Accura Advokatpartnerselskab > Copenhagen, Denmark > Firm Profile

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab
Alexandriagade 8
2150 Nordhavn
COPENHAGEN
Denmark

Denmark > Banking and finance Tier 1

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab is well equipped to handle the full spectrum of banking and finance transactions, with the team divided into three sub-teams: borrower and lender financing; fund financing and alternative investments; and regulation and financial institutions. Renowned for its strong corporate expertise, the team stands out in M&A financing, and has a strong presence across the insurance, pension and asset management sectors. The team is co-led by the ‘extraordinarily knowledgeable’ Kim Toftgaard and Mads Kjellerup Dambæk. Toftgaard is well versed in acquisition, real estate and structured financing, while Dambæk handles complex transactions and regulatory matters for the boards of directors and management teams of financial institutions. Other key contracts include Kristian Kaltoft Nielsen, who is dominant in fund formation and alternative investment work, and Jannie Schibler, whose broad knowledge covers complex financing and debt transactions.

Practice head(s):

Kim Toftgaard; Mads Kjellerup Dambæk

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘Experts both on the law and the market. Always quick and available. They know what is important.’

‘One of the largest banking & finance teams in Denmark and leading within M&A for financial institutions due to their extremely strong commercial understanding and business acumen.’

‘Mads Kjellerup Dambæk and Kim Toftgaard have built a great financing franchise and a good split of areas under their responsibility. Jannie Schibler and Philip Hundahl in the finance team have deep knowledge within various types of financings and a commercial and pragmatic approach towards the situations and knowing where to pick the battles.’

‘The team together has a profound knowledge of the banking and finance industry covering every legal aspect required to provide full-service advice to a financial institution. The team has a clear grasp of current and future domestic and international regulations with a dedicated eye for detail. Last but not least, the team’s proven track record of managing any small- or large-scale transaction, including cross-border deals, syndicated loans and structured finance is among the best in the Danish market.’

‘Their commitment to client service is evident in their solutions and communication, making them a trusted adviser to us. Any solution is backed by legal considerations and commercial understanding. Whether dealing with debt restructuring, acquisition financing, or capital markets transactions, they are equipped to handle the full spectrum of banking and finance-related issues.’

‘Accura’s Banking and Finance team consists of very skilled and service-minded lawyers, who are experts at ensuring that the right matters are brought forward to their clients, whilst the less important matters are just handled.’

‘Kim Toftgaard and Mads Kjellerup Dambæk are both extraordinarily knowledgeable and have a unique focus on striking the right balance between deal certainty and the client’s interest. In addition, Kristian Kaltoft Nielsen and his team are also rising stars within investment and funds, providing quick and business-relatable advice.’

‘I have great experience working with Jannie Schibler. She is a great adviser and comes with innovative legal solutions. She is always following up on calls and is available when needed.’

Key clients

Danske Bank

Nordea Bank

Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken

Nykredit

Spar Nord Bank

Arbejdernes Landsbank

Finansiel Stabilitet

The European Investment Bank

Alm. Brand

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners

PFA Pension

PKA

PensionDanmark

Northern Trust

BNP Paribas

Tryg Forsikring

Euronext

EKF Denmark’s Export Credit Agency

Collector Bank

Swiss Life

Novo Holdings

Birch Ejendomme

Capital Four

Nokas Værdihåndtering A/S

Collectia A/S

Heimdal Credit Fund

AIP Management A/S

Work highlights

  • Assisting Nordea Danmark, Filial af Nordea Bank Abp, Finland and Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB in connection with the establishment of a $144,539,000 (DKK1bn) green term loan facility to Topsoe.
  • Advising Novo Holdings as founding investor in the new energy transition fund platform “Glentra Capital” with a minority ownership of the platform and a DKK2bn investor commitment to Glentra’s fund I.
  • Advising Heimdal Nordic and Focus Fund Management on the establishment of Heimdal Credit Fund.

Denmark > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 1

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab is a leading transactional law firm renowned for its expertise in high-value, complex, cross-border transactions, acting for buyers, sellers, and targets. It is widely recognised as the foremost firm for private equity transactions, with a strong focus on M&A. The firm’s M&A practice benefits from close integration with its corporate and commercial department, co-led by Poul Jagd Mogensen and Camilla Holstener Fahrenholtz. The M&A team is spearheaded by Henrik Juul Hansen, Jacob Vinther, Kristian Lykkeholm Klausen, Kåre Stolt, Lars Mygind Bojsen, Mads Ilum, Thomas Weincke, and Tue Ravnholt Frandsen. Vinther is noted for advising major corporate clients and private equity investors, while Stolt and Ilum provide expertise across structuring, governance, and capital markets. Weincke and Ravnholt Frandsen are key figures in high-profile and structured transactions.

Practice head(s):

Henrik Juul Hansen; Jacob Vinther; Kristian Lykkeholm Klausen; Kåre Stolt; Lars Mygind Bojsen; Mads Ilum; Thomas Weincke; Tue Ravnholt Frandsen;  Poul Jagd Mogensen; Camilla Holstener Fahrenholtz

Other key lawyers:

Alan Pai; Anne Zeuthen Løkkegaard; Torben Nørskov

Testimonials

‘Kristian Klausen is sharp but also solution-oriented. Both parties feel that they are being taken seriously.’

‘The team has M&A specialisation and top-notch individuals which makes the firm the top pick in Denmark for transaction advice.’

‘Kåre Stolt has outstanding commercial and strategic understanding complementing strong legal advice.’

‘They have a very strong commercial team and are consistently high performing.’

‘Tue Ravnholt Frandsen is very commercial and always solution-oriented.’

‘Thomas Weincke is a seasoned M&A lawyer in all respects. He continues to be deeply involved in M&A transactions and applies his wealth of experience effectively to reach solutions for the benefit of all parties. He is pragmatic with a strong commercial understanding and a strong sense of focusing on the viral few issues that really matter.’

‘The team has a very strong technical understanding of non-legal matters.’

