Poul Schmith

Paw Fruerlund has been engaged in dispute resolution and legal investigations at Poul Schmith since 2010. He heads up one of Poul Schmith’s dispute resolution teams and focuses on three types of cases: disputes relating to authority matters, complex commercial and non-commercial disputes, and human rights disputes. Paw is recognised for his creative and proactive approach and constructive perspective and is in particular appreciated by his clients for being an invaluable trusted advisor, providing legal expertise at the highest level. Over the years, Paw has handled and litigated a huge number of cases at all levels of the Danish legal system and arbitration cases. Paw has been involved in many high-profile and leading cases in Denmark, including the Supreme Court, the high courts and arbitration. In addition, Paw has taught dispute resolution as an external university lecturer and acts as an arbitrator. As head of one of the litigation teams at Poul Schmith, which includes some of the most skilled dispute specialists in Denmark, Paw brings the team’s extensive experience, strategic and tactical skills into play for the benefit of his clients. He is known for his ability to be creative and to have a constructive and proactive approach rather than simply focusing on the law. Paw and his team are trusted advisors and have gained high esteem in dispute resolution. Clients praise Paw for being an extremely qualified attorney who understands the importance of listening to their needs and concerns. He acts and responds to the needs and concerns while considering how best to position them in the court or arbitral proceedings. Client confidence in his and the team’s advice and the cooperation established is very high. Paw and his team provide legal advice at a very high professional level. He has a good insight and understanding of the area in which his clients operate and is an invaluable legal advisor. With a proactive approach, he delivers services that exceed expectations and solve legal challenges with both integrity and an innovative mindset.

Partner, Attorney

2011-2014 External lecturer in international trade law disputes, University of Southern Denmark

2010- NOW Poul Schmith

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2023 Certified arbitrator

2016-2017 High Potential Programme, Poul Schmith

2010 Master of Law, University of Southern Denmark