Foyen Advokatfirma > Stockholm, Sweden > Firm Profile
Foyen Advokatfirma Offices
Regeringsgatan 38
PO BOX 7229
103 89 Stockholm
Sweden
Foyen Advokatfirma > The Legal 500 Rankings
Sweden > Energy Tier 1
Foyen Advokatfirma is able to advise on the full range of energy matters, including nuclear, hydroelectric and biogas projects. The team has specific expertise in permit and application work, helping clients to navigate Swedish codes and provisions. The firm’s growing roster of clients include both domestic and international energy companies, with the team advising on licensing processes, contracts and transactions; it also retains its place at the top of the market with regards to onshore and offshore wind power developments. Highly experienced team head Pia Pehrson focuses on advising consulting agencies, property owners and NGOs, as well as representing clients before the courts and authorities. Co-head Andreas Lindström, who also leads the corporate team in Malmö, assists clients with regulatory and compliance issues. Caterina Carreman demonstrates expertise in permit and concession applications and has been involved in projects concerning mining operations, wind power plants and water operations. Tomas Fjordevik focuses on due diligence and environmental matters, including issues relating to waste, water and land management work.Practice head(s):
Pia Pehrson; Andreas Lindström
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Short response time, good knowledge and easily understands the problem.’
‘Good experience, clearly explains alternative solutions and can adapt the solution to how I want to attack the problem.’
Key clients
Stena Renewable
RWE
Kraftringen
Falu Elnät
Polskie Sieci Elektroenergetyczne S.A.
Vattenfall Vattenkraft AB
InnoEnergy
E.ON
Skånska Energi
Skellefteå Kraft
Nordion Energi (Swedegas/Weum)
Uniper
Falbygdens Energi
Ellevio
Fortum
wpd
Equinor (Statoil)
Eolus Vind
Ox2
Umeå Energi
Ystad Energi
Landskrona Energi
Falu Energi & Vatten AB
Billinge Energi
Skövde Energi AB
Skurups Elverk
Borlänge Energi AB
Halmstad Energi & Miljö
Gasum AB
Work highlights
- Advising Equinor on the application for exploration permits and the preparation of permit applications for further offshore surveys in the Baltic Sea in connection with the establishment of offshore wind farms.
- Representing Eolus Vind in the process of applying for numerous permits regarding offshore wind power projects in Sweden’s Economic Zone in the Baltic Sea south of Sweden, and Sweden’s Economic Zone and boundary in the North Sea between Skagerrak and Kattegatt.
- Advising RWE on permit applications for two offshore wind farms in the waters south of Sweden.
Sweden > Construction Tier 2
Foyen Advokatfirma‘s construction group splits its operations between two primary areas: dispute resolution and contract work. The team is notably experienced in contract works including those that deviate beyond the standard model, where the group has experience creating national templates. Co-head Eva Westberg Persson is active in both arbitration proceedings and litigation, while fellow co-head Oscar Wackling focuses on advising on the early stages of the construction process. The highly reputed John Hane specialises in public procurement work, whereas Christoffer Löfquist provides a unique perspective on litigation issues. Co-head Per Vestman and Richard Sahlberg are also heavily involved in matters.Practice head(s):
Eva Westberg Persson; Oscar Wackling; Per Vestman
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘We have used Foyen for contract guidance and entrepreneurial law.’
‘The company is concerned with matters and finding solutions. They put the customer’s needs at the centre and are interested in what it takes for us to succeed.’
‘Christoffer Löfquist is swift, reliable and truly competent in both advisory and drafting matters.’
‘The firm have a large established network of contacts with the ability to quickly assist.’
‘The firm have a unique understanding of the Swedish consultancy law business. Excellent collaboration with us as clients. Practical advice.’
‘Eva Westberg Persson is an excellent choice for complex disputes in the technical consultancy law field. She is very competent, approachable, and great at formulating strategies.’
‘Always available, communicative and knowledgeable.’
‘Responsive to the client’s needs. They have a lot of experts with a breadth of experience and knowledge and are therefore able to meet their clients demands at different skill levels.’
Key clients
City of Stockholm
Käppala Förbundet
Norrvatten
Stockholm Exergi AB
Bravida Sverige AB
Ellevio AB
Swedish Transport Administration
Atrium Ljungberg AB
Sweco AB
Ports of Stockholm
Lunds Kommun
Ports of Gothenburg
City of Gothenburg
OX2 Vind
Moderna Försäkringar
JSB Construction
Region Blekinge
Work highlights
- Advised the City of Stockholm’s Development Administration on procurement law and construction law issues attributable to a large number of split construction contracts, all of which relate to the reconstruction of Slussen in Stockholm.
- Advised Vätternvatten AB on the preparation of procurement documents and contract documents.
