Languages

Finnish, English

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Joel Ettanen

Associate IP & Technology

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Languages

Finnish, English

Joel advises both domestic and international clients across the full spectrum of intellectual property matters, including assignments involving trademarks, copyrights, patents, and design rights. He has experience in IP-related dispute resolution and litigation. In addition, Joel provides advise on matters relating to marketing law and a wide range of commercial agreements. He has also gained experience in technology law and advises, among other areas, on compliance matters as well as data protection and privacy related assignments.

Selected References

Parties:

Energy Fuels Inc. (Buyer), Ara Partners (Seller), Vacuumschmelze GmbH & Co. KG and its related group companies (VAC) (Target)

Transaction:

Hannes Snellman acted as Finnish counsel to Energy Fuels Inc. in the acquisition of Vacuumschmelze GmbH & Co. KG and its related group companies (VAC) from Ara Partners. Energy Fuels is a leading critical mineral company listed on the NYSE, focusing on the production of uranium, rare earth oxides, and medical isotopes.

The transaction comprises Energy Fuels’ acquisition of VAC for a total cash-and-stock consideration of approximately USD 1.9 billion. VAC is an advanced magnetics manufacturing company that specialises in permanent magnet solutions serving sectors such as the automotive, aerospace, defence, data centers, robotics, and semiconductors.

The transaction is expected to close in early 2027, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

Value:

USD 1.9 billion

Role:

Finnish Counsel to Energy Fuels

Contacts

Parties:

Trinax Group, Helix Kapital, Scudo Solutions Oy

Transaction:

Hannes Snellman advised Trinax Group, a Swedish software provider to the Nordic construction market, backed by Helix Kapital, in the acquisition of Scudo Solutions Oy. Scudo Solutions Oy is a Finnish technology company specialising in project cost management software and services.

Value:

Not public

Role:

Counsel to Trinax Group

Contacts

Memberships and Positions of Trust

  • Member of the Finnish Association for Industrial Property Rights
  • Member of the IT Law Association

Professional Background

  • Associate, Hannes Snellman Attorneys, 2026–
  • Berggren, 2023–2026

Education

  • Master of Laws, LL.M., University of Turku, 2023
  • Master of Science, Economics & BA, Hanken School of Economics, 2025–