Employment

Roschier

Roschier is a prominent player in the employment space, handling workplace disputes, internal investigations and occupational health and safety issues, and representing corporates in employment-related arbitrations and sensitive matters such as workplace harassment claims. The team also offers expert advice on executive and corporate employment work, collective bargaining matters, and negotiations. The practice is led by Anu Waaralinna, who shines on domestic and international employment issues, including company restructurings, boardroom advice and employment disputes. Jukka Paloheimo has notable expertise in representing employers in employment-related litigation, arbitrations and administrative proceedings. Elmiira Kutvonen and Janne Nurminen are also recommended.

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Testimonials

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‘We have observed a great stability of the team, which has helped to develop them to gain knowledge of us as a customer, enhancing the level of guidance we receive.’
‘Very quick response time, good and practical guidance.’
'The employment team is highly skilled in all aspects of Finnish employment law. Roschier is a market leader for a reason. All the team members are dedicated to solving client's issues, and they take initiative fast.'
‘Anu Waaralinna: full of energy, dedicated to clients like no other, available when needed and understands highly complex cases fast. Jukka Paloheimo: eye to detail, thorough in his replies and never leaves an open question. Prompt and reliable. Elmiira Kutvonen: rising star, good dialogue with the client, capable of giving holistic replies fast, and she refers to law with practical examples.’
‘Customer service. They take care of you and your business. They will do everything they can for you. Excellent service.’
‘Team is versatile and able to provide the best player for any topic.’
‘Anu Waaralinna is a stellar professional. A very pragmatic approach, and able to navigate difficult topics and represent the client fully.’
‘The team is very knowledgeable, has a lot of expertise, and works with the same drive and attention to detail on every case, whether big or small. They are very reliable and go-to partners for any case.’

Key clients

Fennia Keskinäinen Vakuutusyhtiö
City of Kajaani
WSP Finland Oy
Keravan Kaupunki
SD Worx

Work highlights

Advised Fennia Keskinäinen Vakuutusyhtiö, a Finnish insurance company, on resolving various complex employment matters.
Advised the City of Kerava on a complex internal investigation that prompted a police investigation due to suspected criminal activities by a civil servant, including data protection offences, forgery, and abuse of public office.
Advised SD Worx on highly complex exit matters.