‘Torben Nørskov has a unique talent for simplifying hardcore law and making it operational for the client. This, together with Torben’s technical understanding of the client’s business, ensures that the client always receives very capable advice and also in a timely manner. You always get the impression that Torben gives you his full attention even if you know he is busy dealing with other clients/cases at the same time.’

Work highlights

  • Advised OK in connection with the acquisition of part of Coop Danmark.
  • Acted as legal advisor to Mitsubishi HC Capital in connection with a €700m investment in European Energy A/S.
  • Advised Ceridian in connection the acquisition of eloomi.

Denmark > Energy Tier 1

The renewable energy team at Accura Advokatpartnerselskab is a key adviser to leading Danish clients across the full lifecycle of local and global energy projects. Bolstering its core specialism in advising clients on large-scale wind power facilities, the firm offers broad expertise concerning sustainable fuels, biogas, and power-to-X mandates. Through the particular competencies of its practice co-heads, the team provides focused support across a project’s lifecycle: Jakob Østervang leads on corporate structuring and M&A mandates, while Peter Østergaard Nielsen and Anders Hørlyck Jensen assist with project development and contracting matters. Completing the firm’s offering, Anne-Sophie Bundesen  acts for clients concerning project commercialisation, offtake agreements, and regulations.

Practice head(s):

Jakob Østervang; Peter Østergaard Nielsen; Anders Hørlyck Jensen

Other key lawyers:

Tejs Degn Lethe Ernst; Jesper Philip; Anne-Sophie Bundesen

Testimonials

‘Accura’s team has a deep understanding of renewable energy markets and investments, which makes them a very valuable 360 Degree adviser for sustainable infrastructure investments- including corporate structures, JV set ups, energy marketing (PPAs) and procurement.’

‘Accura’s teams have been exceptional, providing excellent and timely advice on a number of transactions related to several large energy projects. Their knowledge of the industry is excellent and the team is fully international.’

‘They have the deep domain knowledge needed and have been able to make a global setup offering services where needed.’

‘The Accura team is in my opinion the best renewable energy and energy transition team in the Nordics. They have a unique track record over the last 15 years, and have, in addition to full control over the legal issues, in-depth understanding of all the commercial aspects of renewable energy and energy transition projects.’

‘Best renewables team in the market. They took the first mover advantage in a number of new technologies in the context of energy transition and power-to-x projects. The level of expertise and experience is second to none.’

‘Tejs Degn Leth Ernst’s deep understanding of renewable and hydrogen investments as well as his commitment and solution oriented mindset has been critical to close investment agreements in large-scale sustainable infrastructure globally.’

‘Anne-Sophie Bundesen’s expertise in energy marketing its exceptional. I particularly value her ability to structure power purchase agreements and to successfully lead negotiations.’

‘Jakob Østervang and Tejs Ernst are magnificent lawyers and advisers, but also very nice people. These are the advisers that you should choose preparing for a major transaction or court proceeding.’

Key clients

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners

GreenGo Energy Group

Marubeni Corporation

Stiesdal A/S

European Energy

Norlys

Better Energy

BioCirc

RWE

Invenergy

EDF Denmark

Towii Renewables

Avangrid Renewables

GreenVolt

EON

Copenhagen Energy

Fu-Gen AG

COP Frontier

Mitsubishi HC Capital Inc.

Wind Estate

Corio

Nature Energy Obton

Calum Energi

Iqony Solar Energy Solutions GmbH

Work highlights

  • Assisted Topsoe with the drafting and negotiation of all documentation relating to the joint venture partnership with Sasol to produce sustainable aviation fuel.
  • Acted as legal adviser to Mitsubishi HC Capital in connection with its €700m investment in renewables developer and operator European Energy A/S.
  • Advised BioCirc on all legal aspects in connection with the acquisition of German biogas engineering business North-Tec.

Denmark > EU, competition and public procurement Tier 1

The team at Accura Advokatpartnerselskab is praised for being ‘skilled and innovative’ and ‘providing services beyond what is expected.’ In addition to handling merger filings and transactional antitrust matters, the team is well-versed in investigations, criminal competition procedures, follow-on damages claims, and cases before the Competition Appeal Tribunal. The ‘attentive and professional’ Simon Evers Hjelmborg is highly regarded for his experience handling criminal bid-rigging cases and State Aid matters,  while the ‘business-oriented’ Christian Monberg is known for his expertise in the Danish and European antitrust and competition space. Public procurement and regulatory work remain core areas of focus, with Jesper Fabricius recognised for his ‘useful advice on matters within public procurement and laws relating to public budgets’. Amanda Lundby Langer stands out for her expertise in complex competition law matters.

Practice head(s):

Simon Evers Hjelmborg; Christian Monberg; Jesper Fabricius

Other key lawyers:

Amanda Lundby Langer; Henrik Bjarke Knudsen

Testimonials

‘The team is probably the best Danish team right now. The team is extremely tried and tested on merger approval cases where they have probably managed the most cases in Denmark, but the team is also incredibly knowledgeable in other competition law areas, as well as EU state aid cases and tender processes.’

‘Simon Hjelmborg is extremely attentive and professional. He is probably the best competition law private practitioner in Denmark with his massive knowledge and unique commercial mindset, continuously looking for solutions and enabling strong results for his clients on highly sophisticated cases.’

‘Jesper Fabricius is extremely knowledgeable. He provides us with very useful advice on matters within public procurement, competition law, laws relating to public budgets and even on public affairs he stands out.’

‘Simon Evers Hjelmborg and Henrik Bjarke Knudsen have a deep and thorough understanding of the client’s business and the markets they act on. As a client you feel valued and prioritised. Both individuals are great at keeping things professional while adding a light touch of cheerful moods ensuring that it is never dull working with them.’

‘The team is smart and pleasant to work with. They have been real sparring partners on the deal of the year here in Denmark and have exhibited an ability to interact credibly in many different circumstances with widely different groups of people – real human skills. They also use their teams directly with us and seem to treat them with a lot of respect, which is important to us.’

