Magnusson is recognised for its work in the corporate and M&A space, especially cross-border transactions. Co-head Heikki Wide is experienced in general commercial, corporate and contract law and regularly advises international industrial companies on acquisitions, joint ventures, financings, and business transactions. Co-head Tomi Merenheimo focuses on contract law, mergers and acquisitions, employment issues and technology work; and Ville Salonen has vast experience of handling cross-border commercial and transactional matters with a particular focus on the mining, real estate and technology sectors. Lilli Parbo was promoted to senior associate in April 2023.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team is very responsive and flexible.’
  • ‘Knowledge, capabilities and long-term relationship.’

  • ‘Over the years, Heikki Wide has become more than an expert of law on our case. With his experience he has been able to bring a valuable perspective and sparring partner on several business issues. ’

  • ‘The team is very professional and yet provides advice in a way that is convenient for a non-legal person. They also have a good sense of what is relevant in any given case.’

  • ‘Collaboration is easy and straightforward. People are easy to get along with. The team is highly skilled at what they do. They can also provide you top quality even at short notice. We also appreciate the fact that Magnusson can provide us with a high-quality service in several countries.’

  • ‘You can sense that people at Magnusson enjoy working at the firm. People are highly motivated, and you can see that when you work with them.’

Key clients

  • Northgold AB
  • SSA Rakennus Oy
  • St1 Group
  • Eurofins Scientific
  • Book Salon Oy
  • Teknos Group
  • Essedel Group
  • Sofigate Group
  • Hycamite TCD Technologies
  • Algol Group
  • Forus Group

Work highlights

  • Advised Northgold AB on the acquisition of the entire share capital of the Finnish company Northern Aspect Resources Oy from the public Canadian company Rupert Resources Ltd.
  • Assisted Book Salon Oy with the review of investment agreements and the preparation of corporate law documentation in connection with the capital investments in Book Salon, amounting approximately to €3m.
  • Advised Hycamite TCD Technologies Oy on a financing round raising €25m to support low-carbon hydrogen production.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Heikki Wide, Tomi Merenheimo, Ville Salonen

Other key lawyers

Lilli Parbo