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Danish law firm Accura was founded in 1999. The firms headquarters is centred in Copenhagen. It also operates offices in Copenhagen, Aarhus, Boston, London, Tokyo, Melbourne, Seoul and Singapore and an estimated 525 employees globally.
The firm is recognised for its leading market practice in M&A and banking and finance, widely recognised as Denmark’s leading transactional law firm. Accura’s strong international reputation is illustrated by its consistent role representing leading foreign financial service institutions, private equity companies, investors and prominent listed Dutch companies.
Highlights
The firm advised Vestjysk Bank on its merger with Sydbank and Arbejdernes Landsbank, creating AL Sydbank, one of Denmark’s five largest banks. The transaction will combine lending, deposit and credit operations on a significant scale and represents a landmark consolidation in the Danish financial services sector.
The firm acted as Danish counsel to Bank J. Safra Sarasin on its acquisition of a majority stake in Saxo Bank. The mandate included Danish law due diligence, transaction documentation and regulatory approvals relating to the change of control of a systemically important financial institution. The transaction highlights the team's expertise in complex financial institutions M&A and regulated cross-border banking transactions.
Testimonials
"Very open, commercial minded and excellent in being a sparring partner and someone you can bounce ideas off of. Very much appreciated in my line of work." - Asset finance
"Professional, timely and accuracy of legal review." - Banking and finance
"Extremely hands-on deep industry knowledge and great negotiators." - M&A
"A professional approach and a competent partner who takes on the tasks and executes consistently are particularly emphasized." - M&A
"Extremely responsive, smart, proactive and experienced." - M&A
"Efficient work, and clear advice with a strong understanding for commercial considerations." - Restructuring
"Jacob is our main go to in BioCirc. He is an extremely sharp lawyer and quick to understand client's problems and challenge where needed. He has high integrity and is very approachable." - Jacob Østervang
"Very attentive and follows up on cases. Support the Lenders and raises questions with honesty." - Jannie Schibler
"Easy to talk to, commercial mindset and excellen in in being a sparring partner. Very good to get to the point on risks for us." - Kim Toftgaard
"Experienced and quickly reaches a good solution." - Kim Toftgaard
"My top choice in Denmark after having worked with more or less all top ranked corporate lawyers. Very smart and hard working. Has a rare gift of not over complicating things when simple solutions are required, while also being able to solve the most complicated problems." - Lars Bojsen
"Competent, accessible and communicates strongly." - Mads Dambæk
"Skilled, fast thinking and very solution-oriented." - Søren Aamann Jensen
Key clients
Danske Bank, Nordea Bank, ALM Brand, Pharma Equity Group, Brøndby IF, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, BioCirc, GreenGo Energy Group, Topsoe, Copenhagen Energy, Spar Nord Bank, Fynske Bank
The firm is recognised for its leading market practice in M&A and banking and finance, widely recognised as Denmark’s leading transactional law firm. Accura’s strong international reputation is illustrated by its consistent role representing leading foreign financial service institutions, private equity companies, investors and prominent listed Dutch companies.
Highlights
The firm advised Vestjysk Bank on its merger with Sydbank and Arbejdernes Landsbank, creating AL Sydbank, one of Denmark’s five largest banks. The transaction will combine lending, deposit and credit operations on a significant scale and represents a landmark consolidation in the Danish financial services sector.
The firm acted as Danish counsel to Bank J. Safra Sarasin on its acquisition of a majority stake in Saxo Bank. The mandate included Danish law due diligence, transaction documentation and regulatory approvals relating to the change of control of a systemically important financial institution. The transaction highlights the team's expertise in complex financial institutions M&A and regulated cross-border banking transactions.
Testimonials
"Very open, commercial minded and excellent in being a sparring partner and someone you can bounce ideas off of. Very much appreciated in my line of work." - Asset finance
"Professional, timely and accuracy of legal review." - Banking and finance
"Extremely hands-on deep industry knowledge and great negotiators." - M&A
"A professional approach and a competent partner who takes on the tasks and executes consistently are particularly emphasized." - M&A
"Extremely responsive, smart, proactive and experienced." - M&A
"Efficient work, and clear advice with a strong understanding for commercial considerations." - Restructuring
"Jacob is our main go to in BioCirc. He is an extremely sharp lawyer and quick to understand client's problems and challenge where needed. He has high integrity and is very approachable." - Jacob Østervang
"Very attentive and follows up on cases. Support the Lenders and raises questions with honesty." - Jannie Schibler
"Easy to talk to, commercial mindset and excellen in in being a sparring partner. Very good to get to the point on risks for us." - Kim Toftgaard
"Experienced and quickly reaches a good solution." - Kim Toftgaard
"My top choice in Denmark after having worked with more or less all top ranked corporate lawyers. Very smart and hard working. Has a rare gift of not over complicating things when simple solutions are required, while also being able to solve the most complicated problems." - Lars Bojsen
"Competent, accessible and communicates strongly." - Mads Dambæk
"Skilled, fast thinking and very solution-oriented." - Søren Aamann Jensen
Key clients
Danske Bank, Nordea Bank, ALM Brand, Pharma Equity Group, Brøndby IF, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, BioCirc, GreenGo Energy Group, Topsoe, Copenhagen Energy, Spar Nord Bank, Fynske Bank
With a history tracing back to 1872, the Danish law firm Bech-Bruunhas offices in Copenhagen and Aarhus. Bech Bruun is among one of the largest firms in the Nordic region with 570+ employees and 55 partners.
