We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Insolvency Lawyer to join our energetic team. We take pride in delivering high-quality legal services to our clients, and we hope to find a passionate top-class team member.

The Team

Our team has solid experience in various insolvency matters and complex corporate restructurings. We have worked as administrators in numerous bankruptcies and restructuring proceedings.

We advise management, shareholders, creditors, and other parties when companies are unable to fulfil their financial and contractual obligations or need to boost their business. We work regularly integrated with the law firm’s other competence groups, mainly with Corporate, Banking and Finance, Real Estate and Litigation groups. Our office in Helsinki is part of DLA Piper’s Nordic and the global restructuring team.

Job overview & qualifications

As an Insolvency Lawyer at DLA Piper, you will be responsible for handling independently a diverse range of insolvency matters and client work and relations. You will have an important role in the team with day-to-day duties in bankruptcy and restructuring proceedings, and other insolvency related assignments. You will provide legal advice, conduct legal research, and represent clients in insolvency and restructuring proceedings.

You are service-minded and business oriented, you have control of deadlines, and you do not step back under pressure or in a hectic environment.

Our ideal candidate will have a background (minimum 1 year work/internship experience) in insolvency law, excellent analytical and communication skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional legal services. We expect him/her to have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Fluent English and Finnish language skills are essential in our international working environment.

What we offer

We offer a world of opportunity, where you can make a world of difference.

• Invaluable experience: Direct exposure to high-profile insolvency and restructuring cases.

• Comprehensive Training: Access to internal legal seminars, practical skills workshops, and structured orientation designed to accelerate your professional development in key areas of commercial and insolvency law. Also, we offer opportunities to take part on our global talent program trainings.
• Access to concrete development opportunities across our Nordic platform, including Nordic Academy and Nordic Secondment Week, where you can deepen your expertise and build a strong cross-border network.
• Mentorship: Guidance and training from experienced legal professionals in a supportive environment.
• In addition, if you enjoy staying active, you are more than welcome to join our sports teams.
• Compensation: Based on the recommendation of The Association of Finnish Lawyers (Juristiliitto) and previous relevant work experience. In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including a bonus model, and benefits e.g. lunch coupon, wellness, company bike benefit, flexible working arrangements, and broad healthcare.

The preferred starting date would be at the beginning of March. However, we understand that notice periods and individual circumstances vary, and we are open to discussing flexible start dates for the right candidate.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about the opportunity to contribute to our growing practice, please submit your resume and cover letter application as soon as possible or latest by 15 February 2026. We read applications on an ongoing basis.

For further information regarding the position or the process, before submitting your application online, please contact our Partner Nina Aganimov (M: +358 40 352 3142 E: nina.aganimov@fi.dlapiper.com or Head of People & Culture, Katja Kanerva (E: katja.kanerva@fi.dlapiper.com).

About DLA Piper

We’re a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.

At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion s not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.

We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.