Projects & Construction

Large-scale projects are always strategic by default, and high stakes of succeeding in implementation requires premium legal advice. We are genuinely focused on construction and engineering, and our clients rely on our in-depth industry knowledge to help them achieve their most ambitious project goals.

Our services cover the entire lifespan of a project. We assist our clients from an early stage onwards, starting from structuring, acquisition or development, or procurement or tender phase. Our experienced counsel take the lead on negotiating and documenting the full array of project and financing agreements tailored to case-specific needs.

Typically, the construction phase of a project may be subject to its own share of challenges where knowledgeable advice makes all the difference. We provide proactive support in contract and claims management, dispute avoidance and advisory e.g. relating to guarantees, warranties and operational phase liability questions.

Our construction and project specialists’ hands-on way of working stems from taking the client’s project as our own. We work alongside business units, legal departments and project personnel to provide risk assessments and strategic advice when it matters the most. Our team also works together with Borenius’ cross-discipline teams – the combined expertise e.g. from Energy & Infrastructure, Real Estate, and Environment & Natural Resources teams ensures the appropriate foresight and flexibility.

Our team benefits from handling both contentious and non-contentious matters. We know common pitfalls and challenges encountered during the implementation of a project and take them into account when resolving conflicts. In addition, our experts routinely represent parties in commercial and industrial construction disputes.

We are here to help your business

Borenius’ project and construction experts along with the firm’s other teams deliver their combined in-depth understanding of the various aspects of large-scale investments.

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We work on a wide range of sectors such as

  • industrial (manufacturing plants, power generation, logistics),
  • infrastructure (roads, airports, bridges, railways, ports and social infrastructure),
  • mining and metals,
  • water and wastewater treatment and
  • real estate development.

Typical services for our clients include for example:

  •  Project development and structuring
  • Construction and engineering contracts
  • Supply and consultancy contracts
  • Turnkey EPC(M) contracts
  • O&M agreements
  • PPP, alliance and life cycle ventures
  • Environmental and regulatory matters
  • Public procurement matters
  • Joint ventures
  • Commercial agreements
  • Financing
  • Contract and claims management
  • Alternative dispute resolution
  • Litigation and arbitration

​Chambers

“The team at Borenius is very responsive, proactive and commercially orientated.”

The Legal 500

“Wide team with knowledge of both transactions and development projects. Also good commercial understanding.”

Successful execution of strategic investments – including green transition projects

Successful large investments require expert knowledge and a strong grasp of the client’s business environment. As the green transition advances, our experienced multi-disciplinary team is dedicated to improving the investment landscape. We support our clients through every phase of their strategic projects, employing a range of strategies tailored to meet their specific objectives. Read more about Borenius’ strategic investments – including green transition projects.

All references

Our experts are always ready to assist you. See all of our Projects & Construction references here.

Additional information

Emma Niemistö

Partner

Helsinki

Ari Kaarakainen

Partner

Helsinki

Christian Fogelholm

Partner

Helsinki

Casper Herler

Partner

Helsinki

Team

Jussi Airaksinen

Senior Associate

Helsinki

Kiira Björkroth

Counsel

Helsinki

Simon Ekman

Associate

Helsinki

Ben Fallström

Senior Associate

Helsinki

Mari Ihatsu

Associate

Helsinki

Hanna Lehtinen

Partner

Helsinki

Essi Lehto

Associate

Helsinki

Henna Lusenius

Counsel

Helsinki

Iida Mäkimattila

Senior Associate

Helsinki

Niina Nuottimäki

Partner

Helsinki

Miika Pinomaa

Partner

Helsinki

Tuija Raappana

Associate

Helsinki

Johan Roman

Managing Partner

Helsinki

Emma Siitonen

Senior Associate

Helsinki

Niklas Vartiainen

Counsel

Helsinki

Kaisa Voutilainen

Counsel

Helsinki