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IP-ammattilaisemme saavat julkaisussa mainintoja seuraavasti:

Petteri Häkkänen (litigation)

Petteri Häkkänen is hailed as “an experienced patent litigator with a really keen eye for strategy”. As managing partner, he does a terrific job getting all parts of the firm pulling in the same direction.

Sampo Ylätalo ja Juhani Kupiainen (prosecution)

Sampo Ylätalo is “customer-focused at all times and a flexible solution seeker who really understands the long-term strategic needs of his clients”. He focuses on high-tech prosecution alongside electronics and telecoms maven Juhani Kupiainen, who handles patent, trademark and design portfolios with equal proficiency.

Akseli von Koch (prosecution & transactions)

Vital for a specialist in emerging technologies such as blockchain and AI, “true professional” Akseli Von Koch is “quick to react to new issues and developments in the international market”.

Regina Pudas (prosecution)

“Efficient and persistent, Regina Pudas navigates applications through to successful grant very effectively” in the chemistry field.

Katso kaikki tulokset IAM rankings –sivuilta: IAM Patent 1000 Rankings Finland

Banking and finance, Tier 3
Commercial, corporate and M&A, Tier 4
Dispute resolution, Tier 3
Employment, Tier 3
EU and competition, Tier 3
Intellectual property, Tier 2
Real estate and construction, Tier 3
TMT, Tier 3

The Legal 500 2019 -julkaisussa toimistomme osaamisalueita kuvataan mm. seuraavasti:

Pankkitoiminta ja rahoitus:

“Erittäin taitavan ja kokeneen” Merja Blankensteinin kanssa “on hyvä työskennellä”. Hän johtaa praktiikkaa, joka saa kiitosta kyvystä ”vastata nopeasti ja ammattimaisesti”.

Yrityskaupat:

”Kustannustehokasta ja ammattimaista tiimiä” johtavat yhdessä Olli Iirola, Harri Tolppanen, Mika Taberman ja Vesa Turkki. Tiimi on hiljattain saanut vahvistusta Anu Mattilasta ja Jukka-Pekka Joensuusta.

Työoikeus:

Timo Jarmas, Pekka Jäntti ja Heikki Tuomela johtavat yhdessä tiimiä, joka saa tunnustusta ”laajasta kokemuksesta ja asiantuntemuksesta”.

EU ja kilpailuoikeus:

”Ahkera ja hänen kanssaan on helppo työskennellä” sanotaan Olli Hyvösestä, joka johtaa ”hyvin tehokasta” praktiikkaa.

Immateriaalioikeudet:

Tiimillä on merkittävää kokemusta tavaramerkkiriitojen hoitamisesta ja sitä johtaa Petteri Häkkänen.

TMT:

”Ketterää ja yhteistyökykyistä” tiimiä johtavat yhdessä Juha Taipale ja “erittäin ammattimainen” Tiina Ashorn.

Tulokset ovat kokonaisuudessaan nähtävillä Legal 500 -verkkosivuilla

Chambers Europe 2019 –maininnat eri praktiikoista:

Dispute Resolution

Recognised for handling complex dispute resolution matters, as well as having a particular focus on white-collar crime cases. Notable activity in business secrets-related disputes. Advises on matters related to the TMT and banking sectors, and enjoys a strong reputation in the area of intellectual property disputes. Additionally represents clients in cartel and follow-on damages litigation. 

Notable practitioners:

Niina Mickelsson heads the department and is a key contact for clients.

Corporate/M&A and Competition/Europe Law osaamisemme on myös tunnustettu euroopanlaajuisesti.

IPR-praktiikastamme on myös noteerattu seuraavat henkilöt johtavina asiantuntijoina (Ranked Lawyers):

• Tuukka Airaksinen
• Petteri Häkkänen
• Markku Varhela

Lisätietoja Chambers and Partnersin sivuilta.

Managing Intellectual Property julkaisee vuosittain kansainvälisesti arvostetun listauksen alan parhaista asiantuntijoista. Valinnassa painotetaan erityisesti asiantuntijayritysten kehitystä ja merkittäviä saavutuksia.

