Languages

Finnish, English

Henri Ruotsalainen

Specialist Partner Fund Formation, Private Equity

Languages

Finnish, English

Henri has more than a decade of experience in private equity and venture capital transactions, particularly in fund formation. He advises both GPs and LPs in fund formation and fund investments, secondary transactions, and other fund-related transactions. Henri’s experience covers funds with various investment strategies, including private equity, venture capital, private debt, infrastructure, and real estate, as well as funds of funds and feeder fund structures. Henri also has in-depth knowledge and understanding of the regulatory aspects of the private fund and investment management industry.

In addition to fund-related matters, Henri regularly advises clients on venture capital financing, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and general corporate and contract law matters. He is also active in Hannes Snellman’s ESG Group.

Selected References

Parties:

Oy Kati Ab, Taratest Oy, Palsatech Oy

Transaction:

Hannes Snellman advised Oy Kati Ab in its exit from Palsatech Oy in connection with a transaction where Taratest Oy acquired majority ownership in Palsatech Oy, a company providing geological and geotechnical services and products for mineral exploration and mining industry.

Value:

Not public

Role:

Counsel to Oy Kati Ab

Contacts

Parties:

Intera Partners, Suvia Group, Cubera, Elo, and Keva

Transaction:

Hannes Snellman is advising Intera Partners in the acquisition of Suvia Group together with Cubera, Elo and Keva as co-investors. Suvia Group is a unique combination of damage inspection and assessment services, collision repair, and spare parts services. The company serves insurance companies, leasing operators, and vehicle users through Finland’s largest collision repair network. Completion of the transaction is subject to approval of the Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority.

Value:

Not public

Role:

Counsel to Intera Partners

Contacts

Parties:

Intera Partners, PHM Group

Transaction:

Hannes Snellman advised Intera Partners in their exit from PHM Group. PHM Group is a leading property services company in the Nordic region.

Deal Value:

Value not public

Role:

Counsel to Intera Partners

Contacts
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    Erik Stenman

    Partner +358 50 586 8065 erik.stenman@hannessnellman.com

  • Henri Ruotsalainen

    Specialist Partner +358 40 842 3687 henri.ruotsalainen@hannessnellman.com
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    Emmi Kantola

    Managing Associate +358 40 086 5252 emmi.kantola@hannessnellman.com

Parties:

DevCo Partners, Vexve

Transaction:

Hannes Snellman advised DevCo Partners in EUR 521 million single-asset continuation fund transaction to support the next growth chapter of Vexve, a European leader in mission-critical valve solutions for energy infrastructure. The transaction provides DevCo with significant additional capital for the continued support of the long-term growth of Vexve within the accelerating energy transition space.

Deal Value:

EUR 521 million

Role:

Counsel to DevCo Partners

Contacts
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    Thomas Landell

    Partner +358 40 777 1600 thomas.landell@hannessnellman.com
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    Erik Stenman

    Partner +358 50 586 8065 erik.stenman@hannessnellman.com

  • Henri Ruotsalainen

    Specialist Partner +358 40 842 3687 henri.ruotsalainen@hannessnellman.com
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    Emmi Kantola

    Managing Associate +358 40 086 5252 emmi.kantola@hannessnellman.com
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    Noora Christiansen

    Senior Associate +358 50 527 8145 noora.christiansen@hannessnellman.com
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    Sofia Oesch

    Senior Associate +358 40 747 4193 sofia.oesch@hannessnellman.com
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    Julia Tabell

    Associate +358 45 234 5697 julia.tabell@hannessnellman.com
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    Johan Kontio

    Associate +358 44 505 1126 johan.kontio@hannessnellman.com
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    Heikki Vesikansa

    Partner +358 40 844 2117 heikki.vesikansa@hannessnellman.com
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    Piia Ahonen

    Specialist Partner + 358 44 520 8801 piia.ahonen@hannessnellman.com

  • Stefan Stellato

    Partner +358 50 356 5566 stefan.stellato@hannessnellman.com
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    Isabella Aro

    Senior Associate +358 44 514 3829 isabella.aro@hannessnellman.com
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    Sofia Ropo

    Senior Associate +358 40 545 2866 sofia.ropo@hannessnellman.com
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    Kerttu Kaksonen

    Associate +358 40 587 6956 kerttu.kaksonen@hannessnellman.com
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    Annika Sillanpää

    Associate +358 40 662 3038 annika.sillanpaa@hannessnellman.com
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    Markus Bremer

    Partner +358 40 716 9676 markus.bremer@hannessnellman.com
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    Pauliina Sutinen

    Managing Associate +358 50 346 5280 pauliina.sutinen@hannessnellman.com
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    Emma Ahonen

    Associate +358 40 194 9396 emma.ahonen@hannessnellman.com
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    Anniina Laakso

    Legal Assistant +358 40 828 4068 anniina.laakso@hannessnellman.com

Memberships and Positions of Trust

  • Member of the Finnish Bar Association

Professional Background

  • Specialist Partner, Hannes Snellman, 2026
  • Counsel, Hannes Snellman, 2024
  • Borenius Attorneys Ltd, 2013–2024

Education

  • Master of Laws, University of Helsinki, 2013

Publications

  • Vaihtoehtorahastojen hoitajista annetun lain soveltamisalasta (On the scope of application of the Act on Alternative Investment Fund Managers) (Co-author), Defensor Legis 2014