Jon Palle Buhl Law Firm is renowned for handling some complex and high-value disputes, with extensive expertise in board and management liability, professional liability, and recent mandates in real estate and construction disputes. Co-head Morten Boe Jakobsen, advises on commercial litigation and arbitration across sectors including banking, real estate, and media. Co-head Rasmus Hoffery Nielsen focuses on real estate, construction, and board liability disputes. Asger Bagge-Jørgensen, who rejoined the firm in January 2024, now leads its media law disputes portfolio. All have rights of audience before the Danish High Court and Supreme Court.
Testimonials
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‘The team is deeply involved in the case and has gained a strong understanding of all relevant details. Very thorough work as well as high standards. Impressed to see how well the complicated details are understood and how the team works to present them in a good way.’
‘Everyone acted very helpful and understanding and the team and individuals are very professional. In addition, there is a good atmosphere working with the team.’
‘Morten Boe Jakobsen is clearly standing out in the firm. He is involved in a lot of the very big Danish cases and he is a very bright lawyer. He has my highest recommendations.’
‘Morten Boe Jakobsen is an excellent litigator and very pleasant to work with at that.’
‘The team is capable of handling both large complex cases as well as more simple disputes and has the right mix of experienced partners and younger associates. The partner's attention is second to none and makes the team stand out.'
- 'What truly stands out about Jon Palle Buhl is their dedication to understanding the specific needs and challenges of their clients. The firm’s ability to offer tailored advice that is both pragmatic and strategic has been instrumental in guiding us through complex legal matters with confidence. They don’t just offer legal solutions; they provide comprehensive counsel that takes into account both the legal and business aspects of a case.'
‘Rasmus Hoffery Nielsen stands out as a very skilled and experienced lawyer in civil court cases. You will not get better representation in a civil court case than Nielsen.’
'Morten Boe Jakobsen is a very skilled and competent lawyer. He very easy to work with, very responsive, and provides clear and precise advice.'
Key clients
- Berlingske Media A/S
- TV2 Danmark A/S
- Kyndryl Danmark ApS
- Grønbech & Sønner A/S
- Grant Thornton Statsautoriseret Revisionspartnerselskab
- Dan Gødning A/S
Work highlights
- Representation of two individuals in management liability matters and prospectus liability matters relating to the collapse of the OW Bunker Group.
- Representation of an individual in a management liability matter flowing from the sale and purchase of the Danish industrial company, Gram Equipment A/S, in a DKK600m liability claim.
- Representation of an international client seeking attachment in Denmark of a purchase price under a cross-border M&A transaction based on a claim for damages relating to another cross-border M&A transaction.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Morten Boe Jakobsen, Rasmus Hoffery Nielsen