Nordics - Denmark
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Intellectual property

GALST

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GALST focuses on the transfer, enforcement, and registration of intellectual property rights, with a strong track record in enforcing copyrights for Danish and international composers, songwriters, and musicians. The IP team collaborates with the M&A team on due diligence in transactions. The practice is led by Hans Christian Galst, who has significant expertise and a history of winning landmark copyright cases, including Supreme Court rulings.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘From the very beginning, their expertise and deep understanding of IP law were evident. They navigated every challenge with precision and provided strategic guidance that was instrumental in achieving a favourable outcome. What stood out the most was their commitment – as a valued partner – to protecting and understanding our specific company needs and special market position, ensuring that every detail was addressed, and every potential risk mitigated and designed for our specific use. Their communication is always clear, prompt, and always solution-focused, but also warm and there is no doubt that you want GALST on your team!'

  • ‘Hans Christian Galst is an exceptional legal partner, not just because of his beyond legal expertise and knowledge of details, but because of the warmth and genuine care he brings to every interaction. From the first meeting, he makes you feel at ease, truly listening to your concerns and providing thoughtful, personalised advice.’

  • 'Working with GALST is a great pleasure. They are very professional in their advice while maintaining a humble and familiar approach.'

Key clients

  • Bjarke Ingels Group A/S
  • Universal Music
  • Actor Thure Lindhardt
  • Rodinia ApS
  • Nicolai Rasmus Vissing Petersen
  • Koda
  • Sony
  • Gramex
  • Den Kongelige Livgardes Musikkorps Fond
  • Blu A/S
  • Forlaget Delta ApS
  • Tipster SMBA
  • Mealo ApS
  • EF Solutions ApS
  • Copenhagen Coaching Company
  • Aqua Manager ApS
  • Navitrans Scandinavia A/S
  • Life Care Holding II ApS
  • Raith GmbH

Work highlights

  • Assisted Bjarke Ingels Group A/S in a case concerning the infringement of its intellectual property rights.
  • Assisted a Chinese client with an IP due diligence of its Danish subsidiary in connection with a proposed listing of EC Innovation on the Beijing Stock Exchange.
  • Assisted KODA with several hundred copyright infringement court cases.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Hans Christian Galst

Other key lawyers

Christian Steen Laursen, Majken Korsgaard