Hall Of Fame

Data privacy and data protection in Sweden

Advokatfirman Cederquist KB

The ‘competent, experienced, fast and business-orientedAdvokatfirman Cederquist KB advises on the full gamut of data protection issues, including GDPR matters, cross-border data transfers and data breaches. The team is led by Johanna Linder and Malin Allard, with Linder focusing on IT, data privacy and data protection strategies, and Allard recommended for matters pertaining to IP, media and marketing. Henrik Lindstrand has particular expertise in the ePrivacy Directive, the Swedish Credit Information Act and the Swedish Patient Data Act, while data privacy specialist Daniel Eriksson is experienced in multi-jurisdictional compliance and implementation projects, incident management and risk assessments.

Practice head(s):

Johanna Linder; Malin Allard


Other key lawyers:

Henrik Lindstrand; Daniel Eriksson


Testimonials

‘Provides very valuable hands-on advice in all respects.’

‘Practical and to the point.’

‘I always get a quick response and contact with people with relevant specialist skills.’

‘There is a breadth and an understanding of the challenges of our business.’

‘The team is easy to access and delivers short answers quickly if needed and, when needed, more detailed business-oriented advice.’

‘They are always available and willing to discuss issues at a high level if needed.’

‘They are competent, experienced, fast, business-oriented and have high levels of availability.’

Key clients

P27 Nordic Payments Platform AB


SJ AB


Föreningen Svensk Elitfotboll


PostNord AB


Telenor Connexion


BillerudKorsnäs AB


Lantmännen


TV4 Media


Camfil


Bonava AB


Acast AB


AFRY AB


Storykit AB


Mentimeter AB


SignUp Software AB


UC AB


Budbee AB


The Confederation of Swedish Enterprise (Svenskt Näringsliv)


Skandia Fastigheter


Svensk Adressändring


Kinnevik AB


Newsec Property Asset Management AB


Work highlights


  • Assisted Mentimeter AB with its project carrying out data transfer risk assessments on suppliers, including advising on strategies to handle third country transfers and customer demands.
  • Advised SJ AB on data transfer risk assessments, information security issues and data privacy requirements in a large IT system procurement and data privacy questions related to digital marketing.
  • Advised P27 Nordic Payments Platform AB on carrying out updated data inventory and mapping, including renewed GDPR compliance assessments.

Cirio Advokatbyrå AB

Cirio Advokatbyrå AB’s team is led by Caroline Olstedt Carlström, who is singled out by clients as ‘one of Sweden’s most competent privacy lawyers’ and acts for a strong roster of domestic and international clients on regulatory, operational and strategic data protection matters. Carlström has over 20 years’ experience in the field, is chairman of the Swedish Data Protection Forum and often acts as data protection officer (DPO) for clients. David Frydlinger is a key name for GDPR and IT contracts, while Hanna Tilus, who recently joined from Roschier, is experienced in IP and data privacy matters.

Practice head(s):

Caroline Olstedt Carlström


Other key lawyers:

David Frydlinger; Hanna Tilus


Testimonials

‘Caroline Olstedt Carlström has expert knowledge of privacy.’

‘The team is led by one of Sweden’s best privacy lawyers, Caroline Olstedt Carlström.’

‘They have a team of privacy lawyers that knows the business and especially the financial sector.’

‘Caroline Olstedt Carlström has an outstandingly high level of knowledge of the Swedish and EU privacy regulation. She has also a very high level of understanding of the business’ needs within this area.’

‘Caroline Olstedt Carlström has a pedagogic talent to explain complex rules.’

‘Interested in our business and flexible.’

‘Caroline Olstedt Carlström is a notable practitioner in the Swedish market. Great depth of knowledge and also a sounding board for day-to-day issues.’

Key clients

Microsoft


ICA Group


Nasdaq Nordic and Baltic regulated companies


Dustin Group


Tink


Bankgirocentralen


Enento Group (UC, Asiakastieto, Proff)


Kompetensföretagen


Vasakronan


Collectum


Fryshuset Foundation


Tibber


Exobe


City of Stockholm


Kammarkollegiet


Åhléns


Nepa


Meliva AB


Work highlights


  • Assigned as external Data Protection Officer for the Nasdaq Nordic and Baltic regulated companies, acting also as contact for the supervisory authorities and providing regular and specific advice in a number of different data privacy related matters.
  • Assigned as external Data Protection Officer for UC, Asiakastieto and Proff, acting also as contact for the supervisory authorities and providing regular and specific advice in a number of different data privacy related matters.

