Laila Sivonen

Laila is recognized within Dispute Resolution by international publications such as Chambers Europe and Chambers Global, as well as the Legal 500. She is also recognized as a Benchmark Litigation Star by Benchmark Litigation Europe.

This is what clients say about Laila:

“Laila Sivonen is very strategic.”
– Chambers Global 2026, Dispute Resolution

“She is an expert who is very hands-on and up to date, and can really get things done in a quick manner.”
– Chambers Global 2026, Dispute Resolution

“Laila is very experienced and a very good litigator.”
– Chambers Global 2026, Dispute Resolution

“She is very understanding, fast and intelligent, and knows how to manage and identify winning solutions.”
– Chambers Global 2026, Dispute Resolution

“It is always a pleasure to work with Laila Sivonen. She is very available for ad-hoc needs, knowledgeable in her profession, and I truly appreciate her business-oriented and ‘to-the-point’ approach. She is able to simplify the next steps in complex matters.”
– The Legal 500 2026, Dispute Resolution

“Laila Sivonen stands out for her incomparable intellect, strategic insights, determination to always find a way out of a difficult legal situation, and grit.”
– The Legal 500 2026, Dispute Resolution

“Laila Sivonen is a standout advisor. Sharp, calm, and highly reliable. She brings clarity to complex matters and always delivers practical, well-reasoned advice. Her responsiveness and steady presence make her a trusted partner, especially in high-stakes situations.”
– The Legal 500 2026, Dispute Resolution

“The individuals I work with combine strong expertise with genuine empathy. There is a real sense of care in how they approach both the client and the matter — they listen, understand the context, and make you feel fully supported throughout the process. Laila Sivonen stands out not only for the qualities mentioned above but also for her quick, sharp, and clear strategic thinking and an ability to always “stay one step ahead”.”
– The Legal 500 2026, Dispute Resolution

“She is always positive and solution-oriented.”
– Chambers Global 2025, Dispute Resolution

“Laila is very hands-on and hardworking, pays attention to every detail while seeing the big picture and quickly grasps the essence of very complex matters.”
– Chambers Global 2025, Dispute Resolution

“It is a pleasure to work with Laila Sivonen. She has a very clear way of framing things and managing a case.”
– Chambers Global 2025, Dispute Resolution

“She provides great work, advice and support – definitely a strong litigator.”
– Chambers Global 2025, Dispute Resolution

“She is well connected in the arbitration scene, works very hard and is on top of the cases.”
– Chambers Global 2025, Dispute Resolution

“Laila Sivonen has fostered a strong, lasting relationship characterised by trust, transparency, and efficiency.”
– The Legal 500 2025, Dispute Resolution

“Laila Sivonen has great interpersonal skills and the ability to facilitate difficult discussions. She also has a very pragmatic approach.”
– The Legal 500 2025, Dispute Resolution

Laila Sivonen’s experience includes advising:

• Claimant, a multinational energy company, in an ICC arbitration against their supplier concerning a multi-year cooperation relating to wind power projects;
• Respondents and Counterclaimants, two international IT and telecommunications companies, against their global supplier in an ICC arbitration concerning an IT services dispute;
• Claimant in emergency arbitrator proceedings under the SCC Rules relating to unpaid deliveries of natural gas with claims valued at USD 250 million;
• Respondent, a Finnish listed company, in domestic arbitration concerning shareholders’ agreement, against another listed company;
• Respondent, an international telecommunications company, in challenge proceedings before Finnish courts;
• a Finnish association in a cluster of civil, criminal and administrative proceedings including an administrative dispute;
• Respondent, Nordic Sugar, a company in the Nordzucker -group of companies in ad hoc international arbitration proceedings pertaining to an alleged breach of shareholders’ agreement;
• a Finnish corporation in connection with a global compliance risk assessment, including strategic advice concerning findings and compliance improvements;
• Clients on dispute risk management and alternative dispute resolution;
• Clients on building and implementing effective compliance programs, including whistleblowing procedure, as well as related policies;
• Clients in interim relief proceedings before the national courts, including asset seizure and injunctions as well as related enforcement.

Roschier (2013-), Principal Associate (2021-2023), Partner (2023-)
Aldea Attorneys at Law Ltd. Associate (2011-2013)
Lindfors & Co. Attorneys at Law, Associate Lawyer (2011)

Member of the Finnish Bar Association
Member of Young Arbitration Club Finland (YACF)
Member of ICC FraudNet

Member of the Finnish Bar Association’s Committee on Education (2015-2022)

University of Helsinki, LL.M. (2011)

English, Finnish