We are pleased to share that Lindfors & Co has once again been ranked as one of the best dispute resolution law firms in Finland by Chambers Global.

In its review, Chambers Global holds that ”Lindfors has an excellent ability to handle complex matters and present them in an understandable form.”

Senior Partner Patrik Lindfors and Partner Petra Kiurunen were both ranked in Band 1 and as Most in Demand Arbitrators in Finland.

”Stellar disputes lawyer Patrik Lindfors has outstanding experience in domestic and cross-border arbitrations, offering additional experience in litigation pertaining to insurance-related disputes, patent infringement and contractual matters.”

”Petra Kiurunen is a highly regarded arbitrator. She also has notable expertise in construction and contractual disputes.”

Chambers has once again ranked Lindfors & Co among the top three dispute resolution firms in Finland, with Senior Partner Patrik Lindfors and Partner Petra Kiurunen retaining their Star Individual and Band 1 ranking respectively. Mr. Lindfors is the sole Star Individual in Finland and Lindfors & Co further stands out in being the only firm with more than one lawyer represented in the Chambers 2022 Spotlight Table rankings: Most in Demand Arbitrators.

According to Chambers, the Lindfors & Co Team is known for “handling a range of contentious matters, including disputes arising from commercial agreements and construction projects. The firm represents corporate clients in both litigation and arbitration proceedings and advises both domestic and international clients from a range of sectors, including gaming, technology and pharmaceuticals. The team is also experienced in handling white-collar criminal matters.”

Chambers describes Patrik Lindfors as “stellar” and notes that he “has outstanding experience in domestic and cross-border arbitrations, offering additional experience in litigation pertaining to insurance-related disputes, patent infringement and contractual matters.”

Clients apprise Mr. Lindfors for his ability “to navigate both in details and the big picture, whatever the case at hand requires,” adding that he is an “out-of-the-box, strategic thinker.”

Partner Petra Kiurunen is described as “a highly regarded arbitrator with notable expertise in construction and bankruptcy disputes”.

Senior Partner Patrik Lindfors and Partner Petra Kiurunen were both recognized as Litigation Stars in Benchmark Litigation 2021. Benchmark Litigation serves as a hub for in-depth analysis of the players shaping the practice of litigation. As such, these acknowledgments further establish Lindfors & Co’s position as a leading litigation practitioner.

Senior Partner Patrik Lindfors and Partner Petra Kiurunen retained their position as leading practitioners in Finland in the Chambers Global 2021. Lindfors & Co remains as the only firm to have its lawyers ranked both in the Star Individuals and Band 1 categories in dispute resolution, Mr. Lindfors being the sole Star Individual in the country. Accordingly, Chambers Global 2021 lists Lindfors & Co among the best three dispute resolution firms in Finland, further establishing its position as a leading practitioner.

According to Chambers Global 2021, the firm is known for being a “Compact team handling a range of matters, including disputes arising from commercial agreements and construction projects. Represents corporate clients in both litigation and arbitration proceedings. Advises both domestic and international clients from a range of sectors, including banking, technology and pharmaceuticals, and is also experienced in handling white-collar criminal matters.”

Lindfors & Co’s ranking is reflected in Chambers Global 2021 presentation of the firms’ strengths: “The team receives endorsements for being ”fast and efficient” and for showcasing ”good strategic thinking.””

As mentioned above, Senior Partner Patrik Lindfors remains the only Star Individual in dispute resolution in Finland. According to Chambers Global 2021:

“Patrik Lindfors is hailed as ”the best dispute resolution lawyer in Finland” by a client who adds that ”his strategic skills are amazing.” He has outstanding experience in domestic and cross-border arbitrations, offering additional experience in litigation pertaining to international sanctions, patent infringement and contractual matters. Interviewees see him as a ”creative” litigator with a ”big-picture mindset.””

Petra Kiurunen once again received a Band 1 ranking in dispute resolution among only a few selected individuals, further proving herself as a top practitioner. According to Chambers Global 2021:

“Seen as “one of the best” arbitrators in the market, Petra Kiurunen is commended by sources for being “very responsive and fast.” She has a notable expertise in construction disputes and is also well placed to act on bankruptcy proceedings.”

Both Mr. Lindfors and Mrs. Kiurunen also received Spotlight Table rankings in Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators in Finland.

We are very pleased to announce that Henrica Siiskonen (née Koskenranta) has rejoined Lindfors & Co as Senior Associate as of 3 August 2020. Henrica has spent the last four years as in-house counsel for the SSAB Group of Companies, serving clients in all legal matters of the Group both domestically and internationally.

Henrica will draw on her recent experience to counsel clients in commercial law and compliance and represent their interests in commercial litigation and arbitration.

Henrica first joined Lindfors & Co in 2011 as Associate and was part of our team until joining SSAB in 2016.

“After my time within the steel industry, I wanted to focus on demanding dispute resolution again and the decision to rejoin Lindfors & Co felt right. I am excited to apply the skills and lessons learned for the benefit of our clients. I am also very happy to reunite with my former colleagues and look forward to cooperating with such a talented and hardworking team“ Henrica Siiskonen says.

“We are delighted to welcome back Henrica. She will further add to our understanding of the real life of industry, business reality and customer’s needs. She has a great attitude and understands what it requires to become a successful litigator”,  says Senior Partner Patrik Lindfors.