Niklas Korsgaard Christensen
PlesnerPlesner is highly regarded for the depth of its expertise in large projects and transactions within the energy sector, especially those involving the newest renewable energy technologies. The practice group is led by the ‘exceptional’ Niklas Korsgaard Christensen, who specialises in large offshore oil and gas infrastructure development projects, energy transactions, power-to-x projects as well as dispute resolution in the energy sector. Esben Kjær is a key adviser for international investors and national developers on wind, project development, and M&A deals; while Kristoffer Thorborg regularly acts in construction-related litigation and arbitration proceedings. Maria Holst Levin joined the team in early 2024 and excels in project work and ESG mandates.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Very experienced renowned legal service provider in the Danish renewable energy sector. They have a wide scope of legal services they can offer across the development project life cycle, which is important to us.’
‘We have had very good and efficient support since we entered the Danish market.’
‘Tier 1 law firm with the ability to provide professional advice on all legal matters.’
‘Niklas Korsgaard Christensen is a trusted adviser. Clear communication, to the point, understand the requirements of the client, high professional standard.’
‘Highly skilled. Very good understanding of commercial needs as well the legal challenges. Very solution oriented.’
‘Niklas Korsgaard Christensen really stands out. He is exceptional as a trusted adviser with commercial understanding. He works fast and is available.’
Key clients
- TotalEnergies
- RWE Renewables Sweden AB
- A.P. Møller Holding/Innargi
- Equinor ASA
- Nordic Solar
- Copenhagen Infrastructure IV K/S
- H2 Energy
- Clever A/S
- TDC Net A/S
- Gaz System
- Arla Foods Amba
- TT Netværket P/S
- VKR Holding A/S
- Triodos Energy Transition Europe Fund
- Meta Platforms Inc.
- Dana Petroleum
- European Energy
- HOFOR Vind A/S
- Commerz Real Fund
- Andel
- Evida Holding
- Anesco Ltd.
Work highlights
- Advised Norwegian energy major Equinor on all aspects of the acquisition of the full ownership of Danish solar developer BeGreen, which has established a project pipeline of over 6GW in Denmark, Sweden and Poland.
- Advised Thor Wind Farm I/S (affiliate to RWE Renewables Sweden AB) on all aspects of the continued development of the largest offshore wind park in Denmark, Thor, which included advice on the concession agreement with the Danish Energy Agency and the inter array cable contract.
- Advised the geothermal based heating company Innargi, established by A.P. Møller Holding, on its conclusion of a 30-year agreement to develop and operate the EU's largest geothermal heating plant in Aarhus, Denmark with a value of DKK500m+.
Lawyers
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Maria Holst Levin
PlesnerPractice head
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Niklas Korsgaard Christensen