Gorrissen Federspiel’s environment team is comprised of energy and infrastructure, litigation, and real estate experts, and is particularly renowned for its work involving the environmental issues arising from energy project developments and transactions, corporate transactions and real estate mandates. Leading the team is Lotte Eskesen, who regularly handles the environmental aspects of major renewable energy wind and solar projects, and Hans-Peter Jorgensen, who has over 30 years' experience in complex real estate matters and the related environmental implications.
Testimonials
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‘The team in Aarhus is hard-working and to the point. Very good at thinking on their feet.’
‘Lotte Eskesen is simply a very good lawyer. She has a sincere interest in her cases, she has a very broad understanding of the law, and she is extremely efficient. The same goes for Hanne Jespersen Hansen who has a down-to-earth, pragmatic an solution-oriented approach to cases.’
‘Gorrissen Federspiel’s environmental practice stands out for its multidisciplinary team, offering comprehensive expertise in due diligence processes. The team covers all environmental aspects of a project, from regulatory compliance to risk assessment, ensuring potential clients receive full coverage of their needs.’
'Hanne Jespersen Hansen’s expert advice on environmental regulations and compliance, particularly her insights into environmental injunctions, has been invaluable and highly appreciated.'
‘This practice differentiates itself through a forward-thinking approach to environmental law, underpinned by a deep knowledge and regulatory expertise. The team’s unique strength lies in its ability to offer comprehensive counsel on both the legal and commercial implications of environmental regulations, ensuring clients not only comply with current laws but are also well-positioned for future developments. Their expertise spans a wide range of issues, including environmental litigation, land use and renewable energy.'
- 'The practice excels at translating the complexities of environmental regulations into actionable strategies for businesses, helping clients navigate the evolving landscape of sustainability with confidence.'
- 'In comparison to other firms, this practice distinguishes itself by its holistic approach to environmental law, blending legal acumen with an understanding of scientific, political, and economic factors.’
Key clients
- Encavis AG
- Vestas Wind Systems A/S
- ADA Green Energy A/S
- Vestforbrænding I/S
- Skovgaard Energy A/S
- SDK Freja A/S
- Novo Nordisk A/S
- Nordic Waste A/S
- Køge Kyst P/S
Work highlights
- Advised Encavis AG in connection with the acquisition and subsequent project development of a 500 MW PV pipeline of solar projects in Denmark.
- Advised Nordic Waste A/S in connection with the occurrence of a large landslide on the grounds operated by Nordic Waste A/S and used for soil remediation.
- Advising Vestforbrænding I/S (VF) on environmental matters relating to the establishment of a new corporate structure to meet requirements in Danish legislation regarding the corporate structure of Danish incineration and recovery facilities and in respect of the planned construction of a CO2 capture facility next to VF's energy-from-waste facility.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Lotte Eskesen, Hans-Peter Jørgensen