Mikko focuses his practice on competition law, state aid, technology law and intellectual property rights. He is considered to be one of the leading experts in the field of regulated industries, including healthcare and pharma, energy and natural resources, media and software. Mikko has co-authored a leading treatise on competition law and recently authored an in-depth analysis of the Finnish healthcare system. His most recent book discusses state aid regulation in the European Union.
CV
Career
- Avance Attorneys Ltd, Partner 2012–
- Ministry of Employment and the Economy, State Secretary (Economic affairs) (2008–2009)
- Microsoft Finland Oy, Director of Information Society Relations (2007–2008)
- Economic Policy Adviser to the Finnish Prime Minister (2005–2007)
- European Commission, Member of Commissioner Rehn’s Cabinet (2004–2005)
- Prime Minister’s Office, EU-secretariat, Special Advisor (Energy, Transport, Telecommunications) (2003–2004)
- Roschier Attorneys Ltd., Senior Associate (2000–2003, 2009–2010)
Education
- College of Europe, Bruges, LL.M., 2000
- University of Helsinki, LL.M., 1998
- Preparing Doctoral Thesis on “Market Access and Role of State in the European Union”
Rankings
2022
“Excellent experience also from political side, good connections to decision makers and knowledge in many markets.”
“Mikko is brilliant” and has “exceptional understanding of our industry and business environment.”
“Mikko Alkio has unmatched experience when it comes to Finnish innovation policy. He has also exceptional understanding of public private research partnerships.”
“Mikko Alkio has an exceptional skillset involving not only the legal and commercial knowhow but also politics and government. In this emerging era of regulatory backlash in the tech sector, having an adviser like Mikko Alkio on our side is immensely valuable. He is very strategic thinker.”
The Legal 500 2022
2022
Mikko Alkio has demonstrable experience in complex merger control mandates, including phase II investigations. He is also knowledgeable in public procurement matters, and one client describes him as a “state aid specialist,” adding that he is “easy to work with.”
Chambers Europe 2022
2021
Mikko Alkio is recognised as a Global Leader in Competition and Government – Government Contracts.
Who’s Who Legal 2021