- Assisted Atrium Ljungberg with legal advice regarding agreements concerning the Life City Project.
Sweden > Environment Tier 2
The ‘highly skilled’ team at Foyen Advokatfirma is the key point of contact for mining related matters, advising clients on exploration permits, exploitation concessions and other issues regarding land allocation for both gold and fluorspar mines. The interdisciplinary team combines energy, construction and commercial expertise to act on environment-related permits, impact assessments, contracts, financings, procurement processes, due diligence and M&A matters. The group also demonstrates a strong understanding of water and forestry issues. Team head Pia Pehrson focuses on representing clients before courts and authorities, and provides expert knowledge on permit and concession applications. Caterina Carreman is active in mining, water and wind power matters, while Tomas Fjordevik specialises in contaminated water and land concerns, and has been involved in cases regarding the aviation, chemical and waste management industries.Practice head(s):
Pia Pehrson
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Deep knowledge of their field. Experts in finding solutions.’
‘Great understanding of the client. Highly skilled.’
‘Smooth teamwork and nice team.’
‘Highly impressed with both the legal skills and engagement from the team, especially Tomas Fjordevik. I feel completely safe with his work, and it is such a relief to have him on the project.’
Key clients
Ellevio (former Fortum Distribution)
Nordion Energi (Swedegas/Weum)
Södra Skogsägarna
Skellefteå Kraft
Stena-koncernen
Björkdalsgruvan
Mandalay Resources
Dragon Mining
Metso Outotec
Tertiary Minerals
Equinor (Statoil)
OX2
Falbygdens Energi
RWE
LKAB
Eolus Vind AB
Work highlights
- Advising Dragon Mining (Sweden) AB on its permit applications under the environmental code for an underground gold mine in Lycksele/Storuman and a new gold mine in Fäboliden, Lycksele in northern Sweden.
- Representing LKAB in a permit process under Chapters 9 and 11 of the Environmental Code in a case regarding a circular industrial park which includes several chemical industries (IED and Seveso plants) and several water industry operations.
- Advising Eolus on a new investment for an offshore wind power project with the construction of up to 70 wind turbines in Hanöbukten within the municipalities of Sölvesborg and Karlshamn.
Sweden > Public procurement Tier 3
Foyen Advokatfirma focuses on public procurement in the construction sector, advising on tender documents for large projects and civil engineering works, as well as assisting with day-to-day advice and handling litigation and review procedures before the administrative courts. The team is led by John Hane and senior associate Ann Garmland, with Hane bringing a commercial background to procurement matters and Garmland acting for both companies and public authorities in disputes. Christoffer Löfquist is another key name for litigation.Practice head(s):
Ann Garmland; John Hane
Other key lawyers:
Christoffer Löfquist; Johanna Hellström
Testimonials
‘Well-versed in the procurement area, as well as consulting services.’
‘We have had very good support from lawyer Christoffer Löfquist. Everyone involved in the issue that Christoffer/Foyen has assisted with is very satisfied.’
‘Expert, responsive and able to meet the client’s expectations.’
Key clients
Västerviks Bostadsbolag AB
Futurum Fastigheter i Örebro
Sörmland Vatten och Avfall AB
KKB Fastigheter AB
Högskolan Dalarna
Burlövs Kommun
Sundsvall Elnät
Work highlights
- Provided strategic advice to Käppala, which operates a waste treatment plant.
- Advised Tekniska Verken i Kiruna AB, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kiruna Municipality, on a large number of procurements of consultancy services.
- Advised Dalarna University on strategic matters relating to a city campus in Borlänge.
Sweden > Real estate Tier 3
Foyen Advokatfirma's real estate team has a strong record in handling high-value and prominent transactions. The group competently advises on complex issues including land parceling issues, forward funding acquisitions, joint ventures and agreements concerning building and construction rights. The practice has expanded its commercial lease work following the arrival of specialist Rickard Zahmul, who has advised on deals relating to the retail industry, office developments, educational facilities and residential buildings. Henrik Ståhlberg largely focuses on transactional work and has experience dealing with municipalities and municipally-owned companies; he is ably supported by senior associate Madeleine Jönsson, who also possesses expertise in project developments.Practice head(s):
Henrik Ståhlberg; Rickard Zamuhl
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Atrium Ljungberg
Slussgården
Riksbyggen
Obos
John Mattson Fastigheter
Micasa Fastigheter
PEAB Bostad AB
Svenska Staten / Fortifikationsverket
Svenska Bostäder
Stockholms Hem
Work highlights
- Advised Swedish Fortifications Agency on a total of three property transactions with a total value of approximately SEK3bn.
