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A recognised leader in the M&A market, Ulf-Henrik Kull brings a wealth of experience in corporate transactions. Clients praise his “very efficient co-ordination of processes,” adding that “he provides opinions and proposals to solve problems.”

Chambers Global 2018

207

“Clients say Ulla Vuokila of Avance Attorneys is very easy and pleasant to work with,” highlighting her experience and technical knowledge as well as her “absolutely brilliant argumentation.”

Chambers Europe 2017

202

“Avance Attorneys Ltd has focused on strengthening the construction side of its practice by advising Ahlström Capital, YIT and HGR Property Partners on the construction of an office building in Helsinki’s city centre. The team, headed by Christopher Charpentier and Mathias Lindqvist, also assisted eQ Care with its €155m acquisition of 27 nursing homes. Senior associate Henrikki Tahkokallio is also recommended.”

Legal 500 2017

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“Avance Attorneys Ltd advised Elenia Group on the issuance of two bonds valued at €50m and €27m, respectively. It also assisted Mikeva with its refinancing, which included implementing unitranche facilities and revolving credit facilities. Tencent and Altor are new clients. Practice head Sari Wallgren and Robin Nordblad are recommended.”

Legal 500 2017

 

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“Mathias Lindqvist focuses on real estate and M&amp:A transactions. Sources contend that his particular strengths are knowledge about the real estate sector.”

Chambers Europe 2017

 

195

“Christoffer Charpentier specialises in real estate, environmental, M&A, energy and infrastructure matters. Clients praise him for being hands-on, very pragmatic and very good at negotiating.”

Chambers Europe 2017

193

Sources find the department “extremely customer-friendly and easy to work with” and reference the firm’s “excellent capabilities for cross-border transactions and very dedicated team.” Christoffer Charpentier maintains a notable reputation in the market advising a range of domestic and international clients on energy and natural resources transactions as well as regulatory issues.

Chambers Europe 2017