Banking and finance

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.

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Testimonials

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'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.