Information technology

Plesner

Renowned for their capability to ‘handle all transactions within the area regardless of the complexity,’ the technology and outsourcing practice at Plesner is well-versed in both contentious and non-contentious IT matters, including contract negotiations and dispute resolution. The practice is led by Niels Christian Ellegaard, who combines in-depth knowledge of IT’s technical aspects with extensive experience in drafting and negotiating IT-related contracts and handling disputes arising from IT projects. Nina Bech Damgaard Pedersen advises clients on all aspects of technology-related contracts, while Michael Hur Bertelsen specialises in contractual matters, regulatory issues, and IT disputes, with extensive experience in complex IT carve-out projects within regulated sectors, such as the financial sector.

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'The team is capable of handling all transactions within the area regardless of the complexity, but they do not themselves add more complexity than needed.'
‘Both Michael Hur Bertelsen and Niels Christian Ellegaard are a joy to work with. My primary contact is Michael Hur Bertelsen. He is always very responsive and gives the advice needed in a very actionable format.’
‘I have had the pleasure of working with the Plesner information technology team for years and and their expertise in the IT sector is truly outstanding. Their deep understanding of both the legal, commercial and technical aspects of the telecommunications industry was invaluable, particularly when it came to navigating complex regulatory challenges that has impact to our business.'
‘Plesner's team is highly skilled, hard working according to deadlines - and most of all, very pragmatical and solution oriented when it comes to support negotiations with the purpose of completing the agreement/deal. I also find Plesner strong when it comes to commercial elements and complex domains.'
‘Michael Hur Bertelsen and Nina Bech Damgaard are strong legal partners to us. Reliable, fair and solution oriented within deadlines given. Including strong on advisory and commercials.'
‘Great team - proactive and highly competent.’
‘Michael Hur Bertelsen is second to none within the field of IT, including IT transactions.'

Key clients

Accenture
Danske Bank
Telenor Denmark
Netcompany
ZeroNorth

Work highlights

Advised ZeroNorth A/S on its partnership with Singapore's Alpha Ori Technologies, combining expertise in IoT sensors, AI, and data with ZeroNorth's technology platform to enhance sustainability solutions for the shipping industry.
Plesner advised ØresundPay on all aspects of the European Electronic Tolling Service directive.
Plesner advised GlobalConnect A/S on the divestment of its outsourcing services division to Unit IT A/S, part of United Shipping & Trading Company.

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