‘The partners have exhibited a unique ability to simplify what could have been an impossibly complex deal. They combine real common sense and practical application with the formalities of law to allow for a deal, that is understood and easily communicated. I would not hesitate to use them again.’

‘The team is extremely skilled and innovative within the legal framework. The team provides a service beyond what is expected – they ensure a clear reconciliation of scope expectations, are very attentive and reflective, very modern in communication and services, provide large and necessary capacity, show a great understanding of the business and deliver very high quality.’

‘Christian Monberg is very well experienced within this area, and is at the same time very business oriented, which enables him to deliver very valuable assessments and legal advice on complex matters. ’

Key clients

Saint-Gobain

EQT

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners

Johnson & Johnson

Leo Pharma

Shield AI

Work highlights

  • Represented PKA Pension in a high-profile criminal court action brought by the Danish National Unit for Special Crime, accusing PKA Pension of unlawful market sharing and tender coordination with its competitors.
  • Assisted the Danish Energy company OK in obtaining record Phase 1 merger approval subject to complex remedies for its DKK2bn acquisition of parts of Coop Danmark.
  • Successfully assisted Hamamatsu Photonics in obtaining Danish FDI approval for the acquisition of the Danish company NKT Photonics after initial objection due to national security concerns in May 2022.

Denmark > Information technology Tier 1

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab‘s IT practice understands ‘specific legal nuances in the industry’ and is well-versed across the information technology and a range of outsourcing arrangements. This extends to IT and outsourcing dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, business process outsourcing agreements, and technology-focused mergers and acquisitions. The practice leader René Thornfeldt is highly regarded by clients for his ‘extensive industry knowledge’ and deep understanding of the business drivers behind transactions, including IT acquisition and development projects as well as large-scale outsourcing arrangements. Mathias Ekstrøm specialises in complex global facility management outsourcing projects, outsourcing processes, and the IT aspects of M&A transactions, while Anne Mette Sand Nielsen focuses on outsourcing projects and the development of IT services within the finance and insurance sectors.

Practice head(s):

René Thornfeldt

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘High knowledge on subject matter items and specific legal nuances in the industry.’

‘Sebastian Nilsson and René Thornfeldt are very skilful and provide valuable advice and execution.’

‘Strategic negotiation, life and pension software market-intelligence.’

‘René Thornfeldt is an extraordinary capacity to engage with. His extensive industry knowledge and the way he shares guidance and reflections is a pleasure to experience.’

Key clients

Fiskars Corporation

FLSmidth & Co. A/S

LEO Pharma A/S

VELUX A/S

CBRE

Merck & Co., Inc.

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners P/S

Work highlights

  • Advised FLSmidth A/S on the global business process outsourcing of its transactional F&A activities.
  • Advised Fiskars Oyj Abp in relation to the tender of the global IT operations as well as an ERP integrating program for the acquired Georg Jensen business.
  • Advised Forca A/S legally and commercially in the renegotiation of its agreement with Edlund regarding Forca’s IT core system.

Denmark > Insolvency Tier 1

The ‘extremely competent’ restructuring and insolvency team at Accura Advokatpartnerselskab is renowned for its transactional focus, particularly with international financial institutions, private equity funds and key players in the financial sector, including banks, accounting firms and pension funds. The addition of the M&A restructuring team has further enhanced the firm’s insolvency practice. Leadership is shared by Søren Aamann Jensen, who is praised by clients as ‘one of the most experienced lawyers in Denmark,’ and Charlotte Damsbo Lose, who specialises in advising banks, financial creditors and businesses on non-performing loans, distressed business relationships and reorganisation matters. Jensen also advises on designing restructuring strategies for business foundations, aiming to prevent or minimise the need for potential future insolvency proceedings.

Practice head(s):

Søren Aamann Jensen; Charlotte Damsbo Lose

Testimonials

‘Besides being highly skilled and constructive, Søren Aamann and Charlotte Lose have really been a pleasure to work with and have shown great empathy to us as a client.’

‘Søren Aamann Jensen lead the insolvency team at Accura. Søren has a creative legal and commercial approach to restructuring and distressed transactions. Charlotte Damsbo Lose, who has worked alongside Søren for more than 10 years, also stands out.’

‘The practice is lead by an outstanding individual, Søren Aamann Jensen. He is one of the most experienced insolvency lawyers in Denmark.’

‘Experience, speed and pragmatism.’

‘Søren Aamann Jensen is, in my opinion, the number one commercially orientated insolvency lawyer in Denmark.’

‘The Accura team is extremely competent, with a commercial mindset and having a solution-oriented approach. The team is in it for a solution and not a transaction per se.’

Key clients

Danske Bank

Nordea Bank

Nykredit Bank

Spar Nord

Anders Hofmann Kønigsfeldt

Work highlights

  • Advised Gefion Insurance in bankruptcy proceedings, with 20,000 open claims in Ireland, the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Poland and Denmark.
  • Advised Greenland Ruby in its restructuring proceedings.
  • Advised Top-Toy A/S throughout its bankruptcy proceedings.

Denmark > Insurance Tier 1

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab‘s ‘capable and experienced’ team offers comprehensive legal services for the insurance industry, covering both contentious and non-contentious matters. The team has extensive experience handling disputes and litigation, particularly in areas such as Directors and Officers (D&O) liability, product liability, and warranty and indemnity insurance. Team leader Jacob Møller Dirksen advises international and domestic insurance firms on complex litigation and arbitration matters. He is also client’s ‘preferred choice on difficult and high risk cases.’ Daniel Haue Jakobsson is another key member, noted for his experience in providing advice to global businesses.

Practice head(s):

Jacob Møller Dirksen

Other key lawyers:

Josephine Friis Schouenborg; Daniel Haue Jakobsson

Testimonials

‘All the individuals I have worked with have been very accomplished lawyers which understand that legal issues very often are rooted in commercial considerations. The Accura individuals understand how to seamlessly combine the two elements, often resulting in the best result for their clients.’

