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Sullivan’s Finland & Nordic Practice supports Finnish companies, founders, investors, and financial institutions as they expand into the United States. Leveraging the firm’s deep experience in cross‑border corporate transactions, U.S. market entry, tax structuring, venture financing, regulatory compliance, and capital markets, our team provides Finnish clients with the practical guidance and strategic insight needed to operate successfully in the U.S. business environment. Our lawyers have decades of experience advising Finnish companies entering the U.S. market. We have also worked  extensively with European and Nordic clients. This background combined with our strong capabilities in corporate, tax, IP, employment, real estate, fund formation, and technology transactions positions Sullivan as a trusted partner for Finnish companies navigating the complexities of U.S. expansion.

We understand the unique challenges faced by Finnish growth companies, from market entry and VC financings to commercial contracting, regulatory matters, and ongoing corporate governance. Our multidisciplinary team provides seamless support across the full lifecycle of U.S. operations. With deep insight into Finland’s innovation ecosystem, extensive cross‑border experience, and attorneys admitted to practice in both Finland and the United States, Sullivan is uniquely positioned to support Finnish companies as they launch, grow, and thrive in the U.S. market.

How We Support Finnish Companies Entering the U.S. Market

U.S. Market Entry & Corporate Structuring

We assist Finnish companies with every aspect of entering the U.S. market, including establishing US subsidiaries, Delaware flip transactions and other corporate structuring work, implementing appropriate governance structures, and navigating cross‑border mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures. Our team also advises on founder arrangements, shareholder matters, and investor‑related corporate needs as companies transition into the U.S. legal environment. 

Venture Capital, Financing & Capital Markets

We guide Finnish startups and growth companies through U.S. venture financings from seed rounds to later‑stage investments. Our experience includes structuring convertible notes, SAFEs, and preferred equity, as well as advising Finnish investors participating in U.S. deals. For more mature companies, we provide counsel on securities law compliance, capital markets transactions, and public‑company considerations, including IPOs and SPAC‑related matters.

Tax Planning & CrossBorder Structuring

Our tax team supports Finnish companies with U.S. inbound tax planning, transfer pricing considerations, and structuring strategies designed to achieve global tax efficiency. We also advise on executive compensation, equity incentive plans, and other tax‑sensitive matters that arise when expanding operations into the United States.

Employment & Commercial Matters

We help Finnish companies navigate U.S. employment issues and a wide range of commercial and regulatory obligations. Our work includes drafting and negotiating commercial contracts with U.S. customers and partners, as well as advising on industry‑specific regulatory frameworks relevant to sectors such as fintech, life sciences, energy, and technology.

Intellectual Property & Technology

We support Finnish innovators with U.S. intellectual property protection, licensing and brand strategies, and technology commercialization. Our team advises on trademark and patent matters, technology transfer, and the protection of proprietary assets as companies enter and scale within the U.S. market.