General Commercial

Commercial contracts are at the core of our practice, representing the nerve tissue of business and, hence, enormous value to our clients. Our key strength in advising on commercial contracts, offering considerable benefits to our clients, is our ability to draw on the expertise and knowledge of the full range of our practice areas and industry sectors.

Many of our lawyers have gained valuable experience from working as in-house counsel at major corporations or on secondments with our clients. We also work closely with a number of law firms across Europe to give our clients seamless cross-border service.

Diligence, high quality and generally very good service.

IFLR1000, M&A

The regulatory environment and legal practice relating to general commercial matters are subject to constant change, reflecting the globalization of and developments in the underlying business models. We follow the dynamic development in the field of international contract law closely, for example through our Dispute Resolution attorneys acting as arbitrators in both national and international commercial disputes, and through various exchanges with representatives from the academic world.

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Roschier’s General Commercial practice is top-ranked by leading international independent legal directories, including Chambers Europe, The Legal 500 and Lexology Index (formerly Who’s Who Legal). The firm has also won several prestigious awards, including the following most recent awards:

Chambers Europe Awards: the Law Firm of the Year for Finland in 2024 and 2025;
International Financial Law Review – IFLR European Awards: Law Firm of the Year for Finland in 2025;
The Lawyer European Awards: the European Law Firm of the Year in 2023 and The Law Firm of the Year: Northern Europe in 2023.

This is what clients say about us:

“Roschier’s excellent knowledge of market practice and its commercially sound approach to all matters makes working with Roschier easy.”
– Chambers Global 2025, Corporate/M&A

“Roschier always offer practical solutions based on thorough legal analysis and knowledge of market conditions.”
– Chambers Global 2025, Corporate/M&A

“Easy access and the seamless and deep understanding of us as a client is what I would highlight about Roschier’s service.”
– Chambers Global 2025, Corporate/M&A

“This practice stands out for its exceptional blend of legal expertise, dedication to client service, and innovative approach to solving complex issues. One of the key strengths of the team is their deep understanding of not only the law but also the specific industries and markets they serve.”
– The Legal 500 2025, Commercial, Corporate and M&A

“Compared to other firms, this team excels in both their technical legal knowledge and their ability to build lasting, trust-based relationships with clients. They offer a personalised, client-centric approach that consistently exceeds expectations, making them a go-to choice for any complex legal matter.”
– The Legal 500 2025, Commercial, Corporate and M&A

“The individuals I work with truly set this firm apart. Each member of the team demonstrates a remarkable level of professionalism, expertise, and dedication. They consistently go above and beyond to understand the nuances of my needs and deliver tailored, strategic solutions.”
– The Legal 500 2025, Commercial, Corporate and M&A

“Roschier has an excellent understanding of not only legal aspects but also commercial elements. The law firm provides valuable support and leadership in negotiation tactics.”
– Chambers Europe 2025, TMT

“Roschier specialises in crafting IT contracts that closely align with business objectives, transforming legal terms into strategic assets.”
– Chambers Europe 2025, TMT

“Roschier is truly IT business-savvy, and that is combined with being highly knowledgeable and diligent with the legal drafting and options available.”
– Chambers Europe 2025, TMT

“Roschier’s commitment to providing top-tier service is evident in every interaction, and as a team they are very responsive.”
– Chambers Europe 2025, Information Technology

“Simply stellar team with great individuals. Strategic out-of-the box thinkers that can contribute exceptional value.”
– The Legal 500 2025, TMT

“The team find creative solutions in highly complex situations. They bring deep expertise and experience.”
– Chambers Global 2024, Corporate/M&A

“Roschier take a very commercial and constructive approach to legally complex matters.”
– Chambers Global 2024, Corporate/M&A

“Roschier’s lawyers grasp the context very quickly, are fast in responding and go above expectations.”
– Chambers Europe 2024, Information Technology

“I think service levels and responsiveness is absolutely top notch. Also, from social and human aspect this team is joy to work with.”
– Chambers Europe 2024, TMT

“Roschier has a diverse team, covering the key legal competences we need. I think what really stands out is the team’s rock-solid competence. The quality of their advice is second to none.”
– The Legal 500 2024, IT and Telecoms

“Their ability to integrate to our internal tools and systems is unique and something we value extremely high. This truly allows teams to work efficiently in a global setting.”
– The Legal 500 2024, TMT

“Very recommendable team in IT-related matters. The team has a thorough understanding of the business models and the drivers of each market player type, so they are able to give sound commercial advice on top of purely legal advice.”
– The Legal 500 2024, TMT