Advokatfirman Delphi

Praised as ‘a top-tier team’ with ‘a true full-service’ offering, Advokatfirman Delphi fields a large team which is well known for its expertise in a range of matters from privacy regulation to data protection litigation. The firm counts international blue-chip clients on its client roster and handles high-profile work, including cross-border data transfers, GDPR issues and digitalisation projects. Peter Nordbeck and Johan Engdahl jointly lead the team, with Nordbeck strong in healthcare-related data protection and litigation, and Engdahl experienced in compliance programmes. Agnes Hammarstrand is a key practitioner who is active in the retail and e-commerce sectors.

Practice head(s):

Peter Nordbeck; Johan Engdahl


Other key lawyers:

Agnes Hammarstrand; Henrik Bengtsson


Testimonials

‘Johan Engdahl is always updated, super sharp and to the point. He has an in-depth understanding of the needs of an in-house lawyer and how to make privacy law requirements actually work in practice.’

‘Without doubt, Gothenburg’s number one data privacy team.’ 

‘The law firm Delphi has for several years helped us with a variety of issues and has time and again shown that they are solution and result oriented.’

‘The company has provided input several times that made us re-evaluate and develop our product.’

‘We have mostly worked with Agnes Hammarstrand and Johan Engdahl and they have time and again exceeded our expectations.’

‘They have come with a lot of input for improvement and development, which we see as a big plus.’

‘They are highly valued in the group and have broad knowledge in the field.’

‘Both Agnes Hammarstrand and Johan Engdahl are committed and curious, this is something we value highly. I can give my and the group’s best recommendations.’

Key clients

Google


Svenska Kyrkan


Lindholmen Science Park


JUC Sverige


Sjätte AP-Fonden


Hedin Group


Volvo Car Retail Solutions AB


edpLaw

edpLaw is ‘the go-to firm for data privacy and data protection matters in Sweden’; the team is made up of former Advokatfirma DLA Piper Sweden KB practitioners who founded the firm in January 2021 and is led by Johan Sundberg and Johan Thörn. The group acts for domestic and global clients in relation to data protection, data privacy and employment matters. Sundberg is well versed in cross-border data transfers, foreign surveillance laws and GDPR issues, and Thörn is recommended for data processing impact assessments and data sharing agreements; both are also experienced DPOs.

Practice head(s):

Johan Sundberg; Johan Thörn


Other key lawyers:

Fredrik Eråker


Testimonials

‘The whole team is focused in the same area and really sharing knowledge and practises between each other and to the customers.’

‘Deep knowledge, experience in combination with easy cooperation.’

‘Johan Sundberg is my Swedish privacy and data protection lawyer to go to. He is very experienced, knows the local laws extremely well and has great contact with local authorities. I especially appreciate his business attitude and knowledge of the market.’

‘This is the go-to firm for data privacy and data protection matters in Sweden.’

‘Johan Sundberg and Johan Thörn are outstanding and I feel extremely comfortable referring clients to them.’

‘Johan Sundberg and Johan Thörn have worked with this field of law from the beginning and they are unbeatable when it comes to GDPR. I always recommend them to clients in relation to all GDPR matters.’

‘The team is superb. Johan Sundberg and Johan Thörn are a stellar team and the undisputed leaders in their field.’

‘They provide business focused and pragmatic advice in a timely fashion.’

Key clients

Swedish Equality Ombudsman


Region Skåne


Klarna Bank AB


Swedbank AB


ICA Gruppen AB


Advania Sverige AB


ASSA ABLOY AB and ASSA ABLOY OPENING SOLUTIONS AB


Ragn-Sellsföretagen AB


Mercuri Urval KMR AB


Svensk Fastighetsförmedling AB


Horten Advokataktieselskab


Dottir Attorneys


Cooley LLP


BNP Paribas bank


Securitas AB


Work highlights


  • Advising global leader in access solutions Assa Abloy AB and Assa Abloy Opening Solutions AB on a broad range of data privacy and data protection matters in an advanced high tech climate.
  • Advising Region Skåne, the public health care provider in the south of Sweden, on its implementation of a new patient data system.
  • Advising Swedbank AB – one of the four leading and largest retail and commercial banks operating in Sweden – on a range of data privacy and data protection matters.