‘High quality regarding property claims and claims on financial lines.’

‘Jacob Møller Dirksen is undoubtedly one of the best on insurance matters. He is very honest, approachable and handles any case or matter with great dedication and fairness. He is our preferred choice on difficult and high risk cases.’

‘Strong presence in the insurance arena. Jakob Møller Dirksen and Daniel Haue Jakobsson have built a sizeable insurance client base over the past 5 years and they are very visible in the market.’

‘Jakob Møller Dirksen is a switched-on attorney with a strong personality which makes him eligible as a trusted advisor for any type of client.’

‘I have worked with Jacob Møller Dirksen for a number of years. He is very reliable. His work is good and turn around is efficient.’

‘Accura has a very capable and experienced team which is second to none in combining their very specific legal knowledge and detail with a commercial sense and understand.’

‘I worked in particular with Josephine Friis Schouenborg whom I thought had a mature and operative approach. I have been on arbitration panels with Jacob Møller Dirksen a couple of times and appreciate his straight forward approach.’

Key clients

Swiss Re Insurance

Allianz Insurance

Zurich Insurance

AXA Insurance

MSIG Insurance Europe AG

Work highlights

  • Advised a global accounting firm and its liability insurer in a DKK90m lawsuit involving claims for damages related to professional negligence, brought by a bankruptcy estate.
  • Advised a former board member and founder of a large company on potential management liability concerning an expected claim exceeding DKK100m.
  • Advised a W&I insurer in connection with several warranty and indemnity claims totalling DKK130m, following the acquisition of one of Denmark’s largest construction and real estate development companies.

Denmark > Intellectual property Tier 1

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab’s dedicated IP and life sciences practice is renowned for delivering specialised, in-depth knowledge and tailored solutions across all IP areas. The team advises prominent clients on a wide range of matters, from complex patent cases to cutting-edge trademark and copyright issues. With expertise in the growing renewable energy sector, they provide strategic counsel and handle IP-intensive investments and transactions. The practice manages extensive IP portfolios, including active trademark registrations in Denmark, the EU, Norway, and Switzerland. They are also at the forefront of 3D printing, robotics, and AI-related industries. Led by Morten Bruus, a seasoned litigator with vast experience in IP and renewable energy intersections, the team includes Søren Christian Søborg Andersen, with over 20 years of IP and patent litigation expertise; Christina Type Jardorf, head of IP prosecution; and Armin Sarvan, experienced in patent litigation and broader IP issues.

Practice head(s):

Morten Bruus

Other key lawyers:

Søren Christian Søborg Andersen; Christina Type Jardorf; Christoffer Ege Andersen; Armin Sarvan; Melissa Tronier Kapper

Testimonials

‘Top-tier IP team, expertly managed by Morten Bruus.’

‘Søren Christian Søborg Andersen is among the best patent litigators in Denmark.’

‘The Accura intellectual property team is both broad and very knowledgeable. The team is exceptionally strong, knowledgeable and easy to work with in litigation and litigation strategy. They bring great experience to the table and are always ready to engage.’

‘We have particularly worked together with Søren Christian Søborg Andersen and Morten Bruus and are really impressed with their attention to detail and level of engagement. They have loads of experience in the litigation field in Denmark and are in a really good position to provide precise advice in a timely manner. Always a genuine pleasure to work with both.’

‘A highly skilled and very efficient team of trademark lawyers with in-depth knowledge of case law and business insights.’

‘Christina Type Jardorf is one of the leading trademark lawyers in Denmark and certainly a stand-out lawyer of Accura’s team.’

‘The IP team at Accura is great at combining business abilities, strategy and needs with solid legal knowledge and litigation skills resulting in high-quality advice at all levels and functions. The teams cover all aspects of IP, life science and marketing law and our case was a litigation matter covering both questions on know-how, trade secrets, copyrights, unfair marketing behaviour and use of business signs and information.’

‘We worked with Christina Type Jardorf, who is very experienced and who really cared about our business and personal interests. She always delivered on time, had very high ethics and was very clear and pragmatic in her communication in order to secure our interests and expectations. We can wholeheartedly recommend her as highly professional and competent in IP matters.’

Key clients

SORACOM

Lenus eHealth

WobbleWorks, Inc.

Sandoz

BowntyNova

Organon

Edwards Lifesciences

Merck, Sharp & Dohme (Merck & Co., Inc./MSD Danmark ApS)

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners

Huawei Technologies (Denmark) ApS

Sony Europe B.V. NL

Area9 Invest ApS/Area9 Technologies ApS/Area9 Lyceum ApS

Polar Jewelry

Fiskars Group

KOAN A/S

Noord ApS

Goertek Inc.

NIKE Retail B.V.

Converse Netherlands BV

Saint-Gobain Distribution Denmark A/S

Roche Diagnostics A/S

Sanofi A/S

AstraZeneca A/S

Eli Lilly and Company

l’Oréal S.A.

Oterra A/S

Pas Normal Studios ApS

Noma (Noma af 2003 ApS – restaurant group) Lagkagehuset A/S (Ole&Steen)

Dulong Fine Jewellery A/S

A-Apoteket

Gubi Furniture

Novartis Gene Therapies EU Limited

Lactalis Nordic BookBeat AB

FluoGuide A/S

AM Hub

CSL Vifor AG

Triband A/S

Work highlights

  • Represented Edwards Lifesciences Corporation in PI proceedings involving patents covering prosthetic heart valves and associated devices.
  • Advised Ottobock on their acquisition of Sahva A/S, a leading professional supply network for orthopaedic technology in Denmark.
  • Advised Fiskars Group on their acquisition of design legacy company Georg Jensen in a transaction where especially copy-, design and trademark rights as well as royalty payments under IP contracts played a vital role.

