Mathias Lindqvist
Mathias represents industrial clients and investors in real estate transactions and projects as well as corporate mergers and acquisitions. His experience covers both domestic and especially complex cross-border transactions, but also general corporate, contract and real estate law advice.
Mathias’ expertise has been widely recognized by all significant ranking publications, and he is e.g. ranked market leader by Chambers (Band 1 (Real Estate)) and Legal 500 (Leading partner (Real estate and construction)).
During his career, Mathias has lived and worked in New York, St. Petersburg and Copenhagen. In addition to his law degree, he holds a M.Sc. (Econ) degree in Finance. His marathon PB is 2:58.
Avance Attorneys Ltd, Partner 2011–
Hannes Snellman Attorneys Ltd, Head of Private M&A Finland (2011)
Hannes Snellman Attorneys Ltd, Senior Associate and Partner (2006–2009, 2009–2011) (St. Petersburg office 2008 and Copenhagen office 2010–2011)
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP (New York), Foreign Associate (2005–2006)
Hannes Snellman Attorneys Ltd, Associate Lawyer (2002–2005)
LL.M. (Corporate), New York University Law School, 2005
Master of Science in Economics (Finance), Hanken School of Economics, Helsinki, 2001
Master of Laws, University of Helsinki, 2001
Member of the Finnish Bar Association
Member of the International Bar Association (IBA)
Mathias Lindqvist is recognized as a “Leading partner” in Real estate and construction.
The Legal 500 2026
Mathias Lindqvist is ranked in Band 1 for (Real Estate – Finland).
“Mr Lindqvist is my go-to professional on any legal matters.”
“His level of service and sophistication is excellent. He understands our business and the market.”
Chambers Europe 2026
Mathias Lindqvist is ranked as “Highly regarded”.
IFLR1000 2025/26
Mathias Lindqvist is ranked as “Recommended” in Real Estate and M&A.
Lexology Index 2025
Mathias Lindqvist is recognised as a “Leading partner” in Real estate and construction.
The Legal 500 2025
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