Viltoft is a boutique firm specialising in dispute resolution, particularly within construction, real estate, and public procurement. Its expertise extends to contractual, corporate, and shareholder disputes, general commercial matters, and labour and employment cases. The team is adept at managing complex, multi-jurisdictional cases across its core and extended practice areas. The practice is led by Peter Fauerholdt Thommesen, who advises high-profile clients on construction and infrastructure disputes, professional negligence claims, and public law matters. Henrik Hauge Andersen brings extensive experience in litigation and arbitration, representing local authorities and social housing associations in large-scale construction disputes. Morten Ruben Brage offers significant expertise in litigation, focusing on construction, procurement, and environmental cases, frequently appearing before the high courts and the Maritime and Commercial High Court.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team at Viltoft put their clients first, and is personable and efficient.'

  • 'Viltoft is very experienced in complex construction arbitration involving major infrastructure projects.’
  • ‘Always on point with the facts and the business context and giving the right legal assistance to the context.’

  • ‘Peter Fauerholdt Thommesen is a logical-thinking lawyer who cuts to the core in an always sensible and pragmatic way. He communicates well and explains the reasons for advice and decisions.’

  • ‘Viltoft stands out for its exceptional team of dispute resolution specialists. Its attorneys are not only seasoned litigators and negotiators but also strategic thinkers who offer personalised and effective legal solutions. Their collaborative spirit ensures that each client's case is handled with the utmost care and precision, leading to consistently favourable outcomes. With Viltoft, you can expect a dedicated team that prioritises your interests and works tirelessly to resolve your legal disputes efficiently.’

  • ‘Henrik Hauge Andersen is always available with a smile and humour as a supplement to the highest quality of service. Andersen continues to go the extra mile for his clients.’

  • ‘They have always worked with the highest standards of professionalism. Our external disputes are normally of high complexity and in that context, Viltoft has been a valuable legal advisor. In the daily work, they have a good understanding of our business and therefore also for our success criteria and prioritisations when we analyse alternative solutions. We have worked with Viltoft for many years and are absolutely confident with the company.’

  • ‘Experienced staff. Good know-how on infrastructure projects. National as well as international. Always available when needed.’

Key clients

  • Metroselskabet
  • Tryg Forsikring
  • Copydan KulturPlus
  • Gladsaxe Kommune
  • Hovedstadens Letbane
  • HOFOR
  • Port of Frederikshavn COWI
  • Realdania By & Byg
  • Arkitema Architects Allianz
  • Roskilde Kommune
  • NNE (Novo Nordisk Engineering)
  • Region Sjælland – COWI
  • Odense Tramway
  • Sweco
  • LINK arkitektur A/S
  • Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies
  • SH Installation A/S
  • European Energy A/S
  • Topdanmark
  • Hillerød Kommune (Municipality of Hillerød)
  • Munck Havne & Anlæg
  • Xellia Pharmaceuticals A/S
  • Municipality of Høje-Taastrup Finansforbundet
  • Schmidt Hammer Lassen
  • Lauritz Hannibal ApS

Work highlights

  • Representing Metroselskabet against Copenhagen Metro Team, the consortium of Italian contractors which performed the civil works on the Cityringen stage of the Copenhagen Metro regarding large claims totalling approx. €1bn against the employer, Metroselskabet, for alleged extra work, delay and disruption.
  • Representing Copydan KulturPlus in a lawsuit against the Danish state claiming approx. €180m in damages for Denmark’s failure to fully implement the EU Copyrights Directive into Danish law.
  • Assisting Odense Tramway in a dispute against transportation system contractor COMSA who has raised claims for alleged extra works and 12 months’ extension of time due to COVID-19, prolonged authority approval processes and other issues.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Peter Fauerholdt Thommesen

Other key lawyers

Henrik Hauge Andersen, Morten Ruben Brage