Iiris Kivikari joins the D&I Partnership

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5 Dec

2023

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We warmly welcome Iiris Kivikari to the D&I Partnership as of 1 January 2024.

Iiris Kivikari is a respected practitioner focused on intellectual property, media law, data protection and data assets. She works closely with leading global and Finnish companies in the development, acquisition, protection and commercialisation of their innovative products, services and businesses, and is a leading expert in Finland on the legal aspects of transformational technologies such as artificial intelligence.

“There is something special in joining the partnership in the same year that D&I celebrates its 125th anniversary. Although I have never been a history buff – technology and science have always been closer to my heart – I feel immense pride in being part of the journey and look forward to everything we can accomplish together with our clients in the future”, Iiris Kivikari says.

”From an associate’s perspective, it is fantastic to see a truly supportive, highly skilled and creative colleague take this next step on her professional journey. Iiris brings a certain magic touch to client work and our team spirit, which I have always admired. I’m confident that she will go the distance in her new role”, says Oskari Paasikivi, Senior Associate

“With her superior legal skills and her vast industry knowledge ranging from communications, gaming and entertainment to fintech and platform services, Iiris has had a key role in our Innovation Powerhouse team for quite some time. Strengthened by this partner nomination, I am confident that we are in an excellent position to support our clients in their future opportunities and challenges relating to technology and innovation“, says Jukka Lång, Head of Innovation Powerhouse.

“I’m excited to have Iiris join the partnership. In addition to the broad expertise within her field, I believe she will bring great energy, ability to think outside the box and strong people skills to the D&I partnership. She shares our core values and cultural cornerstones, which are key at D&I“, says Gabrielle Dannberg, Managing Partner.

For more information, please contact:

Iiris Kivikari, Partner as of 1 January 2024
Gabrielle Dannberg, Managing Partner

For media contacts:
Katja Hollmén, Director of Client Experience & Communications

 

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