Plesner

Anders Hermansen

Anders is a partner in Plesner's Real Estate team. He advises Danish and international clients on M&A transactions involving real estate, property development projects, and lease law. Anders has significant experience in all aspects of complex real estate transactions, including due diligence investigations, the drafting and negotiation of transfer documents, and the completion of closings. Anders has advised clients in a large number of complex property transactions throughout his career, and he has, among other things, extensive experience in forward purchasing transactions, the transfer of residential portfolios and logistics facilities, as well as transactions with a cross-border element. Anders also has considerable experience in company law and commercial contract drafting, negotiation, and conclusion. Anders holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and has studied for a semester at Tulane University in New Orleans, USA. As a foreign lawyer, Anders has worked with Danish shipping company A.P. Møller-Maersk in the US for a year. Plesner's Real Estate team offers specialist advice on real estate acquisition and sale, real estate development, and asset management. The team offers collaborative and solution-oriented advice to both Danish and international clients, including property funds, pension funds, property developers, and private real estate companies, based on a collaborative and solution-oriented approach. The Real Estate team is grouped together with our Construction team, Energy and Infrastructure team, Public Law team, Environmental Law and Planning Law team, ESG team, and Social Housing team, which enables us to jointly provide highly specialised and holistic advice with respect to all subject matters within the built environment.

Benjamin Bunnage

Benjamin is a partner in Plesner's Real Estate team. In his areas of legal expertise, he has specialised in commercial lease law, real property transactions, and litigation. Benjamin is the preferred advisor in commercial lease law, with extensive experience in negotiating, drafting, and handling disputes relating to all types of commercial leases, including office, restaurant, warehouse, production, and land leases, as well as leases in shopping centres. In addition, Benjamin provides highly specialised advice on all aspects of lease law related to the transfer, development, and optimisation of real property. Throughout his career, Benjamin has advised clients in a large number of complex lease matters and has been deeply involved with some of the largest and most prominent commercial lease portfolios and lease cases in Denmark. Benjamin holds a Master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. He is admitted to the High Court of Denmark. Plesner's Real Estate team offers specialist advice on real estate acquisition and sale, real estate development, and asset management. The team offers collaborative and solution-oriented advice to both Danish and international clients, including property funds, pension funds, property developers, and private real estate companies, based on a collaborative and solution-oriented approach. The Real Estate team is grouped together with our Construction team, Energy and Infrastructure team, Public Law team, Environmental Law and Planning Law team, ESG team, and Social Housing team, which enables us to jointly provide highly specialised and holistic advice with respect to all subject matters within the built environment.

Charlotte Hasseriis Iversen

Charlotte is a partner in Plesner's Insurance and Pension Law team. She has assisted a number of Danish and foreign insurance and pension companies, as well as insurance intermediaries, with establishment and restructuring, including portfolio transfers. She has also assisted a number of Danish and foreign companies with advice on the Danish insurance intermediary regulation. Charlotte specialises in general insurance and tort law, which encompasses insurance fraud, advisors' professional liability, product liability, general commercial liability, and reinsurance. In these areas, she has handled a large number of litigation and arbitration proceedings. Thanks to her in-depth knowledge of the insurance markets, Charlotte provides targeted and value-creating advisory services to her clients in the industry. Charlotte holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. She is a vice chairman of the board of the Danish Association of Insurance Law and a member of the board of the European chapter of the International Insurance Law Association (AIDA). Plesner's Insurance and Pension Law team has conducted a series of leading cases on behalf of large Danish insurance and pension companies. The team offers advice on all regulatory aspects, including transactions and restructurings of large Danish and foreign insurance and pension companies, as well as insurance intermediaries. The Insurance and Pension Law team has detailed knowledge of the insurance and pension industry, as well as insurance intermediaries, thanks to the cases in which we have been involved. Our participation in and board work for trade associations such as the Danish Association of Insurance Law, the European Chapter of AIDA, and AIDA World underpin this knowledge. Almost all the regulatory matters that Charlotte is involved in require a multi-disciplinary team approach. Clients frequently seek her and the team out for their capacity to offer clear guidance, clear communication, and a deep commercial understanding of the client's needs.

Christian Karhula Lauridsen

Christian is a partner in Plesner's EU and Competition Law team, and he has extensive experience in the most complex and largest competition law investigations and litigation matters involving cartels, abuses, and damages. Together with the team, Christian was the first in Denmark to file negative declaratory actions ("torpedoes") in competition-related cases and the only one in Denmark to have practical experience with both the European Commission's leniency programme and settlement procedure. According to international ranking firms, Christian is considered by clients to be "top-notch for complicated issues," a "strategic mastermind," "extremely analytical and straightforward," and "particularly strong on complex investigations, where every stone needs to be turned." He "thinks outside the box," "has great business acumen," and "is brilliant, always convincing, and extremely impressive in the courtroom" (Chambers and Legal 500). Christian holds a combined Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the University of Copenhagen and Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, as well as a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in competition law, EU law, and IP law from the University of Cambridge (Jesus College). He served as an associate professor at Copenhagen Business School after receiving a secondment to work at Carlsberg's group secretariat. Christian has served as chairman of the Danish Competition Law Society. He is admitted to the Supreme Court of Denmark. Plesner's EU and Competition Law team consists of highly specialised lawyers and economists, some with experience from previous employment with the Danish Competition and Consumer Authority, the Danish Public Prosecutor's Department, Danish Courts, the Ministry of Justice, the Danish Complaints Board for Public Procurement, and the corporate sector. The team has a conscious focus on both a deep commercial understanding of the client's needs and genuine teamwork while constantly challenging conceptions, methods, and analyses.

Christian Th. Kjølbye

Christian focuses on litigation and arbitration proceedings and corporate and regulatory advisory and investigations, fraud issues, and fit & proper matters. Christian has been involved as either counsel or arbitrator in numerous Danish and international arbitration proceedings (under the rules of DIA, ICC, LCIA, VIAC, etc.) regarding a range of matters, including contractual disputes, shareholder agreements, D&O liability, auditor's liability and transaction/post M&A related disputes. Cases handled by Christian and his team have, for example, centred on purchase price adjustments, earn-out disputes, put/call options and claims for breach of warranty issues. Such disputes have involved a high degree of complexity, as well as expert opinions and testimony, written affidavits and various procedural and jurisdictional issues. Christian was also part of Plesner's Corporate Finance team for many years. He has represented clients in a number of the largest and most complex transactions and privatisations in Denmark. His clients have included the Danish state, large international and domestic corporations, P/E funds and family-owned businesses. The hands-on experience and commercial understanding earned by working for many years with all aspects of M&A processes have proven valuable for Christian and his team, for example in connection with cases involving negligence and breach of fiduciary duties, including the disclosure duty on the part of the seller, and the importance of the buyer's knowledge and due diligence with respect to the target business. Christian is active as chairman or board member of a number of Danish companies and foundations. He has been actively involved in the management and development of Plesner, and he has held board positions in numerous Danish companies, including i.e. Finansiel Stabilitet (the state-owned company taking over distressed banks after the financial crisis in the years following 2009). Christian holds a master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and from New York University School of Law. He is admitted to the Supreme Court of Denmark, he is a certified arbitrator and is frequently appointed as an arbitrator in Danish and International arbitration proceedings. Christian is ranked as a senior statesman within M&A. Plesner's Litigation team handles some of the largest and most complex court and arbitration cases subjected to Danish Law. Christian is a partner in Plesner's Litigation team and is highly experienced in litigation and arbitration proceedings.

Daniel Barry

Daniel advises on all aspects of Danish and EU competition law, and he continues to act on some of the most complex and high-profile competition law cases. Daniel focuses primarily on complex competition law litigations, including Danish and EU cartel and abuse cases, as well as Danish and multi-jurisdictional follow-on damages cases. His experience includes participation in the European Commission's leniency programme and settlement procedure, coordination of criminal and administrative procedures, and follow-on damages actions in various foreign jurisdictions. Daniel has participated in the filing of several negative declaratory actions, also known as "torpedoes", that Denmark had not previously employed in competition-related cases. Daniel also advises on M&A matters, including Danish and EU merger notifications, multi-jurisdictional merger notification coordination, and M&A-related competition law issues. Daniel is in charge of Plesner's team for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FRS) matters. He is Chairman of the Competition Law Committee under the Association of Danish Law Firms and Vice-Chairman of the Board of the Danish Association for Competition Law, and he is qualified to appear before the High Courts of Denmark. Daniel always works in teams to achieve the best possible results for clients. In most cases, this includes both other lawyers and economists from Plesner's in-house economic unit.

