Sofie Korhonen

Background

About Sofie Korhonen

Experienced Commercial Lawyer with International Focus Managing Diverse Legal Risks, Compliance and Conflicts - Currently managing legal affairs and negotiating complex project agreements at Schneider Electric in Sweden, focusing on energy management, automation, and digital solutions (software) for sustainable energy across industries. Schneider Electric is a global Fortune 500 company with an impressive track record in sustainability (e.g."The World’s Most Sustainable Corporation 2025" by Corporate Knights)- Part of the Swedish Country Leadership Team (interim)- Extensive background at Krogerus, a premier Finnish law firm, specializing in commercial dispute resolution, crisis management, and legal compliance in diverse industries- Track record in providing strategic legal advice, supporting decision-making, and ensuring compliance in in-house roles at global companies Stora Enso and AFRY. Academic and Legal Qualifications - Fully qualified lawyer with a Master of Laws (LL.M) degree from the University of Helsinki (2017) and qualification to the Finnish Bar Association as Attorney-at-law (2021)(currently not a member of the Bar Association as this is not allowed for in-house lawyers)- Completed one year at a Finnish District Court, qualifying as a civil and criminal law judge in Finland (receiving the title: varatuomari, vicehäradshövding)- Worked in Finland, Sweden, Germany and Switzerland, complemented by exchange studies in Austria. Multilingual Proficiency - Proficient in Finnish, English, German, and Swedish.