People

Henri Ruotsalainen

Counsel

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.

Before joining Hannes Snellman, Henri worked in another major law firm in Finland.


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Memberships and Positions of Trust

  • Member of the Finnish Bar Association

Publications

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

Education and Professional Background

  • Counsel, Hannes Snellman, 2024–
  • Counsel, Borenius Attorneys Ltd, 2024
  • Senior Associate, Borenius Attorneys Ltd, 2017–2023
  • Associate, Borenius Attorneys Ltd, 2013–2017
  • Master of Laws, University of Helsinki, 2013