Emil Deleuran

Emil is a partner in our Banking and Finance team. Emil focuses primarily on financial regulation and offers advice in that regard, particularly to banks, asset managers, pension funds, and investment funds. His experiences cover particularly complex transactions and contract structures, which often involve cross-border aspects. Emil has worked on several financial undertaking investigations and has extensive experience in assisting with the handling of various enforcement cases, as well as matters concerning breaches of Danish financial regulation, liability, and managerial responsibility. Further, Emil assists clients on an ongoing basis with material projects such as the establishment of financial undertakings or investment funds (AIFs and UCITS), purchases or sales of financial undertakings, larger reorganisations or restructurings, and implementation projects in respect of new financial regulation. Emil also has extensive experience advising on and negotiating contracts for dealing derivatives and commodities (natural gas, electricity, and oil). He holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. Emil is involved in many large projects where a collaborative team effort and good project management are fundamental to achieving a successful result. Clients turn to Emil and his team because of their regulatory expertise, commercial understanding, and focus on providing the best possible solutions that take into account the relevant commercial and practical aspects.

Emil Hedegaard Mikkelsen

Emil is a director in our Banking and Finance team. He specialises in financial regulation and lending transactions. Emil advises financial institutions, asset managers and other regulated financial entities on regulatory matters, e.g., obtainment of authorisation and cross-border registrations, remuneration programs, marketing rules, management fitness and propriety, etc. He has advised large Nordic financial institutions under investigation by the Danish FSA for regulatory non-compliance. Emil also advises lenders and borrowers with domestic and cross-border financing transactions, in particular corporate lending and project and asset financing, including renewable energy projects. Emil holds a Master of Laws degree from Aarhus University and a Master of Law from the University of Cambridge. He has previous work experience from other leading Danish law firms and the European Investment Bank. Emil is mostly involved in matters which can only be successfully handled through a strong cooperation with clients, other advisors and colleagues from the Banking and Finance team and other Plesner teams. Plesner's Banking and Finance team is a leading adviser on banking and finance law in Denmark. We are involved in the largest transactions, and our clients include key players in the market. Our specialists span all areas, including lending and debt capital market transactions, structured finance and derivatives, financial regulation, and financial restructuring.

Emil Jurcenoks

Emil is a partner in Plesner's Litigation and IP team. He has been involved in a wide range of disputes and litigation matters, including regulatory litigation, litigation regarding preliminary injunctions, IP litigation, and litigation concerning marketing and consumer law. Emil is also the head of Plesner's Marketing and Consumer Law team, which provides advice in all areas of marketing and consumer law, including compliance advice and disputes between businesses and the public authorities. Furthermore, Emil has extensive experience with copyright, as well as media and entertainment law matters. Emil holds a master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. He is admitted to the High Courts. Emil also has unique experience from his time as an assistant judge from 2012 to 2015 in the Danish Supreme Court and the Maritime and Commercial High Court (the first instance IP court in Denmark). Most matters that Emil is involved in require a team approach and the involvement of different types of expertise. Clients frequently seek him and the team out because of their ability to offer strategic advice that is specialized to each client's needs, clear advice and communication, and commercial understanding. Plesner's Litigation and IP team handles some of the largest and most complex disputes and litigation matters, representing both Danish and foreign clients.

Esben Kjær

Esben is a partner in Plesner's Energy and Infrastructure team. He is known for his direct and pragmatic approach, and he is much in demand by clients when it comes to complex legal issues. Esben specialises in transactions within the energy, infrastructure, and transport sectors, and his expertise spans both national and international projects. Esben has extensive experience with M&A and investment transactions, including negotiating and establishing joint ventures. He has been involved in significant projects, advising on everything from acquisitions and mergers to development contracts and regulatory matters. His client portfolio includes some of the largest companies in the transport and energy sectors, and he has provided strategic legal advice on major infrastructure projects. His ability to find simple and robust solutions to complex problems makes him a valued advisor. Esben holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and he has also completed an internship at Haight Gardner, Poor & Havens in New York. He worked at Lett Vilstrup & Partnere, where he became a partner in 2001, before he joined Plesner as a partner in 2005. Moreover, has Esben has also published several articles on energy and infrastructure. Esben is a lawyer sought after by clients for his ability to negotiate and communicate solutions in a complex environment that involves experts from Plesner's various practice areas. He therefore works closely with Plesner's multidisciplinary teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet clients' needs. Emphasising collaboration and shared success, Esben's work on projects often requires multidisciplinary team efforts. His leadership skills and deep commercial understanding make him and his team trusted partners for their clients.

Frants Dalgaard-Knudsen

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Gitte Holtsø

Gitte specialises in European competition law, handling high-profile cases and matters involving significant complexity and value. Public procurement law is another area of expertise. She is the head of Plesner's EU and Competition Law team. Gitte has extensive experience in European merger control and other transaction-related competition law issues. She has led some of the most significant merger control investigations involving Danish companies. She is also known for advising clients in investigations by the competition authorities in matters involving alleged anti-competitive behaviour within a wide range of industries. Gitte also specialises in public procurement, advising both contracting authorities and suppliers, often on large-scale infrastructure tenders and tenders within the pharmaceutical industry. She has advised on high-profile procurement processes and complaint cases. Gitte holds a master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the University of Cambridge. She is a qualified solicitor in the United Kingdom. Gitte's counselling will always require a team effort, and collaboration with colleagues from the economics team is an important component of competition law advice. The work on large transactional projects in Plesner involves colleagues from almost all areas of expertise and requires a high degree of team discipline, a constant focus on the allocation of responsibilities, and efficient cooperation to secure the optimal result for the client.

Hans Severin Hansen

Hans is a partner in Plesner's Tax team. He is the only Danish tax attorney rated a "Senior Statesman" by Chambers and selected for the Hall of Fame by Legal 500, and his expertise is unparalleled. His unique track record includes conducting the largest and most complex tax cases, often serving as test cases that lead to significant legal and administrative reforms. With over four decades of experience at Plesner, Hans advises both Danish and international businesses, helping them navigate through intricate tax disputes and regulatory challenges. His work frequently involves high-stakes transfer pricing cases, "beneficial owner" disputes concerning withholding taxes, and issues related to foreign loss deduction rights. Hans has played a pivotal role in shaping tax law in Denmark. He has chaired the Danish branch of the International Fiscal Association (IFA) and he served as President of the IFA 2013 Congress in Copenhagen. His contributions to the field have been recognised with prestigious awards such as the Karnov Prize and the Christrup Prize, highlighting his exceptional achievements in tax litigation. Clients and peers alike praise Hans for his deep commercial understanding, clear communication, and ability to simplify complex tax issues. At Plesner, Hans continues to drive exceptional results, making a significant impact on the legal landscape and delivering value to clients through his unmatched expertise and dedication.

Hans Hedegaard

Hans heads our Corporate Finance team, and in addition to advising on M&A transactions in general, he specialises in advising private equity funds and private equity owned businesses. Hans has extensive experience from more than 25 years as a partner in our Corporate Finance team and has been involved in more than 100 transactions, both in Denmark and abroad - but always with an international angle to the transaction. A number of Hans' private equity clients has had a buy and build strategy which, in addition to the core M&A advice, has also required extensive advice on corporate and contract law as well as incentive programmes and shareholder agreements. The many transactions have covered a vast number of sectors, including industrial, retail, it, life science, shipping, financial institutions and automotive. Hans' career originally started in our Insolvency Law and Restructuring team, and he has therefore also carved out a special niche in advising on matters involving M&A in relation to distressed assets. Hans holds a master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. Hans is admitted to the High Court of Denmark. The transactions Hans and his team have been involved in have more or less without exception involved multidisciplinary and multinational teams of advisors. This requires great project management and straightforward legal advice - always combined with an understanding of the commercial realities of the transaction. We always strive to deliver this. Plesner is market leading in Denmark within M&A, typically advising clients on midsize to large-scale mergers, acquisitions, and investments. We have extensive experience advising private equity, industrial and institutional investors as well as state-owned companies and public authorities. Our track record in handling the most complex transactions, including cross-border deals, is second to none in Denmark.

