Erottaja Attorneys Ltd is a real estate and environmental law boutique firm, which is also active in technology, EU and competition law, disputes and insolvency law.

Saara Paronen and Elisa Hätönen established a boutique firm, Valu Partners Attorneys at Law, in March 2023, which regularly acts for domestic and international real estate investors and developers on major real estate transactions and development projects.

Borenius is home to a robust real estate and construction team, covering the full array of matters, including transactions, disputes, contract and advisory work. The team also handles restructurings of distressed real estate assets, leveraging the firm’s cross-sector capabilities to assist companies facing operational challenges. It services clients that operate predominantly in mining, finance, energy and property development. The firm’s notable recent work includes advising the seller on the largest real estate transaction of the year and overseeing the acquisition of a historic building from the city authority, in a deal that required meeting strict regulatory conditions. The team is led by seven notable real estate and construction practitioners: Christian Fogelholm, Casper Herler, Ari Kaarakainen, Leif Laitinen, Hanna Lehtinen, Heidi Malmberg, and Emma Niemistö.

Hannes Snellman is home to a robust real estate and construction team, particularly active in transactions, energy, contractual work, permits and development projects. The firm is a leader in commercial real estate transactions, having overseen some of the largest recent acquisitions in the Finnish market. The team is also a recognised force in advisory work, leveraging the firm’s cross-sector capabilities to advise on complex projects, such as the development of a data centre campus, which also involved expertise in tax, competition and environmental law. The team is led jointly by Matti Lajunen, well-regarded for his strong track record in transactions and financing, and Maria Landtman, an expert in the energy and infrastructure sectors. They are closely assisted by Klaus Metsä-Simola, reputed for the depth of his expertise in energy and environmental law, and Tapio Teräkivi, recognised for his negotiation skills and in-depth industry knowledge.

Krogerus has a comprehensive real estate and construction offering, allowing the team to advise on developments, transactions, energy matters and construction disputes. The group’s notable recent work includes advising major US private equity and entertainment companies on the mass acquisitions of rental housing properties and operational transfer issues. The real estate team is led by Joakim Jansson, an experienced partner specialising in corporate and real estate transactions. Jansson is closely assisted by Kalle Hakkarainen, a ‘reliable and strategic’ real estate specialist, recently promoted to partner level. Another notable practitioner is Pyry Somervuori, with expertise in healthcare and residential property, recognised by clients for ‘his outstanding problem-solving ability’ and ‘pragmatic mindset’. Marcus Möller, head of the firm’s M&A practice, is also active in real estate transactions.

Roschier has a broad real estate and construction offering, covering development, transactions and leasing, among other services. The team leverages the firm’s cross-practice expertise in corporate law and tax to assist clients with more demanding real estate matters. The firm’s notable recent work includes advising on the development of large scale data centre projects. Antti-Jussi Partanen, a seasoned expert in real estate, energy, and M&A, spearheads the practice. Partanen is closely assisted by Toni Siimes, who specialises in M&A and corporate advisory in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Avance is home to a broad real estate practice, whose varied caseload includes transactions, financing, development, and disputes. The team is particularly active in advisory work, providing end-to-end guidance on complex portfolio transactions, joint ventures, divestments and other operations that require deep industry expertise. The firm’s notable recent work includes advising two real estate companies on establishing a joint venture in the care home market. The team is involved in several major property acquisitions in Finland, primarily advising buyers. Henrikki Tahkokallio spearheads the practice. Tahkokallio is closely assisted by Mathias Lindqvist, who excels in strategic real estate and construction legal advice, and Christoffer Charpentier, an expert in transactions and development, praised by clients for ‘broad market knowledge’.

The real estate team at Bird & Bird operates jointly with the disputes and energy departments. It stands out for its work representing investment funds in green energy infrastructure and data centre development matters. The firm often works with local municipalities; it’s currently arranging an auction for the construction of wind parks on behalf of the Åland Island’s Regional Government. Jaakko Hietala, recognised for his ‘strategic foresight and negotiation skills,’ leads the real estate team. Hietala is closely assisted by Laura Huomo, specialising in energy and infrastructure, and Mikko Rajala, who excels in real estate disputes.

The real estate practice at Castrén & Snellman advises major developers and investors, and has recently put great emphasis on the residential logistics sector and data centres. Its most notable recent work includes advising the real estate developer on a multimillion-dollar construction project of care homes and build-to-rent housing. The team is led by Antti Kaakkola, specialising in investments and transactions, who is closely assisted by Jerker Pitkänen, notable for his skills in construction disputes.  The team has grown, strengthened by the arrival of Salla Koskel. Clients note the team’s ‘very business-oriented mindset’.

