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Torggatan 8
852 32 Sundsvall
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Sweden > Energy Tier 2
MAQS AdvokatbyrĂ„âs nationwide energy team, spread across offices in Gothenburg, Malmö, Stockholm and Sundsvall, focuses on transactional matters in the renewables space, particularly in relation to wind and solar energy matters. Gothenburg-based practice head Mikael Kowal has considerable experience in acquisitions, divestments and financings in renewable energy assets. Jessica Svantesson, also in Gothenburg, leverages her real estate expertise to advise on land lease agreements concerning solar and wind power development projects, among other issues. Cecilia Rossing has now left the firm.Practice head(s):
Mikael Kowal
Other key lawyers:
Jessica Svantesson; Sara Malmström; Amanda Dyberg
Testimonials
âA strong team with extensive knowledge in renewables.â
âJessica Svantesson is always available with a positive attitude. She is matter of fact and quickly comes up with good input on issues.âÂ
âMikael Kowal has solid experience as a hands-on commercially-minded partner who understands the essentials.â
âMikael Kowal and Jessica Svantesson offer unique insights and experience in renewable energy/wind energy.â
âSara Malmström and Amanda Dyberg are highly recommended for M&A transactions in the field. Mikael Kowal has in-depth knowledge of all types of energy-related questions.â
âA strong energy team that is solution-oriented, quick in responding and reasonably priced.â
ââMAQS is well established in the field of renewable energy.â
Key clients
FlagshipONE AB
Rabbalshede Kraft AB
Dala Vind AB
Liquid Wind AB
EnBW Sverige AB
Renewable Sweden AB
Vencom Residential AB
Locus Energy AB
Work highlights
- Advising Liquid Wind regarding a Series B financing in the amount of âŹ15.2m.
- Advising Locus Energy on its acquisition of ten old wind turbines from Windevo.
- Assisting Rabbalshede Vind AB with drafting and negotiating a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Statkraft.
Sweden > Construction Tier 3
MAQS AdvokatbyrĂ„ is well known for acting on high-value infrastructure and energy projects, often including cross-jurisdictional elements, and is widely recognised for its strength in contentious matters and arbitration proceedings. Practice head Anna Almroth specialises in construction contracts and real estate development work, and has a strong background in environmental law. The highly regarded practitioner Erik Kjaer brings extensive expertise in arbitration, which also forms a key pillar of Erik Palmgrenâs practice. Annakarin Skogsberg is a name to note.Practice head(s):
Anna Almroth
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
âThe quality of Erik Kjaerâs advice is absolutely excellent, always quick, sharp, accurate and very, very professional. We highly value Mr Kjaerâs legal expertise but also his excellent understanding of our business, which together gives excellent value for money. Mr Kjaer is extremely quick to understand our questions/positions, and he always provides excellent support with fast and accurate answers. â
âMAQS has delivered professional help and is very competent in their field. â
â The team at MAQS is excellent as it always puts the customer in focus, also their availability and expertise in the areas that we have used the team for have proven to be very good at a cost that feels good.â
âWe have used MAQS law firm to a great extent, mainly in construction law. Erik Palmgren, who is a partner at MAQS, has shown great experience and knowledge in this area and stands out above all in the regulatory framework in which construction companies operate.â
âQuick turnaround on assignments, attentive to customer needs, diverse team, knowledgeable, humble.â
âApproachable, structured, empathetic.â
âExtremely dedicated and well-read in each issue. Holistic approach including both the legal part but also advisory in the commercial part of dispute issues. Always a well-balanced team.â
âThey are very knowledgeable in this industry, and it shows in their approach to all kind of various issues. I have to mention Erik Kjaer, who always composes perfect teams and has extraordinary knowledge and skill. Knows in what areas his team is strong and balances and give me perfect advice.â
Key clients
Erlandsson Holding AB
Serneke Group AB
Securitas Technology Sweden AB
Boskalis N.V
Assemblin Sverige AB
RO-Gruppen AB
Billström Riemer Andersson Bygg AB
Circle K Sweden AB
AstraZeneca AB
Oljibe AB
Blue Wall Construction AB
WĂ€stbygg AB
BESAB AB
Skeppsviken Bygg & Fastigheter AB
Okidoki Arkitekter AB
Eksjöhus AB
Envac Scandinavia AB
Van Oord B.V
Work highlights
- Advising Boskalis and Van Oord on participation in the tendering process for the expansion of the Port of LuleÄ in order to support the Swedish steel and iron ore industry.
- Assisting Serneke Group AB with the ongoing Karlatornet project.
- Representing RO-Gruppen in contract negotiations with SAGAX AB regarding Arvid Nordqvistâs new production plant.