Advokatfirman Kahn Pedersen KB

Advokatfirman Kahn Pedersen KB offers clients ‘top-of-the-line competence paired with substantial resources, excellent accessibility and a pragmatic approach’. The firm is well known in the market for its IT and data protection expertise and advises clients on cloud and data strategies, cybersecurity issues, public procurement work and digitalisation initiatives. The practice is jointly led by Daniel Lundqvist, Johan Kahn and recently promoted partner Tahmina Sahibli; Lundqvist acts for banks, payment services providers and energy companies on compliance and regulatory matters, while Kahn has recently been advising financial and industrial sector clients on outsourcings, IT contracts and data protection issues, and Sahibli is experienced in cross-border data transfers.

Practice head(s):

Daniel Lundqvist; Johan Kahn; Tahmina Sahibli


Other key lawyers:

Martin Brinnen; Staffan Malmgren


Testimonials

‘Top-of-the-line competence paired with substantial resources, excellent accessibility and pragmatic approach.’

‘Daniel Lundqvist is a lead practitioner in the field, easy to reach and talk to.’

‘Pragmatic and good business understanding and service approach.’

‘I’m very happy with our cooperation with Martin Brinnen, first of all because his flexibility and high availability. Whatever our issue is, he’s just a phone call away and ready to give initial advice/act as a sounding board.’

‘On a few occasions, we’ve asked for advice that has required more preparation and investigation, and the result has always been delivered perfectly on time and in an easily digestible format.’

‘Exceptionally competent team that is capable of understanding my business, therefore enabling them to rapidly engage in various projects without or with very short ramp up.’

‘I have had the pleasure to instruct Kahn Pedersen in a number of different matters. Obviously, I am very happy with their advice and professionalism. The firm is unique due to its concentration of competence within the digital field.’

‘Kahn Pedersen is clearly one of the leading firms in Sweden, most likely the leading firm, for any matter relating to the digital field. I would also like to mention that it is always very pleasant to deal with Kahn Pedersen since they seem to have a fair, down to earth and happy culture.’

Key clients

Länsförsäkringar Group


Getswish


Invidem


Svenskt Näringsliv


Symplify Technologies


Radiohjälpen


Kivra


Stockholm Exergi


Nordax Bank AB


BillerudKorsnäs


Work highlights


  • Advised Länsförsäkringar on data protection matters in relation to a cloud service for international claims settlement.
  • Advising Getswish on cloud strategy and GDPR compliance.
  • Advised Radiohjälpen on matters regarding data protection in relation to fundraising campaigns and policy issues.

Mannheimer Swartling

Mannheimer Swartling offers clients ‘vast and deep knowledge within this field’ and draws on strength from related practice areas to provide a holistic approach to data protection matters. It often advises on the data privacy aspects of M&A deals, compliance matters, investigations by regulators and data transfers. Erica Wiking Häger heads up the practice with over 20 years’ experience and advises clients on compliance matters and contentious issues, including GDPR and cybersecurity work. Niklas Sjöblom acts for blue-chip clients and has considerable experience in the data protection implications of large IT projects.

Practice head(s):

Erica Wiking Häger


Other key lawyers:

Niklas Sjöblom; Anders Bergsten


Testimonials

‘The advice is always pragmatic and solution oriented.’

‘Very knowledgeable within their profession.’

‘They have high availability, deliver on time with high quality.’

‘Never below expectation.’

‘Vast and deep knowledge within this field of expertise.’

‘Ability to provide clarity on a complex legal framework and adjust its recommendations based on our specific needs.’

‘Customer-obsession, including us as a client and recognising the value of collaborating to get the fit for purpose quality advice and recommendations that we can run with.’

