Banking and finance in Denmark

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab is well equipped to handle the full spectrum of banking and finance transactions, with the team divided into three sub-teams: borrower and lender financing; fund financing and alternative investments; and regulation and financial institutions. Renowned for its strong corporate expertise, the team stands out in M&A financing, and has a strong presence across the insurance, pension and asset management sectors. The team is co-led by the ‘extraordinarily knowledgeable’ Kim Toftgaard and Mads Kjellerup Dambæk. Toftgaard is well versed in acquisition, real estate and structured financing, while Dambæk handles complex transactions and regulatory matters for the boards of directors and management teams of financial institutions. Other key contracts include Kristian Kaltoft Nielsen, who is dominant in fund formation and alternative investment work, and Jannie Schibler, whose broad knowledge covers complex financing and debt transactions.

Practice head(s):

Kim Toftgaard; Mads Kjellerup Dambæk


Other key lawyers:

Jannie Schibler; Kristian Kaltoft Nielsen; Philip Hundahl


Testimonials

‘Experts both on the law and the market. Always quick and available. They know what is important.’

‘One of the largest banking & finance teams in Denmark and leading within M&A for financial institutions due to their extremely strong commercial understanding and business acumen.’

‘Mads Kjellerup Dambæk and Kim Toftgaard have built a great financing franchise and a good split of areas under their responsibility. Jannie Schibler and Philip Hundahl in the finance team have deep knowledge within various types of financings and a commercial and pragmatic approach towards the situations and knowing where to pick the battles.’

‘The team together has a profound knowledge of the banking and finance industry covering every legal aspect required to provide full-service advice to a financial institution. The team has a clear grasp of current and future domestic and international regulations with a dedicated eye for detail. Last but not least, the team’s proven track record of managing any small- or large-scale transaction, including cross-border deals, syndicated loans and structured finance is among the best in the Danish market.’

‘Their commitment to client service is evident in their solutions and communication, making them a trusted adviser to us. Any solution is backed by legal considerations and commercial understanding. Whether dealing with debt restructuring, acquisition financing, or capital markets transactions, they are equipped to handle the full spectrum of banking and finance-related issues.’

‘Accura’s Banking and Finance team consists of very skilled and service-minded lawyers, who are experts at ensuring that the right matters are brought forward to their clients, whilst the less important matters are just handled.’

‘Kim Toftgaard and Mads Kjellerup Dambæk are both extraordinarily knowledgeable and have a unique focus on striking the right balance between deal certainty and the client’s interest. In addition, Kristian Kaltoft Nielsen and his team are also rising stars within investment and funds, providing quick and business-relatable advice.’

‘I have great experience working with Jannie Schibler. She is a great adviser and comes with innovative legal solutions. She is always following up on calls and is available when needed.’

Key clients

Danske Bank


Nordea Bank


Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken


Nykredit


Spar Nord Bank


Arbejdernes Landsbank


Finansiel Stabilitet


The European Investment Bank


Alm. Brand


Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners


PFA Pension


PKA


PensionDanmark


Northern Trust


BNP Paribas


Tryg Forsikring


Euronext


EKF Denmark’s Export Credit Agency


Collector Bank


Swiss Life


Novo Holdings


Birch Ejendomme


Capital Four


Nokas Værdihåndtering A/S


Collectia A/S


Heimdal Credit Fund


AIP Management A/S


Work highlights


  • Assisting Nordea Danmark, Filial af Nordea Bank Abp, Finland and Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB in connection with the establishment of a $144,539,000 (DKK1bn) green term loan facility to Topsoe.
  • Advising Novo Holdings as founding investor in the new energy transition fund platform “Glentra Capital” with a minority ownership of the platform and a DKK2bn investor commitment to Glentra’s fund I.
  • Advising Heimdal Nordic and Focus Fund Management on the establishment of Heimdal Credit Fund.

Bruun & Hjejle

Praised for its 'proactive approach’, Bruun & Hjejle’s banking and finance practice advises top banks and financial institutions on large-scale transactions and disputes, and is highly regarded for its expertise in infrastructure and pension funds, asset financing work and project financings. Practice head Thomas Skjellerup specialises in project, acquisition and asset financings, as well as bond issuances, while Christian Sahlertz has extensive experience in advising key clients in the private equity, infrastructure and real estate sectors. Anne Cathrine Ingerslev is another standout name, with ‘unparalleled technical expertise’ in debt and international leverage financings; she also spearheads the firm’s sustainability finance offering. Silan Harmankaya joined in December 2023 from an in-house role and has extensive knowledge of bond issues and debt financing matters.

