Mediator

I'm a strong advocate for mediation as a sustainable way to resolve conflicts. 

In mediation, a mediator acts as an impartial third party, facilitating communication and negotiation between conflicting parties. By guiding discussions and encouraging dialogue, the mediator aids in finding a mutually agreeable resolution outside of formal legal proceedings. The mediator’s role involves assisting parties in identifying shared interests, exploring various solutions, and ultimately concluding agreements that cater to their needs. This empowers the parties involved to achieve sustainable solutions to their disputes.

With my experience in law and business, along with strong people skills and a background as both a CEO and leader in expert organizations, and legal professional with versatile experience in business law, I bring a practical, business-oriented approach to mediation. My aim is to bring people and organizations together, blending legal know-how with business objectives to find lasting solutions through mediation.

In addition to being accredited as a mediator by the Finnish Bar Association, I am a CEDR (Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution) accredited mediator. 

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Prior to becoming an independent arbitrator and mediator, I was a member of the Finnish Bar Association’s standing committee on mediation. I also actively participated as a lecturer in the Finnish Bar Association’s courses in mediation. When working as the Secretary General for the Arbitration Institute of the Finland Chamber of Commerce (FAI), I was a member of the task force that drafted the FAI Mediation Rules.

In complex mediations involving multiple parties, it can often be beneficial to engage multiple mediators. To address such intricate scenarios effectively, I've cultivated a strong network of experienced mediators whom I collaborate with, ensuring thorough and efficient handling of extensive mediation proceedings when required.

The successful outcome of mediation typically culminates in a settlement agreement, which not only resolves the immediate conflict but also lays the groundwork for future cooperation if mutually advantageous. Even if resolution isn't reached during the mediation process, parties often find a resolution shortly afterward.

Importantly, mediation significantly reduces the need for lengthy and costly legal proceedings, benefiting all involved parties.

Arbitrator

Arbitration offers a recommended alternative to court proceedings for businesses seeking a legally binding resolution to their conflicts. Arbitration involves the appointment of an arbitrator or three arbitrators to legally resolve conflicts. These proceedings typically last around a year, varying with the complexity of the dispute. 

I serve as the sole, presiding, and party-nominated arbitrator in both ad hoc and administered arbitration proceedings, under a variety of arbitration rules such as the FAI, DIA, and SCC Rules, across different applicable laws and seats of arbitration. 

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Characterized as business-minded, determined, hands-on, thorough, and well-prepared, I approach arbitration with a pragmatic mindset. My goal is to facilitate a well-structured arbitration process that considers the parties' expectations, wishes, rights, and obligations, while also ensuring efficiency in proceedings and timely decision-making.

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The outcome of arbitration proceedings is a final arbitral award, internationally recognized and enforceable. Businesses benefit from this award as it provides a legally binding resolution, ensuring certainty and finality. This clarity enables efficient planning and resource allocation, minimizes operational disruption, and upholds contractual rights, fostering stability and confidence in commercial dealings.

Dispute Boards & Early Neutral Evaluation 

I serve as a member of Dispute Resolution Boards, also known as Dispute Review Boards and Dispute Avoidance Boards, and act as an early neutral evaluator (ENE) in appropriate cases.
 

Dispute Resolution Boards are independent panels typically appointed at the outset of construction and other long‑term or complex projects. Composed of neutral experts, they follow the project as it progresses, provide recommendations, and assist the parties in addressing disagreements at an early stage. Their purpose is to prevent disputes from escalating and, where disputes do arise, to facilitate their efficient and structured resolution while maintaining project momentum.
 

Early Neutral Evaluation (ENE) is a non‑binding process in which an independent evaluator provides an early, impartial assessment of key legal, factual, or procedural issues in dispute. ENE can assist parties and their advisors in clarifying positions, assessing risks, and making informed decisions about how best to proceed.
 

Drawing on my background in law and business, as well as my experience in senior leadership roles within expert organisations and in dispute resolution, I bring a pragmatic and commercially grounded perspective to both dispute boards and early neutral evaluation.
 

Used appropriately, dispute boards and early neutral evaluation can mitigate the risks associated with disputes, support informed decision‑making, and contribute to the successful completion of projects and the efficient handling of emerging conflicts.