Construction

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton Advokat KB

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton Advokat KB’s construction group continues to be involved in major contentious and non-contentious matters concerning energy, industrial, and infrastructure projects as well as commercial and residential buildings. Nicklas Björklund has more than 20 years’ construction law experience, spanning both transactional and contentious matters. He leads the team alongside managing partner Mattias Wittgren, who has considerable experience handling large-scale commercial and infrastructure projects as well as construction disputes concerning shopping malls and infrastructure projects. Marcus Munk plays a central role in the team, advising construction companies, consultants, and agencies on a wide range of real estate projects. Senior associates Johan Wedsberg, Karl-Johan Alvarsson, Lukas Rozenau, and Lovisa Perneryd are also all key contacts.

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Testimonials

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‘Kilpatrick has a unique ability to put together a strong team in any situation. They are well staffed and broad yet equipped with a rare depth of knowledge and experience.’
‘Mattias Wittgren has an outstanding ability to translate the legal framework into practical decisions and to deliver results, resulting in great value for work done.’
‘Nicklas Björklund’s many years of experience and great commercial understanding make him an excellent lawyer and my preferred choice. Senior associate Jens Fallgren is easy to work with and he has delivered above my expectations.’
‘I would particularly like to highlight lawyer Johan Wedsberg, who stands out with his exceptional skill and deep knowledge of construction law.'
'Mattias Wittgren's seniority and weight in discussions add significant value to our dialogue. His credibility and expertise in construction law are truly outstanding, possessing a level of competence that few can match in this complex field. His ability to navigate difficult legal questions with confidence and insight makes him an invaluable resource.'
‘Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton Advokat KB has outstanding expertise in construction law and offers balanced advice, as they represent both contractors and developers. In my collaborations with the firm, I have always been very satisfied with their deliveries, where the dialogue is both cordial and helpful without compromising professionalism.'
‘The team has deep legal and technical knowledge.'
'Lukas Rozenau is a true star in labour law, particularly regarding the developer's responsibility for the work environment. Despite his young age, he demonstrates a seniority and maturity in his work that is impressive. Lukas combines a deep understanding of the nuances of labour law with a proactive and engaged approach, making him a key person on our team.'

Key clients

AB Gavlegårdarna
Akademiska Hus
AMF Pensionsförsäkring/Fastigheter AB
Armada Fastigheter
Bonnier Fastigheter AB
Byggherrarna
Campus Roslagen
Comsa S.A.U.
Coor Service Management
DEME Environmental Contractors N.V.
ENA Energi AB
Forenom
Genova Property Group
Granitor (Midroc)
Hochtief Infrastructure GmbH, Tyskland Sverige Filial
Infrakraft Sverige AB
Intea Fastigheter AB (publ)
Komatsu Forest AB
Nordic Railway Construction Sverige AB
Norrtälje kommun (Norrtälje municipality)
Rikshem AB (publ)
Rover Group Sweden
Skolfastigheter i Stockholm (SISAB)
Trophi Fastighets AB
Tornberget Fastighetsförvaltning
Torrescamara
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield
YIT Sverige AB

Work highlights

Acted as legal advisors to Intea Fastigheter AB (publ) in SEK1.6bn worth of construction projects including custody, prison, and police stations in the cities of Örebro, Kristianstad and Härnösand.
Acted as legal construction advisers and counsel to Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield in the Mall of Scandinavia project in a dispute against the constructor.
Acting as permanent advisers to the Swedish Construction Clients’ Forum.

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