Practice head(s):

Thomas Skjellerup


Other key lawyers:

Christian Sahlertz; Anne Cathrine Ingerslev; Alexander Koks; Morten Schultz; Silan Harmankaya


Testimonials

‘Anne Cathrine Ingerslev and her team are amazing and by far the best financing team in the Nordics.’

‘This practice stands out due to its exceptional blend of deep legal expertise and a profound understanding of our company’s unique needs. The team consistently demonstrates a proactive approach, always willing to guide and support us through complex legal landscapes. Their commitment to personalised service and their ability to anticipate and address potential issues before they arise truly sets them apart.’

‘We work with a dedicated group of individuals (Thomas Skjellerup, Alexander Koks and Morten Schultz) and what sets these individuals apart from competitors is their unique combination of expertise, responsiveness, and client-centric approach. They not only possess deep legal knowledge but also have an intrinsic understanding of our business needs. This allows them to offer tailored solutions that are both practical and strategic.’

‘Anne Cathrine Ingerslev has unparalleled technical expertise coupled with exceptional negotiation skills. She has a clear understanding of her clients’ preferences and requirements, which, together with her high ethical standards, ensures that customers receive the best possible advice in the industry.’

‘I work closely with Christian Sahlertz, who has been supporting us on various topics, primarily within debt financing workstreams. He has an excellent understanding of what we are trying to solve, which makes us very comfortable having him lead our projects. He is proactive and takes responsibility to ensure the optimal outcome for us, adding value in the process instead of just focusing on execution.’

‘The team at B&H stands out for its strong expertise, client-focused approach, and practical, commercially driven advice on complex legal matters within the debt financing space. Their collaborative and seamless service across various legal disciplines ensures clients receive tailored solutions aligned with their business goals.’

‘Anne Cathrine Ingerslev and her team deliver an unparalleled in-depth understanding of our company and its strategy, which enables them to provide highly effective external legal support on our financing structure and platform.’

‘The individuals I work with at B&H (primarily Anne Cathrine Ingerslev) consistently demonstrate exceptional expertise, responsiveness, and a commitment to understanding our business needs. What truly differentiates the team is their accessibility and willingness to collaborate. They are always available to provide quick, insightful responses, fostering a level of trust and partnership that is rare in the legal industry.’

Key clients

Goldman Sachs


Danske Bank


Nordea Savills Investment Management


Treville


Waterland Private Equity Investments B.V.


CIP (Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners)


KIRK KAPITAL


Permira Credit Solutions


Blackrock


TDC Group (TDC Holding, TDC NET, Nuuday)


European Energy


AP Møller Capital


Karnov Group


Orange Capital Partners


Ares Management


Altor Equity Partners


Aviva Investors and PSP Investments


AXA Real Estate Investment Managers


Better Collective


Capital Investment


Ganni


GRO Capital


Hines Europe


Impilo


NKT


Nordic Capital


NREP Nykredit Realkredit and Nykredit Bank


Pemberton


Ringkjøbing Landbobank


Arbejdernes Landsbank


Sampension, MP Pension and other pension funds


Trackunit


Collector Bank AB


WS Audiology


OK A.M.B.A.


Axcel


SEB


DNB


VIA Equity


M3 Capital Partners


DIXA


CEGO


Xpartners


Oral Care


KMC Properties


Work highlights


  • Advised European Energy in connection with the structuring and documentation of an innovative €150m Green Portfolio Financing Facility for the purposes of financing a dynamic portfolio of solar and wind energy project across 10 European jurisdictions.
  • Acted as legal adviser to Better Collective A/S in connection with a considerable upsizing (€72m) and other changes to its existing financing, which was provided by a new club consisting of three major banks (Nordea Danmark, Nykredit Bank and Citibank Europe).
  • Acted as counsel to HEVF Universitets Passagen ApS, a portfolio company of the Hines Family Trust managed by Hines Nordics ApS, in connection with the refinancing of the property located in the city centre of Copenhagen.

