DLA Piper appoints new Real Estate partner in Finland

DLA Piper Finland is pleased to announce that Mikko Larvala has been appointed a partner of the firm, further strengthening its Real Estate and Finance practice in Finland.

Mikko Larvala is a very experienced lawyer with over 20 years of experience in real estate and the banking industry. Chambers Europe has acknowledged him as one of the leading real estate experts in Finland. He advises Finnish and international institutions, private equity investors, real estate developers and borrower and lender clients within the real estate sector. He also advises capital markets clients.

Prior to joining DLA Piper, Larvala worked in another leading international law firm in Finland.

“Mikko is an experienced lawyer who will enhance the profile and capabilities of DLA Piper’s Nordic Real Estate team through his excellent reputation and competence,” said Johan Schmidt, Managing Director of DLA Piper Finland.

Mikko Larvala said: "I am excited to join DLA Piper and look forward to working in one of the leading real estate law firms in the world. DLA Piper offers truly a unique platform with offices in Finland, Sweden, Denmark and Norway for all clients operating or looking to invest in the Nordics.”