Setterwalls’ full-service banking and finance practice group has a strong grasp of the whole spectrum of banking work, handling matters ranging from bespoke syndicated loan agreements to regulatory issues. The team is well regarded by domestic and international banks for its regulatory expertise and also has notable sustainable financing experience. Stockholm-based practice head Mikael Magnusson advises banks, direct lenders, private equity sponsors and corporate borrowers, particularly in relation to leveraged, fund, real estate, and investment grade finance work. With over 20 years’ experience in acquisition, bond and project financings, Jesper Kuschel leads the team in Gothenburg. Carl Lindencrona is also a key contact, regularly instructed by banks, corporate borrowers, real estate investment clients, and private equity houses.
Testimonials
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‘The team at Setterwalls not only provides top-tier advice but also superb service and project management.'
‘Mikael Magnusson and Carl Lindencrona are the two standout individuals.'
‘Mikael Magnusson is one of the stars of his generation. He provides business-oriented advice and finds pragmatic solutions, but also has an eye to the details in the documentation. Carl Lindencrona also provides business-oriented advice and is technically very skilled.’
‘Carl Lindencrona offers quick and flawless advice/drafting.'
‘Mikael Magnusson and his team provide excellent assistance, great know-how and great attention to detail.'
‘A great down to earth team that's easy to work with and always delivers on time.'
‘They give you very high partner attention in all transactions.'
Key clients
- Swedish Central Bank
- The Seventh Swedish National Premium Pension Fund (AP7)
- The Fourth Swedish National Premium Pension Fund (AP4)
- Swedish Government
- Walleniusrederierna
- Arise AB
- Swiss Life Asset Managers Nordic AS
- Danske Bank
- Banco Santander SA
- Bulten AB
- Swedbank AB
- Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB
- Svenska Handelsbanken AB
- Nordea
- Helaba
- AB SKF
- Bokio Group AB
- Lansa Fastigheter AB
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Mikael Magnusson, Jesper Kuschel