Gorrissen Federspiel

Gorrissen Federspiel delivers ‘fast and innovative solutions’ to its domestic and international clients, which include financial institutions and export credit financing specialists. The sizeable practice is organised into financing, financial regulatory, and reconstruction and insolvency sub-divisions. Practice head Morten Nybom Bethe has expertise in leveraged financing and regulatory matters, focusing on assisting credit institutions, insurance companies and asset managers. Other standouts include Thomas Maaberg Hansen, who is a key contact for acquisition and asset finance work, project finance issues, financial reconstructings and green financing matters; Tina Herbing, who is recognised as ‘at the top of her field’ in debt financing; and Mikkel Fritsch, who is a specialist in acquisition financings, real estate financings and securitisation work. Maj Signe Mønsted's expertise bolsters the financing and insolvency divisions.

Practice head(s):

Morten Nybom Bethe


Other key lawyers:

Thomas Maaberg Hansen; Tina Herbing; Mikkel Fritsch; Maj Signe Mønsted


Testimonials

‘The team we work with is at the top of their field, very professional, accessible, and delivers fast and innovative solutions.’

‘We work with Tina Herbing, and she is at the top of her field. She is very knowledgeable, on top of trends and developments, pragmatic and always gets us the best possible outcome. She is very engaged and always available.’

‘Solution-oriented advice in a timely manner.’

‘Great team. Working 100% on our behalf.’

‘Mikkel Fritsch – Open, direct and honest support and fights for our position.’

‘The team delivers a consistent and high-quality service.’

‘I value particularly working with Tina Herbing and Morten Nybom Bethe. Both are highly knowledgeable and respected in the industry.’

‘Solution-oriented approaches.’

Key clients

BlackRock


Danske Bank A/S


DNB Bank ASA


SEB


Nordea


Apollo


Capital Four


Nykredit


Export and Investment Fund of Denmark


Svitzer A/S


Work highlights


  • Advised Dansk Landbrugs Grovvareselskab A.m.b.a. on a new €1.1bn group wide term and revolving facility agreement.
  • Acted as legal counsel to a consortium of lenders in connection with a multi-currency facilities agreement between each of Danske Bank, Nordea, Nykredit and SEB as lenders and an EQT-owned acquisition company as borrower.
  • Advised Andel on the DKK14bn refinancing of its existing debt.

Kromann Reumert

Kromann Reumert’s banking and finance practice is divided into two sub-divisions – the transactional and regulatory groups – allowing the firm to handle a wide array of financing matters. The large team of specialists handles a range of complex financing structures, spanning acquisition and leverage financings, corporate-based financing work, and project and real estate finance issues, among other specialties. Leading the transactional group are the ‘invaluable’ Peter Schiøler Skaaring, who has expertise in financing transactions, and Thomas Kaas, who is a leading specialist in investment grade and secured lending matters. Jens Steen Jensen and Jacob Høeg Madsen lead on the regulatory front. Other key contacts include Kumaran Thavarajah, and new hire Peter Kirkehei Qvist, who joined in October 2023 from Gorrissen Federspiel.

Practice head(s):

Peter Schiøler Skaaring; Thomas Kaas; Jens Steen Jensen; Jacob Høeg Madsen


Other key lawyers:

Kumaran Thavarajah; Peter Kirkehei Qvist; Jens Blomgren-Hansen


Testimonials

‘Kromann Reumert’s banking and finance team is second to none in Denmark. They are highly skilled lawyers, hands-on, and very commercial in their approach.’

‘Thomas Kaas is extremely experienced in finance and always open to inputs and different angles. He goes very far to make himself available for us as clients, and you have the sense that you are the most important client.’

‘Kumaran Thavarajah is always available and very commercial and pragmatic in his approach.’

‘I have the sense that Kromann Reumert is a very collaborative place with a strong culture, both in terms of clients but also internally in Kromann Reumert. I sense a lot of integrity, humbleness and competency that leads to good and open dialogues, and multiple inputs from various people and seniorities – which ultimately has led to good results.’

‘Jacob Høeg Madsen is very knowledgeable and with a good network and sense of the commercial sweet spot working with institutional investors. Like the rest of Kromann Reumert, he is a very open-minded, positive, friendly and competent lawyer.’

‘We have had the pleasure and the privilege of working with Jens Blomgren-Hansen. His knowledge and experience have been vital to us.’

‘The firm is built around strong partners who assemble a team of skilled lawyers, resulting in quick response times tailored to any task. We have worked with Kromann Reumert for many years, and they have developed a deep understanding of our need for high-quality service.’