Henrik Rossing Lønberg

Henrik is a partner in Plesner's Corporate Finance team, renowned for his extensive experience in all aspects of private equity, including growth equity transactions, leveraged buyouts, going private transactions, recapitalisations, and exits. He also specialises in corporate M&A and governance, bringing over two decades of expertise to the table. Since 2001, Henrik has advised on more than 250 M&A transactions, which makes him a key player on the Danish M&A scene. His deep involvement in some of the largest and most complex deals has earned him recognition as one of the top three legal advisors in Denmark measured by the number of transactions (source: mergermarket.com). Henrik's academic credentials include a master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen, an LL.M. from Harvard Law School and a license to practice in New York. His early career at White & Case in New York provided him with significant cross-border transaction experience, which he continues to leverage for private equity and corporate clients across the Nordics and globally. Henrik's leadership extends beyond client work; he chairs Plesner's International Relations Committee and has been an active member of the Harvard Law School Association of Europe, serving as its president from 2013 to 2016. His contributions to the legal field are widely recognised, with consistent rankings as a leading individual in Corporate/M&A by Chambers Global and Chambers Europe. Henrik is celebrated for his commercial acumen, clear communication, and innovative problem-solving. He frequently acts for major private equity firms and blue-chip corporates, helping them navigate high-value, multi-jurisdictional transactions. His approach combines excellent legal skills with a deep understanding of client needs, which makes him an invaluable advisor in the M&A landscape.

Henrik Kure

Henrik is a partner in Plesner's Banking and Finance team. He specializes in corporate lending, acquisitions, and project finance transactions. He focuses in particular on the financing of M&A transactions, infrastructure, renewable energy, and real estate. Henrik has broad experience in complex cross-border corporate finance transactions, with a particular focus on corporate lending, acquisitions, and project finance transactions. He mainly advises banks, pension funds, private equity sponsors, debt funds, and corporate borrowers. Henrik also has significant experience assisting lenders and borrowers in all stages of special situations in debt finance and debt restructuring, drawing on his extensive knowledge of finance and insolvency law. Henrik holds a master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and the London School of Economics and Political Science. He is the author of a leading textbook on corporate finance law in Denmark, which is mandatory reading at the University of Copenhagen, Aarhus University, and Copenhagen Business School. In addition, Henrik has published a number of journal articles on banking and finance law. The complexity of the transactions Henrik is involved in often requires the involvement of several specialist teams. The teams work seamlessly with colleagues from leading law firms from all over the world. Plesner's Banking and Finance team is a leading adviser on banking and finance law in Denmark. We participate in the largest transactions, and our clients include the market's key players. Our specialists span all areas, including lending and debt capital market transactions, structured finance and derivatives, financial regulation, and financial restructuring.

Henrik Laursen

Henrik is a partner in our Corporate Finance team and has extensive experience with large complex transactions across public and private M&A and capital markets transactions. Henrik is among the most active transactional lawyers in Denmark, having completed transactions with an aggregate value of more than DKK 250bn. Henrik has been involved in several Danish landmark transactions across multiple industries, including the acquisition by Tryg of RSA and the subsequent DKK 37bn rights issue, the Noble/Maersk Drilling business combination, the IPOs of Nets, Netcompany and ISS and the takeovers of Topdanmark and Nørresundby Bank. While working across multiple industries, Henrik has particular focus on the technology and life science sectors as well as the provision of advice to financial institutions. Henrik holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. Henrik is a member of Plesner's board of directors.

Jacob Falsner

Jacob is a senior counsel in our Employment and Labour Law team, providing general advice on employment law issues. Jacob primarily focuses on the international aspects and the effect of EU law on Danish labour law. This area of expertise includes secondment and inpatriation of labour, work and residence permits, social security, international private law issues etc. Jacob's expertise also includes the labour law aspects comprised by collective labour law. Jacob also has extensive experience in relation to the employment law aspects relating to private pension funds and he advises on mergers and acquisitions, including insourcing and outsourcing processes. Jacob has special knowledge of the labour law framework used in the offshore industry and also of temporary/untypical labour. At the beginning of 2016 Jacob got a PhD for his business PhD project "Den europæiserede vikar" (in English: the Europeanised temp) that uncovered the employment law aspects of work undertaken by temp agency workers in Denmark.

Jacob Ørskov Rasmussen

Plesner's Commercial, Franchise, and International Trade team manages complex projects and issues for national, multi-national, and international companies in various industries and sectors, including manufacturing, sourcing, supplying, selling, and distributing their products, services, and technologies around the world. Jacob is head of Plesner's Commercial, Franchise, and International Trade team. He has been involved in a wide range of projects and matters concerning international trade, trade compliance, international distribution, global franchise expansions, supply chain, warehousing and logistics, manufacturing, sourcing, licensing, and cross-border joint ventures. He has extensive experience within the field of franchising and licensing, including the drafting and negotiation of franchise agreements and licensing agreements, global franchise expansions, and international franchise expansions into Denmark and the Nordics, as well as the particular EU competition law rules on franchising. Jacob advises a broad range of large national, multi-national, and international companies within various industries and sectors in both Denmark and internationally. He advises international companies on export control, trade sanctions, and trade compliance programs, and he helps such companies assess and address compliance risks in relation to export control and trade sanctions. The automotive industry has for many years been one of Jacob's special areas of expertise, and he has in-depth knowledge of this industry. Jacob works for car factories, factory-owned and private car importers, banks, and financing companies. Jacob holds a master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. He serves on the International Franchising Committee of the International Bar Association (IBA), and he is also a member of EuroFranchise Lawyers, a group of Europe’s leading franchise lawyers. The International Distribution Institute has designated Jacob as a country expert regarding franchising in Denmark. He is also a member of the ABA's (American Bar Association) Forum on Franchising. In addition, Jacob has contributed to a number of international publications on franchising. Jacob is also the author of Karnov Online, in relation to the Commercial Agents Act. A majority of the matters in which Jacob is involved benefit from a team approach and firm project leadership. He and the team maintain a sharp focus on comprehending the clients' businesses and integrating this understanding into the legal work they deliver.

Jakob Dolmer

Jakob is an attorney-at-law in our IP and Life Science team working primarily with patent litigation. Jakob focuses on proceedings concerning the enforcement of technical property rights (primarily patents), including injunctions and preservation of evidence. Jakob is a member of our UPC Task Force. Jakob further advises undertakings on regulatory practices in relation to medicinal products, medical devices etc as a member of our regulatory Life Science group. Jakob also advises on IP agreements and life science agreements, for example licence agreements, research and development agreements and Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs). Jakob holds a Master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. All litigation, and especially patent litigation, require a focused and dedicated team approach working in close cooperation with both clients and other advisors. Our team excels in cooperation. We try to think out of the box and challenge the existing framework while still maintaining the high quality of work that is associated with Plesner's IP and Life Science team.

Jakob Echwald Sevel

Jakob is a partner in Plesner's Banking and Finance team. He is a market-leading practitioner with considerable experience in complex transactions and regulatory issues. Jakob has more than 20 years' experience advising clients in the financial sector and on finance transactions. Jakob advises on lending and debt capital market transactions, including acquisition financing, corporate lending, infrastructure, and project and asset finance. He advises on regulatory issues for financial institutions, oftentimes advising senior management on strategically decisive matters, and he also has substantial experience assisting lenders and borrowers in all stages of work-outs and debt restructurings. Jakob has worked with a broad range of clients within the financial sector. He advises international and domestic financial institutions, corporations, direct lending funds, private equity funds, and government bodies. Jakob has a particular focus on institutional investors, including Danish pension funds. Jakob holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and has studied at the University of Massachusetts and Duke University School of Law. Jakob also holds a Master of Business Administration from Copenhagen Business School. Jakob's involvement in most matters necessitates teamwork and project leadership. Clients consistently seek out Jakob and the team for their ability to provide a clear set of priorities, clear communication, and a deep commercial understanding of their needs, including managing multidisciplinary teams. Plesner's Banking and Finance team is a leading adviser on banking and finance law in Denmark. We participate in the largest transactions, and our clients include the market's key players. Our specialists span all areas, including lending and debt capital market transactions, structured finance and derivatives, financial regulation, and financial restructuring.