Sweden > Environment Tier 3
With practitioners in Gothenburg, Malmö, Stockholm and Sundsvall, MAQS AdvokatbyrĂ„âs nationwide environmental department specialises in permitting matters, recently advising on the application process for a biogas plant construction project, as well as land contamination liability assessments. The team also handles disputes, recently acting in a species protection case before the Land and Environment Court. Environmental regulations expert Magdalena Persson leads the team alongside newly promoted partner Anna Almroth, who is particularly strong operating at the intersection of environmental and real estate law.Practice head(s):
Magdalena Persson; Anna Almroth
Testimonials
âThe team is highly professional, structured and communicative.â
âMagdalena Persson has a very high competence within the environmental field and she is very service minded and efficient. She also understood my problem and delivered a legal statement in time with solution oriented conclusions that helped me a lot.â
âThe law firmâs environment practice is service minded, supportive, effective and have a very good knowledge of the subject.â
Key clients
Ale kommun
RÀddningstjÀnsten i Storgöteborg
Sundfrakt AB/Delta Terminal AB/Ă kerigrus I Sundsvall AB (Sundfrakt group of companies)
Ăstersund Municipality
Krokom Municipality
PHS Hasselbacken AB
Vik Strand Holding AB
din-X Energy AB
Work highlights
- Represented PHS Hasselbacken AB in a matter regarding a demolition permit for a pavilion, which it was claimed represented cultural/natural heritage values to DjurgÄrden in Stockholm.
- Assisting Ăstersund Municipality with the application process for an environmental permit to build and run a biogas plant, together with seven other municipalities in JĂ€mtland County.
- Representing Vik Strand Holding AB in a matter regarding species protection in a supervisory case which was tried by the Land and Environment Court in VÀxjö and finally decided by the Land and Environmental Court of Appeal.
Sweden > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 4
With offices in Sundsvall, Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö, MAQS AdvokatbyrĂ„âs M&A team has a strong nationwide presence, advising major domestic companies in a range of sectors. Practice head Anton Olsson has key experience in cross-border acquisitions and private equity transactions. Sara Malmström, active in the IT, tech, retail, and media sectors, is the lead partner in Stockholm.Practice head(s):
Anton Olsson
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
SKF Group
China-Euro Vehicle Technology AB (CEVT)
BNP Paribas / Alfred Berg
Primotech Group AB
Semcon AB (publ)
TĂ„ngen Industrikapital AB
Rabbalshede Kraft AB (publ)
Stampen Lokala Medier
Profura AB
ZENSEACT AB
GPX Medical AB
VĂ€tterleden Invest AB
Pandora AS
Oblique Therapeutics AB
Fluicell AB (publ)
IRLAB Therapeutics AB (publ)
OneMed Sverige AB
Sjöson AB
OnDosis AB
Limhamnshus Industri AB
Work highlights
- Advised Brattse FinansrÄdgivning AB & Axell Holding AB when Confidentor AB was acquired by SÀkra.
- Advised Limhamnshus Vessinge AB on the sale of Bredablick to PHM Group.
- Advised TĂ„ngen Industrikapital AB in the acquisition of the AB Sjuntorp Group.
Sweden > Employment Tier 4
Sweden > EU and competition Tier 4
MAQS AdvokatbyrĂ„âs Gothenburg-based EU and competition law team regularly handles matters for leading domestic clients, including in the construction, pharma, automotive, and healthcare sectors. Practice head Mikael Ă ström  has over 20 years of experience advising clients on the competition aspects of M&A transactions, regulatory compliance, and leniency applications in relation to anti-competitive practices. Cecilia Rossing has now left the firm.Practice head(s):
Mikael à ström
Testimonials
âMikael Ă ström is an excellent lawyer with a great commercial understanding and approach. He is always available and gets right to the point in his advice.â
âMikael Ă ström is a truly brilliant lawyer who is also very nice to work with. He is very experienced and is one of the leading competition lawyers in Sweden.â
âA great team with a lot of skillful lawyers available 24-7.â
âThe team stands out for their collaboration and availability. Moreover, they are very competent and can offer support in different areas and fields.â
Key clients
Infrastructure Logistics (ILAB)
Fonus
Zenuity
SCA Forest
Essity Hygiene and Health
Sia Glass
ESAB / Colfax Corporation
Santa Maria
Perrigo Company Plc
Latour
Nudie Jeans
Liquid Wind
SSG AB
Work highlights
- Advising Fonus on competition issues relating to commercial market strategy regarding pricing, online platforms and sales, selective networks, and cooperation agreements with competitors/suppliers/distributors.
- Advising Standard Solutions Group AB on various competition law issues, including pricing and vertical relations.
- Advising Infrastructure Logistics on an ongoing basis concerning all legal matters, including merger filings.