‘The individuals we work with at Kromann Reumert stand out due to their professionalism, pragmatism, and ability to deliver high-quality advice consistently. In particular, we would like to highlight Peter Schiøler Skaaring, who has proven to be not only highly professional but also extremely pragmatic in his approach. His ability to navigate complex legal challenges while maintaining a clear and solution-oriented focus has been invaluable to us.’

Key clients

Danske Bank


Nordea


Jyske Bank


Nykredit


Ørsted A/S


EIFO, The Danish Export Credit Agency


Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB


Cadeler


Saxo Bank


Per Aarsleff


Pandora


Coloplast


Eurowind Energy


Demant


HOFOR


European Energy


P Capital Partners


Altor Equity Partners


Triton Investment Advisers


CACIB


Ziton A/S


Topsoe


KommuneKredit


PFA Pension


Pensiondanmark


P+ Pension


Danica Pension


Gjensidige Insurance


Tryg Insurance


Topdanmark Insurance


Ekspres Bank


Work highlights


  • Acted as lead counsel to SEB and DNB in a €150m portfolio financing facility for European Energy.
  • Acted as counsel to EIFO in the €2.9bn restructuring of the Yunlin offshore wind farm.
  • Acted as lead adviser to Cadeler in negotiating and concluding several significant green loan facilities totaling €1.445bn.

Plesner

Plesner’s team handles large-scale financing transactions and complex financial regulatory issues, with a strong emphasis on cross-border deals. The team’s varied workload includes advising on syndicated loans, secured term loans, project and asset-based financings, financial restructurings and receivable securitisations. The team recently led the financing for Novozymes on Denmark’s largest ever corporate merger. ‘Star practitioner’ Søren Thyssen Valerius heads up the team and leads on corporate lending, financing and financial restructuring work. Other key contacts include Jakob Echwald Sevel, who is a go-to adviser for complex regulatory matters; Henrik Kure, who spearheads the team’s green and renewables financing work; and Rasmus Mandøe Jensen, who is praised as a ‘complete master of details’. At the associate level, Emil Hedegaard Mikkelsen focuses on acquisition and fund finance mandates.

Practice head(s):

Søren Thyssen Valerius


Other key lawyers:

Jakob Echwald Sevel; Henrik Kure; Emil Deleuran; Emil Hedegaard Mikkelsen; Rasmus Mandøe Jensen


Testimonials

‘With Plesner you can always rely on a close collaboration where you feel that the whole team works for you and try to accomplish the best possible result.’

‘We work with Søren Thyssen Valerius and Jakob Echwald Sevel. Søren is really experienced and provides thoroughly considered advice which is focused to the point. Jakob is excellent on complex loan transactions which require advice from other fields of law in addition to finance. The communication is always clear and the client knows exactly what is happening in the transaction.’

‘Emil Deleuran always provides the best possible solutions that take into account the relevant commercial and practical aspects. We are very fond of him.’

‘Plesner’s banking and finance team takes into account the entire business of the client when recommending capital solutions. They are knowledgeable of new products and trends and often are the first to implement these on the market.’

‘Søren Thyssen Valerius is a star practitioner in his field. Very insightful, calm and focused on solutions.’

‘Rasmus Mandøe Jensen is a rising star and a very tough negotiator. Complete master of details yet keeps a cool head and has a strategic mindset.’

‘Above all, competent and relevant advice. Attention and responsiveness to client needs. Proactively looking for the best solutions given particular client characteristics and needs. Benefiting from long-term relationship and knowledge of our company and stakeholders.’

Key clients

Danske Bank


Nordea Bank


Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken


Jyske Bank


Nykredit


Aareal Bank


BlackRock


Goldman Sachs


J.P. Morgan


The European Investment Bank


Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners


Novozymes (now Novonesis)


H. Lundbeck


EIFO (The Export and Investment Fund of Denmark)


Nordic Solar


Core Sustainability Capital


Citibank


Copenhagen Airports


Swiss Life Asset Managers


Danica Pension


Brødrene Hartmann


Norion Bank


A.P. Møller – Mærsk


Trill Impact


Agilitas Private Equity


Work highlights


  • Advised Nordea regarding systemic flaws in its debt collection system and processes.
  • Advised Nordic Solar in connection with its €300m strategic cornerstone investment from EIG Global Energy Partners.
  • Advised Swiss Life Asset Managers on its acquisition of a large Danish shopping mall.

