Minna Katajoki (née Vammeljoki) specialises in conflict management, dispute resolution, and corporate crime. Minna advises clients from various sectors, including energy and infrastructure, ICT and private equity, in their commercial, corporate, and regulatory disputes. Minna represents clients in arbitration, e.g., under the FAI, the SCC and the ICC rules, and in litigation in Finnish general courts and administrative courts. Frequent topics of disputes include share purchase and shareholders’ agreements, trade secrets, supply and distribution, and large projects and construction. In corporate crime, Minna specialises in investigations and criminal trials concerning environmental offences and financial misconduct. In administrative procedure, Minna assists clients with topics such as land use planning and building. Minna also acts as arbitrator.
CV
Career
- Avance Attorneys Ltd, Partner 2023–
- Avance Attorneys Ltd, Counsel (9–12/2022)
- Sotamaa & Co, Partner (3–8/2022)
- Happeo, General Counsel (2021–2022)
- Roschier, Senior Associate (2016–2021)
- Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland, EU litigation, Legal Officer (2012)
- Borenius, Associate (2010–2011, 2013–2015)
Education
- SCC/SAA Diploma Course for International Arbitrators, SCC Arbitration Institute, 2024
- Certified Information Privacy Professional, Europe (CIPP/E), 2022–2024
- Finnish Arbitration Academy, The Finland Chamber of Commerce, 2020
- Trained on the bench, District Court of Hyvinkää, 2014
- Master of Laws, University of Helsinki, 2010
Rankings
2025
“Minna Katajoki has impressive commercial and technical insight and the experience to litigate fact-heavy international disputes.”
The Legal 500 2025
2025
“She is a dedicated and skilled arbitration lawyer who is able to manage complex and fact-heavy matters.”
“She provides a professional service. We appreciated her very highly. She always keeps us updated on how to approach things. She provides an excellent service.”
Chambers Europe 2025
2024
Minna Katajoki has been named to The Legal 500 Private Practice Powerlist 2024 Arbitration – Nordics.
The Legal 500 Private Practice Powerlist 2024 Arbitration – Nordics
2024
“Newly elected dispute resolution partner Minna Katajoki has been an outstanding counsel in an international finance and technology arbitration.”
The Legal 500 2024
2021
Minna Katajoki is recognised as a “Rising star” in Dispute Resolution.
“Minna Katajoki is recommended for her drafting skills and constant client care.”
The Legal 500 2021