Key clients

Klarna Bank


Spotify


Northvolt


SAS (Scandinavian Airlines)


Bonnier Group


Loomis


Castellum


Novamedia


ATG


Capio S:t Görans Hospital


Region Västra Götaland


Kindred


Work highlights


  • Advising Klarna Bank, one of Sweden’s tech unicorns, on the appeal of an administrative fine imposed by the Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection for alleged deficiencies in Klarna’s privacy notice.
  • Advised Kindred Group, one of the world’s leading online sports betting operators, in relation to a new SaaS agreement with its service provider Kambi Group PLC, regarding the extension of the parties’ sportsbook partnership.
  • Advising Capio S:t Görans Hospital, an emergency hospital, on the appeal of an administrative fine imposed on Capio S:t Görans by the Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection for alleged infringements of GDPR.

Setterwalls

Setterwalls acts for top international and domestic blue-chip clients and government departments on the full range of data protection and cybersecurity issues. Key areas of strength for the practice include data subject access requests, cross-border data transfers, GDPR issues and data breaches. Leveraging strong support from its IT and IP departments, the team is headed up by Fredrik Roos, Sophia Spala and Marc Tullgren. Roos and Spala are well versed in compliance and regulatory matters, while Jörgen Axelsson is experienced in data privacy work pertaining to the healthcare and public sectors.

Practice head(s):

Fredrik Roos; Sophia Spala; Marc Tullgren


Other key lawyers:

Jörgen Axelsson; Joacim Johannesson; Niklas Follin


Testimonials

‘Deep knowledge of data protection.’

‘Our responsible partner Niklas Follin has deep knowledge even if it is not his direct domain, and if we ever have questions outside of his direct expertise, we have other partners available at an instant.’

‘Niklas Follin is 24/7 and turns things around extremely fast without ever compromising in quality, which is something that we as a start-up value highly.’

‘Excellent understanding of our business combined with solid legal knowledge results in best in class support.’

‘Fredrik Roos is simply exceptional – I have used many law firms across three continents and Fredrik remains my main go-to-person when I need pragmatic business-based legal advice.’

‘Setterwalls’ data protection practice is very good and it is a solid team providing excellent advice.’

‘Jörgen Axelsson – Very experienced, knowledgeable and pleasant to work with.’

‘Joachim Johannesson – Great knowledge of fintech and a great personality.’

Key clients

Stena Line AB


Novacura AB


Talentwise AB


Ford Motor Company AB


Alligator Bioscience AB


Novo Nordisk Scandinavia


Safeture AB


Ascelia Pharma AB


The Central Bank of Sweden


Agency for Digital Government (DIGG)


Trustly Group AB


FNZ Group


Embark Studios AB


Doktorse Nordics AB


Work highlights


  • Advised Stena on data, GDPR and E-Privacy compliance in relation to digitalisation in a global context.
  • Advised the Swedish Central Bank on regulatory and GDPR issues.
  • Advised Doktor.Se on various data protection questions in relation to data management for a telemedicine platform and questions on information security/privacy regarding patient data and medical confidentiality in relation to the marketing of digital healthcare services.

Hannes Snellman (Sweden)

Hannes Snellman (Sweden) has ‘strong competence and experience’ in data, privacy and cybersecurity matters, and handles data breaches, cross-border data transfers, compliance issues and investigations by authorities. Practice head Caroline Sundberg often acts as DPO for clients and is active in the financial services, industrial, telecoms and retail sectors. Elisabeth Vestin is a key name for IP and technology work, while senior associate Filip Åhsberger, who recently joined from Advokatfirma DLA Piper Sweden KB, is experienced in large GDPR compliance projects.

Practice head(s):

Caroline Sundberg


Other key lawyers:

Elisabeth Vestin; Filip Åhsberger


Testimonials

‘The strong competence and experience of the HS team allows them to give quick and well-adopted advice perfectly balanced for our business.’

‘Caroline Sundberg is one of the best in her area. Whenever seeking advice, she answers directly and to the point.’

‘The Hannes Snellman team is big and diverse and can give reliable and competent advice on a wide range of matters.’

‘As a client or colleague you can rest assured that you get the right associate resourcing and that the matter will be handled by the right person.’

‘For data protection and data privacy matters, Caroline Sundberg is certainly the woman to go to. Over the last years she has gained an amazing visibility and standing in the market.’

‘Caroline Sundberg’s team of lawyers always provide solid advice and assistance.’

‘Caroline Sundberg is true pleasure to work with. Her extensive knowledge, clear-cut advice and brilliant negotiation skills stand out among peers.’

