Bech-Bruun’s large-scale dispute resolution practice is frequently involved in complex, high-profile and cross-border litigation, with noted strength in the full spectrum of commercial disputes, international arbitration and D&O liability cases. Seasoned litigator and ‘class act’ Johannes Grove Nielsen leads the team, with extensive experience across US Chapter 11 and Chapter 15 rules, as well as post-M&A disputes, D&O liability claims, injunction matters and all aspects of shipping and logistics disputes, among others. Pre-eminent practitioner Søren Lundsgaard is known as ’a beacon in the Copenhagen disputes arena’ and routinely lends his considerable expertise to post-M&A disputes, W&I insurance, D&O liability and professional liability mandates. The ‘technically excellent’ Anne Buhl Bjelke is a go-to name for cases regarding insurance coverage and liability for damages, as well as insurance and re-insurance matters. At associate level, Daniel Myhre Engell is focused on post-M&A disputes.

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‘Great team. One of the top teams in town, particularly since Søren Lundsgaard and his team joined. They handle a wide array of disputes in all corners of the business world. ’
‘Anne Buhl Bjelke is very calm and collected with a great focus.’
‘The practice revolves around lead litigator Søren Lundsgaard and the exceptional team around him. He and his team dig very deep into the evidence of the case, turning every stone, which makes them very effective in crafting and executing powerful litigation strategies.’
‘Søren Lundsgaard stands out as an excellent and highly experienced litigator. He is exceptional in cross-examining witnesses and in making the right tactical and strategic choices throughout the litigation process.’
‘Søren Lundsgaard is a beacon in the Copenhagen Dispute Arena. Johannes Grove Nielsen has a very strong presence particularly with insurance clients both domestically and international. Both Johannes and Søren are very experienced litigators and Søren also has a significant history as arbitrator.’
‘Very professional and genuine experts in the insurance industry as well as other aspects of financial services. One of the leading teams in Denmark.’
‘Anne Buhl Bjelke is absolutely first rate - technically excellent and astute in handling counterparts.’
‘Johannes Grove Nielson is a class act and a pleasure to work with. He has a positive can do attitude in even the most challenging circumstances. Camilla Søgaard Hudson is also a key partner in the team.’

Key clients

FSN Capital
Desmi Contracting A/S
Energinet (owned by the Danish Ministry of Energy)
MAN Energy Solutions SE
Hotel Holding ApS
Danske Bank A/S
Kevin Magnussen
Gjensidige Insurance
Alandia
Kai Andersen A/S
Danfoss A/S
ABB A/S
AIG Insurance
Danica Pension, Livsforsikringsaktieselskab
BAIN & COMPANY DENMARK P/S
Alm. Brand Forsikring A/S
Frasers Group PLC

Work highlights

Representing FSN Capital as the buyer in a three-digit million EUR dispute regarding breach of representations and warranties of a share purchase agreement.
Representing Danske Bank A/S in litigation filed by a bank customer against Danske Bank A/S on 5 November 2019.
Representing Lindsay Goldberg in a €340m post-M&A dispute.

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