As a full service law firm, the firm is recognised for its strong M&A, projects and restructuring and insolvency teams representing leading Danish and international clients.
Highlights
The firm advised long-standing client Salling Group on the financing of its acquisition of RIMI Baltic, one of the largest grocery retailers in the Baltic region. Valued at approximately US$1.5 billion, the transaction is the largest acquisition in Salling Group’s history and one of the most significant Baltic M&A deals of the past decade. The mandate highlights the team's expertise in large-scale acquisition financings and cross-border transactions in the retail sector.
Anders Hoffmann Kønigsfeldt acted as court-appointed restructuring administrator in the restructuring of Odsherred Varme, a municipally owned district heating company burdened by approximately DKK 1.5 billion of debt following a failed network expansion. The restructuring resulted in a creditor-approved plan featuring a long-term repayment framework and debt write-off of approximately USD120 million, helping stabilise a high-profile public utility and highlighting the team's expertise in complex restructurings involving municipalities, lenders and essential infrastructure assets.
Key Clients
Danske Bank, EIFO, Sydbank, JP Morgan, Nordea Bank, Novo Holdings, Energinet, Argo, Dow Jones/News Corp, Maersk Tankers.
As a full service law firm, the firm is recognised for its strong M&A, projects and restructuring and insolvency teams representing leading Danish and international clients.
Highlights
The firm advised long-standing client Salling Group on the financing of its acquisition of RIMI Baltic, one of the largest grocery retailers in the Baltic region. Valued at approximately US$1.5 billion, the transaction is the largest acquisition in Salling Group’s history and one of the most significant Baltic M&A deals of the past decade. The mandate highlights the team's expertise in large-scale acquisition financings and cross-border transactions in the retail sector.
Anders Hoffmann Kønigsfeldt acted as court-appointed restructuring administrator in the restructuring of Odsherred Varme, a municipally owned district heating company burdened by approximately DKK 1.5 billion of debt following a failed network expansion. The restructuring resulted in a creditor-approved plan featuring a long-term repayment framework and debt write-off of approximately USD120 million, helping stabilise a high-profile public utility and highlighting the team's expertise in complex restructurings involving municipalities, lenders and essential infrastructure assets.
Key Clients
Danske Bank, EIFO, Sydbank, JP Morgan, Nordea Bank, Novo Holdings, Energinet, Argo, Dow Jones/News Corp, Maersk Tankers.
Founded in 2005, the international law firm DLA Piper has offices in more than 40 countries. In Denmark the firm operates out of its Copenhagen and Aarhus offices.
As a full-service law firm, the team covers the full spectrum of legal services to the public and corporate sectors. The firm is well known for its banking and finance, M&A, project development and restructuring and insolvency practices.
Highlights
The firm acted as Danish counsel to Merlin Entertainments and its affiliates, including LEGOLAND ApS, on a multi-jurisdictional offering of senior secured notes due 2032 issued by Motion Finco S.à r.l.. The mandate involved advising on all Danish law aspects of the financing, including security arrangements, transaction documentation and legal opinions, highlighting the team's expertise in complex cross-border leveraged finance and capital markets.
The firm advised NRGreen on its sale to TSG Group, a leading European provider of technical services and energy infrastructure. The transaction strengthens TSG’s position in the energy transition sector and expands its capabilities in commercial solar solutions, while enabling NRGreen to build on its strong position in the Danish renewable energy market.
Testimonials
"Very open, commercial minded and excellent in being a sparring partner and someone you can bounce ideas off of. Very much appreciated in my line of work." - Asset finance
"Good and quick advice as well as understanding of what the client wants." - Banking and finance
"Very operational and hands-on. Understand the business. Flexible in terms of adapting to our business needs in terms of scheduling calls and meetings." - Financial service regulatory
"Excellent and timely advice." - M&A
"DLA Piper stands out for its ability to combine strong technical execution with a clear understanding of investor‑driven structures and commercial decision‑making. The team was highly responsive, hands‑on and solution‑oriented across complex corporate reorganisations and real estate transactions, with consistent partner involvement throughout. We particularly valued their ability to work seamlessly with our in‑house legal function as an integrated part of the deal team." - M&A
"They - and particular the partner we work with John Emil Lyngfeldt Svenson - is very hands on, and very commercial in his approach, with good understanding of what we need." - M&A
"John Emil Svensson is always very close to the transaction and supports us in every aspect related to the assignment. This give a great comfort as a client." - M&A
"Easy to talk to, commercial mindset and excellent in being a sparring partner. Very good to get to the point on risks for us." - Joachim Kundert Jensen
"Very attentive, great people skills, efficient." - Joachim Kundert Jensen
"Practical and operational. Very experienced both within regulatory requirements as well as high business understanding." - Martin Kruhl
"Very experienced at complicated cases and very effective - good at including younger partners and associates." - Henrik Sjørslev
"Peter Mollerup acts as our primary partner contact on corporate governance and board‑level matters, ensuring clear, legally robust decision‑making across shareholder, board and management topics. He brings continuity and oversight across multiple ArthaScope entities and is closely involved in structurally significant matters where governance, documentation and execution must align." - Peter Mollerup
"He is attentive, thorough, reliable and makes complex matters easier to understand." - Peter Bruun Nikolajsen
"John consistently delivers high-quality work and is reliable in meeting deadlines. He communicates clearly with the team and is approachable when questions or issues come up. He takes ownership of his tasks and follows through to completion." - John Emil Lyngfeldt Svenson
"John is very involved in the transaction and always possible to get access to. His advice is well argumented and he know exactly what I preferences is and therefore the work is very focused." - John Emil Lyngfeldt Svenson
"She is very skilled at identifying the pragmatic and right solution that best fits our company. In addition, she appears highly competent within the field she represents and advises us on. Her knowledge of our niche industry provides a strong foundation for finding the right solution." - Camilla Bjørslev Paulsen
Key clients
HOFOR Group,HSBC Bank Innovation Bank Limited, Deutsche Bank, TriplePoint Capital, Polaris Private Equity, BWB Partners
As a full-service law firm, the team covers the full spectrum of legal services to the public and corporate sectors. The firm is well known for its banking and finance, M&A, project development and restructuring and insolvency practices.
