Bird & Bird Advokatpartnerselskab maintains its focus on IP-related cross-border corporate and M&A transactions but also handles a wider range of corporate matters including private and public M&A, international investments, post-acquisition integration work, M&A insurance matters and capital markets work. Private equity and venture capital expertise is another defining characteristic of the ‘outstanding’ team; team leader Morten Rosenmejer is a key name for such, and comes recommended as ’easy to work with and always trying to find solutions’. Mette Mernø Hans Jakobsen advises private equity as well as industrial clients on large and complex M&A transactions in the Danish market.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Morten Rosenmejer, who leads Bird & Bird Advokatpartnerselskab's M&A group, is easy to work with and always tries to find solutions.’
‘Service minded and understand how to keep a good relationship to clients.’
‘A solution-oriented approach, working at the speed of business needs, and bringing in global best practices and local aspects makes Bird & Bird unique. They would also rate very high on collaboration, considering the unique deals we have been working together on.’
‘Being available all the time, Listening and giving advice as subject matter experts, and speed to action makes them stand out.’
‘The team at Two Birds is outstanding. We relied on Mette Jakobsen and her team for their significant experience in M&A transactions along with extensive knowledge of local laws, regulations, and customary terms and practices. Regardless of the specific functional area in question, we could always rely on the Two Birds team to bring the appropriate specialist to the table to assist in whatever topic was in question. In terms of responsiveness and overall professionalism, the Two Birds team is a pleasure to work with.’
‘In particular, Mette Jakobsen has been my main point of contact at the firm. Mette has a wonderful demeanor, positive attitude, and willingness to push through obstacles to get us to the finish line. Her technical expertise and extensive M&A experience are great attributes, but Mette's commercial/pragmatic approach to dealmaking and level-headed advice throughout the transaction are truly top notch. On a personal side, I have really enjoyed working with Mette as her overall approach and personality fit well with my style and desire to have some fun and enjoy the journey along the way! I would 100% recommend Mette to anyone looking to complete a M&A transaction in the Nordic region.’
‘Mette Mernø Hans Jakobsen balances pragmatism with top-notch legal expertise. She ensures that all details are managed without losing sight of the bigger picture. She is highly available and responsive.’
Key clients
- Axcel
- NTI
- ABB
- Twoday Holding Denmark ApS
- Kiloutou
- NNIT
- FUTURE VENTURES ApS and Bergstedt Administration ApS
- Azolver Holding GmbH
- Unit4
- valantic
- Mason Wells
- MGS Mfg. Group, Inc.
- AL Finans
- Infosys Ltd.
- Kambi group plc
- Les Deux
- Sign in Solutions, Inc.
- DXC Technology
- Adform
- Sitecore
Work highlights
- Assisted Infosys with the acquisition of BASE life science.
- Assisted PE backed valantic on its acquisition of the Danish data consultancy group, Inspari.
- Assisted NNIT with the carve out of its infrastructure business to UK PE fund Agilitas in a €200m transaction.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Morten Rosenmejer