Lawyers of HH Partners have been well represented in international publications that rate business law firms. We have gathered here updated information regarding the quotes concerning our lawyers in various ranking publications. The information has been grouped by expert. The update was made in June 2010.
- Eero Kajander
- Esa Korkeamäki
- Markku Korvenmaa
- Arto Kukkonen
- Jari Nikupaavola
- Taina Tuohino
- Alf-Ole Wanamo
- Martin von Willebrand
Eero Kajander
Eero is known for his litigation practise, and it is recommended by PLC Which Lawyer (2010). Legal 500 (2010) quotes Eero in the category real estate and construction.
“Eero Kajander advises on real estate matters at HH Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, Ltd, boasting over 30 years’ experience in the Finnish market. The well-known arbitrator is at ease in high-level construction or property-related disputes, and acts for both domestic and international investors and developers.” (Legal 500, 2010)
Esa Korkeamäki
In addition to clients, also rating publications have noticed Esa’s high class expertise. PLC Which Lawyer (2010) recommends Esa in the categories intellectual property, life sciences (corporate & commercial) and life sciences (intellectual property). Legal 500 (2010) quotes Esa in the category intellectual property.
Best Lawyers (2010) quotes Esa in the category intellectual property (copyright, trademark), Chambers (2010) in the category intellectual property (Tier 2) and Expert Guides (2010) in the categories patent law practitioners and trade mark law practitioners.
“HH Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, Ltd impresses due to the acknowledged expertise of Esa Korkeamäki, who has a high profile in the market. Korkeamäki is acting for a well-known car manufacturer in a potentially precedent-setting case before the Finnish Supreme Administrative Court concerning trade mark law.” (Legal 500 2010)
“This niche firm is reputed for its in-depth expertise in IP. Dispute resolution comprises a predominant share of the firm’s IP work, and the group often litigates for clients in the pharmaceutical sector. Esa Korkeamäki leads the team and has recently acted on a number of complex patent litigation cases. He is also known for his copyright and trade mark work for advertisement agencies. According to interviewees, Korkeamäki “is an expert and has the broad knowledge to act on all types of IP cases.” (Chambers 2010)
Markku Korvenmaa
The extensive practise of Markku, the most recent partner nomination within HH Partners, has already been quoted in an international ranking. Legal 500 (2010) quotes Markku in the categories dispute resolution and maritime and transport.
“The varied and extensive caseload at HH Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, Ltd included advice to an international engineering company in a dispute with a well-known bank concerning on-demand bonds. Markku Korvenmaa is much in demand, as is Jari Nikupaavola.” (Legal 500 2010)
“HH Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, Ltd advises a number of clients from the transport sector, including a well-known car manufacturer. Markku Korvenmaa and Martin von Willebrand acted for a provider of broker services in the shipping industry in a Court of Appeal dispute concerning the commission of services.” (Legal 500 2010)
Arto Kukkonen
Arto’s practise has been international recognized especially for assignments in the field of taxation. PLC Which Lawyer (2010) recommends Arto in the category tax. Also Legal 500 (2010) quotes Arto in the category of tax. Best Lawyers (2010) quotes him in the category litigation – tax and Experts Guides (2010) in the category tax advisers.
Arto handles various kinds of assignments, which is reflected also in the rankings. Legal 500 (2010) quotes Arto also in the category banking and finance.
“Managing partner Arto Kukkonen at HH Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, Ltd is a high-profile lawyer with strong relationships with a number of significant financial houses, including a major Swedish bank.” (Legal 500 2010)
“HH Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, Ltd’s managing partner Arto Kukkonen has noteworthy expertise in tax matters, but is not as active in this field as in previous years. He is best known as an arbitrator and litigator in general commercial matters, being the first Finnish lawyer to appear before the ECJ.” (Legal 500 2010)
Jari Nikupaavola
Jari’s esteemed practise focuses on disputes, and Legal 500 (2010) quotes him in the category dispute resolution.