Highlights
The firm acted as Danish counsel to Merlin Entertainments and its affiliates, including LEGOLAND ApS, on a multi-jurisdictional offering of senior secured notes due 2032 issued by Motion Finco S.à r.l.. The mandate involved advising on all Danish law aspects of the financing, including security arrangements, transaction documentation and legal opinions, highlighting the team's expertise in complex cross-border leveraged finance and capital markets.
The firm advised NRGreen on its sale to TSG Group, a leading European provider of technical services and energy infrastructure. The transaction strengthens TSG’s position in the energy transition sector and expands its capabilities in commercial solar solutions, while enabling NRGreen to build on its strong position in the Danish renewable energy market.
Testimonials
"Very open, commercial minded and excellent in being a sparring partner and someone you can bounce ideas off of. Very much appreciated in my line of work." - Asset finance
"Good and quick advice as well as understanding of what the client wants." - Banking and finance
"Very operational and hands-on. Understand the business. Flexible in terms of adapting to our business needs in terms of scheduling calls and meetings." - Financial service regulatory
"Excellent and timely advice." - M&A
"DLA Piper stands out for its ability to combine strong technical execution with a clear understanding of investor‑driven structures and commercial decision‑making. The team was highly responsive, hands‑on and solution‑oriented across complex corporate reorganisations and real estate transactions, with consistent partner involvement throughout. We particularly valued their ability to work seamlessly with our in‑house legal function as an integrated part of the deal team." - M&A
"They - and particular the partner we work with John Emil Lyngfeldt Svenson - is very hands on, and very commercial in his approach, with good understanding of what we need." - M&A
"John Emil Svensson is always very close to the transaction and supports us in every aspect related to the assignment. This give a great comfort as a client." - M&A
"Easy to talk to, commercial mindset and excellent in being a sparring partner. Very good to get to the point on risks for us." - Joachim Kundert Jensen
"Very attentive, great people skills, efficient." - Joachim Kundert Jensen
"Practical and operational. Very experienced both within regulatory requirements as well as high business understanding." - Martin Kruhl
"Very experienced at complicated cases and very effective - good at including younger partners and associates." - Henrik Sjørslev
"Peter Mollerup acts as our primary partner contact on corporate governance and board‑level matters, ensuring clear, legally robust decision‑making across shareholder, board and management topics. He brings continuity and oversight across multiple ArthaScope entities and is closely involved in structurally significant matters where governance, documentation and execution must align." - Peter Mollerup
"He is attentive, thorough, reliable and makes complex matters easier to understand." - Peter Bruun Nikolajsen
"John consistently delivers high-quality work and is reliable in meeting deadlines. He communicates clearly with the team and is approachable when questions or issues come up. He takes ownership of his tasks and follows through to completion." - John Emil Lyngfeldt Svenson
"John is very involved in the transaction and always possible to get access to. His advice is well argumented and he know exactly what I preferences is and therefore the work is very focused." - John Emil Lyngfeldt Svenson
"She is very skilled at identifying the pragmatic and right solution that best fits our company. In addition, she appears highly competent within the field she represents and advises us on. Her knowledge of our niche industry provides a strong foundation for finding the right solution." - Camilla Bjørslev Paulsen
Key clients
HOFOR Group,HSBC Bank Innovation Bank Limited, Deutsche Bank, TriplePoint Capital, Polaris Private Equity, BWB Partners
Established in 1868, the boutique Danish law firm Elverdam Law Firm operates out of an office in Copenhagen.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is best known in the Danish legal market for its M&A work and its focus on assisting in-house legal counsel.
In the M&A space the firm’s primary focus is on international businesses operating in Denmark, as well as Danish businesses with an international profile. The firm also does work for acquirers and targets on private acquisitions and strategic investment deals with strong focus on asset and real estate acquisitions.
Highlights
During the research cycle the firm was active in the M&A space.
The firm's involvement was typically on the buy side with high volume of asset and real estate acquisition deals.
Key Testimonials
"Elverdam is a pragmatic and solution oriented lawfirm that are able to strike a balance between maintain certainty for both investors, and sellers including sellers legal counsil. They immediately establish a rapport between the buying and selling party which drives the transation to a succesful conclusion." - M&A
"Elverdam stands out for their highly professional, pragmatic, and solution-oriented approach. They are extremely knowledgeable and strategic, while always keeping the client’s best interests at heart. The team is thoughtful, calm, and genuinely invested in achieving the best possible outcome. They have a strong ability to truly understand their client and reflect that understanding in their advice and approach. They act as true partners throughout the process, combining deep expertise with a pleasant and down-to-earth manner. You feel safe and in very competent hands at all times. Importantly, they bring substance and integrity to their work, rather than a superficial or overly self-promotional approach." - M&A
"Jakob is excellent in dissecting complex problems into tangible solutions." - Jakob Juul Christensen
"He is a highly articulate and insightful lawyer with strong legal and strategic capabilities. He demonstrates a high level of professionalism, sound judgment, and meticulous attention to detail. Importantly, he combines confidence with a clear awareness of his own limits, which strengthens both trust and the quality of his advice. His intellectual capacity, pragmatic approach, and composed, collegial demeanor make him a highly respected and reliable professional—one I would strongly recommend." -
Jakob Juul Christensen
Key clients
Nordic Netcare, SeeSafe, Nordic Netcare
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is best known in the Danish legal market for its M&A work and its focus on assisting in-house legal counsel.