Sweden > Intellectual property and media Tier 4
At MAQS AdvokatbyrĂ„, legal director Alexander KĂ€llström heads up the practice, which includes lawyers houses in the firm's Gothenburg, Malmö, Stockholm and Sundsvall offices. As such, the team is well placed to assist clients with IP matters on a nationwide basis, and is equally adept at advising international clients on contentious and non-contentious IP matters. The group fields expertise in assisting prominent multinational entities with the management of IP portfolios. Christina Berggren, based in Gothenburg, leads the firmâs retail industry group.Practice head(s):
Alexander KÀllström
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
âThey work as a true team; if one is not available, there is always someone else to provide support. It makes it easy to receive support when the deadlines are tight. â
âProfessional with a good understanding of what matters for our company. Cost cautious without my having to ask for it, and quick in replies and support. â
âAlways allocate a team with diverse competence, which gives a good customer experience.â
âChristina Berggren and Alexander KĂ€llström are both top picks. Very professional and with excellent capabilities in their area of expertise. Communicate effectively and with clarity.â
âVery skilled individuals with high attention to details. Always available and with high responsiveness.â
Key clients
Volvo Trademark Holding AB
The Coca-Cola Company
AB Lindex
Essity Hygiene and Health AB
Stampen Lokala Medier AB
ASKO Appliances AB
FootballAddicts AB
Cyan TM AB
Salming Trademarks AB
Ridestore AB
Zenseact AB
Electro Elco AB
PPY Production AB
MbedIT Solutions AB
Himla AB
National Electric Vehicle Sweden (NEVS)
Hagmans Nordic AB
Reitan Convenience Sverige AB
MĂ€klarhuset Real Estate Sweden AB
Proviva AB
Closely AB
Danone
Work highlights
- Assisted Lindex with launching its new business area, FemTech, as well as new brand Female Engineering
- Advising Cyan on its trade mark, design, and copyright strategy and protecting trade marks in all its markets.
- Assisting Zenseact with rebranding matters and IP strategies, as well as its trade mark portfolio and prosecution issues.
Sweden > Real estate Tier 4
MAQS AdvokatbyrĂ„âs real estate team operates from the firmâs offices in Gothenburg, Malmö, Stockholm, and Sundsvall. The group advises clients on transactional matters, forward funding, public procurement, and tenancy agreements. The practice is jointly led by the triumvirate of property management expert Katrin Troedsson, transactions specialist Jessica Svantesson, and Magnus Bengtsson, who is very experienced in handling major development projects.Practice head(s):
Katrin Troedsson; Jessica Svantesson; Magnus Bengtsson
Testimonials
âGreat diversity and knowledge in many areas.â
âAn understanding for the clientâs situation and always available.â
âVery ambitious and easy to co-operate with. Many different skills within the team which make it more comfortable for us as customer.â
âI was quite impressed by their performance, especially the professional way in which they handled the task. I have met other large legal offices which were definitely not as professional.â
âThey worked very efficiently and took care of my questions immediately.â
âThey care about and listen to their customers, and they are professional.â
âThose we have worked with have broad and deep knowledge.â
Key clients
Logicor
Fastighets Aktiebolaget Trianon
Executive Property Europe AB
Coop VÀst ekonomisk förening
Mio AB
PFA Bostad KB
Balder Projektutveckling AB
EnBW Sverige AB
Cormac Förvaltnings AB
Sjöson AB
LÀnshem SkÄne AB
MĂ€lardalens Omsorgsfastigheter Holding AB
HUB Park AB
Work highlights
- Represented Logicor with the acquisition of its first prime logistics site in Gothenburg.
- Represented Mio AB in a transaction involving the acquisition of a real estate company.
- Assisted Westerport Holding with the sale of a commercial property in southern Sweden.
Sweden > Dispute resolution Tier 5
MAQS AdvokatbyrĂ„âs Gothenburg-based dispute resolution team is especially active in the construction sector. With experience acting for clients in disputes against governmental entities, Björn Goldman leads the team. Construction litigation specialist Erik Kjaer and arbitration expert Fredrik Iverström also play key roles in the team.Practice head(s):
Björn Goldman
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
âThe entire team is committed, very knowledgeable and well-read. They always do an outstanding job.â
âThe quality of Erik Kjaerâs advice is absolutely excellent: always quick, sharp, accurate and very, very professional. He has legal expertise as well as excellent commercial understanding.â
âThe team listens well and offers clear advice.â
âTheir lawyers always answer quickly and are very nice and helpful.â
âA very experienced and intelligent team that is very good in court. They are also skilled, accurate and complement each other well.â
Key clients
Aarsleff Rail A/S
H&B Optimum AB (ERA)
HansenGroup A/S
LÀnsförsÀkringar
Art Clinic AB
Saps Service Management AB
Sjöson AB
Fifth Island Music AB
Bokadirekt AB
RO-Gruppen AB
Billström Riemer Andersson Group AB
Boskalis B.V
Skeppsviken AB
Van Oord B.V.
