IFLR 1000 (2009): ‘They are professional in what they’re doing.’ In the same publication, Merja Kivelä is rated as a leading lawyer in capital markets.
Chambers Europe (2009) recommends Castrén & Snellman. Merja Kivelä, 'a talented woman who knows what she is doing'. Janne Lauha ‘has deep knowledge of securities, bonds and clearing and settlement matters.’
The Legal 500 (2009): 'The busy practice at Castrén & Snellman Attorneys Ltd acted for Sponda in its issue of the €130m hybrid bond to Finnish institutional investors, as well as advising Wärtsilä on a complex share restructuring and new issue. Head of the practice and partner Merja Kivelä provides clients with a "very positive experience"and is "very thorough".'
Best Lawyers International (2009- 2010): Merja Kivelä considered to be the top legal practitioner in the field of Capital Markets
Taloustutkimus Oy (2007): Castrén & Snellman’s capital markets services ranked the best among law firms offering Corporate Finance services.
