A new Finnish Arbitration Act is expected to enter into force in 2027, replacing legislation that has been in place since 1993. The reform aligns Finnish law with the UNCITRAL Model Law, modernises key procedural rules, and strengthens Finland’s position as a competitive Nordic seat of arbitration.
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A limited liability company may acquire its own shares, but the transaction must comply with both corporate law requirements and tax rules. This article explains the key legal conditions for the acquisition of own shares, the decision-making process, and the main tax considerations for the company and its shareholders.
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Dissolving a limited liability company is not merely a corporate law process, but also a matter with significant tax implications for both the company and its shareholders. This article outlines the main stages of voluntary liquidation and highlights the key tax consequences that should be considered before proceeding.
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Under the Finnish Companies Act, a shareholder holding more than 90% of a company’s shares and voting rights may redeem the remaining minority shares at a fair price. This article outlines when the right of squeeze-out arises, how the arbitration-based redemption procedure works, and how the redemption price is determined.
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A demerger is a corporate restructuring in which a business is divided into different components. A demerger allows e.g., a large company, such as a conglomerate, to divide its various business units to create separate legal entities to handle different operations.
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Trade secrets are a critical business asset, and employers in Finland must ensure that their confidentiality is protected both contractually and in practice. This article outlines the legal framework for trade secret protection, the employee’s duty of confidentiality, and the key measures employers should take to manage risk effectively.
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