Poul Schmith

Poul Schmith’s team handles a broad range of cross-border transactional and regulatory work, with strength in leveraged, mezzanine, fund and receivables financing matters; the firm has also expanded its offerings into the venture financing and sustainable financing markets. The practice is led by the ‘exceptionally competent’ Peter Hedegaard Madsen, who is an expert in financial regulations and funds. Kim Rasmussen is an esteemed practitioner for takeovers and structured financing work, and Jakob Bernhoft has expertise in all types of financings, bond issuances and securitisation mandates. Flemming Pristed is a specialist in financial regulations and spearheads the team’s sustainable finance and investment work.

Practice head(s):

Peter Hedegaard Madsen


Other key lawyers:

Kim Rasmussen; Jakob Bernhoft; Flemming Pristed


Testimonials

‘Peter Hedegaard Madsen is an outstanding legal adviser with an impressive ability to maintain a clear overview, even in the most complex cases. Peter has sharp analytical skills and translates difficult concepts into practical, actionable advice.’

‘Poul Schmith’s team stands out for its practical and client-focused approach. Their deep knowledge of the legal landscape, especially in regulatory matters, allows them to provide clear and actionable advice. One of their key strengths is their ability to simplify complex legal challenges. Their responsiveness and collaborative approach also contribute to an efficient working relationship.

‘The individuals I’ve worked with at Poul Schmith, particularly Flemming Pristed, stand out for their attention to detail and understanding of the nuances in our industry. What makes them different from competitors is their ability to balance technical legal expertise with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset. I’ve valued their clear communication and consistent availability, which has made navigating legal issues smoother. Flemming Pristed has been a standout for his ability to anticipate potential challenges and provide strategic guidance.’

‘Strong and experienced team in Copenhagen, practising both Danish and English law in the same team creating speed and confidence in the practical execution.’

‘Peter Hedegaard Madsen is exceptionally competent in his area of expertise.’

Key clients

Axcel


Polaris Equity Management


European Energy A/S


SEB


Capital Four


HSBC Innovation Bank Limited


Gilion


Ageras A/S


Danske Bank A/S


Nykredit Bank A/S


EIFO (Denmark’s Export and Investment Fund)


Altor


Finanstilsynet (the Danish Financial Supervisory Authority)


Finansministeriet (the Danish Ministry of Finance)


Nationalbanken (the Danish Central Bank)


AP Pension


IFU (Investment Fund for Developing Countries)


Lægernes Pension & Bank


DSB (the Danish State Railways)


Finansiel Stabilitet


Work highlights


  • Advised Polaris Equity Management in its capacity as mezzanine lender (junior lender) and equity co-investor on the acquisition by McWin of Sticks n Sushi.
  • Advising the Danish Ministry of Financing on the legal design and establishment of an investment vehicle (State Wind Holding) aimed at direct minority investment in offshore wind farms with a total investment capacity of $2.4bn.
  • Advised DSB in connection with the 2024 update of its €3bn EMTN Programme.

Bech-Bruun

Bech-Bruun has ‘unique industry knowledge’ when advising clients on domestic transactions, and acquisition, real estate and project financings. The team has also extended its expertise into fund subscription financings and financings in the energy and renewables sector. Team head Thomas Thordal Sevelsted is highly experienced in complex lending transactions, bond issuances and asset financing work, often with a cross-border focus. Another key contact, Esben Moesgaard Ludvigsen, has broad experience extending to acquisition and operations financings, syndicated loan agreements and bond issuances. Jacob Voss Bjerre and Steen Jensen departed the practice to join Novi Attorneys in June 2024.

Practice head(s):

Thomas Thordal Sevelsted


Other key lawyers:

David Moalem; Frederik Benjamin Christensen; Esben Moesgaard Ludvigsen


Testimonials

‘Extremely responsive, unique industry knowledge and insight and very pleasant to work and collaborate with.’

‘Thomas Thordal Sevelsted, Frederik Benjamin Christensen and Esben Moesgaard Ludvigsen are all exceptional advisers, attentive to detail and have a great commercial understanding.’

‘The Bech-Bruun team is very professional and competent with a commercial mindset. Working with the team is pleasant. They can deliver on tight deadlines when necessary.’

‘David Moalem is the most insightful regulatory counsel in town.’

