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Linklaters LLP

REGERINGSGATAN 67, PO BOX 7833, STOCKHOLM 10398
Warsaw, Tokyo, Stockholm, Singapore, Shanghai, São Paulo , and 21 more

What we say about the firm's legal practice in Sweden

Banking and finance

Within Banking and finance, Linklaters LLP is a second tier firm,

Following the departure of Jörgen Durban, Linklaters LLP’ team, led by managing partner Per Nyberg, advised 3i Nordic on its $395m acquisition of Alpharma Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients. It advised a group of Nordic banks on the debt financing for AP Fastigheter’s SEK41.1bn acquisition of state-owned Vasakronan – the largest-ever Nordic real estate transaction. Fredrik Olsson advised Nordea on the €1.1bn debt financing of Nordic Capital’s offer – subsequently withdrawn – for IT services company TietoEnator.

Capital markets

Within Capital markets, Linklaters LLP is a first tier firm,

Jörgen S Axelsson, who heads Linklaters LLP’ ‘world-class’ practice is ‘experienced, pragmatic and good at cost-benefit analysis’. Group head Fredrik Linqvist and rising stars Darragh Byrne and Charlotte Levin specialise in cross-border transactions and international offerings. In 2008 the firm advised Credit Suisse and SEB Enskilda on a €105m secondary offering in Trigon Agri; Deutsche Bank on its SEK10bn rights issue in SSAB Swedish Steel; and Black Earth Farming on the its €181m IPO on First North.

Corporate and commercial

Within Corporate and commercial, Linklaters LLP is a second tier firm,

Linklaters LLP’ global strategy is reflected in its prestigious client list, which includes top corporate entities in Sweden and internationally, who rely on its lawyers to be ‘professional, efficient and deliver on time’. In 2008, clients included the Swedish Government, 3i, NCC and Deutsche Bank.

Dispute resolution

Within Dispute resolution, Linklaters LLP is a third tier firm,

Linklaters LLP’s team, led by Anders Nordström, includes Niclas Widjeskog and Magnus Eriksson. In line with the firm’s global practice, it handles cross-border, transactional and regulatory issues. One consequence of this strategy has been the departure of the talented Martin Wallin to Hannes Snellman. The firm is highly active in the pharmaceutical sector, representing AstraZeneca in US patent litigation and consumer cases. Other clients include TeliaSonera, Hewlett-Packard and Old Mutual.

EU and competition

Within EU and competition, Linklaters LLP is a first tier firm,

Kent Karlsson at Linklaters LLP ‘has a firm grasp of the rules and superb business skills’. His team advised Bacardi on its bid for V&S Vin & Sprit, and MTG/Viasat in its bid for pay-tv operator C More. Eric Söderlind, who transferred to Hong Kong, still represents key Swedish clients, successfully defending TeliaSonera in the Swedish Competition Authority’s investigation into allegations of abuse of dominance. Rising star Natasha Benalal Lindstedt represented AstraZeneca in connection with its bestseller Nexium.

Employment

Within Employment, Linklaters LLP is a first tier firm,

The ‘efficient, capable and trustworthy’ Anders Nordström’s team at Linklaters LLP concentrates on transactional support and litigation. In 2008 it advised RBS on the integration of ABN AMRO and 3i on the buyout of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients as well as on the sale of Coor Service Management Group. Mikael Nelson advises EMC Information Systems, WPP and AstraZeneca. Brita Hybbinette, Ottilia Boström Iskanius and Charlotte Demegård are all recommended.

IT and telecoms

Within IT and telecoms, Linklaters LLP is a second tier firm,

Linklaters LLP concentrates on complex multi-jurisdictional matters. Its ‘strategic and business-orientated approach’ benefits high-profile clients Vattenfall, SEB and Microsoft. Practice head Elisabeth Lundgren is the ‘first choice’ for many for outsourcing, project work, data protection and M&A transactions.

Insurance

Within Insurance, Linklaters LLP is a second tier firm,

Linklaters LLP has traditionally represented major insurance companies in contentious matters.

Intellectual property and media

Within Intellectual property and media, tier 4

‘Highly knowledgeable’ Elisabet Lundgren heads Linklaters LLP TMT practice in the Nordic region, advising major Swedish and global brands.

Legal market

Within Legal market,

Linklaters LLP continues to reduce its numbers, concentrating on transactional work for platinum clients. It handles the largest Swedish deals and complex international transactions, supported by its strong global network.

Mergers and acquisitions

Within Mergers and acquisitions, Linklaters LLP is a first tier firm,

Linklaters LLP’ ‘strong team’, led by top dealmaker Fredrik Lindqvist, offers blue-chip corporates, private equity firms, and investment banks ‘a comprehensive service’ supported by a ‘broad international network’. Martin Börresen and head of private equity Krister Hansen are highly regarded. The firm advised 3i on the sale of Coor Service Management Group to Cinven; was lead advisor to Bacardi in its bid for V&S Vin & Sprit; and represents Vodaphone in its bid for Wayfinder. It is representinga consortium of seven banks in the Thule restructuring. Pontus E Bergsten and Roger Johnsson are recommended.

Real estate

Within Real estate, Linklaters LLP is a first tier firm,

Linklaters LLP team, headed by Magnus Lidman, ‘is extremely well regarded’, focusing on big-ticket transactions throughout the Nordic region. In 2008, it represented the group of banks financing AP Fastigheter’s SEK41bn acquisition of Vasakronan. It advised John Mattson Fastighets in the divestment of four landmark properties and UK private equity house Morley in its first Swedish acquisition.

Tax

Within Tax, Linklaters LLP is a second tier firm,

Group head Lars Jonsson helps Linklaters LLP’ clients ‘understand the mysteries within his field’, focusing on complex multi-jurisdictional and cross-discipline advice and transactional support. Arne Baekkevold specialises in leasing and tax structuring. The team assisted Borse Dubai with its public offer for OMX and subsequent disposal to NASDAQ; and advised on the first ever advance pricing agreement between the Swedish and the US governments. Karl Sandström is recommended.

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