Asiantuntijoistamme mainitaan Juhani Kupiainen ja Petteri Häkkänen seuraavasti:

“Juhani Kupiainen has already proved his value, realising rights protection across borders – both geographic and technical; with expertise in the electronics and biotech sectors, he nonetheless champions the firm’s wider forays into food, environmental and high-tech innovation.”

“Petteri Häkkänen combines his all-around experience with a solid patent focus”, acting as the face of the set’s courtroom endeavours. Praising Häkkänen’s finesse in infringement proceedings, one peer enthuses: “Petteri continues to impress me.”

Eversheds Sutherland/Heinonen & Co saa listauksissa seuraavat sijoitukset:

Trade mark contentious – Tier 1
Trade mark prosecution – Tier 1
Patent contentious – Tier 3
Patent prosecution – Tier 3
Copyright - Recommended

Asiantuntijoistamme mainintoja saavat Petteri Häkkänen, Tuukka Airaksinen, Markku Varhela ja Juhani Kupiainen seuraavasti:

Tuukka Airaksinen – Trade mark star, Finland
Petteri Häkkänen – Patent star, Finland, Trade mark star, Finland
Markku Varhela – Trade mark star, Finland
Juhani Kupiainen – Patent star, Finland, Trade mark star, Finland

Toimisto sai hyvät sijoitukset eri praktiikoiden alueilla seuraavasti:

-      Banking and finance, Tier 3
-      Commercial, corporate and M&A, Tier 4
-      Dispute resolution, Tier 3
-      Employment, Tier 3
-      EU and competition, Tier 3
-      Intellectual property, Tier 2
-      Real estate and construction, Tier 3
-      TMT, Tier 3

Yrityksen sijoittumisen ohella asiantuntijoistamme ”leading individual” -maininnat saavuttivat osakkaat Juha Taipale TMT:ssä ja Tuukka Airaksinen Intellectual property -alueella. Kaiken kaikkiaan The Legal 500 2018 -julkaisussa mainittiin seuraavat asiantuntijamme heidän osaamisalueillaan:

Banking and finance
- Harri Tolppanen
- Juha Taipale
- Merja Blankenstein

Commercial, corporate and M&A
- Juha Taipale
- Merja Blankenstein

Dispute resolution
- Janne Rainvuori
- Niina Mickelsson

EU and competition
- Kalervo Rötsä
- Marko Mononen
- Olli Hyvönen

Employment
- Heikki Tuomela
- Timo Jarmas

Intellectual property
- Tuukka Airaksinen

Real estate and construction
- Kai Salonen
- Sirkka Terho

TMT
- Juha Taipale

Tulokset ovat kokonaisuudessaan luettavissa Chambers & Partnersin sivuilta.

Lainaukset Chambers Europe 2018 –katalogista:

Band 2: IPR (Intellectual Property)

Broad scope of expertise covering a range of matters related to IP and IT law. Also advises on unfair competition issues, patent infringement cases and design rights matters. Benefits from close ties to a large team of patent and trade mark attorneys.

Strengths  Clients appreciate that the lawyers "respond to clients' needs at very short notice.”
“They know our business very well,” says another interviewee, adding: "It is easy to work with them and they provide immediate feedback.”

Trade mark specialist Tuukka Airaksinen (Band 1) is well regarded in the market for representing clients in infringement litigation. Interviewees also laud his international expertise, saying that he "stands out for his vast knowledge of IP law in Finland and in other Nordic countries, where he can also give in-depth advice."

Petteri Häkkänen (Band 2) frequently leads trade mark infringement and unfair competition disputes. He also assists with non-contentious issues. He attracts significant praise from peers as a high-profile and experienced trade mark lawyer.

Peers highlight Markku Varhela (Band 4) for his advice to clients from the media, entertainment and communications industries on copyright and marketing issues.

Band 2: Maksukyvyttömyys (Restructuring/Insolvency)

Established team with strong experience acting as administrator on both bankruptcy and corporate restructurings, at both domestic and global levels. Good reputation advising clients on creditor protection measures and collection of receivables. Expertise also includes asset recovery and criminal proceedings.