Denmark > Real estate and construction Tier 1

The ‘extremely professional’ Accura Advokatpartnerselskab team is renowned for its ‘incredibly sharp’ expertise in all aspects of real estate transactions, advising domestic and international investors, real estate developers, and construction contractors, with strength in the hotel industry, planning and regulatory matters, and rental disputes. Team leader Jakob Schou Midtgaard excels in complex transactions and negotiations, with extensive experience advising clients on property and portfolio acquisitions and divestments. Anders Friis, praised as a ‘top lawyer’ who is both ‘committed’ and ‘loyal,’ brings expertise across all areas of commercial real estate and property development. Luise Christensen and Lars Bruun are key members of the team and highly valued by clients.

Practice head(s):

Jakob Schou Midtgaard

Testimonials

‘Anders Friis is probably the best connected and most innovative lawyer in the market.’

‘It’s a big strength that they are so well-connected to the real estate industry. Very deal oriented and often good at focusing on solutions in order to get the deal through.’

‘Professional and hands-on legal assistance on a project development level. Tailor-made, taking into account not only the mere legal aspect but also the specific circumstances of the case, the market and the objectives of the client.’

‘Lars Bruun has highly added value for our investment team. He always keeps his cool to guide us through difficult situations under challenging conditions and timing but still finding the solution that is in the best interest of the company. A good negotiator and dealmaker.’

‘Overall, Accura is incredibly sharp when it comes to legal advice in real estate.’

‘The Accura real estate team are extremely professional, always leaving the impression that advising the clients is the no. 1 priority. You get the impression that you are working with a market leader within its field. They are always aware of the market practices and not least latest market knowledge, which can be used in contract making and negotiations.’

‘Luise Christensen is a key partner for our business and she is beside her capabilities within the legal technical field also aware of advising a business such as ours, in how to create the best long term values from in both the transactions and the asset management. She is a superb lawyer and constantly improves her skills.’

‘I mainly work with Anders Friis. Top lawyer and a great guy on a personal level. Extremely committed, very commercially minded and loyal.’

Key clients

ATP Pension

Danica Pension

Skanska

Niam

Ares

Patrizia

Franklin Templeton

Invesco

Aviva Investors

M&G

CBRE Global Investment Partners

Oaktree Capital Management

Hines

Starwood

LaSalle

Angelo Gordon

Swiss Life

Nuveen

EQT

ICG

Brunswick

Work highlights

  • Advised SquareMeter in entering a joint venture with Nrep to develop Copenhagen’s Sydhavn into a sustainable residential community, with a deal value of DKK820m.
  • Advised Birch Ejendomme on the DKK1.3bn sale of a portfolio comprising 8 target companies with 667 row houses in Sealand and Jutland.
  • Advised AP Ejendomme P/S on the tender and purchase of a building plot in Nordhavn, Copenhagen, from Udviklingsselskabet By & Havn I/S, which will house the new domicile for Nykredit Bank and AP Pension.

Denmark > Capital markets Tier 2

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab’s team advises on a wide array of equity capital market transactions, representing Danish issuers, international investment banks and shareholders. Praised for its ‘deep practical knowledge’, the team excels in M&A-related capital markets transactions and capital raisings. The practice is headed up by Anne Zeuthen Løkkegaard and Martin Allan Christensen, who are both regarded as go-to advisers for equity transactions, including listings, takeovers, secondary offerings, rights issuances and direct placements.

Practice head(s):

Anne Zeuthen Løkkegaard; Martin Allan Christensen

Testimonials

‘A very strong team and deep practical knowledge and understanding.’

‘I strongly recommend Anne Zeuthen Løkkegaard.’

Key clients

Alm. Brand A/S

OrderYOYO A/S

Vestjysk Bank A/S

Relesys A/S

H+H International A/S

Spar Nord Bank A/S

Fast Ejendom Denmark A/S

Danske Bank

Nordea

Nykredit

MapsPeople A/S

Brøndby IF

Pharma Equity Group A/S

Napatech A/S

Park Street A/S

Work highlights

  • Acted as Danish legal counsel to a consortium of banks in a DKK9bn capital raise of Coloplast A/S through the issuance of new shares in a directed issue and private placement through an accelerated book-building process.
  • Advised Relesys A/S in connection with Copilot Capital Limited’s public takeover of Relesys A/S and the subsequent delisting of Relesys A/S.
  • Advised Luxion Group ApS and Cro Capital in connection with Luxion Group ApS’ public takeover of Digizuite A/S and the subsequent delisting of Digizuite.

Denmark > Data privacy and data protection Tier 2

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab’s dedicated data protection and cybersecurity team has extensive experience in privacy and data protection law, with particular expertise in the health, life sciences, financial, insurance, and employment sectors. The team represents large national and international companies on a wide range of assignments, including full-scale compliance projects, GDPR audits, IT risk mapping, due diligence, and drafting GDPR codes of conduct. They also provide data protection officer services and have developed a risk assessment module and audit scheme. Led by Jens Harkov Hansen, a seasoned professional with over 18 years of experience advising Denmark’s largest businesses, the team is further strengthened by Dan Ermose, who brings over two decades of expertise in IT contracts, outsourcing, and handling data in regulated industries such as finance and insurance.

Practice head(s):

Jens Harkov Hansen

Other key lawyers:

Dan Ermose; Rasmus Holm Pedersen

Testimonials

‘What sets Jens Harkov Hansen’s team apart is his deep understanding of both legal frameworks and the technology that underpins data protection legislation.’

‘Jens Harkov Hansen is to the best of my knowledge the absolute most knowledgeable lawyer in the country when it comes to privacy law.’

‘The team is exceptional in their ability to offer practical, tailored solutions that truly address our specific challenges.’

‘The team have a remarkable ability to conceptualise practical solutions to data protection challenges. He is extremely collaborative, accessible and solution-focused.’

‘Highly skilled team that manages to combine legal advice with commercial understanding and insight.’

‘Jens Harkov Hansen has an exceptional understanding of data privacy and data protection and with him, on our side, we always feel comfortable and well-prepared to make the right legal decisions.’

Key clients

GF Forsikring A/S

Fiskars Group

North Risk A/S

Lessor Group A/S

Birch Ejendomme ApS

Undersøgelseskommissionen om SKAT

OK a.m.b.a.

