Avance is pleased to announce the promotion of Valtteri Tapala and Jaakko Kuusimäki to the partnership, and Laura Kauppila to Specialist Counsel as of 1 January 2025.
Valtteri is a highly regarded expert in mergers and acquisitions, with a strong track record of advising on complex private equity and capital markets transactions across a wide range of industries. He has played a pivotal role in several high-profile deals in recent years. Valtteri is regularly praised by clients and peers for his exceptional project management skills. In addition to his transactional expertise, he advises clients on general commercial and corporate matters.
Jaakko has broad expertise in M&A transactions, as well as general corporate and contractual matters, with substantial experience in managing complex cross-border deals. Recently active in private equity and the technology sector, he has also been involved in several notable transactions within the infrastructure and real estate industries.
Laura is a distinguished specialist in Finnish and EU competition law, with a particular focus on merger control, and foreign direct investment screening. Her comprehensive experience includes several years at the Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority, where she played a key role in many of Finland’s major merger control cases. Laura’s unparalleled expertise and thorough understanding of the regulatory landscape make her a trusted advisor to clients navigating complex competition law matters.
“On behalf of the firm, I’m proud to congratulate our newly promoted Partners and Specialist Counsel on reaching this significant milestone,” says Managing Partner Ilkka Perheentupa. “Your exceptional skills, unwavering commitment, and dedication to delivering outstanding service to our clients have made a profound impact. Congratulations on this well-earned achievement, and we look forward to your continued success!”