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.

Senior Partner Patrik Lindfors and Partner Petra Kiurunen were once again recognized as leading practitioners in Finland in the recently published Chambers Global 2020. Lindfors & Co remains as the only law firm in Finland having  its lawyers both in “Star Individuals” and “Band 1” categories in dispute resolution. In addition, Lindfors & Co is listed among the top three law firms in dispute resolution in Finland.

According to Chambers Global 2020, Lindfors & Co is known for “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. Offers additional experience in competition-related disputes. Advises both domestic and international clients from a range of sectors, including banking and pharmaceuticals, and is also experienced handling white-collar criminal matters.”

Patrik Lindfors was ranked as the only Star Individual in dispute resolution in Finland. According to Chambers Global 2020:

“Star individual Patrik Lindfors enjoys a strong reputation as counsel and arbitrator, acting on domestic and international arbitrations. Lindfors also assists with commercial and white-collar crime litigation. One source describes him as “one of the best known counsels in arbitration and litigation,” and highlights his “in-depth knowledge.””

Petra Kiurunen was ranked in Band 1 in dispute resolution in Finland together with only a few other practitioners. According to Chambers Global 2020:

“Sources regard Petra Kiurunen as “extremely diligent,” with one interviewee adding: “She is the most hard-working lawyer I have ever seen.” Kiurunen is noted for her expertise in handling construction disputes. She is also a well-regarded arbitrator.”

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

The recently published 2019 edition of the Legal 500 EMEA ranked Lindfors & Co again as a top-tier (Tier 1) law firm in Finland. Lindfors & Co’s position as one of the leading dispute resolution practices in Finland is described as follows:

“Lindfors & Co Attorneys at Law’s practice is led by Patrik Lindfors and is recognised for its ’very hands-on and competent approach’. Petra Kiurunen is also recommended; she recently defended a former company board member in criminal and civil cases regarding the company’s bankruptcy.”

In addition, our Senior Partner Patrik Lindfors was again recognized as a leading individual and Partner Petra Kiurunen as a recommended lawyer. Mr. Lindfors is also a member of the Legal 500 Hall of Fame.

Lindfors & Co has been once again recognized as a top-tier (Tier 1) law firm in Finland in the recently published 2018 edition of The Legal 500 EMEA. The said edition confirms Lindfors & Co’s position as one of the leading dispute resolution practices in Finland with the following remarks:

“Regarded by a client as ‘the best dispute resolution law firm in Finland’, Lindfors & Co Attorneys at Law offers ‘excellent value for money’. The practice has experience in construction litigation and arbitration proceedings; it is representing a seller in M&A arbitration proceedings against a private equity buyer. ‘Innovative litigator’ Patrik Lindfors heads the team, which includes Petra Kiurunen.”

In addition, The Legal 500 EMEA 2018 positions our Partner Patrik Lindfors in the elite “Leading individuals” list. Partner Petra Kiurunen is also regarded as a recommended lawyer.