‘Hannes Snellman is a very trusted adviser who I can call and get a quick answer from.’

Key clients

BareCollective Group


CredPoint AB


Dustin Group


Hi3G Access AB


Iboxen Infrastruktur Sverige AB


Intergiro AB


Konsumentverket (the Swedish Consumer Agency)


Seeburger Group


TruID AB


Vitamin Well


Work highlights


  • Advised Hi3G Access AB as external DPO.
  • Advised Dustin Group on a data transfer impact assessment project.
  • Advised TruId on the launch of its digital authentication services.

Hellström Law

The data protection team at Hellström Law is led by Anna Fernqvist Svensson and advises public and private sector clients on all aspects of Swedish and EU data privacy and data protection law. It has considerable experience in GDPR work, cybersecurity issues, data breaches and cross-border data transfers. Svensson is active in the real estate, social media, retail, energy and transport and pharmaceuticals sectors, while Karl-Fredrik Björklund, who recently joined from Wikström & Partners, brings decades of expertise in the field to the team, including experience acting as external DPO.


Practice head(s):

Anna Fernqvist Svensson


Other key lawyers:

Erika Juvander Heveus; Natalie Stjernström; Mina Gholiof; Karl-Fredrik Björklund


Testimonials

‘They are responsive, competent and get back quickly.’

‘Anna Fernqvist Svensson leads the team for GDPR and data protection law and I can always rely on her swift feedback and her skills in this area of the law.’

‘The service is completely tailor made to the customers’ needs.’

‘Personal, professional and accessible.’

‘The team has been both innovative and self-propelled when helping us develop services for the banking industry.’

‘Anna Fernqvist Svensson has deep knowledge about GDPR and general law. She is innovative and easy to work with.’

‘Very experienced team with Karl-Fredrik Björklund as one of the true “seniors” in the Stockholm data privacy community.’

‘Highly appreciate the knowledge and engagement displayed by Karl-Fredrik Björklund. Always eager to help out, easy to get access to, very knowledgeable and experienced.’ 

Key clients

FKP Scorpio Sverige AB


Grifols Nordic AB


Work highlights


  • Advising FKP Scorpio on all matters relating to data protection and data privacy.
  • Advising Grifols on all matters relating to data protection and data privacy, including records or processing activities, data processing agreements, GDPR training courses, data privacy notices for employees, and whistleblowing issues.

Roschier

The data protection team at Roschier is well known for handling the data protection aspects of large cross-border M&A deals and also advises on standalone work in the sector, including matters pertaining to GDPR, Data Protection Authority issues, whistleblowing claims and IT projects. Björn Johansson Heigis heads up the practice and is active in the media, telecoms and technology sectors, with a particular focus on compliance issues. Senior associate John Park assists with IT and data protection projects.

Practice head(s):

Björn Johansson Heigis


Other key lawyers:

John Park


Testimonials

‘Practical and hands-on advice.’

‘Björn Johansson Heigis – excellent lawyer with a grasp of the big picture.’

‘Good judgement and a commercial approach.’

Key clients

Aditro


BookBeat


Nordstjernan


PayPal


Advokatfirman Vinge

Advokatfirman Vinge’s data protection offering sits as part of the firm’s wider IT and telecoms team and is led by Eva Fredrikson, Henrik Borna and Carl Johan af Petersens. Key strengths for the practice include compliance work, cross-border data transfers, interactions with the Data Protection Authority and GDPR issues. Emelie Svensäter Jerntorp was recently promoted to partner and assists clients with a broad range of data protection issues, including data breaches; associate Nicklas Thorgerzon is another key practitioner who leads on cases.

Practice head(s):

Eva Fredrikson; Carl Johan af Petersens; Henrik Borna


Other key lawyers:

Nicklas Thorgerzon; Emelie Svensäter Jerntorp


Testimonials

‘Vinge’s data privacy team is small but very experienced and responsive.’

‘Great value add and always good at balancing the different conflicting interests in the business.’

‘Nicklas Thorgerzon is our main go-to person when it comes to data privacy. Always responsive and you can trust his advice.’

‘The Vinge team provides adapted advice and will always listen to and understand your issue.’