Strengths  Interviewees report that the firm has a "broad presence" and is "good at insolvency." Market commentators highlight the firm's "notable market presence."

Jari Salminen (Band 1) is endorsed for his "superior subject matter expertise" and rises to the top band this year following excellent market recommendation. Interviewees highlight his "ability to get through to the other side in difficult negotiations" and "great communication skills." He represents clients in both restructurings and bankruptcy proceedings, and was appointed administrator of the Seppälä bankruptcy estate. Salminen is the head of the firm's insolvency department.

Pekka Kokko (Band 3) is described as "a very experienced lawyer with strong capacity" in this area. He handles bankruptcies and restructurings, frequently being appointed as an administrator.

Band 3: TMT

Combines experience within IT and IP rights, including IT procurement, licensing issues, transactions, data protection and disputes. Also has experience in the media industry and new technology in the healthcare, social media and financial services sectors. Active for tech companies of late with regard to insolvency proceedings.

The team's international network stands out to clients, who note: “It is good to have advisers who have resources in more than one jurisdiction.”
Sources also value that the lawyers “respond to customers' needs at very short notice” and that they are “reliable and flexible in their working method.”

Interviewees note that Juha Taipale (Band 3) is “a very experienced IT lawyer.” He advises on a broad spectrum of issues, including data protection and licensing.

Band 4: Dispute Resolution

Recognised for handling complex dispute resolution matters, as well as having a particular focus on white-collar crime cases. Active in the TMT and banking sectors, and enjoys a strong reputation in the area of intellectual property disputes. Additionally represents clients in cartel and follow-on damages litigation.

Clients appreciate the “trustworthy” lawyers, saying that they “deliver what they promise and give in-depth legal advice.” Another interviewee praises the team's “analytical approach and billing flexibility.”

Niina Mickelsson heads the department and is a key contact for clients.

Lisäksi olemme saavuttaneet seuraavat sijoitukset Managing IP 2018 rankingeissa:

Trade mark contentious Tier 1 – Eversheds Sutherland
Trade mark prosecution Tier 1 – Heinonen & Co
Patent contentious Tier 3 - Eversheds Sutherland
Patent prosecution Tier 3 - Heinonen & Co

Managing Intellectual Property –julkaisu jakaa tunnukset vuosittain alan johtaville yrityksille, jotka työskentelevät vaativien immateriaalioikeustapausten parissa.

IPR-asiantuntijoista Tuukka Airaksinen jatkaa Band 1-kategoriassa, Petteri Häkkänen on noussut Band 2:een ja Markku Varhela jatkaa Band 4:ssä. Corporate/M&A –listauksessa Anu Mattila sijoittuu Band 3:een alueella Foreign Expert based in Finland.

Eversheds Sutherland Suomen asiantuntijoiden osaamisesta kerrotaan julkaisussa seuraavasti:

Band 2: Intellectual Property

Chambers Commentary (based on the Chambers research):

Trade mark specialist Tuukka Airaksinen is well regarded in the market for representing clients in infringement litigation. Interviewees also laud his international expertise, saying that he "stands out for his vast knowledge of IP law in Finland and in other Nordic countries, where he can also give in-depth advice."

Petteri Häkkänen frequently leads trade mark infringement and unfair competition disputes. He also assists with non-contentious issues. He attracts significant praise from peers as a high-profile and experienced trade mark lawyer.

Peers highlight Markku Varhela for his advice to clients from the media, entertainment and communications industries on copyright and marketing issues.

Band 4: Dispute Resolution

Chambers Commentary (based on the Chambers research):

“Handles complex dispute resolution matters and white-collar crime cases, with particular activity in the TMT and banking sectors. Niina Mickelsson heads the department and is a key contact for clients.”

Eversheds Sutherlandin Suomen toimisto on saanut suosituksia seuraavissa kategorioissa:

• prosecution and strategy

• enforcement and litigation

Henkilöistä noteerataan Tuukka Airaksinen ja Petteri Häkkänen, jotka molemmat on luokiteltu alan parhaisiin osaajiin:

” The firm recruited former Krogerus IP head Tuukka Airaksinen in September 2017 - a move which significantly bolsters its IP protection, strategy, litigation and domain name practices.”