In the M&A space the firm’s primary focus is on international businesses operating in Denmark, as well as Danish businesses with an international profile. The firm also does work for acquirers and targets on private acquisitions and strategic investment deals with strong focus on asset and real estate acquisitions.
Highlights
During the research cycle the firm was active in the M&A space.
The firm's involvement was typically on the buy side with high volume of asset and real estate acquisition deals.
Key Testimonials
"Elverdam is a pragmatic and solution oriented lawfirm that are able to strike a balance between maintain certainty for both investors, and sellers including sellers legal counsil. They immediately establish a rapport between the buying and selling party which drives the transation to a succesful conclusion." - M&A
"Elverdam stands out for their highly professional, pragmatic, and solution-oriented approach. They are extremely knowledgeable and strategic, while always keeping the client’s best interests at heart. The team is thoughtful, calm, and genuinely invested in achieving the best possible outcome. They have a strong ability to truly understand their client and reflect that understanding in their advice and approach. They act as true partners throughout the process, combining deep expertise with a pleasant and down-to-earth manner. You feel safe and in very competent hands at all times. Importantly, they bring substance and integrity to their work, rather than a superficial or overly self-promotional approach." - M&A
"Jakob is excellent in dissecting complex problems into tangible solutions." - Jakob Juul Christensen
"He is a highly articulate and insightful lawyer with strong legal and strategic capabilities. He demonstrates a high level of professionalism, sound judgment, and meticulous attention to detail. Importantly, he combines confidence with a clear awareness of his own limits, which strengthens both trust and the quality of his advice. His intellectual capacity, pragmatic approach, and composed, collegial demeanor make him a highly respected and reliable professional—one I would strongly recommend." -
Jakob Juul Christensen
Key clients
Nordic Netcare, SeeSafe, Nordic Netcare
Danish law firm Gorrissen Federspiel has a history that goes back to the late 1800s. The firm has offices in the cities of Aarhus and Copenhagen.
Through the firm’s long history, the team has acquired comprehensive high quality expertise in significant transactions within M&A, capital markets, restructuring and insolvency and project development.
Highlights
The firm advised Andel Holding on the refinancing of its existing facilities through a new DKK 18.8 billion syndicated financing, supporting the group's long-term strategy in the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors.
The firm advised DMK Group on its merger with Arla Foods, creating what is expected to be the largest dairy cooperative in Europe. The cross-border transaction brings together more than 12,000 farmer-members and combines businesses with pro forma revenues of approximately €19 billion.
Key clients
EIFO, Danske Bank, SEB, Nordea, Nykredit, Vestas, Encavis, Doral Energy, KKR, Equinor, Novo Nordisk & Novo Holdings, A.P. Møller, Cadeler
Through the firm’s long history, the team has acquired comprehensive high quality expertise in significant transactions within M&A, capital markets, restructuring and insolvency and project development.
Highlights
The firm advised Andel Holding on the refinancing of its existing facilities through a new DKK 18.8 billion syndicated financing, supporting the group's long-term strategy in the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors.
The firm advised DMK Group on its merger with Arla Foods, creating what is expected to be the largest dairy cooperative in Europe. The cross-border transaction brings together more than 12,000 farmer-members and combines businesses with pro forma revenues of approximately €19 billion.
Key clients
EIFO, Danske Bank, SEB, Nordea, Nykredit, Vestas, Encavis, Doral Energy, KKR, Equinor, Novo Nordisk & Novo Holdings, A.P. Møller, Cadeler
Hafnia law firm is a leading Danish boutique legal practice.
Focuses / Specialism
With a strong backrgoun in maritime law, the firm has a broad focus and expertise in project development covering matters ranging from energy, insurance and corporate transactions.
Danish law firm Horten was founded in 1953. It has offices in Copenhagen, Aarhus and Herning. As a full-service law firm with over 350 legal professionals, the firm has considerable expertise within all practice areas in the Danish market, particularly with a strong presence in project development, as well as providing reputable financial and corporate services. Dahl Law firm merged with Horten to become HortenDahl as of the 1st January 2026.
Highlights
In M&A, the firm advised the MBL Group in connection with an acquisition financing by a leading private equity funds, MidEuropa.
A notable highlight includes advising Vivonio Furniture Group, one of Europe's largest furniture manufacturers, on its restructuring. The firms assistance helped preserve a EUR 260 million turnover business and continued operation until eventual sale.
