Magnusson Sweden’s banking and finance regulatory practice advises a wide range of clients, including banks, investment houses, fund companies, payment services institutions, and insurance brokers, particularly in relation to regulatory matters. Practice head Robert Karlsson, also licensed to practice in New York, previously served as deputy executive director of the Swedish FSA’s consumer protection department. Insurance and financial services specialist Caroline Landerfors also plays a key role in the team.
Testimonials
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‘Magnusson’s banking and finance team has deep and comprehensive knowledge of the complex laws and regulations on the financial market and offers advice in a broad range of fields, including in insurance distribution and investment services.'
‘Robert Karlsson has extensive experience from both the market and the Swedish financial regulator.'
'Robert Karlsson and Caroline Landerfors provide unparalleled assistance in the regulatory field and the quality of their advisory service is excellent.'
- 'Robert Karlsson stands out for his ability to navigate the complex regulatory landscape and provide clear and valuable advice regarding the views and expectations of the regulator. Robert’s extensive knowledge and his background at the financial regulator gives him a unique position to provide strategic and balanced guidance.'
- 'Caroline Landerfors has vast experience of the insurance industry and offers insightful perspectives on regulatory issues. Caroline has deep knowledge of insurance and insurance distribution regulations and invaluable practical experience.'
- 'The team stands out for its ability to understand not only businesses and the complex rules that surround businesses, but also the views, priorities, and expectations of the Swedish financial regulator.'
- 'The team has a unique ability to look beyond the letter of the law and to apply the complex rules and regulations to the challenges of particular businesses in a comprehensive way.'
Work highlights
- Providing regulatory and strategic advice to the financial services group Lysa Group AB, which contains several regulated entities, in a range of issues, including applications to the Swedish FSA.
- Provided legal and regulatory support to the internal audit function at AMF Tjänstepension AB and AMF Fonder AB, as part of a major project carried out by the internal audit function.
- Advised Fondo Solutions with a successful authorisation application to the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority to become authorised as a life insurance distributor in accordance with the local implementation of the insurance distribution directive.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Robert Karlsson