Nordics - Denmark

Gorrissen Federspiel

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Gorrissen Federspiel’s corporate, commercial and M&A team is noted by clients for ‘its blend of traditional expertise and modern adaptability’ and advises Danish and multinational companies, private equity funds and large family offices on acquisitions, mergers, disposals, corporate restructurings, management buyouts and compliance work. Based out of Copenhagen, Rikke Schiøtt Petersen, Anders Ørjan Jensen and Anders Peter G Christoffersen collectively lead the team: Peterson is highly skilled in public M&A and capital markets work, Jensen advises Danish and international clients on capital market transactions, M&A and securities work, and Christoffersen is a key contact for investments in companies, contract management issues and incentive schemes within M&A. Elsewhere in the group, Klaus Søgaard is well-known for his participation in IPOs and capital increases, as well as assisting listed companies with complex M&A transactions and takeover bids. Mikael Philip Schmidt lends his expertise to M&A transactions, structured processes and PE-driven transactions.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Gorrissen Federspiel's practice stands out for its blend of traditional expertise and modern adaptability. Anders Peter G. Christoffersen and the team bring a unique perspective, making them a reliable choice.'
  • 'Working with the Gorrissen Federspiel team has been a solid experience. Anders Peter G. Christoffersen, in particular, has consistently offered reliable advice. He understands our business and is straightforward in his approach. It's good to have him on board.'
  • 'I have mainly worked with Charlotte Thorsen and Gitte Dehn Lansner. Both have been outstanding. Great technically. Willing to roll up their sleeves and do the drafting when needed. Patient. Flexible but no pushovers in the deal-room. I have been particularly impressed with their willingness to give partner attention to my matters.'

Key clients

  • Chr. Hansen Holding A/S
  • Nordea Group
  • Novo Nordisk
  • AP Møller-Mærsk
  • Noble Corporation (Maersk Drilling)
  • Schibsted
  • Grundfos Foundation
  • Verdane
  • Vækstpartner Kapital
  • GN Store Nord
  • CataCap
  • Solstra Investments
  • Aquaporin
  • RiskPoint Group
  • Deloitte
  • Vestas Wind Systems
  • Lyreco SAS
  • Novo Holdings
  • Danfoss
  • Matas
  • Clipper Group
  • Cadeler
  • Salling Group
  • Danish Crown

Work highlights

  • Advising Chr. Hansen Holding A/S in connection with its $25bn merger with Denmark-based biosolutions company Novozymes A/S.
  • Advised major Swedish telecoms company Telia Company AB in connection with the sale of its Danish operations and network assets to Norlys.
  • Advising Denmark-listed global transport and logistics conglomerate A.P. Moller - Maersk in connection with the $685m divestment of Maersk Supply Service to A.P. Moller Holding, the parent company of the A.P. Moller Group.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.

Klaus Søgaard

Klaus Søgaard

Hall of fameGorrissen Federspiel

In recent years, Klaus Søgaard has concentrated his legal work on listed companies, specialising in the work as a chairman and as an adviser on securities law issues. Klaus presides at the general meetings in a number of the biggest Danish companies, including Novo Nordisk, Vestas, Danske Bank, FLS, Tryg and GN Store Nord A/S. Over the years, he has handled general meetings with substantial conflicts. He also advises the listed companies about the disclosure requirements applicable to them.

Leading individuals

Anders Ørjan Jensen

Anders Ørjan Jensen

Gorrissen Federspiel

Anders Ørjan Jensen is co-head of the firm's Corporate M&A and Capital Markets group and advises international and domestic clients on securities and corporate law matters, focusing primarily on capital market transactions, mergers & acquisitions and securities law advice. Anders also advises on corporate governance matters, management incentive programs and corporate reorganizations.

Next Generation Partners

Mikael Philip Schmidt

Mikael Philip Schmidt

Gorrissen Federspiel

Mikael Philip Schmidt advises on securities law issues and M&A.Within securities law, his focus is the general disclosure requirements, IPOs and direct issues. The Danish market is Mikael's primary focus, but he also often provides assistance in foreign transactions. Mikael has been involved in a large number of major Danish IPOs and public issues and is the author of the book Prospektretten (prospectus law). Mikael also has extensive experience with all aspects of M&A transactions, including structured processes, PE-driven transactions, drafting and negotiation of transaction documentation and the subsequent legal work with the operation of the company. Finally, Mikael advises on all aspects of business law issues, general company law and company formation.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Rikke Schiøtt Petersen, Anders Ørjan Jensen, Anders Peter G. Christoffersen

Other key lawyers

Niels Bang, Charlotte Thorsen, Mikael Philip Schmidt, Klaus Søgaard, Andreas Høymann Hertel, Gitte Dehn Lansner