Janus Jepsen

Janus, as part of Plesner's Corporate Finance team, handles some of the largest and most complex corporate transactions within Capital Markets and public M&A, including IPOs, public takeovers, and equity offerings. Janus offers an integrated, multi-disciplinary approach to international and national players within M&A and capital markets, focusing on takeovers of listed companies, IPOs, and other significant public market transactions. Janus' role centres on ensuring seamless and expert execution of these high-stakes transactions, leveraging deep industry knowledge and a commitment to client success. Janus is an expert in Danish public M&A and capital markets law, with extensive experience in IPOs, public takeovers, and equity offerings. Janus has been involved in many of the largest Danish public M&A and capital markets transactions. According to Mergermarket, Janus is top-ranked in Denmark for M&A transactions based on deal value from January 1, 2012, to present, with a total combined deal value exceeding USD 61 billion. In equity capital markets, Janus has advised on some of the largest equity capital market transactions in the Danish market. He also has vast experience in capital markets law compliance, including the Market Abuse Regulation, transparency-related matters, prospectus law, and Nasdaq Copenhagen rules. His expertise and deep business understanding make him a highly sought-after advisor in the Danish market. Janus holds a Master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and an LL.M. from the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK). Janus is deeply involved in a variety of matters that necessitate a multi-disciplinary team approach and effective project leadership. At Plesner, we never stand alone; we always work with others in our efforts. Clients consistently seek out Janus and the team for their ability to prioritise effectively, communicate clearly, and understand their commercial needs. Our focus is always on collective success rather than individual achievements, ensuring that we deliver the best outcomes as a unified team.

Jef Nymand Hounsgaard

Jef leads and co-leads teams handling some of the largest and most complex Danish tax disputes for domestic and foreign clients. Further, Jef handles complex advisory work, in particular in relation to private equity and other investment related fund structuring. Jef is a partner in Plesner's Tax team, specialising in tax controversy and complex advisory work. Jef has extensive experience in a wide range of tax matters involving both direct and indirect taxes, from the audit stage through administrative appeals and court proceedings, including the European Court of Justice. Notably, teams led and co-led by Jef has successfully represented clients in several high-profile transfer pricing disputes. Additionally, Jef is well-versed in all aspects of tax advisory work related to the structuring and management of private equity and other investment fund structures. Whether in dispute resolution or advisory services, the complexity of the projects Jef undertakes invariably requires a collaborative team effort, often involving other partners and cross-disciplinary expertise. Jef holds a master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and has lectured at the University of Copenhagen as well as on an ad hoc basis, including lectures for employees at the Danish Tax Agency. Jef has also published a number of articles on tax related issues.

Jesper Husmer Vang

Jesper is a senior counsel in Plesner's Data Protection Law team. He has, since 2006, worked with a wide range of cases within data protection law and operational compliance. Jesper is a specialist in personal data law. He has been working with personal data law since 2006. He advises both private and public clients on various data protection and operational compliance matters. Jesper is also a frequently used speaker in the field of data protection, and he teaches day 3 and 4 at Plesner's Data Protection Law Certificate course. Jesper holds a Master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. Prior to joining Plesner he worked for nine years at the Danish Data Protection Agency, where he for the last two years was head of enforcement.

Jimmy Skjold Hansen

Plesner is the powerhouse for arbitration in Denmark and for international arbitration cases involving assets or interests relating to Denmark. Jimmy heads our arbitration team, which handles some of the largest and most complex arbitration cases, and shares a passion for delivering services to our clients at the highest international standards. Jimmy is highly specialised in handling domestic and international arbitration cases, including investor-state arbitrations. He frequently represents clients before several of the most renown arbitration institutions in the world, including the International Chamber of Commerce in Paris (ICC), the London Court of Arbitration (LCIA), the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes in Washington (ICSID), and the Scandinavian arbitration institutes. Jimmy is also involved in some of the largest litigation proceedings in Denmark. Jimmy's broad industrial experience covers renewable energy, oil and gas, mining, M&A, IPOs, private equity and alternative investments, banking and finance, telecoms and & IT, shipping, food and beverages, retail, IP and commercial contracts. Jimmy holds a master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and a LL.M. from the University of Geneva (Switzerland) in International Dispute Settlement. He is admitted to all Danish courts, including the Supreme Court of Denmark, and he is a certified arbitrator acting in both domestic and international cases. He also has experience from working at a law firm in Geneva, assisting leading international arbitrators in handling commercial and investment arbitration proceedings. The team's focus in all matters is to provide an efficient, honest and commercially oriented collaboration with Plesner's clients, and, in doing so, the team draws on their diverse international backgrounds and vast experience.

Kasper Frahm

Plesner has the leading IP team in Denmark. Kasper provides advice and engages in litigation in several areas, particularly within intellectual property. Kasper is a partner in Plesner's IP team and the head of Plesner's trademark practice. Plesner's IP team assists Danish and international companies with large and complex litigations and provides advice on the full spectrum of IP law. Admitted to the Supreme Court, Kasper engages in general litigation and in particular litigation concerning all aspects of IP. Kasper has acted in court cases on behalf of some of the largest Danish and multinational corporations in recent years. He is also responsible for Plesner's trademark and design portfolio work for its clients. Kasper holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and an LL.M. from King's College London. He has published a variety of articles and is the author of the book "Product Imitation Case Law." In addition, Kasper is a member of the European Trademark Law and Practice Team at MARQUES. The majority of matters that Kasper is involved in require the involvement of a large team. Clients seek the team for its commercial understanding and its ability to provide clear advice on complex issues.

Kristoffer Thorborg

Kristoffer is a partner in Plesner's Construction team. He has been involved in a wide range of construction projects (within infrastructure (for example transportation infrastructure (rails, bridges, tunnels etc.), hospitals etc.), residential buildings, commercial buildings, etc.). Kristoffer has been involved in some of the largest and most complex construction disputes in Denmark. Kristoffer also advises Danish and international businesses on, for example, project development contracts, construction contracts and all construction phases of the execution. He has worked for broad range of large international and national developers, contractors, and consultants both in Denmark and internationally. Kristoffer have extensive experience with contracts and disputes concerning deliveries of a technical nature. Kristoffer holds a Master's degree in law from the University of Southern Denmark as well as a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Commercial Law. He is admitted to the Supreme Court of Denmark and is a member of the International Construction Projects Committee (ICP) under the IBA. Almost all matters that Kristoffer is involved in require a very specialised understanding of complex construction projects and dispute strategy. Kristoffer and his team is continuously sought by clients for their ability to reach successful results in disputes and negotiations as well as for their to-the-point advice and commercial understanding. Plesner's Construction team handles some of the largest and most complex construction projects and disputes in Denmark.

Lars Bunch

Lars is head of Plesner's Corporate Law team. Lars possesses top-notch and vast experience in corporate law and foundations law, having worked for more than 15 years at the Danish Business Authority, most recently as a deputy chief executive. Two of his areas of responsibility at the Danish Business Authority were the drafting of the latest Danish Companies Act, which entered into force in 2010, and the latest Danish Act on Operating Foundations from 2014, as well as the Authority's subsequent administration relating to these two Acts. Lars holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. The fact that Lars is the chairman of the Danish Association for Corporate Law further confirms his status as the undisputed leading expert in Denmark on corporate law and foundations law. Lars' list of clients is impressive, and he provides continuous foundation law advice to many of the largest Danish foundations. Moreover, Lars has extensive experience in all aspects of company law, including company formation, corporate governance, national and cross-border corporate restructurings, capital changes, dissolution of companies, and state-owned companies, and has played a leading role in numerous prominent transactions, restructurings, and mergers. Lars has authored several articles and books on corporate law and foundations law, and he has also made numerous presentations on these subjects.