“Helming the operation is contentious virtuoso Petteri Häkkänen, an erudite professional with trademark and marketing law textbooks to his name.”

The Best Lawyers in Finland 2017-2018 –listauksessa suositeltuina ovat seuraavat Suomen asiantuntijamme:

Arto Palsala - Construction
Juha Taipale - Information Technology Law
Petteri Häkkänen, Markku Varhela - Intellectual Property Law
Markku Varhela - Media Law
Juha Taipale - Technology Law
Markku Varhela - Telecommunications Law

Best Lawyers® listaa lakiasiantuntijoita yli 70 maassa. Listaus perustuu kyselytutkimukseen, jossa alan asiantuntijat arvioivat kollegoitaan luottamuksellisesti.

Vuoden 2017 tuloksissa painotetaan Evershedsin / Heinonen & Co:n patenttiosaamisen merkittävää vahvistumista entisestään. Eurooppapatentti- ja teollisoikeusasiamies Juhani Kupiaisen laajaa osaamista kuvaillaan seuraavasti: ”Juhani brings extensive expertise in patents and utility models, as well as an ability to explain complex technology issues in plain language in courts”. Myös asianajaja Petteri Häkkäsen asiantuntemus riidanratkaisussa niin EU:n tasolla kuin kansainvälisestikin arvostetaan korkealle.

Eversheds / Heinonen & Co on ainoa suomalainen asianajotoimisto, joka tarjoaa kaikki teollisoikeuksien konsultointi- ja suojauspalvelut saman katon alla.

IAM on yksi maailman johtavista immateriaalioikeuksiin keskittyvistä mediatoimijoista. Se perustettiin 2003 auttamaan yrityksiä maksimoimaan immateriaalioikeuksistaan saamat hyödyt, ja sen julkaisema hakemisto esittelee patenttialan johtavat ammattilaiset.

Kokonaisuudessaan Eversheds mainitaan Chambers Europe 2017 –julkaisussa seuraavasti:

Band 1: Intellectual Property

IPR-tiimistä Chambers Europe 2017 mainitsee seuraavat henkilöt:

Petteri Häkkänen (Band 3) is a seasoned IP litigator who routinely handles cases of infringement, business secrets and unfair business practices. Clients say: "He is very experienced in IP rights issues and has a good business mind." He recently represented Veikkaus in a dispute with Unibet relating to alleged unfair business practices and infringement of trade marks on internet websites.

Markku Varhela (Band 4) is a copyright law expert who offers experience in marketing and consumer protection issues. He recently represented author Sofi Oksanen in two disputes against Bazar Publishing and its Swedish subsidiary before the Helsinki District Court.

Band 2: Maksukyvyttömyys (Restructuring / Insolvency)

Maksukyvyttömyys-tiimistä Chambers Europe 2017 suosittelee seuraavia asiantuntijoita:

Jari Salminen (Band 2) advised Uretek-Marketing on the corporate restructuring of Uretek Worldwide and he also regularly acts as administrator of bankruptcy estates. One client describes him as "a very relaxed person, he knows exactly what he's doing" due to his "vast knowledge of insolvencies."  

Pekka Kokko (Band 3) routinely assists with bankruptcy and recovery proceedings and recently acted as administrator on the restructuring proceedings of One Way Sport.

Band 3: Kilpailuoikeus ja TMT (Competition/European Law and Technology, Media, Telecommunications)

Kilpailuoikeuden osalta Chambers Europe 2017 nostaa esiin Kalervo Rötsän:

Kalervo Rötsä (Up and coming) focuses on EU and competition law, international contracts and M&A. Clients praise his "intimate knowledge of EU Commission procedures, very good knowledge both of EU merger law and state aid law and excellent contacts in Brussels," adding that he is "pragmatic, serious and discreet."

TMT:n osalta Kimmo Oila ja Juha Taipale mainitaan seuraavasti:

Kimmo Oila (Band 3) has notable expertise in matters regarding wearable technologies, cybersecurity, digitalisation, drones and social media. He recently advised the VTT Technical Research Centre on a range of contractual and funding matters.