‘Emelie Svensäter Jerntorp is well versed in the law and incredibly adept at capturing what your issue is.’

Key clients

Tele2


Work highlights


  • Advising Tele2 on data various data protection work, including in relation to an ongoing investigation by the Swedish Data Protection Authority.

Bird & Bird

Bird & Bird’s privacy and data protection practice group leverages its international network for support and is well-placed to handle cross-border mandates. Under the leadership of Mattias Lindberg, the practice acts for top domestic and international corporate clients on GDPR issues, compliance work, data breaches and cross-border data transfers. Lindberg is a key name for digital transformation projects, IT mandates and commercial matters.

Practice head(s):

Mattias Lindberg


Testimonials

‘The team is truly professional while also easy to collaborate with.’

‘Mattias Lindberg is a star.’

‘Mattias Lindberg’s extensive knowledge in adapting the legal framework into practical and business-efficient processes is outstanding.’

Key clients

The Synsam Group


Medhelp Sjukvårdsrådgivning AB


Kontakta


Bilprovningen


Médecins Sans Frontières Sweden Innovation Unit


Work highlights


  • Supporting the Synsam Group with its data protection governance.
  • Advising Bilprovningen on drafting, negotiations, as well as other strategic and legal considerations, relating to all of the IT projects in which data protection matters form an integral and very important part.
  • Assisting Kontakta and its member companies with all questions in respect of the daily business of call centres and providing expert advice in industry specific questions and the legal developments within the industry.

Advokatfirma DLA Piper Sweden KB

Advokatfirma DLA Piper Sweden KB acts for top international clients on compliance and GDPR matters in Sweden and further afield. It also has the capacity to advise clients before the Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection, including in relation to data litigation. Jennie Nilsson leads the team and is experienced in data transfers, data subject rights issues and regulatory matters.

Practice head(s):

Jennie Nilsson


Testimonials

‘The individuals deliver what they are supposed to, with quality and in time.’

‘What stands out is the communication and approach to us that makes it easy to work with them.’

Key clients

Amazon Inc.


Pfizer


EQT


Klarna Bank


Amazon


Dynamic Code


LIF


Voi Technology


Indivd


BMW


Electrolux


Sandvik


Utopia Music


ITB-Med


Swedish Ski Association


X Shore


Utopia Music


ASICS


Heimstaden


Frank Dandy


Doctrin


IPSEN Pharmaceuticals


Work highlights


  • Advised Electrolux on various data protection aspects, involving a multitude of jurisdictions.
  • Advised Amazon on various strategic and operational data protection aspects.
  • Advising EQT on a local and international level on a range of data protection aspects.

Advokatfirman Fylgia KB

As ‘a friendly firm that has good lawyers’, Advokatfirman Fylgia KB’s data protection offering is led by Martin Gynnerstedt and acts for large corporations and as local counsel for large international law firms on GDPR and compliance matters. Gynnerstedt utilises his expertise in IT to provide holistic advice in relation to data privacy and data protection matters.

Practice head(s):

Martin Gynnerstedt


Testimonials

‘Martin Gynnerstedt is very knowledgeable, quick and practical.’

‘Good understanding of clients business needs.’

‘Friendly firm that has good lawyers focusing on data protection and privacy.’

‘They are very responsive and provide good value.’

Key clients

PCTEL, Inc.


Bring E-commerce & Logistics AB


iBinder AB


ID06 AB


Mavenoid AB


Beijer Byggmaterial Aktiebolag


Svenska Kraftnät


Sinch AB


Diginav AB


Glow Technology AB


Sound by Sweden


Work highlights


  • Advised Mavenoid AB regarding data privacy and data protection matters concerning its SaaS offering to the market.
  • Advised ID06 AB on several legal risk assessments concerning data privacy and data protection in the development of IT services for the construction industry.
  • Provided Bring E-commerce & Logistics AB on an ongoing basis with data privacy and data protections support and advised on the negotiations of a strategic cooperation service agreement.

Gernandt & Danielsson Advokatbyrå

Gernandt & Danielsson Advokatbyrå acts for domestic and international organisations on GDPR issues, compliance work and data breaches. The firm is very strong on large transactional matters and often advises on the related data protection aspects. Niclas Rockborn leads the team and has particular experience of the fintech sector, while Dena Dervanović is a key associate.