BL boligselsksbernes landsforening

Work highlights

  • Assisted GF Forsikring A/S with GDPR compliance matters.
  • Assisted Fiskars Group with various data protection matters in relation to outsourcing of IT services.
  • Assisted North Risk A/S with group GDPR compliance matters.

Denmark > Dispute resolution Tier 2

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab’s dispute resolution team is renowned for its strong focus on complex and high-value disputes, attracting significant domestic and international mandates. The practice covers a broad spectrum of commercial disputes, with particular expertise in corporate, M&A, the financial sector, professional liability, insurance, restructuring, and insolvency. The team is led by Jacob Møller Dirksen, who is highly regarded for handling high-value and intricate cases, including commercial arbitration, corporate and M&A disputes, and financial sector litigation. Daniel Haue Jakobsson adds extensive experience in arbitration and litigation, specialising in commercial disputes involving M&A, insurance law, damages, and contractual liability.

Practice head(s):

Jacob Møller Dirksen

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘They are very competent and understand key issues quickly.’

‘Jacob Møller Dirksen is a superstar and has my highest recommendation. He is sharp, to the point and very good in court. He also works as an arbitrator, which is clear proof that his peers in Denmark trust and respect him. He will shine in the Danish litigation scene for many years to come.’

‘I believe that the teams have a strength when it comes to post-M&A disputes partly due to Accura’s position in the M&A market. Besides their strength within post-M&A disputes, Jacob Møller Dirksen is very experienced in professional liability and D&O liability, including on insurance matters.’

‘Accura’s dispute team, led by Jacob Møller Dirksen, has delivered absolute sterling service to us. Their view of the big picture, combined with an eye for detail and key legal points, are just invaluable and when their legal drafting and command of the English legal language are added, you do not get a stronger team.’

‘Daniel Haue Jacobsson is a very competent up-and-coming partner. He is very pleasant and well-liked and cares a lot for both his cases and employees.’

‘Accura has a very strong litigation/arbitration team, particularly in insurance-related matters, and they are very pleasant to work with.’

‘Jakob Møller Dirksen is a strong personality both legally skilled and with a personality to match any client’s requirements for a trusted advisor.’

‘Accura’s team is gifted and strategic advisors. They maintain their focus on the case and its optimal solution.’

Key clients

Meta

SONY

Allianz

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners

Zurich Insuranc

e Arbejdernes Landsbank

PFA

E.ON

Swiss Re

Twitter

Baker Tilly

Nivalion

Babcock Wanson

Saint-Gobain

AP Pension

Align Technology Inc.

Aegean Airlines

The Danish Institute of Arbitration

Saxo Bank

AXA Insurance

MSIG Insurance Europe AG

Crawford & Company

Sanofi

Olympic Air

Nike

Merck

BTV Multimedia GmbH

Bach Gruppen

Nomeco A/S

Vertic A/S

Catacap Management

Work highlights

  • Advising a former board member and founder of a large company regarding the potential liability of the management with an expected claim in the excess of DKK100m.
  • Representing a biogas producer in a major and complex DKK365m+ post-M&A dispute regarding one of its acquisitions.
  • Representing an American aerospace and defence technology company in a highly complex lawsuit against a Danish ministry regarding the legality of an annulment of a tender related to a framework agreement, which holds a potential value of DKK1.3bn.

Denmark > Employment Tier 2

Clients commend Accura Advokatpartnerselskab’s employment practice for its ‘laser-sharp focus’ and ‘innovative solutions’. Renowned for its expertise in M&A-related employment matters, the team also provides comprehensive advice across a wide range of employment matters, including incentive and equity-based schemes and internal employment investigations. The team’s strong international network allows it to advise Danish and international clients. Practice heads Morten Langer and Nicolai Hesgaard are both reputable experts in the private labour market and lead complex employment matters related to large-scale corporate transactions, among other matters. Sebastian Alexander Buchwald is another key contact, advising on TUPE, collective redundancies, incentive schemes, and the employment aspects of M&A.

Practice head(s):

Morten Langer; Nicolai Hesgaard

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘The team is extremely factual with a laser-sharp focus on the relevant facts. Accura is the “go-to” address for all of our clients in need of legal and ancillary support in Denmark. They have also proven to be an excellent hub for business in all of the Nordics.’

‘Morten Langer and Sebastian Alexander Buchwald are my main contacts. Both stand out not only for their legal excellence but also for how accessible they are. Both Morten and Sebastian make it incredibly easy for the stakeholders to feel “at home” immediately. They induce an immediate atmosphere of trust, legal and business competence, as well as openness, which facilitates getting to the point of issues.’

‘Sebastian Alexander Buchwald has helped our company grow with new contracts and support during challenging times.’

‘Always very pragmatic and hands-on. Timely advice.’

‘Morten Langer and Sebastian Alexander Buchwald are always only a phone call away and can provide timely support needed when working on tasks with very tight timelines.’

‘Very high-quality advice and service.’

‘The team that we have worked with is always very dedicated. Their communication is clear and timely, ensuring we are kept in the loop at all times. They demonstrate a deep understanding of the legal issues and provide excellent and balanced advice. I highly recommend their services.’

‘Accura has a unique way of making excellent legal solutions that not only fit the purpose but are also tailored to the clients’ culture and way of doing business. They always manage to deliver innovative solutions to your legal problem that not only give the best possible solution but also the best possible solution considering the people involved.’

Key clients

Genmab

Biogen

Hapaq-Llyod

SSP Group

Weibel Scientific

GN Store Nord

Helly Hansen

ABB

Lundbeck

Ferring

AstraZeneca

BGC Partners

Ældresagen

Radiometer Medical (Danaher)

Azolver

Danmarks Eksport- og Investeringsfond (EIFO)

PKA Ejendomme

MSD

Rema1000

Carlsberg

Denmark > Tax Tier 2

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab’s tax team is integral to the firm’s leading position in Danish M&A, offering second-to-none expertise across M&A, real estate, renewable energy, and fund formation. Collaborating closely with the firm’s broader teams, the tax department plays a pivotal role in large and complex deals. The team advises key clients in the private equity and venture capital sectors, implementing incentive programmes and structuring management reinvestments while excelling in real estate value taxes and disputes with tax authorities. Led by Poul Erik Lytken, who focuses on tax and VAT in M&A and real estate transactions, the team also includes Christopher Erik Oldenburg, specialising in the tax and VAT treatment of real estate and renewable transactions, indirect taxation, and EU VAT legislation.