Juha Taipale (Band 3) is praised by one source for his "great flexibility and know-how." He has a broad range of experience, including outsourcing, technology, licensing and transaction matters.

Band 4: Kiinteistöt ja rakentaminen sekä Riidanratkaisu (Real Estate/Construction, Dispute Resolution)

Riidanratkaisu-tiimiämme on julkaisussa kuvailtu mm. seuraavasti:

"The team is very capable and experienced; they have enough people to handle large and complex cases. I also appreciated their cross-border capabilities.They are innovative and forward-thinking, and display a high level of expertise in complex legal cases."

Kiinteistöryhmän vahvuudet asiakkaat ovat arvioineet näin: "depth of resources and client service."

Eversheds/Heinonen onkin Suomessa ainoa immateriaalioikeuksiin erikoistunut toimija, joka on rankattu Managing Intellectual Property IP Star 2017 -julkaisun kaikissa kategorioissa. Lisäksi Petteri Häkkänen on listattu seuraaviin henkilökategorioihin: Trade Mark Stars ja Patent Stars.

Kokonaisuudessaan Eversheds/Heinosen rankingit ovat seuraavat:

Copyright Tier 1 – Eversheds Sutherland
Patent contentious Tier 3 - Eversheds Sutherland
Patent prosecution Tier 3 – Heinonen & Co
Trade mark contentious Tier 1 - Eversheds Sutherland
Trade mark prosecution Tier 1 – Heinonen & Co

Voittajat julkistettiin 9.3. Lontoossa järjestetyssä palkintogaalassa. Tarkemmat tiedot ja valintojen perusteet julkaistaan Managing IP -lehden toukokuun numerossa.

Julkaisussa asiantuntijoitamme on luonnehdittu seuraavasti:

Petteri Häkkänen is a seasoned IP litigator who routinely handles cases of infringement, business secrets and unfair business practices. Clients say: "He is very experienced in IP rights issues and has a good business mind." He recently represented Veikkaus in a dispute with Unibet relating to alleged unfair business practices and infringement of trade marks on internet websites.

Markku Varhela is a copyright law expert who offers experience in marketing and consumer protection issues. He recently represented author Sofi Oksanen in two disputes against Bazar Publishing and its Swedish subsidiary before the Helsinki District Court.

Lisäksi Riidanratkaisu-ryhmämme on listattuna samassa julkaisussa tasolle Band 4 sekä M&A -tiimimme mainittu tittelillä Recognised Practitioner.

TMT (Technology, Media & Telecommunications):

- Kimmo Oila, asianajaja, osakas, varatuomari, DI
- Hannu Rintala, asianajaja, osakas
- Juha Taipale, asianajaja, osakas

Kokonaisuudessaan Eversheds mainitaan Chambers Europe 2016 –julkaisussa seuraavasti:

Band 1: Intellectual Property

IPR-tiimistä Chambers mainitsee seuraavat lakimiehet:

The "highly experienced and practical" Hanna-Maija Elo (Band 1) is recognised for her broad practice, covering trade mark infringement, design and commercial name rights, and copyright, counterfeit and parallel import cases. Clients say: "She's focused on working with us, is interested in our company and is a nice person to work with. She's reliable, fast, trustworthy and professional."

The "very experienced" Kukka Tommila (Band 2) focuses her practice on trade mark prosecution matters. She also has extensive knowledge in design rights, patents and domain name issues, alongside unfair practices. She recently represented Bunge Finland in a case concerning the use of its trade mark Keijuriini.

Petteri Häkkänen (Band 3) handles rights infringement, trade secrets and unfair practice cases. He is also noted for his considerable expertise in trade mark matters and marketing law. Recent work highlights include successfully representing the Julius Tallberg Corporation in proceedings concerning the sole rights to the company name Tallberg.

Markku Varhela (Band 4) focuses on copyright issues, particularly in the media, entertainment and communication sectors. His expertise also covers consumer rights and marketing law, handling both contentious and non-contentious matters.
 
