Competition/European Law
Europe Guide 2024 : Finland
Band 1
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Provided by Krogerus
We advise on all aspects of competition law with a focus on merger control, abuse of dominant market position, distribution systems and cartel investigations. Our acclaimed services include representing clients in competition, EU law and regulatory law litigation as well as advising clients across all regulated industry sectors on a broad range of matters, such as compensation claims, cost-oriented pricing, significant market power, state aid and unfair business practices. We are particularly well-known for our work in the energy, pharmaceuticals and telecommunication sectors.
Several of our lawyers have worked for governmental authorities and use this practical insight in their client representation. This understanding combined with our vast experience in high-profile cases ensures that we can seek effective and straight-forward solutions for your benefit.
Chambers Review
Krogerus stands out for its ability to represent clients in FCCA investigations into allegations of anti-competitive collusion and in appeals against decisions. The law firm also offers notable expertise in merger clearance filings, including acting on phase II investigations. In addition, the team has experience in state aid matters, public procurement disputes and competition law compliance mandates. The team acts for industry federations, public sector bodies and companies from the transport industry.
Work Highlights
- Krogerus advised Dahl Finland on a challenge to a fine imposed by the Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Krogerus is a high-level, service-oriented law firm, whose staff is highly committed and deeply involved in the work."
"The team is highly capable to handle the most complex and sophisticated competition law matters."
"It has a deep and broad understanding of Finnish competition law."
"The project was smoothly handled."
"The lawyers have deep knowledge in the field and are also very pragmatic and easy to work with. They know what they are doing and are easily available when we need them."
"Krogerus is a high-level, service-oriented law firm, whose staff is highly committed and deeply involved in the work."
"The team is highly capable to handle the most complex and sophisticated competition law matters."
"It has a deep and broad understanding of Finnish competition law."
"The project was smoothly handled."
"The lawyers have deep knowledge in the field and are also very pragmatic and easy to work with. They know what they are doing and are easily available when we need them."
Notable Practitioners
Leena Lindberg offers notable strength in the area of behavioural investigations and challenges to fines. She has further expertise in state aid matters.
"Her service-oriented approach is unmatched, and she is friendly, humorous and calming."
"Leena Lindberg is exceptionally intelligent and able to handle complex competition matters. She also has a rare ability to turn difficult problems into clear solutions. On top of that, she is a most pleasant person to co-operate with."
"Leena Lindberg is very easy to work with. She is highly competent and has very extensive knowledge in competition law."
"She is very analytical and genuinely interested in our business and our best interests."
"She is a high performer and is customer-oriented."
Katri Joenpolvi represents clients in investigations of cartel involvement and advises on merger clearance proceedings. She offers further experience in the competition law compliance aspects of commercial agreements.
"She has the ability to simplify and explain complex topics to business people."
"Katri's legal knowledge and business understanding really stands out."
"I admire her competence and enthusiasm. She has excellent abilities to comprehend our needs and relevant issues."
"She is a very knowledgeable and pleasant person to work with."
Ranked Lawyers at
Krogerus
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