Lars Skanvig

Lars is head of Plesner's Insolvency Law and Restructuring team and has more than 30 years of experience in handling insolvency and restructuring proceedings. He is widely recognised as one of Denmark's foremost and highly regarded trustees, sought after for his expertise and trusted guidance. Throughout his career, Lars has played pivotal roles in numerous large-scale bankruptcies and restructurings, both in Denmark and internationally. His involvement in these complex cases emphasises his profound understanding of the intricacies involved. Lars holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and Duke University, North Carolina, USA. He is admitted to the High Court of Denmark. Lars holds a highly esteemed position as a permanent trustee at the Maritime and Commercial High Court. He is certified as a member of the panel of lawyers appointed by the Danish Debt Collection Agency and recognised as a certified insolvency attorney by Danske Insolvensadvokater (an association of Danish insolvency lawyers). Many of the matters in which Lars is involved require the involvement of legal and other experts from Plesner's other practice areas. Our clients demand collaborative team efforts and expect proficiency in managing partnerships, as well as a deep understanding of their requirements. Our team consistently meets these expectations. Plesner's Insolvency Law and Restructuring team provides expert advice on insolvency and restructuring matters to leading Danish financial institutions. The team also represents numerous major international banks, investors, and creditors. We are privileged to be part of the exclusive panels of esteemed blue-chip financial institutions.

Lasse Esbjerg Christensen

Lasse is a partner and head of Plesner's Tax team. He is a household name on the Danish tax litigation scene and has been involved in the largest, most complex, and most sophisticated direct tax litigation cases in Denmark in the last decade. Lasse holds a master's degree in law from the University of Aarhus and a master's degree in international tax law from the New York University School of Law. He is admitted to the Supreme Court of Denmark. Almost all the matters that Lasse is involved in require a team approach and project leadership, not only within the Plesner tax team but also with the involvement of the clients' daily tax adviser as well as the clients' internal tax department. Clients consistently seek him and the team for their ability to provide a clear case strategy, clear communication, and a deep understanding of the client's needs. Plesner's Tax team is market-leading in Denmark when it comes to litigation concerning taxes and duties. Plesner's Tax team handles the most complex and largest litigations based on creativity, experience, and multidisciplinary teamwork.

Lise Høy Falsner

Lise is a partner in our Employment and Labour Law team. She possesses extensive experience in employment and labour law, providing advice to private, public, and semi-public businesses. Her expertise includes restructurings, redundancies, collective agreement interpretation, working time regulations, EU law regulations, and anti-discrimination rules. Lise's extensive litigation and arbitration experience makes her a highly sought-after attorney for handling employment and labour law cases. She regularly represents clients before the Danish High Courts, the Danish Supreme Court, the Labour Court, and industrial arbitration tribunals. In addition to her litigation work, Lise advises on matters concerning public servants, including civil servants and civil service-type employees. She conducts legal investigations regarding employee relations. Lise is also a seasoned educator and a popular lecturer, frequently speaking at courses and conferences on employment law. Lise holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. She is admitted to the Supreme Court of Denmark. Many of the cases Lise handles necessitate a multi-disciplinary team approach and strong project leadership. Clients consistently seek out her and her team for their ability to establish clear priorities, communicate effectively, and demonstrate a deep commercial understanding of their needs.

Mads Berg

Mads heads Plesner's Real Estate team. He has extensive experience with M&A transactions in real estate, including acquisitions and sales, property development projects, and legal due diligence. Throughout his career, Mads has served as lead attorney, providing advisory services for major portfolio transactions and large single-asset transactions. Mads advises a diverse range of clients, including Danish and international private equity funds, pension funds, property companies, and developers. Mads holds an MSc in Business Administration and Commercial Law as well as a master's degree in law from the University of Aalborg. Earlier in his career, Mads worked with the pan-European asset manager and private equity fund NREP, where he was part of the transaction team (December 2013 - March 2014). Mads has also worked at the pan-European private equity fund and asset manager M7 Real Estate in London, where Mads was a part of the Investment Management team (September 2014 - August 2015). Mads is currently head of the combined practice group encompassing Real Estate, Construction, and Energy & Infrastructure. Mads has published numerous articles on corporate law matters. The majority of the matters handled by Mads require a multidisciplinary team approach and project leadership. Clients consistently seek him and his team for their ability to set clear priorities, communicate effectively, and demonstrate a profound commercial understanding of their requirements. Plesner's Real Estate team offers specialised advice on real estate acquisition, sales, development, and asset management. Our team advises both Danish and international clients, including property funds, pension funds, property developers, and private real estate companies. We have a collaborative and solution-oriented approach to ensure the best outcomes for our clients.

Marcus Elskær Mollerup

Marcus is a manager in our Energy and Infrastructure team and leads Plesner's Environmental Law team. He places great emphasis on good collaboration and focuses on providing advice that is valuable and useful in the client’s commercial and/or political reality. Marcus advises on environmental and planning law, as well as a wide range of public law issues, including energy regulatory matters. He represents public authorities and Danish and international businesses in complex matters, including legal proceedings, complaint processes, and compulsory acquisition matters. Marcus holds a law degree from Aalborg University. Before re-joining Plesner in 2021, he worked as a legal consultant in Municipality of Herlev. This role provided him with thorough knowledge of the legal landscape for municipalities, and insight into the procedures and considerations involved in enforcing environmental and planning legislation. Great teamwork with colleagues and clients is central to Marcus's approach. By applying his expertise and often working closely together his colleagues in our Energy & Infrastructure team, as well as with colleagues in Plesner's Real Estate, M&A and Dispute Resolution teams, Marcus aims to deliver comprehensive and pragmatic legal services and achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.

Maria Holst Levin

Maria is a partner in Plesner's Energy and Infrastructure team. She has been involved in a wide range of energy and infrastructure matters (M&A, JVs, projects and regulatory) involving both conventional energy (oil and gas), new energy sources (biogas, solar, geothermal), and district heating. Maria advises on transactions, project development, commercial contracts, offtake agreements, and regulatory matters. She has worked for a broad range of large international and national energy companies, project developers, PE funds, and sponsors in both Denmark and internationally. Maria holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. Maria is chairperson of the Association of Danish Law Firm's Special Committee on Climate. She has extensive lecturing experience, including from the board leadership training program at CBS - Copenhagen Business School and as an external lecturer at the University of Copenhagen. Almost all the matters in which Maria is involved require a multi-disciplinary team approach and project leadership. She and the team are continuously sought by clients for their ability to provide a clear set of priorities, clear communication, and a deep commercial understanding of clients’ requirements. Plesner's Energy and Infrastructure team handles some of the largest and most complex projects and transactions within the energy and infrastructure sectors. Plesner’s Energy and Infrastructure team offers an integrated multi-disciplinary specialist team to international and national players across a full spectrum of the energy and infrastructure market.

Micha Fritzen

Micha is a partner in Plesner's Corporate Finance team and has extensive expertise in capital markets law, major transactions, and corporate law. Micha's deep understanding of market dynamics enables her to guide clients through a wide range of financial transactions, from IPOs to bond issuances and securitizations. She also provides strategic advice to listed companies and their boards on regulatory compliance and corporate governance. In the realm of corporate transactions, Micha advises both Danish and international clients on complex cross-border mergers and acquisitions. Her experience spans various regulated industries, including finance, energy, and shipping, ensuring that her advice is both comprehensive and tailored to the unique challenges of each sector. Micha excels in managing intricate transactions involving extensive contractual arrangements and regulatory considerations. Her clients benefit from her ability to navigate these complexities with clarity and precision. At Plesner, Micha's leadership and dedication to excellence are evident in her role as a trusted advisor. Her approach combines rigorous legal analysis with a nuanced understanding of her clients' business needs, consistently delivering creative and effective solutions. Micha's commitment to providing clear communication and her deep commercial insight make her an invaluable partner in achieving successful outcomes. Micha holds advanced degrees in law and business, emphasising her dual expertise in legal and financial matters. Her professional recognition as a leading lawyer in capital markets and M&A reflects her status as a standout performer in her field. Plesner clients value Micha for her ability to master complex details and deliver results that drive their business forward. Whether navigating the intricacies of capital markets or steering significant corporate transactions, Micha's insight and leadership make her an exceptional partner for clients seeking to achieve their strategic objectives.

