Information technology

Poul Schmith

Poul Schmith’s IT and digitalisation practice ‘stands out for its combination of deep legal expertise and innovative use of legal tech solutions.’ Jointly led by Tom Holsøe, Anni Noes Westergaard, and Thomas Dithmer, the practice is renowned for advising the Danish government and other large entities on complex domestic and cross-border IT-related matters. Holsøe brings extensive experience in digital-ready legislation, cyber and information security, GDPR, and agile transformations; while the ’extremely well-qualified’ Westergaard focuses on strategic digitalisation, large-scale transformation projects, procurement processes, and contracts. They are supported by the ‘exceptional’ Dithmer, who is well-versed in both contentious and non-contentious matters such as outsourcing, cloud projects, and intellectual property rights. Milena Anguelova Krogsgaard is a key member in relation to strategic and practical IT contract law-related matters.

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Testimonials

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'Anni Noes Westergaard is extremely well-qualified, with a deep knowledge of the relevant vendor market, the public clients, the contract framework and EU legislation. At the same time, she is very easy to work with and always delivers.'
'Great knowledge in the Danish public sector and the relevant IT suppliers. Has a number of very well-qualified and specialised lawyers. Knows the standard contracts and relevant EU regulation by heart.'
'Thomas Dithmer is an exceptional lawyer with profound expertise in IT and procurement law. His ability to navigate complex IT projects, particularly in areas such as AI, GDPR, and IT contracts, has been invaluable to our business. Thomas brings a practical, solution-oriented mindset to every challenge, ensuring that our projects not only comply with legal requirements but are also optimized for success.'
'Poul Schmith’s IT law team stands out for its combination of deep legal expertise and innovative use of legal tech solutions, which significantly enhances the efficiency and accuracy of their services. These technologies not only optimize workflows but also ensure transparency and precision in handling complex IT projects.'
'The team recognises the intersection of IT and public tendering, a niche that other firms often overlook. Typically, we encounter a one-or-the-other approach, whereas Poul Schmith delivers expertise in both domains through the same individuals. This represents one of their most significant competitive advantages in our opinion.'
'Milena Anguelova Krogsgaard has an incredible feel for and communication with her clients. She pays close attention to clarifying all sides of a case, and not just within her own area of law, and her extensive knowledge makes the client confident in her advice and assessments.'
'Their ability to comprehend the nuances of the problems presented to them indicates a strong analytical mindset. This understanding allows them to identify the root causes of issues rather than just addressing symptoms. The emphasis on coming up with concrete solutions highlights their practical approach to problem-solving.'
'What truly makes this team unique is their ability to integrate cutting-edge legal technology with a client-centric approach. Their solutions are tailored to meet the specific needs of our business, allowing for agile collaboration, faster turnaround times, and more cost-effective services.'

Key clients

FLSmidth A/S
Grundfos Holding A/S
The IT and Development Agency of the Danish Ministry of Taxation
Agency for Public Finance and Management - Ministry of Finance
Agency for Governmental IT Services
Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation
Danish Agency for Digitisation
DSB (Danish State Railways)
Banedanmark (Ministry of Transport)
The Danish Environmental Portal
Danish Agency for Data Supply and Infrastructure
The Danish Court Administration

Work highlights

Advised the Danish Agency for Digitisation in developing MitID, a national identity and authentication solution pivotal for the identification of individuals and issuance of digital identities.
Advised Nuuday A/S in relation to securing their compliance program to ensure that the group is compliant with NIS2 by October 2024 and with DORA by March 2025.
Advised Rejsekort & Rejseplan A/S with all IT-legal aspects of their extensive digital transformation project, aiming to modernise and digitise nationwide ticketing and journey planning for all public transport in Denmark.