‘Head of tax Ossi Haapaniemi is noted for his financial prowess, while clients ‘appreciate the firm’s expertise and experience on all tax issues’.’

Legal500, 2012

‘Rated as "one of the leading lawyers in Finland," top-ranked practice head Ossi Haapaniemi is praised for his expertise in international tax and financial instruments, as well as his litigation skills. A peer reports: "He is brilliant in court and has won a substantial amount of cases."’

Chambers Global 2012

Hannes Snellman remains the highest ranked law firm in Finland in International Tax Review’s recently published World Tax 2012 ranking.

‘The highly respected Ossi Haapaniemi oversees the tax department and has ensured they remain well regarded by competitors. While the firm handles a full range of tax issues, its contentious practice is particularly distinguished. The firm's strength extends beyond litigation with transactional work also a significant source of work for the tax practice.’

International Tax Review, 2012

’Ossi Haapaniemi leads the team and is admired for his broad experience on a variety of tax questions. Outi Raitasuo dedicates her practice to transactional tax matters.

Chambers Europe, 2011

'Head of tax Ossi Haapaniemi at Hannes Snellman Attorneys at Law Ltd cements the firm’s leading reputation, his lengthy and varied career including in-house positions at tax authorities, banks and an international consultancy. Work is of the highest calibre...'

Legal500, 2011

'Ossi Haapaniemi is head of Hannes Snellman's tax group, and is "one of the strongest practitioners in the field," agree sources. M&A specialist Outi Raitasuo is "an all-round commercial law expert," say clients, who also draw attention to her prowess as a tax attorney.'

Chambers Global 2011

'Ossi Haapaniemi heads the firm's tax practice and is a recognised leader in the field.'

Tax Directors Handbook 2011

'Ossi Haapaniemi is praised for his extensive knowledge and experience. According to commentators, “he is extremely good in court.”'

'Outi Raitasuo has expertise in corporate M&A and tax planning.'

Chambers Europe 2010

"Hannes Snellman...’s Ossi Haapaniemi heads the firm’s tax practice and is a recognised leader in the field."

Legal 500, 2010

'One of the foremost names for tax in the Finnish market'

'Leading figure, Ossi Haapaniemi.'

'Outi Raitasuo is an experienced tax adviser who divides her time with the firm's M&A practice. "She is a wonderful problem solver".'