Testimonials
"Very commercial thinking and always focused on solving the cases." - Banking and finance
"Anders Ibsen Melballe's and Thomas Markert's professional approach." - Insolvency
"Quick response and highly skilled team within every aspect needed." - M&A
"I have been very satisfied with the collaboration with HortenDahl over the past year. They have consistently been responsive, professional, and highly committed, and they have provided valuable support in a number of demanding situations. I particularly appreciate their ability to quickly understand complex matters, create clarity, and contribute constructively to finding solutions. The collaboration has been both trustworthy and efficient throughout." - M&A
"Splendid response time and excellent legal advice." - Private equity
"They acted professionally and delivered on the agreed scope with great precision and high quality, while maintaining strong momentum throughout the process." - Private equity
"First of all he is very pleasant and professional to work with, and second he is highly skilled and always focuced on getting the case solved." - Lars Lüneborg
"Very professional and pragmatic approach. Good at finding commercial solutions to difficult situations." - Anders Ibsen Melballe
"Lise Lotte Hjerrild is doing an excellent job. I have been very satisfied with her work, and there is absolutely nothing to criticize in terms of her professionalism or delivery. At the same time, she remains mindful of the costs and commercial considerations that we as a company are managing, which I greatly appreciate." - Lise-Lotte Hjerrild
"Albert KUSK consistently comes across as competent and professional, and stands out for his pragmatic approach to problem-solving. This approach contributes significantly to well-balanced solutions and helps optimize the overall value of the agreement." - Albert Kusk
Established in April 2020, Kleist Legal is a highly specialised boutique law firm focusing on regulatory matters, projects and disputes. The firm has specialised expertise in sectors such as energy, public law, disputes and life science.
Highlights
The firm advised Global Wind Organisation (GWO) on its cooperation agreement with the Global Solar Council (GSC) to develop international solar safety training standards
Testimonials
"Very high level of expertise. And direct contact to senior level." - Project development
"Very efficient work with very high quality." - Project development
"High level expert. Always first line of contact. Business mindset." - Nicolaj Kleist
"Very competent and precise." - Nicolaj Kleist
Key clients
Global Wind Organisation (GWO), Danske Olieberedskabslagre (FDO), Green Power Denmark, Hovedstadsregionens og Midt-Nords Naturgasselskab I/S, Danske Olieberedskabslagre (FDO), Innargi, Frederiksberg Forsyning, Danske Olieberedskabslagre (FDO)
Highlights
The firm advised Global Wind Organisation (GWO) on its cooperation agreement with the Global Solar Council (GSC) to develop international solar safety training standards
Testimonials
"Very high level of expertise. And direct contact to senior level." - Project development
"Very efficient work with very high quality." - Project development
"High level expert. Always first line of contact. Business mindset." - Nicolaj Kleist
"Very competent and precise." - Nicolaj Kleist
Key clients
Global Wind Organisation (GWO), Danske Olieberedskabslagre (FDO), Green Power Denmark, Hovedstadsregionens og Midt-Nords Naturgasselskab I/S, Danske Olieberedskabslagre (FDO), Innargi, Frederiksberg Forsyning, Danske Olieberedskabslagre (FDO)
Danish law firm Kromann Reumert was established in 2000. It has offices in Copenhagen, Aarhus and London. The team consists of near 500 legal professionals, 300 of which are qualified Danish lawyers.
As a full-service law firm, the legal team has extensive coverage and leading market expertise across all financial and corporate services.
Highlights
The firm advised on the Danish law and financing aspects of Genmab’s approximately US$8 billion acquisition of Merus, one of the largest transactions undertaken by a Danish company. The mandate included advising on the financing package supporting the acquisition and helping deliver a transformative life sciences transaction designed to strengthen Genmab’s late-stage pipeline and strategic growth ambitions.
The firm acted as lead counsel to Ørsted on its DKK 60 billion rights issue, the largest equity capital markets transaction ever completed in Denmark and the largest capital raising in Nordic history
Testimonials
"They are an extremely skilled and work together with the client as a team." - Banking and finance
"We particularly value their ability to navigate complex financing structures, coordinate efficiently with multiple stakeholders, and deliver high-quality work under tight timelines. Their experience within renewable energy and infrastructure projects is evident, and they demonstrate a strong understanding of both market standards and regulatory frameworks. Also their advice on AI integration in our legal department has been highly valuable." - Banking and finance
"Professional skills, commercial approach, availability, experience, and experience with handling key stakeholders." - Capital markets: Equity
"Kromann Reumert’s lawyers are highly competent and quick to respond to the questions and/or assignments they receive." - Capital markets: Debt
"They are always available and they get back with answers very quickly." - Insolvency
"Partners are deeply involved in cases and can act as sparring partners. Small teams which increase efficiency." - M&A
"The strong commercial angle to the legal advise and their knowledge to our companys legal structure, making the newly and future contracts very well designed." - M&A
"The are professional, competent, diligent, offer the right team, stand out in terms of the knowledge of our line of business." - M&A
"A sound commercial understanding of the consequences of a restructuring proposal and also flexibility around the mandate as court appointed administrator." - Restructuring
"He is the leading energy lawyer in Denmark with significant transaction experience." - Anders Arndal
"Good combination of commercial and legal insights. Great to have on your team in negotiations situations." - Christian Ibsen
"Jakob is an outstanding M&A and private equity lawyer who combines technical excellence with genuine commercial judgment. He negotiates like a principal. He quickly identifies the points that actually drive deal value and certainty, and he doesn't waste negotiating capital on immaterial drafting. He is decisive and calm under closing pressure, hands-on and reachable at the moments that matter, and consistently keeps the transaction moving. He understands how a PE fund thinks. His drafting is precise and top-tier, and he runs a well-staffed, responsive team that we never have to chase. In short: a trusted deal partner, not just a technician." - Jakob Hans Johansen
"Jeppe is the ideal M&A partner to work with. He knows the details of the case, is able to push back - also on his own client, and understands which battles to fight." - Jeppe Buskov
"Kumaran Thavarajah stands out for his strong technical expertise combined with a highly pragmatic and solutions-oriented approach. He is particularly effective at managing complex project finance workstreams, ensuring that key issues are clearly identified and addressed in a timely and structured manner." - Kumaran Thavarajah
"Peter is highly competent and fast in processing. Friendly and with a good sense of humour." - Peter Skaaring
"The best finance lawyer in Denmark. Makes agreements happen with an excellent result for the client." - Thomas Kaas
Key clients
Novo Holdings, Axcel Management, Danske Bank, Nordea Danmark, Nykredit, Bavarian Nordic, Ørsted, EIFO (Export and Investment Fund of Denmark), Altor Equity Partners
As a full-service law firm, the legal team has extensive coverage and leading market expertise across all financial and corporate services.
