Mergers and acquisitions
“Avance stands out from the rest of the market.”
— Chambers
Transactions are at the core of what we do. Our team advises clients in their most demanding mergers and acquisitions, joint venture structures, and related arrangements and is recognized as a Tier 1 advisor for all types of corporate and M&A transactions. We believe in the value of bringing the right team and senior attention to each project and understand the importance of effective project management.
Our firm has the capability and resources to execute high-end transaction projects from commencement to completion, including strategic planning, corporate structuring, due diligence, negotiation and documentation. We leverage the firm’s shared expertise to achieve the best results for our clients.
Rankings
Avance continues its excellent rankings in the IFLR1000, a guide to the world’s leading financial and corporate law firms and lawyers. In the 36th edition (2026/2027), we achieved top rankings across all ranked practice areas covered by IFLR1000 in Finland – M&A, Banking and finance, Capital markets and Project development. Furthermore, 16 of our lawyers are recognized in their fields of expertise.
IFLR1000 2026/2027
“Very wise and experienced. I liked that the partner also sometimes met alone, not pushing more people when not needed, but bringing a team when that was useful for the process.”
“Very knowledgeable, available and constructive.”
“The team is efficient, well-organised and respectful of deadlines. The team stands out especially with its outstanding coordination on transactional matters. As a client, we appreciate the stability of the relationship built with the team. A long-term client relationship has been an advantage to us.”
“The team always gives advice when needed. They are always on call and willing to extend themselves for clients.”
“Great team for corporate and M&A!”
The Legal 500 2026, Commercial, corporate and M&A
Avance is ranked in Band 1 in both Europe and Global guides (Corporate/M&A – Finland).
“The firm has an extremely effective, straightforward team and approach.”
“They come up with a comprehensive view of the situation and are flexible. They understand the commercial aspects and the goal of each investment, so they know what's important to get the deal done.”
“Avance understands the value it creates for its clients.”
“It is a very strong team that is very knowledgeable regarding M&A transactions.”
“The team has a strong combination of technical legal know-how and a pragmatic approach to complex issues.”
“Their commercial awareness is what sets them apart for us.”
Chambers Europe & Global 2026, Corporate/M&A
Avance has for the third time been selected Finland’s M&A Legal Advisor of the Year by Mergermarket.
Mergermarket European M&A Awards 2025
Avance has once again been broadly recognized by IFLR1000, a guide to the world’s leading financial and corporate law firms and lawyers. In the 35th edition (2025/2026), we achieved high rankings across all our ranked practices – M&A, Banking and finance, Capital markets and Project development. Furthermore, 15 of our lawyers are recognized in their respective fields of expertise. In addition, Sari Wallgren is once again named as Women Leader.
IFLR1000 2025/2026
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