DLA Piper Finland Attorneys Ltd is home to an active real estate and construction team, covering transactions, development, leasing, zoning matters and property disputes. It is well-regarded for handling land use issues and dispute resolution work. The team leverages the firm’s wider pan-Nordic platform to assist with cross-border matters. Its notable recent work includes advising a client on one of the country’s largest infrastructure projects, the construction of an underground line, as well as the related parking facilities. Mikko Larvala, praised by clients for ‘superior knowledge and experience in the industry’, spearheads the practice.

The real estate and construction team at Properta Attorneys Ltd covers the full array of practice, focusing on disputes, construction agreements, and transactions. The firm receives mandates from property funds, construction companies and real estate investors. Its notable recent work includes advising a development company on construction contracts for a major data centre project. Ilkka Koivisto, well-regarded for his expertise in handling complex construction disputes, leads the practice. The team was further strengthened by the arrival of three partners specialising in real estate: Lassi Kirves, Heikki Tanner, and Ilari Mustonen.

Aleksandra Attorneys Ltd has developed a comprehensive real estate practice, covering transactions, property development, and consulting on a diverse range of commercial matters. The team receives mandates mostly from developers and real estate investment funds. Its notable recent work includes advising a major retail investor on property acquisition and development matters, as well as transaction-related assistance. Samuli Palin, an expert in real estate transactions, heads the team alongside Rami Laatsalo, who is well-regarded for his expertise in commercial real estate law.

Dittmar & Indrenius is home to an experienced real estate team which covers transactions, zoning, lease arrangements, and construction disputes, among other issues. Recent work handled by the team includes advising on investment management for prominent international clients. The team is led by Tuomas Tiensuu, a counsel specialising in real estate agreements related to energy and natural resources, alongside Antti Aaltonen. Aaltonen is a seasoned real estate lawyer whose experience spans every aspect of the sector.

The real estate practice at Eversheds Asianajotoimisto Oy / Eversheds Attorneys Ltd (a member of Eversheds Sutherland) continues to grow, with several new clients joining the firm. The real estate and construction team handles lease agreements and is particularly focused on the restaurant and hospitality sector. The team is led by Saara Kyhälä, a seasoned real estate lawyer specialising in leases, development projects, transactions, and permit matters. She is closely assisted by Niina Sosenlund, who works on real estate disputes, and Otto Michelsen, praised by clients for his ‘strong analytical skills and practical insight’.

HPP Attorneys has an extensive real estate and construction practice, covering transactions, project development and energy-related matters. Its notable recent work includes advising an investment company on a major single-asset deal and assisting another client with the sale of commercial properties as part of the divestment strategy. Tuomas Näsi, recognised for his expertise in transactions and project development, spearheads the practice.

Lexia Attorneys Ltd has developed a wide real estate and construction practice, specialising in disputes, transactions and contract agreements. The team receives mandates from developers, municipalities, housing and other property management groups. Its notable recent work includes advising a client in a contract agreement dispute, a matter that culminated in a successful compensation claim. The team is led jointly by Arto Kaikkonen and Janne Röytiö.

Lieke Attorneys Ltd. has developed a broad real estate and construction practice, encompassing transactions, disputes, and environmental law matters, among others. Its clients operate predominantly in the infrastructure and energy sectors. Its notable recent work involves advising on the construction, procurement and contractual side of a major wind energy project. The team is jointly led by Juho Lönnblad, an expert in construction law, and Rosa Lång, is praised by clients for her negotiation skills.

Magnusson is home to an active real estate and construction team, which covers developments, disputes, construction agreements, and transactions, among other areas. Its notable recent work includes advising on a high-value mixed commercial and residential development, and assisting a prominent building services company on construction agreements. The team is led by three key practitioners: Elisa Hätönen, Jarno Sulasalmi, and Lauri Toivio.

 

KPMG Law in Finland has developed a wide real estate and construction practice, which has particular strength in energy and transactions. Notable work handled by the team includes assisting a major public-sector client with leasehold rights and land use arrangements, and advising an energy company on a large-scale development project. Kai Soini leads the team in Helsinki. Jaska Ikäheimonen is the practice head in Turku.

PricewaterhouseCoopers has developed a wide real estate and construction practice, covering lease agreements, transactions, M&A and regulatory compliance, among other matters. The team is particularly active in advisory work, leveraging its connections to the firm’s wider network of financial and tax experts. It has notably been assisting an investment fund in contractual arrangements, following a complex real estate transaction. Joni Painilainen, an expert in real estate transactions, leads the team together with Minna Poutiainen, a lawyer with extensive experience across the practice area.

Waselius has developed a broad real estate practice group, specialising in transactions. Its notable recent work includes advising a property investment company on the acquisition of specialised healthcare real estate and acting as an end-to-end legal counsel for a public-sector transaction. Antti Rikala, praised by clients for his experience and business sense, leads the team.