Practice head(s):

Poul Erik Lytken

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘Great combination of hands-on project management with a pragmatic approach to supporting their clients and consistently delivering a high-quality end-product within the timeline requested. It is clear that they have a high level of in-house expertise when it comes to all tax and structuring matters.’

‘Poul Erik Lytken has incredible knowledge of tax law and structuring, but with a pragmatic approach to how to execute it into practice. Knows when to prioritise each project and will show up on short notice when needed.’

‘Great collaboration skills and always to-the-point advice.’

‘The team, as with the rest of Accura, appears quite focused on matters related to M&A-transactions and show particular strengths when it comes to M&A tax matters.’

‘Poul Erik Lytken leads the team and advises clients in a quiet, unassuming and trustworthy manner.’

‘The team is very pragmatic and solution-oriented. ’

‘Christopher Erik Oldenburg is an absolute leading individual in the Danish market for indirect taxation. He is also very well-connected and very pleasant to be around.’

‘Their team is highly qualified and it’s one of the best teams for tax work in Denmark.’

Key clients

Alm. Brand A/S

Danmarks Eksport- og Investeringsfond

ATP Ejendomme A/S

Dayforce, Inc.

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners

Nordic Real Estate Partners

CataCap

AP Pension

TopDanmark

Axcel

Work highlights

  • Advised energy company OK in connection with their acquisition of part of Danish grocery retail group Coop Danmark in a DKK2bn transaction.
  • Advised the Danish insurance company, Alm. Brand Forsikring A/S in connection with the sale of its energy and marine activities Energi & Marine to the Norwegian insurance company Gard for a total price of DKK1.6bn.
  • Advised the publicly listed US software company Dayforce, Inc. in connection with their acquisition of the Danish software company eloomi.

Denmark > Telecoms Tier 2

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab’s IT and outsourcing department is highly active in telecom-related tenders and managed service contracts. The team advises national and international telecom system suppliers and operators on a broad spectrum of telecom issues, including contract drafting, negotiation, tenders, and regulatory matters. Leveraging its prominent M&A practice, the team often plays a key role in major telecoms transactions. The department is led by René Thornfeldt, one of Denmark’s most experienced telecom project advisors. Peter Brask Tind, with over 14 years of expertise, focuses on IT, technology, and telecom matters, advising on the sale and purchase of IT and technology-based businesses and negotiating complex transitional service agreements.

Practice head(s):

René Thornfeldt

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘Top-tier law firm, very commercially minded and we appreciate their flexibility to be available even to respond to urgencies around the clock.’

‘René Thornfeldt is an exceptional dealmaker and can drive projects forward. He never hesitates to voice his opinion which is usually very valuable.’

Key clients

Norlys a.m.b.a.

Tagger Nordic ApS

8×8 UK Limited

Alcatel-Lucent/Alcatel Submarine Networks Denmark ApS

Ericsson

Soracom DK ApS

Saint-Gobain Distribution Denmark A/S

Vonage

Megaport (Ireland) Limited

VoCoVo

Mono Solutions ApS

Dansk Sundhedssikring A/S

ConnectedYou Europe ApS

EWII Group

Work highlights

  • Advised EWII, which sold its fibre network business to the energy and telecommunications group, Norlys.
  • Advised Dansk Sundhedssikring A/S in relation to re-outsourcing of telecom services.
  • Advised 8×8 UK Limited on Danish regulatory requirements in relation to providing telecoms and other communication services in Denmark and is currently acting as contact person for the Danish National Police in relation to the communication services provider.

Taiwan > Projects and energy

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab leverages its capabilities as a Denmark-based firm to advise foreign investors in the Taiwanese projects and energy market, via its Singapore office and Taipei-based Teo Kah Wee.

As a leading Danish law firm, Accura is known for its high quality, solution-oriented legal advice and its strong sense of urgency and great understanding of deal dynamics. Accura is Denmark’s leading transactional law firm. Accura often represents foreign companies, investors and private equity companies acquiring Danish private and listed companies.

