Private Equity

Private Equity

We will provide you with well-considered and practical solutions for every phase of your investment.

Our Private Equity service is one of the cornerstones of our firm, offering unparalleled expertise and comprehensive legal services to clients across the investment spectrum.

With our robust team of seasoned legal professionals, we deliver strategic and innovative legal solutions tailored to the needs of private equity sponsors, venture capital investors, asset managers, and institutional investors.

Comprehensive expertise

We advise leading international and Nordic private equity sponsors on their transactions in the Finnish market. Our expertise covers the full range of M&A transactions for private equity firms and their portfolio companies across various industries and sectors. We regularly advise on:

  • leveraged buyouts and consortium deals
  • investments and divestitures
  • take-private transactions
  • add-on acquisitions
  • joint ventures
  • recapitalisations and restructurings.

We also have vast experience in tax structuring, debt financing, management incentivisation programmes, and ESG reviews associated with private equity transactions.

Our team has market-leading expertise in minority investments and fund formation. Each project is supported by experts who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, ensuring that we provide holistic support at every stage of the investment lifecycle.

Chambers Europe, Chambers Global, The Legal 500 and Best Lawyers International consistently rank our services and our lawyers among Finland’s best.

Client-centric approach

We pride ourselves on our client-centric approach, emphasising agility, responsiveness, and proactive engagement. Our processes are optimised through the use of AI and advanced legal technologies to enhance efficiency and precision. As active members of industry associations such as the Finnish Venture Capital Association and Invest Europe, we stay at the forefront of industry trends, providing our clients with strategic counsel and forward-thinking solutions.

Global reach, local expertise

Operating at the intersection of local market knowledge and international best practices, we are uniquely positioned to assist clients with cross-border transactions. Our extensive network and deep understanding of regulatory landscapes and market practices ensure that our clients navigate the complexities of investments – whether international or domestic – with confidence and success.

Latest references

NATO Innovation Fund – Kelluu’s EUR 15 million Series A funding round
We advised the NATO Innovation Fund as lead investor on Kelluu’s EUR 15 million Series A funding round, with participation from Keen Venture Partners, Gungnir Capital, and Tesi. Kelluu is a Finnish deep tech company operating the world’s largest autonomous airship fleet. We advised NIF on this transaction alongside global law firm Latham & Watkins.
Case published 17.4.2026
Taaleri – Acquisition of a majority stake in Nordic Science Investments
We are acting as legal adviser to Taaleri Plc on its acquisition of a 51 per cent ownership stake in Nordic Science Investments Oy (NSI), marking Taaleri’s expansion into deeptech-driven venture capital. Through the transaction, Taaleri broadens its private equity offering into early-stage venture capital funds as well as the commercialisation and scaling of research-driven innovations. NSI is a Finnish venture capital fund manager operating across the Nordic and Baltic regions, focusing on early-stage investments in research- and science-based technologies. Its portfolio companies develop, among other things, health technologies, life sciences, advanced materials and AI-driven solutions. In addition to providing growth capital, NSI supports spin-out companies with strategic guidance, access to networks and assistance in building teams during the early phases of business development. NSI’s first fund, the EUR 45 million NSI Nordic Science I Ky, was established in 2024 and has to date invested in 22 early-stage companies in Finland, Sweden and the Baltic countries. Taaleri is a specialist in investments, private asset management and non-life insurance, with a strong position in renewable energy, bioindustry and housing investments as well as credit risk insurance. Taaleri has EUR 2.7 billion of assets under management in its private equity funds, co-investments and single-asset vehicles, employs approximately 130 people and is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. The founders of NSI will continue in their operational roles following the transaction. The completion of the transaction is subject to approval by the FIN-FSA.
Case published 13.4.2026
Aurevia and Labquality – Strategic reorganisation
We advised Aurevia Oy, a portfolio company of French private equity sponsor Mérieux Equity Partners, in a strategic reorganisation that involved splitting Aurevia and its parent companies into two independent groups of companies and reorganisation of its existing debt-financing arrangements. Following the reorganisation, the newly formed Aurevia continues as a leading provider of Contract Research Organization (CRO) and Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs (QARA) services, while the newly formed Labquality focuses on delivering External Quality Assessment (EQA) services. Aurevia serves operators in the medical devices, in vitro diagnostics and pharmaceutical sectors. Labquality’s customers include clinical laboratories and social and healthcare organisations. The reorganisation positions Aurevia and Labquality to allocate investments more effectively, accelerate growth within their respective customer segments, and respond to evolving market and client needs. The transaction was implemented through multiple parallel demergers and required comprehensive legal and tax structuring across several jurisdictions. Our team supported Aurevia throughout the planning and implementation phases, covering corporate, tax, employment law, and regulatory matters, as well as the optimisation of each group’s financing structure.
Case published 7.4.2026
CapMan Growth – Investment in Kuntokeskus Liikku
We are assisting CapMan Growth in its significant investment in Kuntokeskus Liikku, a Finnish gym chain known for its high-quality self-service facilities and excellent value for money. The investment will further strengthen Liikku’s position as a market leader and support the continued execution of its growth strategy. Liikku is one of Finland’s leading fitness chains, with more than 70 locations across the country serving nearly 90,000 members. The company’s concept is to offer high-quality self-service gyms at an exceptionally competitive price point which, combined with strong operational efficiency, provides a solid foundation for profitable growth. The company’s main shareholder is COR Group, a long-time partner of CapMan Growth, and a Finnish health and wellness conglomerate known for active ownership and long-term value creation. CapMan Growth is a leading Finnish growth investor that makes significant investments in entrepreneur-led growth companies with a turnover of €10–200 million. CapMan Growth is part of CapMan, which is a leading Nordic private equity investor engaged in active value creation work. CapMan has been listed on the Helsinki Stock Exchange since 2001.
Case published 27.2.2026
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