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Magnusson Sweden
STORA NYGATAN 29
P.O. BOX 11467
SE-404 30 GOTHENBURG
Sweden

Sweden > Environment Tier 2

Magnusson Sweden’s environmental team offers broad combined expertise, including experience in permit applications under the Environment Code, arbitration proceedings, and wastewater treatment and contaminated soil issues. The department is instructed by several major public sector clients, including the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency and Swedish Agency for Marine and Water Management. Gothenburg-based Mårten Tagaeus, who has over 25 years’ contentious and non-contentious experience, leads the practice. Associate Sascha Andersson is also a key contact, assisting both private and public sector clients in connection with development projects.

Practice head(s):

Mårten Tagaeus

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘They are professional, correct, and focus on solving problems.’

‘Mårten Tagaeus has an excellent strategic approach to problems and challenges.’

‘Sascha Andersson and Mårten Tagaeus are a good mix of personal and professional.’

‘The team’s strength lies, in addition to their expertise, in the strategic approach to the client’s problems.’

‘The lawyers here are knowledgeable and hardworking as well as friendly but still sharp and to the point. They offer clear and persuasive argumentation in both verbal and written form.’

Key clients

Wallhamn AB

Jönköpings Kommun (Municipality of Jönköping)

Trosa Vagnhärads Mark AB

AB Gröna Lunds Tivoli (Parks & Resorts Scandinavia AB)

Hans Andersson Entreprenad AB

Gryaab AB

Varbergs Bostadsaktiebolag

Luleå Hamn AB

Sjöfartsverket (Swedish Maritime Administration)

Havs- och Vattenmyndigheten (Swedish Agency for Marine and Water Management)

Energimyndigheten (Swedish Energy Agency)

Naturvårdsverket (Swedish Environmental Protection Agency)

Work highlights

  • Assisting Wallhamn AB with its major port project, including the renovation of quays, in relation to an environmental permit application.
  • Representing the Municipality of Jönköping in a permit application for the municipality’s wastewater treatment plant named ‘Simsholmens avloppsreningsverk’.
  • Represented Trosa Vagnhärads Mark AB in the matter where the client was granted permit for environmentally hazardous activities and water activities concerning the construction and operation of one of Sweden’s largest landfills for inert waste.

Sweden > Insurance Tier 2

Magnusson Sweden’s insurance practice has considerable experience handling transactional, regulatory and contentious matters and counts several top-tier international insurance companies among its client base. Caroline Landerfors, leveraging her in-house insurance experience, leads the team; she regularly advises insurance companies, insurance distributors and financial service providers. Capital markets and finance expert Robert Karlsson also has notable experience in the field.

Practice head(s):

Caroline Landerfors

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘Magnusson sets a high standard for the industry with their profound knowledge of insurance. Regardless of the complexity of the issues in question, Magnusson consistently delivers.’

‘Caroline Landerfors is a star. She is highly skilled and qualified when it comes to insurance litigation. She is also always service minded and good at outlining tasks and then executing them.’

‘Caroline Landerfors has a profound understanding, not only of the insurance market and its regulatory landscape, but also of clients’ needs. This outstanding knowledge is complemented by her great communication skills.’

‘Caroline Landerfors always makes herself quickly available and is always on top of relevant topics within both insurance and adjacent areas. She combines great legal competence with impressive business understanding. She always has a holistic perspective to ensure all aspects are covered, while maintaining a pragmatic attitude and offering clear advice on the matter.’

‘Magnusson’s competitive edge boils down to one factor: the great judgement with which they answer both the questions clients have for them, but also the questions clients are yet to think about.’ 

‘Magnusson has a high degree of knowledge in the insurance area and always staff a great team with relevant competencies for the case at hand.’

Key clients

AMF Tjänstepension

AMF Fonder

AIG

AXA XL

Allianz

QBE

Berkley

ERV

Söderberg & Partners

ManyPets

ICA Försäkring

AmTrust

Fondo Solutions

Lysa

Rentfair/Ebie

Allina

Omocom

Work highlights

  • Provided assistance to AMF Tjänstepension and AMF Fonder in connection with a major internal audit project.
  • Providing coverage advice to AIG regarding a large and complex international product liability claim.
  • Advising Allianz on multiple contracts related to a global reinsurance program.

