Commercial, corporate and M&A

Advokatfirmaet CLP DA

As a key pillar of boutique firm Advokatfirmaet CLP DA, the firm's commercial, corporate and M&A practice specialises in corporate law and capital markets work in the retail, renewables and technology sectors. The ‘dedicated team’ is led by M&A and private equity expert Lars Gunnar Aas. For mandates in the technology and internet sectors, Jakob Villum is a key name, advising both sellers and buyers on transactions. Elsewhere in the team, Alexander Lund takes point on private equity and venture capital work, and the ’invaluable’ Amund Erdal focuses on matters within the renewable energy sector.

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Testimonials

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‘Very seasoned, efficient and available.’
‘One of the standout qualities of CLP's Commercial, Corporate, and M&A practice is the team's exceptional availability and responsiveness. They work as true partners, offering valuable insights on peripheral matters that enhance the overall outcome.’
‘Amund Erdal has deep knowledge, clear communication, and meticulous attention to detail which makes him an invaluable partner.'
‘Efficient and commercial. No surprises in time spent.’
‘Very dedicated team in M&A practice, client-oriented, ability to resolve the complex situation, propose creative solutions and set the right tone for the negotiations with the counterparty.’
‘Amund Erdal has demonstrated a great ability to understand complex issues in a culturally diverse M&A environment. He was ahead of the counterparty's legal team on every contractual aspect of our operation.’

Key clients

ECO Stor AS
Standout Capital
Viking Venture
Verdane Capital
Sojitz Corporation
Teleplan Globe AS
eSmart Systems AS
Commeo Holding AS
EV Private Equity
Å Energi
Arendals Fossekompani ASA
General Oceans AS
Credo Partners
Hofseth International AS
Volue ASA
Samarbeidende Sparebanker AS

Work highlights

Advised ECO Stor AS and its existing shareholders, most notably Å Energi Invest AS, in connection with an investment in ECO Stor's first life business by Brookfields' backed X-Elio and Nature Infrastructure Capita.
Advised Climate Fund Managers B.V. in its $102m investment in Release Solar AS, a subsidiary of OSE-listed Scatec.
Advised Teleplan Globe AS on its acquisition of UK-based Forsberg Holdings Limited.

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