Practice head(s):

Niclas Rockborn


Other key lawyers:

Ulrika Forsberg; Dena Dervanović


Testimonials

‘The service is completely tailor made to the customers’ needs.’

‘Personal, professional and accessible firm.’

‘Sharp, to the point, explains in an easy matter to understand and provides the client with multiple possibilities.’

‘One stop shop for advice and all legal issues for a bank.’

Kompass Advokat

Kompass Advokat acts as DPO for several high-profile domestic clients and also provides general data protection advice to clients in the banking, insurance, pension and e-commerce sectors. Anna Lööv and Kawin Mårtensson jointly lead the practice, with Lööv recommended for data protection impact assessments (DPIA), personal data incidents and matters involving the Swedish Data Protection Authority. Karolin Karlsson recently joined from Baker McKenzie.

Practice head(s):

Anna Lööv; Kawin Mårtensson


Other key lawyers:

Karolin Karlsson


Testimonials

‘The practice group consists of a number of talented young lawyers led by the firm’s managing partner Anna Lööv. The team is flexible and provides solid legal advice.’

‘Anna Lööv has deep knowledge within the data protection field. She has excellent communication skills and can reach out to a broad range of individuals. She is also highly available and provides hands-on legal advice with good market knowledge.’

‘Stellar team with Anna Lööv as the outstanding leader, no other lawyer comes close as to her skills and business mindset in the area of privacy and data protection law.’

‘Kompass is a niche firm with high integrity, skilled partners and strong reputation within the insurance industry and the data protection area.’

‘We work closely with Anna Lööv on a monthly basis and her level of competence within data protection is highly valued by us.’

‘Anna Lööv is extremely capable of analysing business risks, data protection risks and making professional analysis reports.’

‘They are accessible and fast.’

Key clients

Min Pension


Humana


Klarna Bank


Svenska Försäkringsföreningen


S R Intelligence (SRI)


Movestic


Gjensidige


Lumera


Länsförsäkringar


Bliwa


Sveland


Mavera


Skandia


Dina Försäkring


Work highlights


  • Provided senior legal assistance to the privacy team at Klarna Bank AB.
  • Appointed as external DPO for five group companies of Skandia, also provided senior legal assistance to privacy team.
  • Appointed as external DPO for Humana.

Advokatfirman Lindahl KB

Advokatfirman Lindahl KB provides clients with ‘innovative and up-to-date advice and solutions’ and has particular experience in data protection issues pertaining to the life sciences and healthcare sectors. The team acts for domestic and global clients, from start-ups to large multinationals, under the leadership of Gabriel Svedberg and Michael Edquist . Svedberg is recommended for M&A, and IT outsourcing work and, alongside Edquist, often acts as external DPO for a range of companies.

Practice head(s):

Michael Edquist; Michael Edquist


Other key lawyers:

Johan Åberg; Mikael Olsson


Testimonials

‘Stands out for handling the most complex data privacy issues in the life sciences sector on a daily basis.’

‘Very easy to work with.’

‘Gabriel Svedberg has strong knowledge in the area.’

‘Innovative and up-to-date advice and solutions.’

‘Flexible, responsive and thorough.’

Key clients

Philips AB


Axis Communications AB


Affibody AB


Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.


Berling Media Group


Viedoc Technologies AB


Fastator Group (Aktiebolaget Fastator, Nordic PM AB and Offentliga Hus i Norden AB)


C-RAD AB


Amra Medical AB


Storytel AB


BHG Group AB


Flowbox AB


Bris – Children’s Rights in Society


Neonode Tehcnologies AB


Onemotion Integrated Marketing Communication AB


Swin Technologies AB


Magnusson Sweden

Magnusson Sweden’s data protection and data privacy team is led by Helena Rönqvist and Caroline Landerfors. Rönqvist is recommended for compliance and GDPR advice, as well as regulatory matters pertaining to the e-commerce, digital media, social media, and direct marketing arenas. Landerfors also adds in-house DPO officer experience.