Sweden > Banking and finance Tier 3

Magnusson Sweden’s banking and finance regulatory practice advises a wide range of clients, including banks, investment houses, fund companies, payment services institutions, and insurance brokers, particularly in relation to regulatory matters. Practice head Robert Karlsson, also licensed to practice in New York, previously served as deputy executive director of the Swedish FSA’s consumer protection department. Insurance and financial services specialist Caroline Landerfors also plays a key role in the team.

Practice head(s):

Robert Karlsson

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘Magnusson’s banking and finance team has deep and comprehensive knowledge of the complex laws and regulations on the financial market and offers advice in a broad range of fields, including in insurance distribution and investment services.’

‘Robert Karlsson has extensive experience from both the market and the Swedish financial regulator.’

‘Robert Karlsson and Caroline Landerfors provide unparalleled assistance in the regulatory field and the quality of their advisory service is excellent.’

‘Robert Karlsson stands out for his ability to navigate the complex regulatory landscape and provide clear and valuable advice regarding the views and expectations of the regulator. Robert’s extensive knowledge and his background at the financial regulator gives him a unique position to provide strategic and balanced guidance.’

‘Caroline Landerfors has vast experience of the insurance industry and offers insightful perspectives on regulatory issues. Caroline has deep knowledge of insurance and insurance distribution regulations and invaluable practical experience.’

‘The team stands out for its ability to understand not only businesses and the complex rules that surround businesses, but also the views, priorities, and expectations of the Swedish financial regulator.’

‘The team has a unique ability to look beyond the letter of the law and to apply the complex rules and regulations to the challenges of particular businesses in a comprehensive way.’

Work highlights

  • Providing regulatory and strategic advice to the financial services group Lysa Group AB, which contains several regulated entities, in a range of issues, including applications to the Swedish FSA.
  • Provided legal and regulatory support to the internal audit function at AMF Tjänstepension AB and AMF Fonder AB, as part of a major project carried out by the internal audit function.
  • Advised Fondo Solutions with a successful authorisation application to the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority to become authorised as a life insurance distributor in accordance with the local implementation of the insurance distribution directive.

Sweden > Data privacy and data protection Tier 3

Magnusson Sweden’s data protection and data privacy team handles a wide range of matters, including GDPR audits, personal data processing work, and impact assessments. Helena Rönqvist, who specialises in data privacy and regulatory issues in the e-commerce, social media and marketing spaces, leads the team alongside Caroline Landerfors, who is particularly experienced in outsourcing matters in the financial sector and GDPR issues.

Practice head(s):

Helena Rönqvist; Caroline Landerfors

Key clients

Fondo Solutions

Nordiska Galleriet

Svalna

ManyPets

Plint

Inex

Work highlights

  • Advising Spotlight Stock Market 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 Fondo on GDPR issues such as data processing agreements and providing strategic advice on data protection perspectives for its business model.
  • Advising Svalna on the privacy set-up on Svalna’s sustainability app.

Sweden > Employment Tier 3

Magnusson Sweden’s employment practice assists domestic and international clients with a wide variety of matters, including day-to-day labour law issues, the employment law aspects of mergers and restructurings, restrictive covenants, terminations, and redundancies. Magdalena Berg, who specialises in arbitration and litigation proceedings concerning terminations and trade secrets, leads the practice. Associate Christina Säll plays an important role in the team, advising on short-time work allowance, TUPE, and terminations, among other issues.

Practice head(s):

Magdalena Berg

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘Magdalena Berg is a smart and savvy lawyer.’

‘Magnusson is a good and reliable firm.’

Key clients

Intersolia Ltd

Nordiska Galleriet

Xiaomi

Varbergs Bostadsaktiebolag

Work highlights

  • Advised Xiaomi on several HR-related matters, inclusive internal investigations.
  • Advised Varbergs Bostadsaktiebolag on day-to-day employment law matters.
  • Advised Nordiska Galleriet on various employment issues, including management incentives.

