The Legal 500 EMEA 2023

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12 Apr

2023

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Dittmar’s Employment team is definitely the top in Finland when it comes to supporting clients in most challenging situations.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Employment

Anders Carlberg can be trusted in tough negotiations.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Commercial, corporate and M&A

Strong and extensive knowledge in the area of general data protection law.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, TMT

Dedicated, focused and excellent team work!

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Dispute resolution

Jasper Kuhlefelt is a very hard-working individual and always available when needed.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Commercial, corporate and M&A

When I work with Suvi I feel that we are a team.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Employment

The extremely high competence and a long experience within the business of key lawyers brings value to the customer.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, EU and competition

Jukka Lång is fun to work with and he takes great care of his clientele.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, TMT

Anna Haapanen has the ability to simplify complex matters.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Intellectual Property

Well known and experienced in the Finnish energy sector, have a depth of practice which very few of their peers do.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Commercial, corporate and M&A

Helen Lehto is a superstar – extremely skilled, smart.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Dispute resolution

Ilkka Leppihalme is experienced, reliable, extremely clear and precise, and also fast. He has good situational awareness and an excellent service attitude.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, EU and competition

Jasper Kuhlefelt is always available when needed, is attentive and makes a client feel valued.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023

Market knowledge and intelligence, availability and technology.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Capital markets

An outstanding practitioner and is our go-to contact whenever it comes to competition law in Finland.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, EU and competition

Exceptional, reliable, the way he takes care of your case is more than you can hope, always available and very good in communication.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Dispute resolution

Dittmar’s team has probably the best know-how on EU competition legislation in Finland.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, EU and competition

Commitment to your case is excellent, their capabilities in “out-of box”-thinking in very demanding cases. Also, the way they communicate is open, clear and easily understandable.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Dispute resolution

High competence and loyalty to clients. Understands the client’s needs and unique situation.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Real estate and construction

Clear, concise and exhaustive advice from the associate all the way to the partner level. – – Riikka Kanerva has proven a ‘name to watch’.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, EU and competition

Outstanding skills especially regarding his knowledge of the current legislation.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Employment

His exceptional competence in inventing innovative solutions to complex problems is unique in the market.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, EU and competition

Most experienced and skilled lawyer in employment law in Finland.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Employment

Kristian Karlsson is my key contact, always available, gives clear, short and to-the-point advice.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Capital markets

Dittmar & Indrenius forms a multidisciplinary legal team which is able to cover all the required legal areas and provide guidance taking all aspects into account.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Tax

We know the team. They are good.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Real estate and construction

Good service, Wide legal expertise area. Trustful partner.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Intellectual property

Incredibly involved in the matter. Was comfortable putting Mikko “head to head” with his legal counterparts due to his reputation. Steadfast and honest, love working with this guy.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Commercial, corporate and M&A

Very strong team with solid commercial understanding and solution-oriented mindset. You can expect to receive high-quality advice regardless of who you work with in the practice.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Commercial, corporate and M&A

Kristian Karlsson is a very competent fund lawyer.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Capital markets

Seppo Havia is an exceptional individual in the field of Finnish employment law.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Employment

His commercial approach and solution orientated mind set was integral for the transaction execution.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Banking and finance

Very experienced team with high commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Commercial, corporate and M&A

Seppo Havia has extensive knowledge of employment law and is a leading expert.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Employment

Anders Carlberg has lengthy experience and always gives good pragmatic advice.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Commercial, corporate and M&A

Very experienced team that can be relied on in demanding cases.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, TMT

Dittmar’s finance practice is impressive with its solution-orientated approach and ability to come up and work with tailor-made solutions.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Banking and finance

Stellar knowledge in employment law. He’s very analytical, a clear communicator and has a professionally calm, soothing demeanour. Mika is very responsive.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Employment

Very talented, well focused, and super skilled lawyer. I greatly appreciate his wide-ranging expertise and extremely pleasant demeanor.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, EU and competition

Spot on thought-out end products delivered on time and second to none in terms of quality.