Highlights
The firm advised on the Danish law and financing aspects of Genmab’s approximately US$8 billion acquisition of Merus, one of the largest transactions undertaken by a Danish company. The mandate included advising on the financing package supporting the acquisition and helping deliver a transformative life sciences transaction designed to strengthen Genmab’s late-stage pipeline and strategic growth ambitions.
The firm acted as lead counsel to Ørsted on its DKK 60 billion rights issue, the largest equity capital markets transaction ever completed in Denmark and the largest capital raising in Nordic history
Testimonials
"They are an extremely skilled and work together with the client as a team." - Banking and finance
"We particularly value their ability to navigate complex financing structures, coordinate efficiently with multiple stakeholders, and deliver high-quality work under tight timelines. Their experience within renewable energy and infrastructure projects is evident, and they demonstrate a strong understanding of both market standards and regulatory frameworks. Also their advice on AI integration in our legal department has been highly valuable." - Banking and finance
"Professional skills, commercial approach, availability, experience, and experience with handling key stakeholders." - Capital markets: Equity
"Kromann Reumert’s lawyers are highly competent and quick to respond to the questions and/or assignments they receive." - Capital markets: Debt
"They are always available and they get back with answers very quickly." - Insolvency
"Partners are deeply involved in cases and can act as sparring partners. Small teams which increase efficiency." - M&A
"The strong commercial angle to the legal advise and their knowledge to our companys legal structure, making the newly and future contracts very well designed." - M&A
"The are professional, competent, diligent, offer the right team, stand out in terms of the knowledge of our line of business." - M&A
"A sound commercial understanding of the consequences of a restructuring proposal and also flexibility around the mandate as court appointed administrator." - Restructuring
"He is the leading energy lawyer in Denmark with significant transaction experience." - Anders Arndal
"Good combination of commercial and legal insights. Great to have on your team in negotiations situations." - Christian Ibsen
"Jakob is an outstanding M&A and private equity lawyer who combines technical excellence with genuine commercial judgment. He negotiates like a principal. He quickly identifies the points that actually drive deal value and certainty, and he doesn't waste negotiating capital on immaterial drafting. He is decisive and calm under closing pressure, hands-on and reachable at the moments that matter, and consistently keeps the transaction moving. He understands how a PE fund thinks. His drafting is precise and top-tier, and he runs a well-staffed, responsive team that we never have to chase. In short: a trusted deal partner, not just a technician." - Jakob Hans Johansen
"Jeppe is the ideal M&A partner to work with. He knows the details of the case, is able to push back - also on his own client, and understands which battles to fight." - Jeppe Buskov
"Kumaran Thavarajah stands out for his strong technical expertise combined with a highly pragmatic and solutions-oriented approach. He is particularly effective at managing complex project finance workstreams, ensuring that key issues are clearly identified and addressed in a timely and structured manner." - Kumaran Thavarajah
"Peter is highly competent and fast in processing. Friendly and with a good sense of humour." - Peter Skaaring
"The best finance lawyer in Denmark. Makes agreements happen with an excellent result for the client." - Thomas Kaas
Key clients
Novo Holdings, Axcel Management, Danske Bank, Nordea Danmark, Nykredit, Bavarian Nordic, Ørsted, EIFO (Export and Investment Fund of Denmark), Altor Equity Partners
Lund Elmer Sandager is a Danish law firm based in Copenhagen with origins extending back to 1877. The firm has particular strength in civil litigation and arbitration.
Highlights
The firm advised IK Partners on the Danish aspects of its acquisition of Francks Kylindustri, a leading Nordic provider of industrial and commercial refrigeration services. The mandate covered the acquisition of the group's Danish operations as part of a broader cross-border transaction spanning Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland.
The firm also advised on Bolt’s acquisition of Viggo, Denmark’s leading electric taxi operator and Scandinavia’s first fully electric ride-hailing platform. The transaction marks Bolt’s entry into the Danish taxi market and supports its strategy of building an integrated mobility platform across Europe. The mandate highlights the firm’s expertise in cross-border M&A and transactions at the intersection of technology, mobility and sustainability.
Testimonials
"Professional, competent, prompt work." - Insolvency
"Very good legal knowledge and nice to work with." - Insolvency
"Skilled, fast, easy going and very firm when making decisions." - Insolvency
"Easy to work with. Great lawyers, commercial approach and Pernille is always very personal involved." - Insolvency
"The advice of LES is on a high level and focused on creating value-added solutions." - Insolvency
"Professional, competent and prompt service." - Kristian Ambjørn Buus-Nielsen
"Very experienced, very pragmatic and very nice to work with." - Christian Elmer
"Always straight to the point and extremely interested and finding the best solutions." - Pernille Bigaard
"Christian Elmer is an experienced insolvency attorney. At the same time, he has background in commercial law that enables him to create business solutions thar are second to none." - Christian Elmer
Key clients
IK Partners, Bonnier Capital, Firstcom Europe, Diginex, Concept Data, Nyati Safari, Lagercrantz Group AB, Viggo, Presto Denmark, Speedperform
Highlights
The firm advised IK Partners on the Danish aspects of its acquisition of Francks Kylindustri, a leading Nordic provider of industrial and commercial refrigeration services. The mandate covered the acquisition of the group's Danish operations as part of a broader cross-border transaction spanning Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland.
