Hätälä Oy is a nationwide, fourth-generation family business that manufactures and markets fish products to retail outlets, professional kitchens, and wholesalers.

Business succession and changes in ownership structures require careful planning, bringing together corporate law, tax and operational considerations.

We advised the company on a generational transfer and on share issues supporting the company’s growth and development. In addition, we acted as chair of the general meeting, ensuring that the meeting was conducted in accordance with applicable requirements and ensuring legal certainty in the decision-making process.

Our other projects.

Private Equity and FinanceReal estate and construction

Junnikkala Oy

We have advised Junnikkala Oy on the project agreements and financing arrangements relating to the sawmill project developed in the Laanila industrial area in Oulu, as well as on a significant M&A transaction in which Stora Enso acquired the entire share capital of Junnikkala Oy in 2025.
Real estate and construction

Oulun Maa- ja Vesirakennus Oy

We advised Oulun Maa- ja Vesirakennus Oy on construction contracts relating to the Hailuoto bridge connection project. Our advice included the legal review of the construction contracts and contractual matters relating to project execution as part of this major infrastructure project.
Commercial contracts

City of Haapajärvi

As part of a process to improve the financial position of the City of Haapajärvi, we provided a legal assessment of the requirements for distribution of funds by one of the City’s subsidiaries, as well as certain competition law matters. Our advice also included updating the company’s shareholders’ agreement, providing legal advice throughout the negotiation process and advising on corporate law matters relating to the implementation of the distribution of funds.