Oljibe AB
Assemblin Sweden AB
Securitas Technology Sverige AB
Work highlights
- Successfully acted for Hemverket AB in Swedish Supreme Court proceedings against OBOS Mark AB.
- Advising Art Clinic on questions regarding what rights a person may have after having had an operation involving faulty breast implants.
- Successfully represented the construction company RO-Gruppen in three disputes concerning housing projects in Stockholm.
Sweden > Capital markets
Sweden > Data privacy and data protection
MAQS AdvokatbyrÄ > Firm Profile
MAQS AdvokatbyrĂ„ is one of Swedenâs largest business law firms and a clear leader in the market. With roots that trace back to the 19th century, the modern version of MAQS was established in 2002, seamlessly blending tradition and contemporary innovation and dynamism.
MAQSâ offices, where its 180 experts work, are strategically located in Göteborg, Malmö, Stockholm and Sundsvall, reinforcing the firmÂŽs strong presence across key regions in Sweden.
MAQS is a full-service law firm with extensive experience in advising on the full spectrum of domestic and international law. With a highly effective multidisciplinary approach, the firm adeptly addresses the complex and multifaceted needs of clients across different industries, including global corporations, federal governments, municipalities, private equity ventures, and mid-sized Swedish owner-managed businesses.
MAQS’s strength comes from three key factors: its deep legal knowledge, a real understanding of clients’ businesses, and a global network that allows access to leading law firms worldwide. This combination enables the firm to deliver exceptional legal assistance to its clients.
MAQS was appointed Law Firm of the Year in 2024 by REGI, in the category of firms with a turnover exceeding 200 million SEK. The award is bestowed upon firms that demonstrate the highest client satisfaction within their respective categories. Client satisfaction is assessed based on 13 different criteria, with MAQS ranking first in eight of them.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Automotive | Per-Henrik Schönberg | per-henrik.schonberg@maqs.com | +46 768 66 15 27 |
Capital Markets | Eric Ehrencrona | eric.ehrencrona@maqs.com | +46 768 66 15 35 |
Consturcion & Infrastructure | Erik Kjaer | erik.kjaer@maqs.com | +46 768 66 15 44 |
Corporate Tax | Marcus Resvik | marcus.resvik@maqs.com | +46 733 23 98 45 |
Digital Business | Mikael Satama Granberg | mikael.satama.granberg@maqs.com | +46 732 36 55 75 |
Dispute Resolution | Elin Awerstedt | elin.awerstedt@maqs.com | +46 705 58 97 35 |
Employment | Lars Lövgren | lars.lovgren@maqs.com | +46 733 97 74 03 |
EU & Competition | Mikael à ström | mikael.astrom@maqs.com | +46 768 66 15 20 |
Forestry | Jannie Strömberg | jannie.stromberg@maqs.com | +46 703 41 32 38 |
Gambling | Daniel Wesslund | daniel.wesslund@maqs.com | +46 768 66 15 28 |
Intellectual Property | Alexander KÀllström | alexander.kallstrom@maqs.com | +46 733 86 03 34 |
Life Sciences & Medtech | Niklas Eskilsson | niklas.eskilsson@maqs.com | +46 768 66 15 38 |
M&A | Anton Olsson | anton.olsson@maqs.com | +46 768 66 15 17 |
Privacy & Data Protection | Karin Schurmann | karin.schurmann@maqs.com | +46 733 12 17 76 |
Public Procurement | Jimmy Carnelind | jimmy.carnelind@maqs.com | +46 768 66 15 71 |
Real Estate | Jessica Svantesson | jessica.svantesson@maqs.com | +46 768 66 15 30 |
Renewables | Mikael Kowal | mikael.kowal@maqs.com | +46 734 17 62 27 |
Restructuring & Insolvency | Mats Romell | mats.romell@maqs.com | +46 734 17 62 01 |
Retail | Christina Berggren | christina.berggren@maqs.com | +46 734 17 62 04 |
Sports & Events | Marie-Anne Lindhardt | marie-anne.lindhardt@maqs.com | +46 768 58 29 88 |
Start up/Scale up | Anders Lindström | anders.lindstrom@maqs.com | +46 708 15 94 08 |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Mr Max Engström | Associate | View Profile | |
Ms Magdalena Persson | Advokat/Partner | View Profile | |
Mrs Jannie Strömberg | EU-advokat/Legal Director | View Profile |