Department Name Email Telephone
Banking and finance Kim Toftgaard [email protected] +45 3078 6602
Banking and finance Mads Kjellerup Dambæk [email protected] +45 3078 6646
Capital markets Thomas Weincke [email protected] +45 3078 6678
Capital markets Kim Toftgaard [email protected] +45 3078 6602
Capital markets Mads Kjellerup Dambæk [email protected] +45 3078 6646
Capital markets Kåre Stolt [email protected] +45 3078 6600
Capital markets Henrik Juul Hansen [email protected] +45 3078 6740
Capital markets Mads Ilum [email protected] +45 3078 6726
Corporate and commercial Poul Jagd Mogensen [email protected] +45 3078 6743
Corporate and commercial Camilla Holstener Fahrenholtz [email protected] +45 3078 6643
EU and competition Jesper Fabricius [email protected] +45 3078 6786
EU and competition Simon Evers Hjelmborg [email protected] +45 3945 2903
EU and competition Christian Monberg [email protected] +45 3945 2901
Data protection/GDPR Jens Harkov Hansen [email protected] +45 3078 6687
Dispute Resolution Jacob Møller Dirksen [email protected] +45 3078 6701
Dispute Resolution Poul Jagd Mogensen [email protected] +45 3078 6743
Employment Morten Langer [email protected] +45 3078 6604
Employment Nicolai Hesgaard [email protected] +45 3078 6641
Infrastructure Jesper Fabricius [email protected] +45 3078 6786
Insurance Jacob Møller Dirksen [email protected] +45 3078 6701
Intellectual property Morten Bruus [email protected] +45 3078 6695
IT and outsourcing René Thornfeldt [email protected] +45 3078 6708
Life science Morten Bruus [email protected] +45 3078 6695
Mergers and acquisitions Henrik Juul Hansen [email protected] +45 3078 6740
Mergers and acquisitions Jacob Vinther [email protected] +45 3078 6688
Mergers and acquisitions Kristian Lykkeholm Klausen [email protected] +45 3078 5770
Mergers and acquisitions Kâre Stolt [email protected] +45 3078 6600
Mergers and acquisitions Mads Ilum [email protected] +45 3078 6726
Mergers and acquisitions Thomas Weincke [email protected] +45 3078 6678
Mergers and acquisitions Tue Ravnholt Frandsen [email protected] +45 3078 6699
Mergers and acquisition Lars Mygind Bojsen [email protected] +45 3078 6721
Private equity Henrik Juul Hansen [email protected] +45 3078 6740
Private equity Jacob Vinther [email protected] +45 3078 6688
Private Equity Kristian Lykkeholm Klausen [email protected] +45 3078 5770
Private Equity Kåre Stolt [email protected] +45 3078 6600
Private Equity Mads Ilum [email protected] +45 3078 6726
Private equity Thomas Weincke [email protected] +45 3078 6678
Real estate and construction Anders Friis [email protected] +45 3078 8380
Real estate and construction Jakob Schou Midtgaard [email protected] +45 3078 8382
Real estate and construction Luise Christensen [email protected] +45 3078 8381
Real estate and construction Rikke Maria Falck Jensen [email protected] +45 3078 8379
Tax Poul Erik Lytken [email protected] +45 3078 6796
Restructuring and insolvency Søren Aamann Jensen [email protected] +45 3078 6669
M&A Restructuring Søren Aamann Jensen [email protected] +45 3078 6669
Energy Jakob Østervang [email protected] +45 3945 0122
Energy Peter Østergaard Nielsen [email protected] +45 3945 0124
Energy Anders Hørlyck Jensen [email protected] +45 3945 0123
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Søren Aamann Jensen photo Mr Søren Aamann Jensen Partner
Søren Christian Søborg Andersen photo Mr Søren Christian Søborg Andersen Partner
Lars Bruun photo Mr Lars Bruun Associate Partner
Morten Bruus photo Mr Morten Bruus Partner
Anne-Sophie Bundesen photo Ms Anne-Sophie Bundesen Partner
Luise Christensen photo Mrs Luise Christensen Partner
Martin Allan Christensen photo Mr Martin Allan Christensen Partner
Jon Dyhre Hansen photo Mr Jon Dyhre Hansen Partner.
Tejs Dyrvig Ernst photo Mr Tejs Dyrvig Ernst Partner  
Kristian Engkjær Sørensen photo Mr Kristian Engkjær Sørensen Associate Partner
Dan Ermose photo Mr Dan Ermose Associate Partner
Jesper Fabricius photo Mr Jesper Fabricius Partner.
Rikke Maria Falck Jensen photo Mrs Rikke Maria Falck Jensen Partner
Anders Friis photo Mr Anders Friis Partner
Lise Grothen photo Ms Lise Grothen Partner
Pernille Guld photo Mrs Pernille Guld Director
Jens Harkov Hansen photo Mr Jens Harkov Hansen Partner, Head of Data Protection
Daniel Haue Jakobsson photo Mr Daniel Haue Jakobsson Partner
Nicolai Hesgaard photo Mr Nicolai Hesgaard Partner
Louise Hilligsøe Nørgaard photo Mrs Louise Hilligsøe Nørgaard Partner
Simon Evers Hjelmborg photo Mr Simon Evers Hjelmborg Partner
Camilla Holstener Fahrenholtz photo Mrs Camilla Holstener Fahrenholtz Partner
Anders Hørlyck Jensen photo Mr Anders Hørlyck Jensen Partner
Mads Ilum photo Mr Mads Ilum Partner
Poul Jagd Mogensen photo Mr Poul Jagd Mogensen Partner.
Christina Type Jardorf photo Mrs Christina Type Jardorf Associate Partner
Noel Strange-Obel Johansen photo Mr Noel Strange-Obel Johansen Partner
Henrik Juul Hansen photo Mr Henrik Juul Hansen Partner
Christian Kjærgaard photo Mr Christian Kjærgaard Partner
Mads Kjellerup Dambæk photo Mr Mads Kjellerup Dambæk Partner
Morten Langer photo Mr Morten Langer Partner
Anne Zeuthen Løkkegaard photo Ms Anne Zeuthen Løkkegaard Partner
Amanda Lundby Langer photo Ms Amanda Lundby Langer Director
Kristian Lykkeholm Klausen photo Mr Kristian Lykkeholm Klausen Partner
Poul Erik Lytken photo Mr Poul Erik Lytken Partner
Jacob Møller Dirksen photo Mr Jacob Møller Dirksen Partner
Christian Monberg photo Mr Christian Monberg Partner
Matthew Mulqueen photo Mr Matthew Mulqueen Partner
Lars Mygind Bojsen photo Mr Lars Mygind Bojsen Partner
Torben Nørskov photo Mr Torben Nørskov Partner
Peter Østergaard Nielsen photo Mr Peter Østergaard Nielsen Partner
Jakob Østervang photo Mr Jakob Østervang Partner
Alan Pai photo Mr Alan Pai Partner
Tue Ravnholt Frandsen photo Mr Tue Ravnholt Frandsen Partner
Jakob Schou Midtgaard photo Mr Jakob Schou Midtgaard Partner
Kåre Stolt photo Mr Kåre Stolt Partner.
René Thornfeldt photo Mr René Thornfeldt Partner.
Kim Toftgaard photo Mr Kim Toftgaard Partner.
Jacob Vinther photo Mr Jacob Vinther Partner.
Thomas Weincke photo Mr Thomas Weincke Partner.
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