Henrik
Aro
Senior Associate
Henrik advises clients in mergers and acquisitions with a particular focus on technology-intensive industries. He also represents growth companies, venture capital funds and corporate venture investors in venture capital and corporate venture transactions. In addition to a law degree, Henrik holds a M.Sc. (Econ) degree in Accounting.
CV
Career
- Avance Attorneys Ltd, Senior Associate 2021–
- Avance Attorneys Ltd, Associate (2018–2021)
- Stora Enso Corporation, Legal Trainee (2016)
- Avance Attorneys Ltd, Trainee (2013–2016)
Education
- Master of Laws, University of Helsinki, 2018
- Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration (Accounting), Hanken School of Economics, Helsinki, 2018
Rankings
2025
Henrik Aro is recognised as a “Leading associate” in Commercial, corporate and M&A.
“Very strong client-first mentality. Very impressed by the pragmatic and proactive approach and hard work during the whole process. Best law firm senior associate I have worked with.”
“Henrik Aro is always available, has a sharp mind, and is a great advisor. He is a great pleasure to work with.”
The Legal 500 2025
2025
“I’ve had the great pleasure to work with Henrik Aro and he is without a doubt one of the best young lawyers in Finland. He is conscientious and diligent, with a mind that can quickly sort out the relevant topics from the irrelevant. It has been a pleasure to see someone so devoted to their work and to their clients.”
Chambers Europe 2025
2024
Henrik Aro is recognised as a “Rising star” in Commercial, corporate and M&A.
“Henrik Aro has proven to be all-around expert in legal assignments relating to transactions. He has advised us on a number of venture capital investments and shows continuously strong understanding for the early-stage technology ecosystem around startups and venture capital investments.”
The Legal 500 2024
2023
Henrik Aro is recognised in the “Rising stars” category in Commercial, corporate and M&A.
The Legal 500 2023