Michael Hur Bertelsen

Michael is a partner in Plesner's Technology & Outsourcing team. He has been involved in numerous IT projects and transactions, ranging from large tech M&A transactions to outsourcing projects to the negotiation of development agreements, implementation agreements, license agreements, and cloud agreements. Michael provides advice on, e.g., contractual aspects, regulatory matters, and IT/tech disputes and has extensive experience with complex IT carve-out projects and within regulated sectors such as the financial sector. He has worked for customers in many different sectors, as well as IT/tech suppliers, ranging from start-ups to blue-chip companies (including many with an international foothold), and holds a master’s degree in law from Columbia Law School (with honors as a James Kent Scholar) and Aarhus University. Michael is a certified IT lawyer and serves on the board of directors of the Association of Danish IT Attorneys. In addition, he also serves on the boards of other companies and foundations. He is a regular speaker and lecturer on IT-related topics, and he co-authored an article analyzing the liability aspects of personal data processing. Non-lawyers consistently seek Plesner's Technology & Outsourcing team for its concise and commercially driven advice. The team also manages to seamlessly oversee and coordinate when expertise from other areas (e.g., employment or corporate law) becomes relevant. Plesner's Technology & Outsourcing team provides continuous assistance to businesses with a specific need or focus on IT and technology. The team provides deep technical and commercial expertise, as well as up-to-date knowledge about new technologies and regulatory requirements.

Michael Hopp

Michael is a partner in Plesner's Data Protection Law team. With more than two decades of experience, Michael has become one of Denmark's foremost experts in data protection law, guiding some of the most prominent Danish and multinational companies through complex regulatory landscapes. Michael's expertise spans all facets of data protection, including GDPR compliance, international data transfers, data security, and privacy policies. He is highly sought after for his ability to manage data protection compliance projects, conduct privacy audits, and handle crisis situations involving data breaches. His deep understanding of data protection issues and his practical approach make him a trusted advisor to clients across various industries. In addition to his advisory work, Michael has played a pivotal role in educating and advancing the field of data protection. He spearheaded Plesner's GDPR Master Class and the "Plesner Data Protection Law Certificate," which combined have trained more than 1,100 professionals. Michael was also involved in developing the compliance software RISMAgdpr and Plesner's GDPR e-learning platform, further showcasing his commitment to innovative solutions in data protection. Michael's contributions have earned him global recognition, with numerous accolades placing him among the top legal experts in his field. He is frequently acknowledged as a "Global Elite Thought Leader" in data privacy by Who's Who Legal, reflecting his exceptional skills in navigating complex regulatory challenges. At Plesner, Michael is not only valued for his legal acumen but also for his ability to communicate complex legal matters in an accessible way. His clients appreciate his clear, pragmatic advice and his dedication to understanding their business needs. Michael's forward-thinking approach and extensive network, both locally and internationally, enable him to deliver solutions that drive value and foster trust.

Michala Roepstorff

Michala is a partner in Plesner's Insolvency Law and Restructuring team. She has vast experience and expertise in handling large-scale restructuring and bankruptcy cases. Michala advises, among others, financial and other creditors as well as managements in the insolvency field. Michala holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. She is admitted to the High Court of Denmark. Michala is appointed as a permanent trustee by the Maritime and Commercial High Court and is also a member of the board of Kuratorforeningen (the Association of Permanent Trustees). Michala is also a member of the Danish Advisory Council under the Danish Ministry of Justice. Michala is a certified insolvency lawyer and a member of the board of Danske Insolvensadvokater (an association of Danish insolvency lawyers). Further, Michala is a member and the Danish Council of INSOL Europe. Many of the matters in which Michala is involved require a team of other legal specialist, for example Banking and Finance, Corporate Law, M&A, etc., and the team is driven by an understanding of the commercial aspects of the stakeholders involved. Plesner's Insolvency Law and Restructuring team handles some of the largest and most complex restructuring and bankruptcy cases. Plesner's Insolvency Law and Restructuring team provides expert advice on insolvency and restructuring matters to leading Danish financial institutions. In addition, the team represents numerous major international banks, investors, and creditors. We are privileged to be part of the exclusive panels of esteemed blue-chip financial institutions.

Mikkel Vittrup

Mikkel is a partner in Plesner's IP and Life Science team. He provides advice on intellectual property, with a particular emphasis on the enforcement of patent rights and SPCs in legal proceedings before both Danish courts and the Unified Patent Court. In addition, Mikkel is the head of Plesner's Life Science Regulatory team, which advises on all regulatory issues regarding medicinal products, medical devices, foods, etc. Mikkel also advises on IP and life science agreements, such as licence agreements, research and development agreements, clinical trial agreements, and so on. Mikkel holds a master’s degree in law from both the University of Copenhagen and King's College London. He holds admission to the Danish Supreme Court and serves as a representative before the Unified Patent Court. In addition, Mikkel has published a wide range of articles and books on IP and life science issues. Plesner has Denmark's strongest IP team and has been a powerhouse in IP and life science law for decades. Since the beginning of ratings, all ratings have rated the IP team as leading in the field. We work as a team, sharing knowledge and assisting each other on cases, which is the only way we can remain at the forefront of IP law. We strive to be among the best IP firms in Europe.

Nicolai Ørsted

Nicolai is a partner in Plesner's Corporate Finance team, bringing over two decades of expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, and venture capital. His legal acumen and strategic insight have made him a trusted advisor to private equity and venture funds, investment banks, and publicly traded companies. Nicolai's experience includes handling some of the most significant and complex transactions in the financial sector. He also advises listed companies on disclosure requirements and corporate governance, ensuring they navigate regulatory landscapes with confidence. Nicolai has been with Plesner for over 24 years and served as Managing Partner from 2009 to 2014, playing a key role in shaping the firm's strategic direction and fostering a culture of excellence. He holds a master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and an MBA from the University of Oxford, combining rigorous legal analysis with business insight to offer clients comprehensive solutions. Nicolai is known for his excellent negotiation skills and strong client relationships. His approach is characterised by accessibility, proactive thinking, and a pragmatic outlook, consistently praised by clients. Recognised as a leading lawyer in capital markets and M&A, he continues to enhance Plesner’s reputation for delivering outstanding legal services. Nicolai values teamwork and the exceptional results that come from united expertise. Leading multidisciplinary teams, he consistently achieves successful outcomes for clients. His commitment to making a difference and understanding what truly matters in business define his approach. Nicolai remains dedicated to guiding clients through critical transactions with integrity, clarity, and exceptional legal insight.

Niels Chr. Ellegaard

Plesner's Technology & Outsourcing team assists both clients and suppliers in IT and technology projects across sectors, with particular expertise in complex projects and new technology. Niels is a partner in the Technology & Outsourcing team and is responsible for our advisory services within IT, telecom, technology, and outsourcing. His responsibilities include drafting and negotiating contracts, providing regulatory advice, and handling disputes in the field. Throughout his career, Niels has worked in various legal areas, including corporate law and board work. He has broad experience, which he uses to handle complex cases efficiently and professionally. Niels is a certified IT attorney who previously served as the board chairman of Danske IT-Advokater. He has also focused on LegalTech and AI and authored the book "Robots Entering the Legal Profession," published in March 2019. Niels is a sought-after speaker and lecturer on AI. Additionally, Niels is a member of the board of Den Frie Kunstudstilling and chairman of the board of Lægernes Pensionsinvestering, as well as a board member of Kapitalforeningen Lægernes Invest. Teamwork is a cornerstone of Niels' work. He values collaboration and actively contributes to strengthening the team so that they can together deliver the best solutions for their clients.