The Legal 500 EMEA, Banking and finance; Capital markets

Ilkka Leppihalme is recognised as one of the best within competence and experience.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, EU and competition

Team stands for quality and can be relied on from start to finish.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Dispute resolution

Ilkka Leppihalme and Toni Kalliokoski have shown an extreme professionality within competition law. One of their most important features is the capability of guiding their customers and making the customer feel very good and secure even in difficult situations.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, EU and competition

Stand out for their approachability, business acumen, and attention to detail. They balance a friendly, kind demeanour with a highly business-oriented focus.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, TMT

Very innovative law firm with new solutions to difficult problems.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Employment

Expertise, customer focus, commitment, understanding the client’s needs.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, TMT

Exceptional industry knowledge and market acumen in combination with great commercial approach.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Real estate and construction

An excellent arbitration counsel, familiar with the legal framework and the best practice in international arbitration. He is always friendly and professional, submits his arguments on the point and stays calm even in difficult situations.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Dispute resolution

Particularly strong in fintech and regulatory matters.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Capital markets

Wilhelm Eklund is a true professional with great negotiation skills and commitment to address client’s issues.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Commercial, corporate and M&A

An expert who is able to provide solid tax support for complicated cases at short notice while keeping the customers’ business priorities always in mind.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Tax

Jukka Lång is one of the best professionals in his field of expertise, and yet he remains as a very humble and nice person. Jukka is fun to work with and he takes great care of his clientele. He always has the most recent up-to-date know-how of data protection legal development.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2022, TMT ‘Leading Individual’ Ranking

They are not only giving legal interpretations but advice. That I highly respect.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Employment

A remarkable combination of expertise, dedication, and a client-centric approach that sets them apart in the legal field.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Employment

The Dittmar & Indrenius employment team are forward looking, patient, attentive to details, and pro-active. They ask the right questions that help you determine the outcome you are actually looking for and what is the best way to get there.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Employment

Anna Haapanen is extremely result oriented and wants to deliver high value work.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, TMT

lkka Leppihalme is our go-to partner in the Finnish competition law market. He has excellent communication skills which he combines with top knowledge in the competition field.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, EU and competition

Team-player mindset in combination with strong subject knowledge makes the individuals different compared to many others.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Dispute resolution

Exceptional expertise in the privacy field.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, TMT

Mr. Mutanen’s ability to simplify highly complex matters has solved a number of potential issues in transactions.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Banking and finance

Head of the practice Suvi Knaapila is at the very top in employment law. I would recommend her highly.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, Employment

Gabrielle Dannberg is incredibly diligent. She will always take the time to go the extra mile. She never rushes through anything.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, Commercial, corporate and M&A

Clear, concise and exhaustive advice from the associate all the way to the partner level. Jussi Koivusalo stands out as exceptionally responsive and knowledgeable.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, EU and competition

A leading Finnish firm with broad and at the same time deep experience in all aspects of Finnish competition law. They stand out as they are always on top of new developments and trends.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024, EU and competition

Business acumen and no-nonsense approach.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023, EU and competition

The Legal 500 has ranked D&I in Tier 1 in Commercial corporate and M&A, Employment, EU and competition, and TMT.

D&I has also been recommended as a Leading Firm in Banking and finance, Capital markets, Dispute resolution, Intellectual property, Real estate and construction, and Tax, along with ranking of 4 Partners Kai Holkeri, Jussi Lehtinen, Ilkka Leppihalme and Juha-Pekka Mutanen in the elite “Hall of Fame” and 8 Partners and Counsels Antti Aaltonen, Anders Carlberg, Seppo Havia, Suvi Knaapila, Anna Haapanen, Jukka Lång, Jan Ollila and Petteri Uoti in the “Leading individuals” list and recognizing Partners Gabrielle Dannberg and Kristian Karlsson in the “Next generation partners” list and Ritva Aalto, Eila El Asry, Toni Kalliokoski, Jussi Koivusalo, Jasper Kuhlefelt and Mika Kärkkäinen in the “Rising stars” list.

A total of 32 lawyers from D&I are recommended within The Legal 500 EMEA 2023 guide’s text commentary.

Here are a few highlights from the The Legal 500 EMEA 2023 edition:

“Commitment to your case is excellent, their capabilities in “out-of box”-thinking in very demanding cases.”

“Business acumen and no-nonsense approach. Highly professional, flexible and quick to propose innovative solutions.”

“Very experienced team with high commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.”

The Legal 500 rankings are based on the results of independent research and the merits of the available evidence – law firms are ranked on merit alone. The Legal 500 EMEA research is conducted annually, providing a detailed qualitative assessment of various factors including work conducted by law firms over the past 12 months and historically; experience and depth of teams; specialisms and ancillary services; and, importantly, opinions of law firms’ clients – each year, The Legal 500 series contacts over 300,000 clients globally to obtain feedback on which law firms meet the criteria required by today’s in-house counsel and business leaders, wherever in the world their work takes them.

You can read the full overview by visiting the Legal 500 website.

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