Sweden > Healthcare and life sciences Tier 3

Possessing ‘undeniable‘ expertise, the team at Magnusson Sweden is known for its expansive experience in public procurement work, with particular emphasis placed on patient safety and workflows, in addition to advising on commercial matters relating to the public sector. ‘Great‘ practice head Morvarid Dorkhan Nilsson regularly assists clients with a broad range of mandates, including the negotiation and drafting of manufacturing agreements, internal ethical guidelines, and permittable modifications to public procurement contracts. Helena Rönqvist maintains an IP and marketing focused practice, handling numerous commercial and IT agreements, while Wille Steinert is noted for his expertise in supply chains and the implementation of international policies and regulatory requirements.

Practice head(s):

Morvarid Dorkhan Nilsson

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘They demonstrate the exceptional ability to be highly responsive to our specific needs on every occasion. One of their standout qualities is their capacity to rapidly comprehend and grasp the nuances of our situations and challenges. Every interaction feels as though we are their top priority, a sentiment that instills a strong sense of trust and partnership.’

‘Their expertise in our domain is undeniable, providing us with the confidence that our concerns are always framed within the correct legal context. Compared to other firms, their hands-on approach and tailored solutions truly set them apart.’

‘The individuals at the firm, much like the team as a whole, exemplify a dedication to understanding our specific needs. Among them, Morvarid Dorkhan Nilsson truly shines. She consistently nails the bullseye in grasping our requirements and delivering the right outcomes. Their level of personal commitment and expertise, especially from standout figures like Morvarid, is what sets them apart and adds immense value to our collaboration.’

‘We appreciated the high range of service areas covered by the firm, and the fact that we could work with a legal specialist who was knowledgeable in our industry.’

‘We highly appreciated working with Morvarid Dorkhan Nilsson. We were particularly appreciative of the business-oriented and goal-oriented approach to our case.’

‘Morvarid Dorkhan Nilsson is a great lawyer and communicator who has extensive business knowledge.’

Key clients

Becton Dickinson AB

Sedana Medical AB

Mediq Sverige AB

MediRum AB

Sverek AB

Continuum AB

Work highlights

  • Advised a global medical technology company on the complete review, implementation and alignment of global guidelines, policies and standard operating procedures to all Swedish laws and ethical guidelines applicable to medtech and pharmaceutical companies, with particular focus on interactions between the industry and the healthcare sector.
  • Assisted a publicly listed client within the medtech and pharmaceuticals industries, with particular focus on inhaled sedation. The team assisted with drafting and negotiating the necessary contract manufacturing agreements to outsource manufacturing.
  • Advised an innovative client on patient support programs, with detailing, analysing and complying with the framework of laws, industry standards and ethical guidelines applicable when implementing a patient support program in Sweden and Denmark.

Sweden > Public procurement Tier 3

Magnusson Sweden’s public procurement practice assists public authorities and suppliers throughout the whole procurement process, including in relation to investigations and claims for damages. The team has several leading clients in the life sciences sector, as well as expertise in the transport, real estate, and construction spaces. Practice head Morvarid Dorkhan Nilsson advises Swedish and international companies as well as public authorities. Ulf Djurberg is particularly active in the infrastructure, transport, energy and healthcare sectors.

Practice head(s):

Morvarid Dorkhan Nilsson

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘A great and responsive team with excellent client managements skills.’

‘Morvarid Dorkhan Nilsson is very competent in the public procurement area and also a talented people person. She is also always keen to do an excellent job for clients.’

‘The individuals at the firm, much like the team as a whole, exemplify a dedication to understanding clients’ specific needs. Among them, Morvarid Dorkhan Nilsson truly shines. She consistently nails the bullseye in grasping client requirements and delivering the right outcomes, even under significant time constraints.’

‘Morvarid Dorkhan Nilsson is a brilliant leader of her team. She picks the right colleagues to work with, has a humble attitude, and a genuine interest in understanding clients’ businesses, needs and goals.’ 

‘Wille Steinert stands out as having a massive working capacity. He has a very good talent for explaining technical terms, in an easy way, and always puts clients front and centre.’

