Asko advises clients on strategic matters related to competition law, public procurement, and regulatory compliance. With over 25 years of broad-based experience, he is a highly regarded expert in competition law, particularly in merger control and antitrust investigations.
Asko is known for his ability to guide clients through a wide range of competition law issues, including merger control proceedings, cartel and abuse of dominance investigations, related litigation, and restrictive practices, and to develop effective compliance and risk management strategies.
His expertise further extends to foreign direct investment control (FDI), state aid and EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR), and the drafting and negotiation of commercial agreements. He is also a seasoned advisor in public procurement matters, regularly assisting clients with complex procurement and related appeal procedures.
Asko’s multidisciplinary knowledge, experience, and strategic insight make him a trusted advisor across diverse matters and legal challenges.
CV
Career
- Avance Attorneys Ltd, Partner 2023–
- Borenius Attorneys Ltd, Partner (2012–2023)
- Borenius Attorneys Ltd, Specialist Partner (2008–2012)
- Borenius Attorneys Ltd, Senior Associate (2001–2007)
- Borenius Attorneys Ltd, Associate (1999–2001)
- Elcoteq Network Corporation/Elcoteq Asia Ltd, Adviser, Singapore and Hong Kong (1998–1999)
- WRQ Consultants Ltd, Telecommunications Consultant, Brussels (1997)
- European Commission, DG Competition, stagiaire, Brussels (1996–1997)
Education
- Master in Comparative and European Law, Maastricht University, 1996
- Master of Laws, University of Turku, 1995
Rankings
2025
Asko Lindqvist is ranked as “Recommended” in Public Procurement.
Lexology Index 2025
2025
“Partner Asko Lindqvist cares about the client and wants to deep dive into the challenges the client has to tackle and solve.”
The Legal 500 2025
2025
“Asko Lindqvist is a highly skilled and pleasant person. He understands our business well.”
“Asko Lindqvist is an experienced competition lawyer. He has a good profile.”
Chambers Europe 2025
2024
Asko Lindqvist is ranked as “Notable practicioner“.
IFLR1000 2024/25
2024
Asko Lindqvist is ranked as “Recommended” in Government – Government Contracts and Competition.
Lexology Index 2024 (formerly Who’s Who Legal)