Finnish firm Avance has announced its addition of new banking and capital markets partner Robin Nordblad,who joins from fellow Helsinki firm Dittmar & Indrenius.

The new addition brings with him a great deal of experience in the field, having worked on a number of major transactions in recent years. He also has experience working in both New York and London.

"Robin brings a wealth of experience and another strong profile into our transactional team," said managing partner Carl-Henrik Wallin. "He will be an important addition to the team especially given his uniquely broad and international experience".