‘They demonstrate an exceptional ability to be highly responsive to clients’ specific needs on every occasion. One of their standout qualities is their capacity to rapidly comprehend and grasp the nuances of situations and challenges. Their hands-on approach and tailored solutions truly set them apart.’

‘The team includes leading specialists on EU and Swedish procurement laws who are able to apply this knowledge to a diverse range of procurement scenarios involving novel forms of product types.’

‘Great personal approach with extensive knowledge in public procurement, especially in the healthcare sector.’

Key clients

Becton Dickinson AB

Lassila & Tikanoja

Mediq Sverige AB

MediRum AB

Certego AB

Stockholms Stadsbyggare entreprenad AB

Knowit Connectivity AB

Soner Temel Muhendislik Insaat Ve Ticaret A.S.

Varbergs Bostads AB

Intersolia Sweden AB

The municipality of Luleå

Götebors Egnahems AB

Sverek AB

Norrskenet Fastighetsförvaltning AB

Continuum AB

Explizit AB

Höglandets lås och säkerhet AB

Tomina AB

Work highlights

  • Advising a Swedish municipality on a review of a model using alternative financing to construct one of Europe’s largest infrastructure projects and the model’s compatibility and compliance with public procurement law.
  • Advising a treaty-based international organisation on identifying the potential applicability of EU and Swedish procurement law for the procurement of carbon emissions trading system on behalf of a government agency and the key requirements to be complied with.
  • Advising one of the largest players in the Swedish market for providing pharmaceuticals and consumables to healthcare sector on the negotiation of publicly procured contracts to account for the increased costs due to the global economic situation with inflation, Russia’s attack on Ukraine and increased energy prices etc.

Sweden > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 4

Magnusson Sweden’s corporate and M&A team is particularly active in the financial services, insurance, hospitality, energy, environment, and retail sectors. The practice is led by Anders Bäckman, who is noted for his considerable experience in domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, as well as joint ventures. Jonas Bergquist offers energy sector expertise.

Practice head(s):

Anders Bäckman

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘The M&A team at Magnusson is particularly business-minded. They can advise both on the legal and the commercial side of a transaction – which is very useful and rather uncommon.’

‘The staff at Magnusson are very effective and business minded. They do not lose time on the details in a transaction: they see the big picture, are fast and provide very useful advice.’

Key clients

UNISYS

Söderberg & Partners

Nordiska Galleriet

Raw Fury

DSI Underground

Colt CZ Group SE

Nineyards Equity

B Alm Holding

BORGO

Atle Investment Management

Lakestar

YLLW

Lassila & Tikanoja

Endava plc

Work highlights

  • Advised a global investment firm as regards its significant ownership stake in Swedish Match in connection with Phillip Morris’ $17 billion takeover offer of Swedish Match.
  • Advised Endava plc on all Swedish legal aspects of the acquisition of DEK Corporation Pty Ltd, DEK Technologies Sweden AB and DEK Vietnam Company Ltd, including due diligence work and drafting transaction documents.
  • Advised Söderberg & Partners on their raising of 2.3 billion SEK through a share issue to the global investment firm KKR.

Sweden > Construction Tier 4

Magnusson Sweden‘s growing team of construction specialists has particular expertise in litigation, and is equally adept at handling arbitration proceedings. Other key drivers of work for the group include advising public sector entities on significant construction and infrastructure projects, and assisting with contract drafting and negotiations. Mårten Tagaeus brings expertise in environmental, construction, and real estate law; he co-heads the practice with Tobias Edenman, who is experienced in advising on multi-jurisdictional projects. Associate Rickard Lindow is singled out for his contributions.

Practice head(s):

Mårten Tagaeus; Tobias Edenman

Other key lawyers:

Rickard Lindow; Johan Sparrman

Key clients

Wallhamn AB

Higab AB

Galderma (Q-Med)

Göteborgs Egnahems AB

Varbergs Bostads AB

Cernera Fastigheter

Luleå Hamn AB

Work highlights

  • Advising Wallhamn AB on the major port project including renovation of the company’s quays in the commercial RoRo port Wallhamn, located in Vallhamn, Tjörn.
  • Advising Galderma (Q Med), on investments of SEK 2 billion in an automated factory plant in Uppsala, Sweden.
  • Advising Luleå Hamn AB on a multi-billion development of port infrastructure in the port of Luleå.