The firm also advised on Bolt’s acquisition of Viggo, Denmark’s leading electric taxi operator and Scandinavia’s first fully electric ride-hailing platform. The transaction marks Bolt’s entry into the Danish taxi market and supports its strategy of building an integrated mobility platform across Europe. The mandate highlights the firm’s expertise in cross-border M&A and transactions at the intersection of technology, mobility and sustainability.
Testimonials
"Professional, competent, prompt work." - Insolvency
"Very good legal knowledge and nice to work with." - Insolvency
"Skilled, fast, easy going and very firm when making decisions." - Insolvency
"Easy to work with. Great lawyers, commercial approach and Pernille is always very personal involved." - Insolvency
"The advice of LES is on a high level and focused on creating value-added solutions." - Insolvency
"Professional, competent and prompt service." - Kristian Ambjørn Buus-Nielsen
"Very experienced, very pragmatic and very nice to work with." - Christian Elmer
"Always straight to the point and extremely interested and finding the best solutions." - Pernille Bigaard
"Christian Elmer is an experienced insolvency attorney. At the same time, he has background in commercial law that enables him to create business solutions thar are second to none." - Christian Elmer
Key clients
IK Partners, Bonnier Capital, Firstcom Europe, Diginex, Concept Data, Nyati Safari, Lagercrantz Group AB, Viggo, Presto Denmark, Speedperform
Established in 2008, the Danish law firm Moalem Weitemeyer is based in Copenhagen. The firm’s strength is catered to its reputable M&A practice, with its work for private equity firms being a consistent part of the firm’s practice. The firm also has a notably strong presence in banking and finance, restructuring and insolvency and capital markets.
Highlights
In M&A a notable example of the firm’s recent work includes advising DSV on its acquisition of the global freight and contract logistics business DB Schenker. The transaction value is $15.85 billion. The deal represented the second largest deal recorded by a Danish company and recorded as the largest deal in the global logistics sector.
The firm also played a critical role with regards to Novo Holdings merger agreement with Catalent Pharma Solutions to acquire all outstanding shares of Catalent valued at $16.5 billion. This acquisition is recorded as one of the largest ever made by a Danish company.
Testimonials
"Extremely capable and responsive. Their work-product quality is second-to-none." - Capital markets: Equity
"Technically very strong, at the same time very commercial. Understand what clients want and are not being dogmatic. Good knowledge of the market practice, Danish ecosystem and relevant pressure points. Incredibly hard working and responsive. Overall, an absolute pleasure to deal with." - M&A
"Strong senior team, knowledgeable of the processes and how DSV prefers to run transactions." - M&A
"Their hands-on approach to the tasks as well as their legal knowledge and experience. Plus their personal "touch" to the assignments." - M&A
"Very articulate and skilled at making complex matters simpler. Very skilled in M&A and capital markets law." - Dan Moalem
"Dan is an all-star practitioner. He has excellent technical base which he combines with the knowledge of the market, Danish ecosystem and expectations of the clients and counterparties. He is very hard-working, smart and commercial." - Dan Moalem
"Dan has a great commercial approach while also knowing the in's and out's of the law
DSV A/S." - Dan Moalem
"Good knowledge on funding and explaining the pros & cons by accepting specific clauses and re-word those if needed." - Krogsgaard Morten
Key clients
Société Générale, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, Royal Unibrew, Vinga Corporate Finance AB, Norddeutsche Landesbank Girozentrale, Goldman Sachs, SS Amanda
Highlights
In M&A a notable example of the firm’s recent work includes advising DSV on its acquisition of the global freight and contract logistics business DB Schenker. The transaction value is $15.85 billion. The deal represented the second largest deal recorded by a Danish company and recorded as the largest deal in the global logistics sector.
The firm also played a critical role with regards to Novo Holdings merger agreement with Catalent Pharma Solutions to acquire all outstanding shares of Catalent valued at $16.5 billion. This acquisition is recorded as one of the largest ever made by a Danish company.
Testimonials
"Extremely capable and responsive. Their work-product quality is second-to-none." - Capital markets: Equity
"Technically very strong, at the same time very commercial. Understand what clients want and are not being dogmatic. Good knowledge of the market practice, Danish ecosystem and relevant pressure points. Incredibly hard working and responsive. Overall, an absolute pleasure to deal with." - M&A
"Strong senior team, knowledgeable of the processes and how DSV prefers to run transactions." - M&A
"Their hands-on approach to the tasks as well as their legal knowledge and experience. Plus their personal "touch" to the assignments." - M&A
"Very articulate and skilled at making complex matters simpler. Very skilled in M&A and capital markets law." - Dan Moalem
"Dan is an all-star practitioner. He has excellent technical base which he combines with the knowledge of the market, Danish ecosystem and expectations of the clients and counterparties. He is very hard-working, smart and commercial." - Dan Moalem
"Dan has a great commercial approach while also knowing the in's and out's of the law
DSV A/S." - Dan Moalem
"Good knowledge on funding and explaining the pros & cons by accepting specific clauses and re-word those if needed." - Krogsgaard Morten
Key clients
Société Générale, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, Royal Unibrew, Vinga Corporate Finance AB, Norddeutsche Landesbank Girozentrale, Goldman Sachs, SS Amanda
Established in 1918, Plesner is a leading Danish business law firm based in Copenhagen. The firm is strong across the board covering all areas of commercial law and public law and the team consistently advises on some of the market’s largest mandates and transactions.