Niklas Korsgaard Christensen

Niklas is a partner in Plesner's Energy and Infrastructure team. He has been involved in a wide range of energy and infrastructure matters (projects, regulatory and transactions) involving both conventional energy (oil and gas); new energy sources (PV, wind (on/offshore), hydrogen, geothermal, biomass and hydro) and transportation infrastructure (rail, bridges, tunnels, ports). Niklas advises on e.g. project development contracts, regulatory matters, offtake contracts (PPAs, GSAs, HOCs), transaction documentation. Niklas also has extensive experience with larger construction projects and disputes. He has worked for a broad range of large international and national energy companies, project developers, PE funds and sponsors in both Denmark and internationally. Niklas holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and New York University School of Law. Niklas also holds a Master of Business Administration from Cambridge University (with distinction). He is admitted to the Supreme Court of Denmark and a certified arbitrator. Niklas is currently the Managing Partner of Plesner and a member of Plesner's Board of Directors. In addition, Niklas has published a wide range of articles and books on energy and infrastructure matters. Almost all the matters that Niklas is involved in require a multi-disciplinary team approach and project leadership. He and the team is continuously sought by clients for their ability to provide a clear set of priorities, clear communication, and a deep commercial understanding of client’s needs. Plesner's Energy and Infrastructure team handles some of the largest and most complex projects and transactions within the energy and infrastructure sectors. Plesner’s Energy and Infrastructure team offers an integrated multi-disciplinary powerhouse team to international and national players across a full spectrum of the energy and infrastructure market.

Nina Bech Damgaard Pedersen

Nina advises on all aspects of technology-related contracts. Nina has extensive experience of purchasing and procurement procedures and has been involved in drafting and negotiating all types of IT/technology-related contracts, including development contracts, implementation contracts and cloud contracts. In recent years, Nina has been advising several prominent Danish businesses on the outsourcing of IT systems (infrastructure, operation, maintenance and application development) as well as management support functions (bookkeeping, debt collection and contact centre). Nina has thorough knowledge of the regulation of outsourcing in financial businesses and contributed to the development of the IT solution RISMAoutsourcing which supports financial businesses’ management of outsourcing arrangements, procedurally as well as contractually. In addition to this, Nina advises on issues relating to telecoms, including the regulation of telecoms operators — traditional telecoms operators as well as small car producers, airports, transport providers etc offering SIM cards or other network solutions to their customers. Apart from this, Nina is involved in all matters relating to commercial contracts. Nina is a certified IT Attorney by the Association of Danish IT Attorneys.

Peter Fogh

Peter is a partner in Plesner's Construction team and for many years he has been involved in some of the most complex construction disputes in Denmark. Peter enjoys working with his younger colleagues in the Construction team, but also with his colleagues in Plesner's Litigation team where he draws on specific competences, in particular in respect to international disputes. Peter holds a master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen which has been supplemented with a Master of Law from London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). He is admitted to the Supreme Court of Denmark. Peter is also a certified arbitrator and a certified mediator. Peter was president of the Danish Bar and Law Society from 2015 to 2021. For the last many years, nature of the construction disputes handled by Peter has required him to draw on the expertise of his colleagues.

Peter Schradieck

Peter is a partner and head of our Litigation team. His practice is solely focused on preparing and handling some of largest litigation and arbitration proceedings in Denmark, and with experience from more than 150 main hearings, including before the Danish Supreme Court and arbitration tribunals constituted under institutions such as DIA, SCC and ICC, he is one of the most experienced and sought-after litigators in Denmark. Peter is also, together with only a handful of other lawyers in Denmark, top-ranked by both Chambers Europe, Chambers Global and Legal 500. He has worked for a broad range of both Danish and international blue-chip companies and specialises in managerial liability, securities litigation, post M&A disputes and contract law in general, particularly with international aspects. He has also focus on construction disputes and he has involved in major arbitrations concerning the construction of the Metro, among others. Peter is a certified arbitrator and is regularly appointed as co-arbitrator and lead arbitrator. In addition to his practice as an attorney-at-law, Peter has obtained a master's degree in strategy, finance and corporate governance from Copenhagen Business School. Peter is a member of Plesner's Board of Directors.

Peter Østerby Mønsted

Peter is a director in our Data Protection Law team, and specialises in data protection law, ePrivacy law and operational compliance. Peter provides advice on a broad range of data protection-related issues, including the consequences of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for private entities and public authorities. Peter's advice often forms part of large-scale compliance projects on behalf of major Danish and international businesses. Peter was previously seconded to A.P Moller - Maersk for a year, where he was responsible for the implementation of Maersk's authority-approved Binding Corporate Rules as well as other data protection initiatives. Peter is also involved in the popular compliance software RISMAgdpr, which supports private entities, public authorities and other organisations in ensuring compliance with the material rules of the GDPR and the Danish Data Protection Act. Peter has extensive experience of data protection issues relating to adtech and digital marketing, especially with regard to the use of cookies and similar technologies.

Peter-Ulrik Plesner

Peter-Ulrik focuses on IP law, including patents, trademarks, counterfeited products, Life Science and litigation. Peter-Ulrik is an absolute leader in his field and is ranked a "star individual" by the recognised international rating publication, Chambers. In particular, he represents a large number of national and international clients in patent disputes as well as trademark and marketing cases. He has extensive litigation and arbitration experience. Peter-Ulrik has a right to appear before the Danish Supreme Court and frequently conducts cases there as well as before the Danish High Court and the Danish Maritime and Commercial High Court. Finally, Peter-Ulrik serves as an arbitrator and he has completed the General Council of the Danish Bar and Law Society’s training programme for arbitrators.

Rasmus Mandøe Jensen

Rasmus is a partner in Plesner's Banking and Finance team with extensive experience across both finance and financial regulation. He specializes in LBO financings, which can involve complicated relationships between lenders, debt capital markets transactions, such as securitizations, private credit funds, and other alternative lenders, green and sustainability-linked financing, and restructuring that doesn't go to court. His clients include major international private equity funds, listed companies, credit funds, and banks. In addition, Rasmus heads Plesner's Fintech practice area, focusing on innovative digital financial services and business models, including payment services, blockchain, consumer finance, and crowdfunding. Rasmus addresses fintech issues across a wide range of market participants, from startups and scaleups to established financial institutions and global card schemes to big tech companies and financial infrastructure operators. Rasmus holds a master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. Rasmus frequently works on complex finance and fintech matters that require a multi-disciplinary team effort, and clients specifically seek out the finance and fintech teams for their ability to deliver a seamless team effort. Clients also consistently highlight the team's deep business understanding and very strategic approach to matters. Plesner's Banking and Finance team is a leading Danish bank and finance law adviser. We participate in the largest transactions, and our clients include the market's key players. Our specialists span all areas, including lending and debt capital market transactions, structured finance and derivatives, financial regulation, and financial restructuring.

Rie Paving Mortensen

Rie plays a pivotal role in handling the complex economic aspects of competition and damages law, managing some of the most significant and intricate cases by both Danish and international standards. Rie’s competition law expertise encompasses complex mergers, particularly phase II cases, international cartels, and complex cases involving abuse of a dominant position. Rie has extensive experience with both cartel-related and non-cartel-related damage claims. She excels at establishing key elements of counterfactual scenarios, handling settlement procedures, and managing court-appointed economic expert reports and testimonies. Additionally, Rie prepares various types of economic analyses and conducts significant investigations in matters related to tax law, intellectual property law, and corporate M&A. Rie holds a master's degree in economics, a master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen, and a postgraduate diploma in EU competition law from King's College London. Rie is the head of Plesner's Economic Analysis team, which consists of highly specialised economists. Integrating economic insights into legal cases requires active collaboration across various professional disciplines. Rie consistently emphasises a strong cross-disciplinary approach to address the complex interplay between competition law and economics, ultimately benefiting Plesner clients.

Simon Krogh

Simon is head of Plesner’s Private Investment Funds team. He primarily devotes his time and attention to fund formation, GP advisory and investor and market intelligence. Simon holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen, and an LL.M. from King's College London, School of Law. Simon has been a visiting research fellow at Columbia Law School. Simon is currently a member of Plesner's Board of Directors. Due to the complex nature of private capital investment structures we almost always provide solutions to client needs in close collaboration with other Plesner teams, in particular Tax, Corporate Law, Banking and Finance, and Employment and Labour Law. Plesner's Private Investment Funds team is the largest and most active private funds practice in the Nordics. We assist fund managers with legal and strategic aspects related to designing, structuring, fundraising, and operating private capital strategies, and assists investors in assessing the legal risks associated with investing in private funds. The practice areas include fund formation, GP advisory, LP advisory, regulatory solutions, and investor and market intelligence. In line with our Nordic DNA, we aim at engaging in trusted, long-term relationships with our clients, enabling us to truly co-create solutions and to contribute to the realisation of our clients' long-term strategic agenda.

