Finance is one of the most thoroughly and complexly regulated fields. We are a reliable and skilled partner in all issues you may encounter due to regulation and evolving market. We are renowned for our appetite to take on even the most complex and challenging regulatory situations. Instead of shying away, we handle these matters with enthusiasm and commitment, always acting in the best interests of our clients.
In addition to client assignments, we participate actively in legislative work and in developing market practices. Janne Lauha currently chairs the Finnish Bar Association’s Securities and Finance Law Expert Group and he is also an appointed expert of the Finnish Ministry of Justice in matters relating to securities law.
You will benefit from the most up-to-date information concerning the market and from our excellent contacts with the authorities. Our expertise will be of particular use in situations where regulations are still in the formative stage and no application practices have yet been established. In international regulatory matters, you will have access to our unique network of law firms.
Authorisations and market entry
- Notifications and passporting procedures
- Planning terms and conditions for services
- Offering of financial services and products
- Legal opinions and day-to-day advice
- Compliance reviews and guidelines
- Regulatory advice relating to banking, payment services, asset management, UCITS and AIFMs, as well as MiFID II
- Regulatory matters relating to trading venues, post trading, clearing & settlement
- Derivatives, EMIR and short selling procedures
- Crowdfunding opportunities
Our clients are Finnish and international banks, payment service providers, fund managers, investment service firms, listed companies and international law firms.
The Legal 500, IFLR1000, Chambers Europe and Chambers Global rank our services among Finland’s best.