Christina Heiberg-Grevy
Poul SchmithClients praise the EU, competition law and public procurement practice at Poul Schmith for its ‘highly talented professionals who possess a deep understanding of the legal landscape.’ Recognised as the ’official law firm of the Danish government,’ the practice also advises both Danish and international public and private clients on matters across the infrastructure and energy, defence and security, and IT sectors. The practice is co-led by Jacob Pinborg, who is an expert in competition rules, state aid, and procurement-related complex litigation; Kristian Hartlev, who specialises in public procurement for renewable energy and infrastructure projects; and Rass Holdgaard, who is a leading authority on EU law, state aid law, and foreign direct investment. Christina Heiberg-Grevy is a name to note in relation to transaction-related matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘As the official law firm of the Danish government, the practice is involved on the Danish government's side in a number of the biggest and most significant EU, competition and public procurement cases in Denmark.’
- ‘Our experience with Poul Schmith was very satisfying. The firm boasts a team of highly talented professionals who possess a deep understanding of the legal landscape, making them invaluable partners for our projects.'
- ‘Christina Heiberg-Grevy is an excellent legal advisor in all matters related to competition law and public procurement. She has a very practical, hands-on approach to cases and is very easy to work with.'
- ‘Poul Schmith's EU, competition, and public procurement practice is unique due to its unparalleled commitment to understanding the intricate legal frameworks and business environments in which their clients operate. Their approach is highly tailored, ensuring that each client receives bespoke solutions that are not only legally sound but also strategically astute.'
- ‘The knowledge and experience continually demonstrated by the team is phenomenal. Regardless if the challenge lies with drafting new legislation or developing new contracts in difficult new functional areas, e.g. carbon capture large scale, the team always delivers.’
- 'What sets Poul Schmith apart is their unique knowledge and expertise in public procurement law. This specialised insight has allowed us to navigate complex legal challenges in the ongoing tender procedures with confidence and precision.'
- ‘They are very service-minded and willing to design the optimal process for a workflow so that it best suits the client's specific needs. Commercial law consultant, Rachel Scheele is an asset and good at keeping order and setting up systems suited for handling and integrating many different legal issues in continuous litigation processes with multiple parties.’
- ‘The individuals at Poul Schmith are not just legal experts; they are trusted advisors who invest time in understanding their clients' businesses and industries. Their stand-out qualities include exceptional analytical skills, strategic thinking, and a collaborative spirit that fosters long-term partnerships with clients.'
Key clients
- A/S Øresund
- Aathua Airport A/S
- ATP
- Energinet
- Ørsted A/S
- Femern A/S
- Sund og Bælt Holding A/S
Work highlights
- Advised the Danish Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Utilities, and the Danish Energy Agency on Denmark's largest windfarm concession tenders, valued at €65bn.
- Advised Nuuday A/S in filing a comprehensive complaint with the Danish Competition and Consumer Authority regarding the DKK6.25bn Norlys/Telia merger.
- Advised the Danish Competition and Consumer Authority in a complex Supreme Court case against German engine manufacturer Deutz AG and its Nordic distributor, DMN.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jacob Pinborg, Kristian Hartlev, Rass Holdgaard