Lawyers

Mika Kärkkäinen

Mika Kärkkäinen

Work Department

Employment, Benefits & Pensions

Position

Focus on complex employment law, company restructurings and related dispute resolution.

Counsel Mika Kärkkäinen is a seasoned employment law professional. He is known for his trusted advice and hands-on approach to client matters. In addition to his advisory work, Mika has substantial experience representing employers in dispute resolution. He has acted as counsel to employers in a number of cases before the Supreme Court of Finland, and has argued three cases before the European Court of Justice.

Career

Prior joining D&I Mika Kärkkäinen worked for years with the Confederation of Finnish Industries EK where he advised member companies and organizations on a wide range of employment related issues. Having served on various legislative drafting committees, he has gained a deep insight into Finnish employment law. He has also co-authored three books on employment law, including a leading treatise on the Act on Co-operation within Undertakings. Mika is also frequently invited to lecture and share his knowledge at various professional events.

Languages

Finnish, English and Swedish

Memberships

Finnish Bar Association

Education

University of Turku (LL.M., 2007)

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