With a strong focus on trade secret litigation and white-collar crime cases, Bird & Bird‘s dispute resolution practice handles disputes relating to competing activities and corporate malpractice, and acts in court litigation and arbitration proceedings across the construction real estate related and transport sectors. Team co-head Tom Vapaavuori is also head of the international trade secret group and covers a broad range of commercial litigation, arbitration and white-collar crime matters, specialising in trade secret claims, while fellow co-head Mikko Rajala focuses on commercial dispute resolution, as well as real estate-related matters.
Testimonials
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‘Tom Vapaavuori genuinely wants the client to achieve the best possible result in a cost-effective way in the event of a dispute. He presents reasoned opinions and recommendations and does not sugar-coat matters. This, combined with his extensive experience and professionalism, means that the client can have real confidence in him.'
- 'Jarno Sulasalmi is very easy and pleasant to work with. He is a highly professional, talented and trustworthy attorney. He does not recommend unnecessary litigation and gives a realistic view of the risks.’
- 'Good commercial understanding and proactive approach.'
Key clients
- Metsä Group
- YIT Plc
- Konecranes Plc
- Danske Finance (part of Danske Bank)
- Abloy Oy
- Elisa Plc
- Capgemini Group
- Lehto Group
Work highlights
- Acted for Konecranes Plc in disputes against 13 former managers, who started competing activities during their employment and then resigned from the company.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Tom Vapaavuori, Mikko Rajala