Adv Martin Sandgren > Setterwalls > Stockholm, Sweden > Lawyer Profile

Setterwalls
STUREGATAN 10
PO BOX 1050
101 39 STOCKHOLM
Sweden

Work Department

M&A, Energy and infrastructure, Transport

Position

Partner

Martin is leading the way as head of Setterwalls’ Energy & Infrastructure division, focusing his practice on major energy and infrastructure projects and transactions.

His over two-decade long experience within the energy and infrastructure sectors has provided Martin with a deep understanding of the specific needs and requirements within these areas, uniquely positioning him as a leading legal expert and a highly sought-after resource for both international and domestic clients in need of advice on intricate and demanding legal issues. His unique experience has rendered him very well-versed when it comes to navigating the legislative and political aspects relevant to these sectors.

His practice covers a diverse spectrum including power and renewables, transmission and distribution, batteries, waste-to-energy, ports and terminals, pipelines, refineries, water management, and logistics and transport.

Career

2019 –           Setterwalls, Partner
2014 – 2019  Ince, London, Partner
2010 – 2014  Siemens Wind Power, Head of Legal
2008 – 2009  Kromann Reumert, Copenhagen
2002 – 2008  Weil Gothal & Manges, London

Languages

English, Danish, French and Italian

Memberships

International Bar Association, Swedish Bar Association

Education

2002             New York University, LL.M.
2001             University of Stockholm, LL.M.

Lawyer Rankings

Sweden > Shipping

Setterwalls’ maritime and transport law group handles a wide range of contentious and non-contentious matters, including shipping-related mergers and financings as well as international disputes concerning damages and loss of goods. The department represents both domestic and international clients, with a particularly strong reputation in acting for P&I Clubs. Stockholm-based practice head Åke Fors specialises in P&I matters, transport agreements, ship finance work, insurance claims, and accidents. Martin Sandgren boasts notable experience in charterparty, ship building, ship sale, and ship finance matters, while associate Samuel Pihl focuses on cargo and liability insurance mandates. Gothenburg-based senior associate Andréa Jällbrink stands out for her experience in international claims and disputes as well as contract negotiations.

Sweden > Energy

Setterwalls’ energy practice handles a wide range of transactional, regulatory and contentious matters in the sector. Jonas Frii has extensive experience advising international investors on the acquisition and financing of energy assets, with particular expertise handling domestic and pan-Nordic matters, including those concerning wind, hydro and solar power production. Tove Andersson has considerable wind energy market expertise as well as experience in large-scale permitting applications, while Martin Sandgren specialises in cross-border offshore wind projects, counting major names amongst his client base. The three partners jointly lead the group, which has offices in Malmö, Gothenburg and Stockholm. Senior associate Bruno Neumann plays a key role in the team, regularly advising on the M&A aspects of renewable energy projects.