Simon Västernäs

Simon is a director in our Corporate Finance team. Simon is primarily engaged in M&A and capital markets law.

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Søren Thyssen Valerius

Søren is a partner in Plesner's Banking and Finance team. He is a market-leading practitioner with substantial experience in complex transactions. Søren has been the lead finance partner in many significant transactions in the Danish market for more than 20 years. He focuses on lending and capital market transactions, including acquisition financing, corporate lending, infrastructure, project and asset finance, and financial restructuring. Søren also advises on regulatory issues for financial institutions, including anti-money laundering and compliance matters, and he has worked with a broad range of clients within the financial sector. He advises international and domestic financial institutions, corporations, direct lending funds, private equity funds, and government bodies. Søren is involved in numerous challenging projects that require a team effort to complete successfully. Members of other Plesner teams are often involved to ensure that we come up with the best solutions possible. Clients seek assistance from Søren and his team because of their ability to provide focused and carefully considered solutions as well as deep commercial understanding. Søren holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. He is admitted to the High Court of Denmark and holds a Tier 1 ranking in all leading lawyer rating publications. Søren is currently chairman of Plesner's partner promotion committee. Plesner's Banking and Finance team is a leading Danish bank and finance law adviser. We participate in the largest transactions, and our clients include the market's key players. Our specialists span all areas, including lending and debt capital market transactions, structured finance and derivatives, financial regulation, and financial restructuring.

Sture Rygaard

Sture's primary practice area is patent law. He is a very experienced litigator and represents a number of pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device clients, as well as clients in the construction industry, tech/software, and agricultural sectors. Sture is a partner in Plesner's IP team. He represents clients in different IP matters, including trademarks, patents, designs, copyrights, and other intellectual property rights as well as IP contracts, transactions, strategy, and trademark litigation. Sture holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and an LLM from the University of Cambridge (UK). He is admitted to the Supreme Court of Denmark and has been a member of the board of the European Patent Lawyer's Association (EPLAW) from 2017 to 2023 (maximum term), and he was president from 2022 to 2023. He is also Vice President of the Danish AIPPI Group. Sture is co-author of a comprehensive book on the Unified Patent Court (UPC) and a number of other IP publications, and he regularly lectures at seminars and conferences. Plesner has Denmark's strongest IP team and has been a powerhouse in IP and life science law for decades. The whole IP team is proud to have been rated as leading in the IP field in all ratings since ratings began. We work as a team, share knowledge, and assist each other on cases, which is the only way we can remain at the forefront of IP law. We strive to be among the best IP firms in Europe.

Thomas Holst Laursen

With more than 25 years of experience, Thomas is one of the most experienced transaction lawyers in the market, having handled several of the largest and most complex transactions in the Danish market (including the Novonesis merger, SAS restructuring and acquisition, and Simcorp) and the market's recent IPOs (Netcompany and Gubra). With transactions worth more than EUR 61 billion and 144 transactions (source: MergerMarket), Thomas is one of the highest ranked and recognised transaction lawyers in the market in both numbers and value. Thomas concentrates on M&A and capital markets transactions. According to Mergerlinks, Thomas ranks as "the No. 1 Top M&A Lawyer in Denmark" in 2023 and leads the market in all recognised rankings of Danish transactional lawyers (Chambers, Legal500, etc.). Thomas mainly focuses on assisting corporate clients and foundations. Thomas' experience includes M&A mandates, cross-border M&A, take-private transactions, IPOs, ABBs, rights issues, and JV/merger transactions. Thomas holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Copenhagen and Cambridge University. Almost all the matters that Thomas is involved in require a multi-disciplinary team approach and project leadership. Clients continuously seek him and the team for their ability to provide a clear set of priorities, clear communication, and a deep commercial understanding of the client's needs. Plesner's Corporate Finance team handles some of the largest and most complex corporate transactions within capital markets and M&A (sales, buy-side, cross-border, partnering/minority, JVs, carve-out, etc.). The team provides an integrated multi-disciplinary powerhouse to international and national players in M&A and capital markets (both takeovers of listed companies and IPOs, etc.).

Tina Kang

Tina is a partner in Plesner's Corporate Finance team. She has been involved in numerous M&A transactions (sell-side, buy-side, and minority investments) within various industries. Tina advises clients on Danish and international M&A transactions, including corporate law matters, and has worked for a broad range of private equity funds (both national and international), corporate enterprises, family offices, and founder owners. Tina has extensive experience providing legal advice in connection with all aspects of M&A transactions. She also has extensive experience with complex cross-border transactions and primarily focuses her work on M&A transactions with cross-border and international elements. Tina holds a master’s degree in law from the University of Aarhus. All M&A transactions require a multi-disciplinary team approach and project leadership. Clients frequently seek out Tina and her team because of their capacity to offer commercially valuable advice with distinct priorities, succinct communication and recommendations, and a deep commercial understanding of the client's needs.

Tina Brøgger Sørensen

Tina is a partner in Plesner's Employment and Labour Law team and is also involved in complex matters related to the Danish data protection legislation. Tina has extensive experience in different employment law cases involving discrimination, business transfers, IPOs, incentive programmes, redundancies in connection with restructuring, efficiency improvements and business closures, as well as senior management issues. When it comes to matters related to the processing of personal data, Tina advises on, for example, drafting and implementation of data protection documents, assessment of employers' various obligations under the GDPR, rules on the control of employees, obligations in relation to investigations cases, advice on personal data breaches and assistance in all communication with the Danish Data Protection Agency, and on disputes. Tina is admitted to the High Courts of Denmark. She represents business clients before the Danish Board of Equal Treatment and has been an advisor in several cases of general public importance, one of which was referred to the Court of Justice of the European Union. Tina is a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/E) and has been an IAPP-approved official instructor of CIPP/E training courses for several years. In addition, Tina is an experienced speaker at conferences and has produced a large number of podcasts, articles and newsletters on employment and data protection law issues. Tina has been a co-author of books on the annotated Danish Whistleblower Act and on compliance for practitioners. Currently, Tina is a member of the board of directors of the Association of Danish Law Firms. Providing employment law advice is not a stand-alone business or just a matter of making the right legal decisions. Therefore, Tina and the team are very conscious of the importance of teamwork and clear understanding of the clients' challenges and dilemmas on matters related to their employees. Comprehensive experience and in-depth specialisation are required in order to stay updated on the increasingly more complex landscape of employment and labour law. Over many years, Plesner's Employment and Labour Law team has continued to develop advice with the purpose of matching our clients' requirements, both from a legal and commercial perspective.

Tom Kári Kristjánsson

Tom is a partner in Plesner's Tax team, focusing on tax controversy. He has been involved in a wide range of tax matters involving both direct and indirect taxes from the audit stage through administrative appeals and the courts, including the European Court of Justice. Tom has particular experience working on indirect tax matters in close collaboration with the clients' in-house tax professionals and day-to-day tax advisors. He is also part of the team which handles criminal and liability cases relating to taxes and duties. Tom holds a master's degree in law from Aarhus University. Tom was Managing Partner of Plesner and a member of Plesner's board of directors from 2014-2021, and he is currently chairman of Plesner's board of directors. Tom is on a continuous basis involved in "Bet-the-Company"-disputes, which involves disciplines from across the firm. Plesner's Tax team handles some of the largest and most complex Danish tax disputes.

Torben Bondrop

Torben is one of Denmark's foremost litigators. Torben has unique litigation experience, having been successful in eleven consecutive cases before the Danish Supreme Court. Torben has had a right to appear before the Danish Supreme Court for more than 30 years, and he is also a qualified arbitrator. Due to his high success rate and extensive litigation experience he is in demand among Danish and international companies, and he conducts litigation and arbitration proceedings in a range of areas of the law. Torben focuses on insurance law and pensions law and has conducted a large number of litigation and arbitration proceedings in these areas. Furthermore, Torben holds a number of positions of trust relating to the field of legal proceedings and insurance law, including as chairman of the board of the Association of the Supreme Court, secretary of the Danish Society for Insurance Law, member of the Board of the Society for Compensation and Insurance (FEF), member of the International Association for Insurance Law (AIDA). He is a former board member of the regional AIDA Europe.

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