“The varied and extensive caseload at HH Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, Ltd included advice to an international engineering company in a dispute with a well-known bank concerning on-demand bonds. Markku Korvenmaa is much in demand, as is Jari Nikupaavola.” (Legal 500 2010)
Taina Tuohino
The esteem of Taina’s extensive practise is shown in the good rankings in several categories. Legal 500 (2010) quotes Taina in the categories TMT and corporate & M&A. Taina’s practise has been recommended by PLC Which Lawyer (2010) in the categories tax and outsourcing. Who’s Who Legal (2010) in turn quotes Taina in the category internet & e-commerce.
“HH Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, Ltd fields a busy team of technology and e-commerce specialists at partner level, including Martin von Willebrand, who advised a global name in the technology sector in contractual and contentious matters. Taina Tuohino is regular Finnish counsel to a leading US-based internet company.” (Legal 500 2010)
“HH Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, Ltd has a strong practice, acting as general counsel to a number of international and large domestic clients, including a global oil company, advising it on distribution issues. Taina Tuohino and Martin von Willebrand are active in this field.” (Legal 500 2010)
Alf-Ole Wanamo
Alf-Ole’s practise covers several fields of law and therefore he has been recognized in several categories. Legal 500 (2010) quotes Alf-Olen in the category EU & competition. Chambers (2010) quotes Alf-Olen in the category TMT (Tier 3).
“HH Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, Ltd complements an active corporate practice with the necessary capability in antitrust work, as well as advising some high-profile clients on contentious competition issues. Partner and commercial law all-rounder Alf-Ole Wanamo advises in this area.” (Legal 500 2010)
“This compact firm is known for its work on IT and media cases. Its clients include various Finnish and international IT houses and associations. In addition, the team has experience handling a variety of matters in the telecommunication sector. The lawyers are recognised for their practical approach and good commercial understanding. IT expert Alf-Ole Wanamo has an impressive in-house background, including working in many market-leading technology businesses. Martin Von Willebrand is also a well-regarded IT expert and a successful deal maker.” (Chambers 2010)
Martin von Willebrand
Martin, one of the young partners of HH Partners, has already received several quotes in international rankings. PLC Which Lawyer (2010) recommends Martin in the categories telecommunications and outsourcing. Legal 500 (2010) quotes Martin in the categories TMT, corporate & M&A and maritime and transport. Chambers (2010) in turn quotes him in the category TMT (Tier 3).
Best Lawyers (2010) quotes Martin in the categories technology and information technology, Expert Guides (2010) in the category technology, media & telecommunications lawyers (information technology) and Who’s Who Legal (2010) in the category internet & e-commerce.
“HH Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, Ltd fields a busy team of technology and e-commerce specialists at partner level, including Martin von Willebrand, who advised a global name in the technology sector in contractual and contentious matters. Taina Tuohino is regular Finnish counsel to a leading US-based internet company.” (Legal 500 2010)
“HH Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, Ltd has a strong practice, acting as general counsel to a number of international and large domestic clients, including a global oil company, advising it on distribution issues. Taina Tuohino and Martin von Willebrand are active in this field.” (Legal 500 2010)
“HH Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, Ltd advises a number of clients from the transport sector, including a well-known car manufacturer. Markku Korvenmaa and Martin von Willebrand acted for a provider of broker services in the shipping industry in a Court of Appeal dispute concerning the commission of services.” (Legal 500 2010)
“This compact firm is known for its work on IT and media cases. Its clients include various Finnish and international IT houses and associations. In addition, the team has experience handling a variety of matters in the telecommunication sector. The lawyers are recognised for their practical approach and good commercial understanding. IT expert Alf-Ole Wanamo has an impressive in-house background, including working in many market-leading technology businesses. Martin Von Willebrand is also a well-regarded IT expert and a successful deal maker.” (Chambers 2010)