Band 2: Maksukyvyttömyys (Restructuring / Insolvency)

Maksukyvyttömyys-tiimistä Chambers Europe 2016 suosittelee seuraavia lakimiehiä:

According to sources, Jari Salminen (Band 2) is "a big name in Finland, and very good at defending the interests of stakeholders." He serves as an administrator for bankruptcy estates in the technology, commerce, building and transport sectors. He also has particular strength in turnaround agreements and financial restructuring.

Pekka Kokko (Band 3) is an experienced insolvency law practitioner who tackles bankruptcy and reorganisation cases, as well as representing creditors in recovery trials. Sources say: "He has an eye for the figures and wants to understand where they come from in more detail than the average lawyer."

Band 3: Kilpailuoikeus ja TMT (Competition/European Law and Technology, Media, Telecommunications)

Kilpailuoikeuden osalta Chambers Europe 2016 nostaa esiin Kalervo Rötsän:

Kalervo Rötsä (Up and coming) specialises in international contracts, mergers and acquisitions and competition law issues including state aid and compliance. He is highly recommended by clients for his advice in state aid matters, with one interviewee stating: "Mr Rötsä knows the state aid rules in the EU very well. He knows the processes: what is done, where, and by whom. He knows who to contact and when. He has the capability of clarifying these sometimes very complicated law issues in a way that someone like me can understand."

TMT:n osalta puolestaan Kimmo Oila mainitaan jälleen seuraavasti:

Department head Kimmo Oila (Band 2) has expertise working with emerging and high-technology matters such as cybersecurity, Internet Of Things, wearable technology, digitalisation, cloud computing, drones and social media. One client states: "He really understands our business needs - it's not just legal answers but a more broad view."

Band 4: Kiinteistöt ja rakentaminen (Real Estate/Construction)

Kiinteistöryhmästä Chambers Europe 2016 suosittelee Ilmo Korpelaista sekä Ilkka Koivistoa:

Ilmo Korpelainen (Band 3) focuses on real estate transactions, advising both significant domestic and international real estate investors. Recently, he advised NV Property Fund I on the sale of a retail property to eQ Finnish Real Estate.

Head of the department Ilkka Koivisto (Band 2 /Construction) is widely recognised for his experience in construction matters and also handles real estate transactions. Recent work highlights include advising Lidl on its acquisition of an office property in Niittykumpu.

Kaikki Chambers Europe 2016 tulokset on luettavissa Chambers & Partnersin sivuilla

TIER 3 –tasoon luokiteltiin seuraavat osaamisalueet

• Pankit ja rahoitus

• Capital markets

• Corporate and M&A

• Riidanratkaisu

• Kiinteistö ja rakentaminen

• TMT

• Verotus

TIER 4 –tasoon luokiteltiin seuraava osaamisalue:

• EU ja kilpailuoikeus

Tämän lisäksi Legal 500 suositteli seuraavia Evershedsin lakimiehiä:

EU ja kilpailuoikeus

• Olli Hyvönen

• Kalervo Rötsä

Eversheds Attorneys Ltd ‘has sufficient resources to build a strong team to cover every aspect’. The firm is representing ten cities and municipalities in claims for damages arising from the national asphalt cartel case. Practice head Olli Hyvönen and specialist counsel Kalervo Rötsä are recommended.

Immateriaalioikeudet

• Kukka Tommila

Eversheds Attorneys Ltd’s team of 30 lawyers is led by Hanna-Maija Elo. The firm acted for Bunge Finland in a trade mark dispute against Valio concerning the use of its trade mark KEIJURIINI. Other clients include McDonald’s and OP-Pohjola Group. Kukka Tommila is recommended.

TMT

• Kimmo Oila

Eversheds Attorneys Ltd focuses on cross-border TMT matters. The firm is advising Myontec on all of its legal matters, including negotiations with sportswear companies, and is advising Trustbuddy on matters concerning a P2P lending platform. Head of department Kimmo Oila is recommended.

