Real estate and construction

Hannes Snellman (Finland)

Hannes Snellman (Finland) is well known for its full-service offering spanning real estate transactions, complex development projects, and the construction of industrial and energy production sites. The team has particular strength in real estate dispute resolution, regulatory work, due diligence, and construction contracts, with niche expertise in serving clients in the mining and metals sector. Practice head Maria Landtman has extensive expertise in handling construction projects for employers, contractors, and consultants, while co-head Matti Lajunen advises domestic and international investors on all types of property-related acquisitions, restructurings, sales processes, and sale and leaseback arrangements. Another key member of the team is Tapio Teräkivi, who has energy sector expertise, particularly in wind power and hydropower matters.

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Testimonials

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‘We have been working with Hannes Snellman, specifically with Matti Lajunen and his team. We have 100% trust in their knowledge and capability to handle complex deal structures. The team consists of hard-working professionals who are pleasant to work with. Team spirit is a key element to success, and Hannes Snellman has done a good job in this. Exceptionally nice lawyers also outside the work.’
‘Team spirit is a key element to success. Based on our long experience, partner Matti Lajunen is truly hands-on in the tasks and is aware of the smallest details. Matti is a rockstar in the field of real estate transactions.’
‘Professional team with excellent capabilities to solve clients' needs.’
‘Matti Lajunen stands out as an exceptionally professional individual to assist with clients most demanding issues.’
‘Katja Perätalo is an exceptional legal expert adding value to complex projects with her strong legal and market understanding.’
‘Strong customer focus, highly attentive to client needs. Delivers accurate and timely advice, which has been straightforward to understand and implement in supplier contracts. They provide availability at short notice and have been proactive in planning around our needs. Offers alternative perspectives and ideas which can provide efficiencies for the client.’
‘Katja Perätalo, Maria Landtman and the team have been fantastic to work with. They have a strong command of their subject, demonstrable track record and have provided quality advice despite evolving project circumstances and challenging timescales.’
‘Very good knowledge in the area, i.e. how it works in reality. Very easy to follow. Their team is very service-minded, easy to communicate with and very adoptive.’

Key clients

Microsoft Corporation
Veolia Services Suomi Oy
Exilion Tuuli Ky
Keliber Oy
Nrep
CapMan Real Estate
CapMan Social Real Estate Fund
Häggblom & Partners Ltd.
YIT
eQ Commercial Properties Fund
SSAB EMEA AB
Ålandsbanken Funds
SSAB Europe Oy
Orange Capital Partners
Patrizia
Alma Property Partners
Alea Partners Oy
OP-Rental Yield
Erikoissijoitusrahasto Titanium Hoivakiinteistö
Ingka Investments B.V.
Keva

Work highlights

Assisted Häggblom & Partners Ltd. and the sellers with the sale of UB Nordic Forest Fund II LP.
Assisted NREP Nordic Strategies Fund V with the acquisition of 17 care properties from eQ Community Properties Fund.
Advised SSAB Europe Oy on its transformation project initiated with the decision to build a fossil-free mini-mill in Luleå, Sweden.

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