Thomas Kolster

Partner
Dispute Resolution

thomas.kolster@krogerus.com
+358 (0)40 777 9844
+358 (0)29 000 6263
Helsinki Office
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Thomas is a dispute resolution lawyer specialised in commercial litigation and arbitration. He has a special focus on disputes relating to the financial sector, M&A and international trade and transport. Thomas also advices customers on trade compliance issues, including AML, export control and sanctions. His knowledge and understanding of the financial sector combined with his extensive work experience from the Finnish courts (including the Finnish Supreme Court) makes him unique on the Finnish legal market.

Partner Thomas Kolster is hands-on with the case and can keep track of all the streams. He provides excellent strategic advice and understands commercial questions. In addition to that, discussing the legal aspects of the case with Kolster is pleasant and educational. He can break down complex legal issues so that non-lawyers can follow along.
Legal 500 2025Dispute Resolution
Thomas has broad legal experience. He stays calm and focused in stormy weather. On top of that, he is just a very friendly and nice person, and this is a great asset when negotiations get heated.
Chambers Global 2026Dispute Resolution
Thomas Kolster is excellent in relevant details while also having the big picture, which enables him to give a realistic assessment of the success of the case to the client. Thomas is also nice to work with.
Legal 500 2025Dispute Resolution
Education
  • Master of Laws with court training, District Court of Åland (2007-2008)
  • Master of Laws, University of Helsinki (2006)
Memberships and Affiliations
  • Finnish Bar Association
  • Finnish Arbitration Association
  • Young Arbitration Club Finland
  • Young Arbitrators Sweden
  • Finnish Maritime Law Association CMI
Languages
  • Finnish
  • Swedish
  • English
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Latest references by Thomas

Krogerus advises Altor on its acquisition of a majority stake in Evac from Bridgepoint

Mergers & Acquisitions

Krogerus advises Trevian Kasvu LP on its acquisition of Helsinki Halli

Real Estate & Construction

Krogerus advises Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners on its entry into a partnership with Myrsky Energia

Energy
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Latest articles by Thomas

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