Eversheds on luokiteltu korkeimmalle TOP-TIER -tasolle yhdellä osaamisalueella:

Lisäksi Hanna-Maija Elo rankattiin ”leading indivuals” kategoriaan immateriaalioikeus-osaamisalueella.

TIER 3- tasoon luokiteltiin seuraavat osaamisalueet:

– Pankit ja rahoitus

Tämän lisäksi Legal 500 suositteli seuraavia JB Evershedsin lakimiehiä:

Yritysoikeus ja M&A

“Mika Taberman, Olli Iirola, Harri Tolppanen and Vesa Turkki jointly head the team at Eversheds, which advised Soprano, one of the largest internet communications groups in the Nordic region, on its acquisition of shares in Management Institution of Finland through a share exchange.

Riidanratkaisu

“Recent work for JB Eversheds includes representing 9Lives in various HR litigation cases with aggregate claims totalling over €1M. Specialist counsel Niina Mickelsson joined from Krogerus in July 2014. 

Immateriaalioikeudet

“Eversheds successfully represented Adidas in an infringement dispute with a Finnish importer of shoes concerning its three stripes trade mark. Hanna-Maija Elo heads the team and is the go-to person for trade mark enforcement advice. 

Kiinteistö ja rakentaminen

“Eversheds advised a property investment company on a preliminary agreement regarding the sale and leaseback of a large office and educational building in Helsinki. Ilmo Korpelainen and Petri Keskitalo were both promoted to the partnership in May 2014. 

TMT

“Eversheds advises VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland on its contracts with global technology companies. The ‘extremely clever, efficient and trustworthy’ Laura Teirikko is recommended along with team head Kimmo Oila, who has the ability to produce creative solutions. 

Lähteet ovat yksimielisiä siitä, että Kukka Tommila on vahva valinta tavaramerkkirekisteröintiasioissa. Hän hoitaa myös mallioikeuksia, patentteja sekä domain-nimiin liittyviä asioita.

Petteri Häkkänen hoitaa patentti- ja tavaramerkkiasioita. Hän toimi äskettäin Tallberg Groupin neuvonantajana tavaramerkkiriidassa Oy Tallberg & Co:ta vastaan. ”Hän on rento ja hänelle on helppo puhua. Hän myös ymmärtää huolenaiheemme ja tuntee alansa todella hyvin”, haastateltavat toteavat.

Markku Varhelalla on huomattavaa kokemusta mediaan ja tekijänoikeuksiin liittyvästä neuvonnasta. Hän hoitaa lisäksi markkinointi- ja kuluttajansuoja-asioita.

Arvioinnissa mainittiin Kukka Tommila, Petteri Häkkänen ja Hanna-Maija Elo. Petteri Häkkänen ja Hanna-Maija Elo arvioitiin myös kultatasolle yksilölistauksessa. Hanna-Maija Elo mainittiin myös individuals: anti-counterfeiting- listauksessa.

Eversheds on luokiteltu korkeimmalle TOP-TIER -tasolle yhdellä osaamisalueella:

- Immateriaalioikeudet

Evershedsia on suositeltu myös seuraavalla neljällä alalla:

- Yritysoikeus ja M&A

- Riidanratkaisu

- Kiinteistöt ja rakentaminen

- TMT

Seuraavia lakimiehiä suositellaan vuoden 2014 The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa -julkaisussa:

Yritysoikeus ja M&A

- Harri Tolppanen

- Jari Salminen

- Mika Taberman

Riidanratkaisu

- Harri Lindfors

Immateriaalioikeudet

- Hanna-Maija Elo

- Marja Tommila

- Petteri Häkkänen

Kiinteistöt ja rakentaminen

- Ilmo Korpelainen

TMT

- Kimmo Oila

Franchise:

Asianajaja, varatuomari, osakas Hanna-Maija Elo
Asianajaja, varatuomari, Senior Counsel Marja Tommila

ICT:

Asianajaja, varatuomari, osakas, DI Kimmo Oila
Asianajaja, osakas Hannu Rintala

Sports & Entertainment:

Asianajaja, varatuomari, osakas Markku Varhela

Trademarks:

Asianajaja, varatuomari, osakas Hanna-Maija Elo