‘Thomas Thordal Sevelsted is very accessible and knowledgeable with lots of experience from complex financings which makes him a go-to lawyer in Denmark when dealing with complexity.’

‘Esben Moesgaard Ludvigsen is hard working, accessible and solution oriented.’

‘They have a profound knowledge of the banking industry in the Nordics and in Denmark in particular; including knowledge of different banks’ appetite for lending and the legal loan documentation.’

‘I have in particular worked with Thomas Thordal Sevelsted and Esben Moesgaard Ludvigsen. Both have been very efficient and responsive to work with – in addition, they have proven quite knowledgeable on cross-border finance setups.’

Key clients

Blackstone Real Estate Group LP


Danske Bank A/S


JP Morgan


KKR


Nordea Bank – Denmark, Norway, Finland


Novo Holdings


Scan Global Logistics A/S


Green Hydrogen Systems


Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken


Peel Hunt Europe Fondsmæglerselskab A/S


Work highlights


  • Acting for Novo Holdings in connection with the financing of the acquisition of the entire share capital of Ellab, and refinancing of the existing indebtedness of Ellab.
  • Acting for a club consisting of Nordea and Danske Bank on their financing of energy company OK a.m.b.a.’s investment in Coop Danmark A/S worth DKK2.9bn.
  • Advising on the DKK6.8bn refinancing of Blackstone’s Danish residential properties portfolio, with DKK4.4bn in the local market from Danish financial mortgage institutions.

DLA Piper Denmark

Leveraging its international expertise, DLA Piper Denmark’s team handles complex cross-border transactions, supporting both investors and borrowers. The team’s core focus areas encompass growth finance, asset finance, acquisition finance, project finance and financial regulation work, and venture debt matters; the group is also increasingly advising on renewable energy financing matters. The team is headed up by Joachim Kundert Jensen, who handles large-scale finance transactions, typically related to assets and M&A. Nicolai Rothemejer Hansen is highly regarded for ‘mastering both the legal and commercial sides of finance’, with notable expertise in cross-border financings across a range of sectors.

Practice head(s):

Joachim Kundert Jensen


Other key lawyers:

Nicolai Rothemejer Hansen; Emilie Meyer Riisberg; Louise Krarup Simonsen


Testimonials

‘The team – led by Joachim Kundert Jensen – is second to none in Denmark.’

‘Nicolai Rothemejer Hansen shows a great understanding of client needs. He is able to differentiate between what lawyers need to discuss among themselves and what commercial points I need to focus on. He is pragmatic when needed and good at understanding my needs and telling me where the main risks are (and where I need to make my considerations).’

‘It is rare to find a lawyer who masters both the legal and commercial side of finance – Nicolai Rothemejer Hansen does that and it makes him an asset to have on my side.’

‘High professionalism, competence, very good cooperation.’

‘The team shows high competence and the communication was very good. When important discussion points arose, there was a clear recommendation on how to proceed from the side of the DLA team.’

‘I have worked primarily with Joachim Kundert Jensen. He is by far the best attorney in this field in Denmark. He is swift, practical, skilled, service-minded and pleasant to work with.’

‘Individual solutions tailored for the specific task.’

‘Very talented!’

Key clients

Kinnerton Credit Management A/S


Elfelagid SEV


Real Danmark A/S


Landesbank Hessen-Thüringen Girozentrale (Helaba)


PKA A/S


Pension Danmark


Ørsted A/S


TriplePoint Capital


Merlin Entertainments


Visma AS


Madklubben-group


Jet Time


HSBC


Ringkjøbing Landbobank


Citibank


Carlsberg Group


AP Møller Maersk A/S


HSBC Innovation Bank Limited (formerly Silicon Valley Bank)


Bank of New York Mellon


LTG Rail


Vækstfonden


Pemberton


Axa Insurance


BlackRock


Amber Infrastructure Partners


Viabill A/S


Aviva Investors


Avida Finans AB


McBride


UniCredit AG


Natixis Coficiné S.A.


Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A.


Hercules Capital


JP Morgan


GomSpace A/S


Turf Tank ApS


Solita Oy


Heimdal Nordic ApS


Deutsche Bank


Abrdn plc K


ronhusene Blue ApS


Avenue Capital


Work highlights


  • Assisted Motion Acquisition Limited (Merlin Entertainments) and its affiliates, in respect of Danish law matters in connection with the offering of €700m (in aggregate principal amount) senior secured notes.
  • Acted for Deutsche Bank concerning a €20m term loan agreement to Dixa ApS.