Sweden > Dispute resolution Tier 4

Magnusson Sweden’s dispute resolution team regularly acts for domestic and overseas clients in commercial litigation. With considerable experience in cross-border litigation and international arbitration proceedings, Johan Molin leads the team alongside Magdalena Berg, who has experience in the transportation, aerospace, mining, construction, and life sciences sectors, among others. Specialist counsel Madeleine Engzell’s practice covers patent, construction, trade secret and shareholder disputes.

Practice head(s):

Johan Molin; Magdalena Berg

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘They are experienced, focused, enjoy challenges, patient, understand new technologies very well, and always find evidence to defend a case. They are tactically and strategically strong.’

‘Johan Molin is a great litigator and lawyer with vast experience in domestic and international arbitration cases conducted in Sweden. His efficient, no-nonsense approach in his work is based on excellent theoretical knowledge.’

‘Johan Molin has a strong business mind and is capable of simplifying very complicated situations. He always delivers good practical solutions, is familiar with the pharmaceutical and life science industries, has a strong sense of responsibility for client matters and deals with them with compassion.’

‘Madeleine Engzell and Johan Molin are both very responsive, business minded and understand clients’ businesses and needs very well.’

‘The team is very business oriented and innovative when it comes to finding quick and amicable solutions if possible. They are also able to navigate court proceedings quickly when necessary.’

‘Johan Molin’s team is extraordinary. They have a lot of patience in very complex cases and with challenges faced. They have a high degree of responsibility and rich professional knowledge.’

‘The team has excellent knowledge and vast experience in Swedish court litigation and arbitration, including in China-related matters. They have a good connection with third party litigation and arbitration funders.’

Key clients

Intersolia GmbH

Europæiske Rejseforsikring A/S genom Europeiska ERV Filial

W.R. Berkley Insurance AG, svensk filial

Mackmyra Svensk Whisky AB

KNM Group Berhad

Federal State Unitary Enterprise “Centre for Operation Space Ground-Based Infrastructure” (A.K.A.”TSENKI”) Russian Federation

Jiangsu Sinorda Biomedicine Co., Ltd

Radisson Group

Unionpay

TP-Link

Alpcot AB

Work highlights

  • Representing TsENKI, the Russian state enterprise which is responsible for the operation of the ground infrastructure for space rocket launch sites, in matters related to an ICC arbitration against Canadian company MacDonald, Detwiller and Associates Corporation.
  • Representing Jiangsu Sinorda Biomedicine Co., Ltd in an SCC arbitration against the Swiss company Cinclus Pharma AG regarding the termination of a drug development/patent license agreement signed between the two companies in 2014.
  • Represents Radisson Hospitality Belgium SRL/BV and several other Radisson Group companies in litigation and SCC arbitration in Sweden against a former Swedish licensee of Radisson.

Sweden > EU and competition Tier 4

With lawyers based in eight offices across Sweden, Magnusson Sweden’s EU and competition law practice has a strong national presence, representing clients in connection with state aid, antitrust, regulatory and merger control issues, among others. Having joined the firm from Setterwalls in May 2022, practice head Ulf Djurberg brings over 30 years of experience to the team, advising domestic and international clients on a wide range of matters. Morvarid Dorkhan Nilsson regularly handles competition, regulatory and state aid matters.

Practice head(s):

Ulf Djurberg

Other key lawyers:

Morvarid Dorkhan Nilsson; Oskar Törngren

Testimonials

‘Ulf Djurberg has a great and justified reputation. He has extensive experience within EU and Competition law, including working with public entities.’

‘Ulf Djurberg is quick at grasping the essential parts of a matter. He frequently handles novel questions within the field and is highly dedicated to his clients and understanding their needs.’

‘Oskar Törngren is a very reliable, humble and skillful lawyer.’

‘Ulf Djurberg is outstanding. It’s no surprise that his client base is recurring. As a person, he is very likable and always has a professional manner.’

‘A knowledgeable and experienced team.’

