Personal Rankings

139

“Selinda Näse is “so detail-oriented – you never find mistakes. She is also very effective and nice to work with as a person.” She has a particular focus on transactional work, including acquisition, project and real estate financing, as well as debt restructurings.”

Chambers Europe 2016

133

“The M&A space is where the firm is seen as strongest, thanks in no small part to the reputation of Ulf-Henrik Kull as one of the leading names in the Helsinki market. In addition, the team managed to strengthen its offering this year through the addition of partner Robin Nordblad from Dittmar & Indrenius.”

IFLR1000 2016

131

“The capital markets team has been increasingly busy as the market has picked up in recent years, both on the debt and tender side. For example, partner Elisa Heinonen was in charge as the team advised the Nixu Corporation on its IPO and listing on the First North Finland market. [Partner Sari] Wallgren, along with partner Ilkka Perheentupa, also led as the team advised the Elenia Group and its main shareholders in the €165 million issuance of secured bonds and €120 million issuance of secured senior notes as part of the existing multicurrency bond program listed in the London.”

IFLR1000 2016

130

Though still one of the newer firms in Helsinki, Avance continues to build on the already sterling reputation it has managed to secure. “Avance are always straight to the point,” says one in-house counsel. “They offer no hassle, speedy and understandable solutions.” On the banking and finance side this has been enhanced by the performance of partners such as Selinda Näse and Sari Wallgren.

IFLR1000 2016

126

Ulla Vuokila elected Lawyer of the Year 2016 in Criminal Defense. “Lawyer of the Year” awards are presented annually to a single outstanding lawyer in each practice area and designated geographical area.

Best Lawyers 2016

125

Ulf-Henrik Kull elected Lawyer of the Year 2016 in Corporate Law. “Lawyer of the Year” awards are presented annually to a single outstanding lawyer in each practice area and designated geographical area.

Best Lawyers 2016