Horten

Horten’s key strengths lie in cross-border financings, particularly acquisition finance work, across the real estate, energy and infrastructure sectors; the team is instructed by domestic and international banks, syndicate members and private equity lenders. The practice is jointly led by Lars Lüneborg and Claus Bennetsen; Lüneborg focuses on multijurisdictional syndicated lendings, leveraged finance work and restructurings, while Bennetsen has extensive experience in cross-border financings, fund restructurings and tender offers.

Practice head(s):

Lars Lüneborg; Claus Bennetsen


Other key lawyers:

Morten Brun Winkelmann


Testimonials

‘Outstanding client insight – commercially intelligent – highly skilled team.’

‘Horten has an excellent team within Banking & finance. They are all highly skilled and very pleasant and respectful people to work with.’

‘The team is very knowledgeable in regulatory law and able to present complex issues in a concise and easy-to-understand manner.’

‘Lars Lüneborg has in-depth industry knowledge and is also great for strategy. Morten Brun Winkelmann is responsive and quick to put things together. Nice to work with this team!’

‘Claus Bennetsen – experienced, wise, excellent judgement, firm in his views.’

‘We have worked with Claus Bennetsen as a partner and Morten Brun Winkelmann as a junior associate. Both have delivered their services professionally and expediently.’

‘Lars Lüneborg is among the best in DK in advising on all aspects of financing His understanding of market trends and our specific way of working makes him the obvious choice when it comes to representation.’

‘Lars Lüneborg is always available, a good communicator of complex matters and takes great responsibility for the cases he is trusted with.’

Key clients

Morgan Stanley


BNP Paribas


Barclays Bank


Nomura Bank


Polaris Private Equity


Carlsberg Byen


Capital One


Adelis Equity


Intertrust


Vinga Corporate Finance


Maj Invest Equity


Cinven


The Danish Growth Fund


HeLaBa


Better Energy


Contour Group


Catacap Private Equity


Klarna Bank


TF Bank


Vivonio Furniture Group


Lunar Bank


Commerzbank


Capidea Private Equity


Work highlights


  • Assisting Morgan Stanley with its €3.9bn full financing of the public-to-private tender offer by listed German company Deutsche Börse AG.
  • Assisting OakNorth Bank plc with providing a £22m loan to Danish premium restaurant group Sticks ‘n’ Sushi.
  • Assisting Bank Polska Kasa Opiecki and mBank on the financing of the acquisition of football merchandise business Unisport Holding by Gol Group sponsored by Innova 7 and EBRD.

Moalem Weitemeyer

Moalem Weitemeyer’s team is well equipped to handle a broad range of banking and finance matters, including project financings, bond issues and regulatory matters. The team also leverages close ties with the firm’s M&A team to advise on complex acquisition financing mandates, which forms a bedrock of the practice’s work. Morten Krogsgaard, who joined from Bech-Bruun in October 2023, leads the team and has extensive expertise in syndicated and private debt transactions.

Practice head(s):

Morten Krogsgaard


Testimonials

‘Morten Krogsgaard has extensive experience with banking and finance law, coupled with a strong commercial acumen. He can consistently identify effective solutions to complex challenges.’

‘The team we worked with responded promptly and remained attentive throughout.’

‘We like the openminded and pragmatic approach.’

‘We use Morten Krogsgaard and have worked with Morten for many years. Morten’s work is cost effective, so we focus on the value adding changes.’

Key clients

DNB Bank


Valedo Partners


Danske Andelskassers Bank A/S


Vinga Corporate Finance


Polaris Private Equity


DSV A/S


Dampskibsselskabet NORDEN A/S


KKR & Co.


Altor Private Equity


Partners Group


IK Partners


KPS Capital Partners


FSN Capital Partners


Capital Four


Luxor Capital Group, LP


Axcel Management


Triton Partners


Quadrum Capital


Sycamore Partners


Cibus Nordic Real Estate AB


Waterland Private Equity


Penta Infra


Fidelio Capital AB


Work highlights


  • Acted as Danish counsel to DNB Bank ASA in connection with a facilities agreement for senior secured green loan facilities of up to €550m.
  • Acted as Danish counsel to Société Générale in connection with facility agreements for ECA-backed green term loan facilities of up to €435m.
  • Represented DSV A/S in the structuring of its €4bn EMTN programme for 2024.

