Clients rank Avance as number one law firm in a majority of all key categories, such as quality of advice, speaking partner on strategic issues, business mindedness, project management, assignment staffing as well as availability and service-mindedness.
TNS Sifo Prospera 2015
Professional is the word most closely associated with the lawyers by clients, with its capability on project finance transactions particularly praised. One says:
“They have a very approachable and professional service. They have good team availability and a quick process throughout.”
IFLR1000 2015
“Their performance was very high,” says one client of the corporate team.
“They are excellent overall: absolutely top performers in their field. They are well positioned for M&:A in the Finnish market. They have a smaller team but the partners are really hands on in the cases. What helps them stand out from some of the larger firms is that hands on work.”
IFLR1000 2015
Clients point to the quality of the team, saying it has “excellent and effective lawyers”, with the professionalism of its staff a consistent message that comes through.
IFLR1000 2015
“They deliver truly exceptional work,” says one client of the capital markets team.
“I highly recommend them.”
This year it advised the Elenia Group and its main shareholders, Goldman Sachs Infrastructure Partners and 3i, in the establishment of a €3 billion multicurrency bond programme listed on the London Stock Exchange and the issuance of €650 million in secured bonds and related bank financing made available under €1 billion term and revolving credit facilities.
IFLR1000 2015
Transaction-focused team with a growing presence on major energy mandates and financings, prominent lately in cases involving electricity, nuclear and wind energy clients. “This team takes a proactive and comprehensive approach to things - very deal-driven“.
Chambers Europe 2014
Avance is increasingly active in high-end M&A, winning numerous large-scale mandates and prominent clients across the field. Offers sector-specific expertise in areas such as healthcare, energy, real estate and media, and noted for substantial partner involvement in cases.
Chambers Europe 2014