Practice head(s):

Helena Rönqvist; Caroline Landerfors


Key clients

MTR


ICA Försäkring


Spotlight Stock Market


Fondo Solutions


Omocom AB


ERV


Nordiska Galleriet


Work highlights


  • Advising the Swedish fintech company Omocom in connection with various legal and regulatory matters, including data protection issues.
  • Advising Spotlight Stock Market on legal reviews and other matters in connection with listings of shares on Spotlight Stock Market’s trading facility, including advice in relation to data protection and data privacy in connection with due diligence work.
  • Advising ManyPets in connection with various data protection matters.

Norelid Advokatbyrå

Norelid Advokatbyrå stands out in the market for its expertise in cybersecurity work, which includes advising clients on responses to data breaches; the firm also handles general data protection compliance advice and GDPR matters. Susanna Norelid heads up the practice and has over 30 years’ experience in assisting domestic and international clients in the Swedish market.

Practice head(s):

Susanna Norelid


Other key lawyers:

Marcus Appeltofft


Testimonials

‘I like the family feeling with the small company that delivers outstanding results.’

‘I have worked with Marcus Appeltofft and he is so good and delivers to a high standard.’

Key clients

Trygghetsstiftelsen


Trygghetsrådet TRS


Sok Stiftelsen


Signature Litigation


Adlaw International


Pressa Sverige


Modular Finance


Länsförsäkringar


Insicon


Bmw Finacial Services


Kennedys Law


Veterankraft


Protector Försäkring


Work highlights


  • Advising a client on a complex cross-border cyber incident, acting as lead law firm for the global response to the incident including setting up and managing a legal team from at least seven jurisdictions across two continents.
  • Advising Trygghetsstiftelsen on a complex large-scale data protection related compliance project, including negotiation and drafting cross-border data transfer and data processing agreements, and negotiating terms and conditions for data transfer with representatives of the Swedish government.
  • Advised Protector Försäkring on complex compliance and contractual issues regarding personal data protection and data transfers to and from Swedish governmental agencies.

TIME DANOWSKY Advokatbyrå AB

Fredrik Ståhl heads up the data protection offering at TIME DANOWSKY Advokatbyrå AB and focuses on IT and technology issues, outsourcings, data protection work and intellectual property law. Key areas of focus for the practice include investigations and disputes relating to data protection, as well as compliance matters, GDPR issues, cybersecurity mandates, privacy work and data protection impact assessments.

Practice head(s):

Fredrik Ståhl


Key clients

Telenor Sverige AB


TM & Partners

The technology team at TM & Partners is headed up by Fredrik Gustafsson and handles a range of data privacy and data protection matters, including compliance work, GDPR issues and the data aspects of M&A transactions. Gustafsson is experienced in the industrial, real estate, fintech, financial services and healthcare sectors.

Practice head(s):

Fredrik Gustafsson


Other key lawyers:

Erik Woodcock


Testimonials

‘They are focusing on providing a good results.’

‘They really put time and effort in to understanding our structure to be able to give suitable advice.’

‘Fredrik Gustafsson was good in analysing regulations and finding good solutions in a complex area.’

‘We received very pleasant and professional treatment in a matter that for us was difficult and troublesome.’

‘As the issue we had at hand was new to us and within an area of expertise where we ourselves had limited experience it was a relief to get assigned such competent help.’

‘Fredrik Gustafsson explained in a very comprehensive way what we should do and how. His instructions were easy to follow and due to the knowledgeable and professional assistance we received, our problem was solved in a correct and satisfying manner.’

‘As a bonus we might be able to take care of any future problems of the same kind ourselves. If not, we would definitely contact Fredrik Gustafsson again.’

‘High adaptability as well as a pragmatic and professional approach.’

Key clients

LRF Samköp AB


Priveq Investment


CombinedX AB


Norvestor Equity


Coala-Life Group AB


Vivesto AB, formerly Oasmia Pharmaceutical


Re:NewCell AB


Swemac AB


Alliance Marine SAS


Work highlights


  • Advising Plint on all the data privacy and data protection aspects of its acquisition of all shares in KM Studio.
  • Advising LRF Samköp AB, an affiliate of the Swedish farmers’ association (one of Sweden’s largest associations), on most of its legal matters, including data privacy and data protection matters.
  • Advising CombinedX AB on all data privacy and data protection aspects of the group’s acquisition of all shares in Attentec, a digitalisation company specialised in IoT solutions and active in the Swedish and Norwegian markets.