Magnusson Denmark

Acting for both domestic and international clients, Magnusson Denmark’s team has strength in bilateral and syndicated loans, restructurings and financial regulations. Managing partner Sam Jalaei heads up the team and leverages his corporate and capital markets expertise to offer a broad range of banking and finance services.

Practice head(s):

Sam Jalaei


Testimonials

‘Sam Jalaei stands out in the legal landscape due to his exceptional expertise across multiple disciplines, with a particular focus on corporate & M&A and capital markets. His ability to seamlessly navigate complex legal frameworks, combined with a deep understanding of both local and international markets, makes him a trusted partner for high-stakes corporate transactions.’

‘Their team is unique, not just because they’re experts in cross-border transactions—though they are—but because they have a personal touch. The way they handled our needs felt less like we were just clients and more like they were real partners in our business.’

‘Sam Jalaei, the managing partner, is someone who stands out for his energy, calm under pressure, and his ability to guide us through some very tricky deals without ever feeling like we were lost.’

‘Sam Jalaei is, without a doubt, one of the most impressive legal minds I’ve worked with. He’s not just another lawyer—he’s a true problem solver. What makes Sam stand out is his ability to stay calm and composed, even when things get intense.’

‘What I value in Sam Jalaei is how pragmatic and responsive he is. He doesn’t just give you legal advice, he gives you practical solutions that you can act on immediately. It’s that commercial mindset combined with his legal expertise that makes him so effective.’

‘Every engagement is approached with a strong emphasis on building lasting relationships, offering personalised advice, and being accessible throughout the entire process. This creates a level of trust and transparency that is hard to find elsewhere.’

‘Sam Jalaei stands out. He offers prompt practical advice and is fantastic to work with. Sam goes above and beyond for his clients.’

Key clients

Plixxent GmbH


CEWE Denmark ApS


ViaBill Tech A/S


Aksio Partners


Konica Minolta


Bimas Bike Motorcycle Industry and Trading Joint Stock Company


Atradius


The Binding Site


BlackWood Venture Fund


The Venture City


ZEEKR EU B.V.


Collaborate Advice


Trespa International


Bondora Group AS


GF Money Consumer Finance Denmark ApS (GF Money)


Nichols Portland Inc


Rover Group Inc


GGW Group GmbH


Allegion


Work highlights


  • Advised Viabill A/S on a combined loan and credit facility and asset transfer agreement along with an investment by UK-based investment fund, Fasanara Capital of €48m and Aion Bank of €125m.
  • Advised Allegion plc on a contemplated acquisition of 100% of the share capital of Danish SaaS company, ProMark A/S and also advised on the financing  and regulatory parts of the deal.
  • Advised Bondora AS on entering the Danish market for consumer loan business including legal advice on regulation of financial companies and consumer lending businesses in Denmark.

Schjødt Advokatpartnerselskab

With a strong cross-Nordic presence, Schjødt Advokatpartnerselskab’s team handles cross-border refinancing packages, acquisition financings and senior facility loans. Jens V. Mathiasen, based in Copenhagen, is a key contact for investors and companies in the shipping, offshore and energy sectors. Mathiasen has extensive expertise in asset transactions, complex financing and M&A corporate transactions.

Other key lawyers:

Jens V. Mathiasen


Testimonials

‘High commercial understanding which goes beyond the normal advice you would expect.’

‘We see the firm’s strength to be its cross-Nordic relations and approach.’

Key clients

A&M Capital Advisors Europe LLP


TC Loans Limited


Centennial Bank


CIC Group AS and CIC Hospitality AS


Ktt Service A.s.


Navi Merchant


Nordea Bank Abp, filial i Sverige, Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (publ), and AB Svensk Exportkredit (publ)


Orskov Yard A/S


Work highlights


  • Advising Nordea Bank ABP on the NOK39bn acquisition of Danske Bank’s customers in Norway.
  • Advising CIC Group AS and CIC Hospitality AS on a strategic reorganisation and full refinancing of their operations and asset ownership, valued at NOK1.25bn.
  • Advised Nordea Bank Abp, filial i Sverige, Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (publ), and AB Svensk Exportkredit (publ), on the amendment and restatement of their SEK2.7bn financing of Fasadgruppen Group AB (publ), including the accession of Danish and Norwegian borrowers.