Highlights
The firm advised Alight on the acquisition and financing of Lidsø Solar Park from European Energy, one of Denmark's largest solar projects with a capacity of 215 MW. The transaction marked Alight’s entry into the Danish market and its largest acquisition to date.
The firm acted as lead adviser to the Kingdom of Denmark on its acquisition of a 59.4% stake in Copenhagen Airports from ATP, in a transaction valued at approximately USD 5.2 billion. The landmark state-led acquisition secured long-term public control of a strategically important national infrastructure asset and was followed by a mandatory takeover offer that increased the State’s ownership to more than 99%. The mandate highlights the team's expertise in complex public M&A, takeover regulation and high-profile transactions involving critical infrastructure assets.
Testimonials
"Henrik Kure from Plesner brings a very high level of technical expertise and is, importantly, a highly respected and well‑regarded individual both among counterparts and opposing parties. He combines strong legal judgement with a pragmatic and solution‑oriented approach." - Bank lending
"They know of business and our industry and they are experts at their field. I appreciate their availability." - Banking and finance
"Highly skilled, efficiency and personal approach." - Banking and finance
"The team is super experienced, can draw on precedents and is very service-minded. They are always a step ahead and have all things covered. Partner attention is always available when needed and the team is broad enough to be able to handle large transactions. All in all, the service level is outstanding and it makes them quite unique." - Banking and finance
"Top law firm in their jurisdiction. Plesner's expertise in financing transactions is deep and practical. Know when to push back and when to be pragmatic. Their responsiveness is consistently strong. They are available when it matters, they turn around documents and comments quickly, and you always have genuine partner-level engagement throughout the transaction." - Banking and finance
"Plesner was outstanding in their ability to handle all aspects that arose in the carve-out. The team were competent in all the disciplines that were required and even though specialists were utilized the team seemed skilled in every discipline. Their versatility was remarkable as well as their knowledge in the discipline of carve-outs." - M&A
"Their general approach; they understand our starting point and ways of doing business and adapt their advisory services hereto." - M&A
"Plesner has a very high level of competence within M&A and corporate law and are very devoted in serving their clients." - M&A
"Plesner offers an experienced team with high-quality legal service as well as great holistic advise. Has worked with Plesner on several project, and they show a capability on adapting their advice to the context of my organization, where also political/public perception is of importance." - M&A
"Henrik combines strong legal judgement with a pragmatic and solution‑oriented approach and acts as a trusted sparring partner to the Bank. Through his high level of technical expertise, he consistently identifies solutions that are practical and workable for all parties involved." - Henrik Kure
"Jacob is a highly regarded team player, both internally, towards us as his client and towards the counterpart. The fast that Jacob is so well-liked across the market makes the process just go more smoothly. Jacob handles process to an outstanding degree." - Jacob Nygaard
"Highly skilled and on top of every issue. His personal approach is very kind on both sides in a transaction and always solution driven. Efficient and always available." - Jacob Nygaard
"Jakob's extensive experience shows in his work. He sets clear priorities, focuses on major points, is clear in communication, and has a great commercial understanding of the needs of clients in the financial sector. He is an absolute star." - Jacob Nygaard
"Very good startegic advice and people skills, making him able to give high quality advice to different personality types and situations. Large legal knowledge and highly experienced from big transactions. Very good at understanding the context of which my organization is in." - Thomas Holst Laursen
Key clients
Danske Bank, Deutsche Bank, The Kingdom of Denmark via the Ministry of Finance, Citigroup Global Markets Europe, Duett Software Group, TotalEnergies
Founded in 1936, the Danish law firm Poul Schmith has offices in Copenhagen and Aarhus. As a full-service law with a long history as one of the most experienced law firms in Denmark. Recognised as the preferred legal adviser to the Danish government, the firm expanded its client base to encompass a range of private sector clients. Through its extensive international relations network, the firm has accumulated a strong position with foreign investors and clients as well as a nurturing a strong foundation in the Danish markets.
Testimonials
"Professionally very skilled, good and solution-oriented approach to cases and collaboration with colleagues on these. Pleasant and trusting collaboration." - Insolvency
"Incredibly pleasant to work with - highly professional and focused on good solutions." - Rune Derno
Key clients
Danish Ministry of Finance, Agreena, HSBC Innovation Bank Limtied, Axcel, Danske Bank, EIFO, Nykredit, Nordea, Jyske Bank, Sydbank, The Danish Financial Supervisory Authority, The Danish Tax Authorities, The Danish Financial Supervisory Authority, The Commissioners for HMRC, The Employees’ Guarantee Fund, The Danish Guarantee Fund for Non-life Insurers
Testimonials
"Professionally very skilled, good and solution-oriented approach to cases and collaboration with colleagues on these. Pleasant and trusting collaboration." - Insolvency
"Incredibly pleasant to work with - highly professional and focused on good solutions." - Rune Derno
Key clients
Danish Ministry of Finance, Agreena, HSBC Innovation Bank Limtied, Axcel, Danske Bank, EIFO, Nykredit, Nordea, Jyske Bank, Sydbank, The Danish Financial Supervisory Authority, The Danish Tax Authorities, The Danish Financial Supervisory Authority, The Commissioners for HMRC, The Employees’ Guarantee Fund, The Danish Guarantee Fund for Non-life Insurers