‘A very experienced team with many relevant reference cases from a broad client base of both public- and private side entities.’

‘A team of service-minded individuals that always walk the extra mile to make sure clients feel cared for.’

‘They always deliver with high quality and are very thorough in their way of working.’

Key clients

Luleå Hamn AB

Work highlights

  • Advises Luleå Hamn AB on the legal aspects of the development of an alternative financing model for the procurement of the construction, financing and operation of new port infrastructure in the port of Luleå.

Sweden > Intellectual property and media Tier 4

Magnusson Sweden's IP team is adept at advising on the full range of intellectual property matters, and is recognised for its strength in handling litigation. Practice head Helena Rönqvist is well versed in acting for clients in the tech, fashion, design, and retail sectors. Associate Vilma Slättegård advises on a range of IP and data protection issues.

Practice head(s):

Helena Rönqvist

Other key lawyers:

Key clients

MTR

Endava

Fondo Solutions

Intersolia

Lakestar

Spotlight Stock Market

Söderberg & Partners

Raw Fury

DSI Underground

ICA Försäkring

Nordiska Galleriet

Sweden > IT and telecoms Tier 4

At Magnusson Sweden, the team is well known for advising on IT regulations, transactional matters, and the use of data and technology in marketing. Helena Rönqvist heads up the practice, and is recognised for her strength in handling IT, data regulations, and e-commerce work, as well as advising developing technologies such as AI and the Metaverse. Caroline Landerfors is an expert in data protection and privacy matters.

Practice head(s):

Helena Rönqvist

Other key lawyers:

Key clients

Lakestar

Spotlight Stock Market

Fondo Solutions

Raw Fury AB

Unisys

Nordiska Galleriet

Inex One

Endava

Work highlights

  • Advised Endava plc on all Swedish legal aspects of the acquisition of DEK Corporation Pty Ltd, DEK Technologies Sweden AB and DEK Vietnam Company Ltd.
  • Advised Fondo Solutions on the launch of strategic new products, including contract drafting matters and complex regulatory issues.

Sweden > Real estate Tier 4

Magnusson Sweden‘s team specialises in handling large, complex property and infrastructure developments, and often acts for public sector clients in mandates. Mårten Tagaeus is an expert in real estate regulatory matters, with notable strength in handling environmental and construction issues. Tagaeus co-heads the practice with the ‘personable and responsive’ Tobias Edenman, a key name to note for commercial and transactional work.

Practice head(s):

Mårten Tagaeus; Tobias Edenman

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘In depth knowledge of the clients’ asset base, strategy and goals.’

‘Tobias Edenman has significant, broad knowledge across real estate and M&A. Personable and responsive.’

‘What makes Magnusson’s business unique is how they staff projects to ensure project success and to always respond and act fast.’

‘Tobias was great to work with. His attention to detail is great.’

Key clients

Wallhamn AB

Lund Waterfront Packaging District AB

Galderma (Q-Med AB)

AB Gröna Lund Tivoli

Cernera Fastigheter AB

Kolmårdens Djurpark AB, Parks & Resorts Scandinavia

Luleå Hamn AB

Work highlights

  • Advising Wallhamn AB on its major port project, including refurbishment of quays, on the island of Tjörn, Sweden.
  • Assisted the client with the indirect sale of the property Lyckebacken 5 in Lund, which consists of approximately 72,000 square meters of rentable space.
  • Advising Luleå Hamn AB on a multi-billion development of new port infrastructure in the port of Luleå.

Magnusson’s clients value the firm for its qualities such as its legal expertise, partner recognition, responsiveness, ability to solve problems quickly, understanding of the client’s needs and for its familiarity with the client’s sector and industry.

The firm’s 120 lawyers focus on business law and offer seamless legal services in its six countries (Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania) across the Nordic-Baltic region and beyond. In addition, Magnusson is a one-stop shop for several jurisdictions and its offering fits well with international companies and businesses operating in several jurisdictions.

Magnusson also has a wide international cooperation network with market-leading law firms around the world. The firm’s integrated offering is always based on the same high standards and quality, no matter how many offices are involved in a project. The firm provides advice that is reliable, cost-effective and delivers within the desired time and budget.