Rankings

“The firm has a very good understanding of the law and experience in different solutions.”
“Avance has a very strong team all around that is efficient, fast and really available.”
“It is easy to seek advice from the firm as its response times are prompt.”
“Avance is business-minded and focuses on the relevant matters with substance and not get stuck with technical issues.”

Chambers Europe & Global 2025, Banking & Finance

“Regarding strengths that distinguish this department from others in the industry, it is highly knowledgeable, has a track record and knowledge of the most relevant past deals and also, the firm is a pleasure to work with.”

Chambers Europe 2025, Capital Markets

“We especially appreciate the law firm’s excellent multidisciplinary expertise.”
“The lawyers are very fast and reactive. They provide good advice and a transactional mindset.”
“Avance is very experienced in the most challenging merger clearance cases in Finland.”

Chambers Europe 2025, Competition/European Law

Avance is ranked in Band 1 in both Europe and Global guides (Corporate/M&A – Finland).
“Avance Attorneys is very strong in its ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters.”
“Avance Attorneys are always easy to seek advice from them since their response times are so prompt.”
“Avance Attorneys is flexible, commercially savvy, good problem-solvers, diligent and take a holistic view of our operations in Finland.”
“I am beyond happy and would recommend their services to anyone. Their ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters is very strong. They are excellent. They are the best advisors I have had.”
“Strengths which distinguish the firm from others in this industry are its 100% dedication to the clients, transparent and exceptional skills in best market practice, timely and professional service at all levels and relentless and trustworthy approaches.”

Chambers Europe & Global 2025, Corporate/M&A

“It is a super strong practice. The lawyers are very diligent, excellent communicators, proactive and effective.”
“The team offers an excellent service to the client by simplifying complex legal aspects.”
“The lawyers provide clear, straightforward and fast communication.”
“The department provides great client service and prompt answers.”
“It is a skilled team that is able to handle fact-heavy matters.”

Chambers Europe & Global 2025, Dispute Resolution

“They are the best in class in employment law matters in Finland. They are always available and ready, even on short notice, at least for a quick chat. This is most convenient in employment law matters, where things tend to move fast.”

Chambers Europe 2025, Employment

“It has a strong team of dedicated people with relevant experience.”

Chambers Europe 2025, Energy & Natural Resources

Our Real Estate department, praised as “market-leading” with “unrivalled transactional expertise”, proudly remains the sole firm selected for top-tier (Band 1) inclusion.

“Avance Attorneys’ team is very professional and able to do anything we need them to do.”
“The lawyers are very knowledgeable and provide good service. They produce very high-quality drafts of documentation, communicate clearly and are attentive to detail.”
“The team has solid experience handling the most difficult transactions. It is highly professional and has a diligent approach to all legal matters in question.”
“They are good at formulating and understanding our underlying business needs. They are able to bring their own thoughts and counsel to our work efficiently. You can always count on Avance to get back to you with very high-quality work.”

Chambers Europe 2025, Real Estate

“The lawyers handle everything quickly and well.”
“They provide a holistic view of transactions and strong discursive guidance on decision proposals. They have good knowledge of tax precedents.”
“I am beyond happy and would recommend their services to anyone. Their ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters is very strong. They are excellent. They are the best advisors I have had.”

Chambers Europe 2025, Tax

“I am beyond happy and would recommend their services to anyone. Their ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters is very strong. They are excellent. They are the best advisors I have had.”
“A strength which distinguishes the firm from others in this industry is its superior customer orientation, not only following customer’s instructions, but also advising us in decision-making, negotiation strategy and communications. This is a driving value for us.”

Chambers Europe 2025, Intellectual Property

“Avance has a skilled and professional team able to handle fact-heavy matters in international arbitration.”

Chambers Global 2025, International & Cross-Border Capabilities

“Avance is distinguished by a very strong understanding of business and a concrete grip on how business is done. They are fast to find the core questions and practical solutions and alternatives for action. They are a very convincing and knowledgeable partner throughout. The customer journey Avance provides gives us as a customer a reassurance that we are in good hands.”

Chambers Europe 2025, Restructuring/Insolvency

Avance has once again been ranked #1 for willingness to recommend in the overall All Tier 1 category in the Kantar Prospera Law Firm Review Finland 2025. In addition, Avance is also recognised as #1 for legal advisory, and #1 for strategic speaking partner in All Tier 1.

Kantar Prospera Tier 1 Law Firm Review Finland 2025

Avance’s Competition team has achieved the highest “Elite” ranking in the Global Competition Review’s GCR 100 2025, Finland edition.

GCR 100 2025

Avance has once again been broadly recognized by IFLR1000, a guide to the world’s leading financial and corporate law firms and lawyers. In the 34th edition (2024/2025), the firm achieved Tier 1 rankings for both M&A and Banking and finance in Finland, while also securing high rankings in the areas of Capital markets and Project development. Furthermore, 14 partners of the firm are recognised in their respective fields of expertise. In addition, Sari Wallgren is once again selected as Women Leader.

IFLR1000 2024/2025

Avance has achieved Tier 2 rankings in both the Tax controversy and Transactional tax categories, reflecting our team’s dedication to providing top-tier tax advisory services. Additionally, Avance received Tier 3 rankings in General corporate tax and Indirect tax, with the latter marking our debut in this category. Partner Sebastian Kellas continues to earn recognition as ‘Highly Regarded’ in the Real estate and Transactional tax. Antti Leppänen, is again named ‘Highly Regarded’ in Tax controversy, while Senior Associate Janina Järvi is celebrated as a ‘Rising Star’ in Transactional tax.

ITR World Tax 2025