- Advised Atrium Ljungberg AB on two projects, one in Stockholm and one in Uppsala. The total value of the projects amounts to approximately SEK1bn.
- Provided PEAB Bostad with strategic advice in connection with transactions related to its acquisition of building rights in Stockholm and the surrounding municipalities.
Sweden > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 5
Foyen Advokatfirma’s ‘exceptional’ commercial, corporate and M&A practice is led by Jonas Nilsson, Jonas Conradsson and Andreas Lindström, and focuses on the energy, IT, construction, engineering, mining and infrastructure sectors. The team handles transactional work for SMEs and listed companies, and assists international law firms with cross-border matters.Practice head(s):
Jonas Nilsson; Jonas Conradsson; Andreas Lindström
Key clients
Mandalay Resources Corporation
Hill & Smith Holdings Plc
Kraftringen Energi AB
RWE Power AG
InnoEnergy
Ystad Energi AB
Landskrona Energi AB
Skånska Energi
Falu Energi & Vatten AB
Work highlights
- Providing EIT InnoEnergy with ongoing assistance in all legal areas and on all matters affecting EIT InnoEnergy’s operations.
- Advised UK-based infrastructure group Hill & Smith on its sale of the Swedish traffic rental, flagman and academy business.
- Providing Kraftringen with ongoing assistance in all legal areas and on all matters affecting Kraftringen’s operations.
Sweden > Dispute resolution Tier 5
Foyen Advokatfirma’s dispute resolution team is led by Stockholm’s Eva Westberg Persson, Gothenburg’s Jonas Nilsson and Richard Sahlberg in Malmö. It has considerable experience in trials and hearings before the Swedish courts and arbitration tribunals, and is particularly knowledgeable in commercial litigation and disputes pertaining to the construction sector.Practice head(s):
Eva Westberg Persson; Jonas Nilsson; Richard Sahlberg
Testimonials
‘High professionalism, good service ability.’
Key clients
Curira Group AB
Medical Operations Sverige AB
Merx Team AB
Åby Travsällskap
City of Stockholm
Ports of Gotland
Swedish Transport Administration
JSB Construction AB
Region Blekinge
Atrium Ljungberg AB
Ports of Stockholm
City of Gothenburg
Länsförsäkringar Bank AB
Swedavia AB
Waxholms kommun
Kiruna kommun
The Swedish Armed Forces
Statkraft AB
Work highlights
- Representing Atrium Ljungberg in a dispute against an international chemical group with respect to who is liable for premises and areas of land after the tenant has left the property.
- Acting as counsel on behalf of Länsförsäkringar Bank AB in relation to a real estate dispute.
- Representing the Swedish Armed Forces in two tort cases under the Environmental Code.
Foyen Advokatfirma > Firm Profile
The firm: Foyen is a commercial law firm which was founded in 1987. Ever since foundation the firm has carved out three basic principles that define how it works: industry focus, an understanding of business, and outstanding expertise in the relevant areas of the law. To ensure that it keeps promises in the respective areas, Foyen has assembled specialists in industry-specific teams. In these teams, the firm systematically builds knowledge and insight, partly through on-the-job experience, and partly through continuous training – both internal and external.
The firm’s primary practice areas are the construction and real estate industry, technology-intensive industry, mining and forestry, public transactions, the energy sector, the environmental sector, IT law, and cross-industry business law. Clients include both foreign and Swedish companies and organisations, from all areas of the private and public sectors.
Today, the firm is present in Sweden and Norway, with about 85 lawyers in Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö and Falun, central Sweden, and another 85 in Oslo. Consequently, the firm can deliver business-centric legal solutions in these respective markets, but can also support assignments that involve both countries.
Areas of practice: Foyen has extensive experience of the building and construction sectors’ variety of standard contracts as well as court action. The team prepares and negotiates project-specific contractor/consultant agreement and partnership review working condition requirements and joint ventures between bidding contractors. It works both actively with dispute resolution and dispute avoidance by acting as a sounding board throughout the building process with compliance assessments, time plan extensions etc.
The firm is very familiar with managing small and large projects from start to finish within real estate transactions, financing, tenancy law and operating and service agreements with clients from all over Sweden. It also knows building permits, planning issues and real estate investment.
Foyen provides assistance for the public sector and works with procurement on a daily basis, in everything from strategic issues and preparation of tender documents to major infrastructure projects in construction and maintenance and basic services. The team has extensive experience of defining new tenders, advice about on-going procurement process or evaluation, hearings with suppliers and drafting of a distribution notice.
The firm’s IT lawyers has many years’ experience of working with all types of high-technology companies, intellectual property rights and data integrity and assists clients in connection with both new business contracts as well as judicial proceedings and arbitration. The firm also assists private and public bodies with reviews and advice with respect to the important area of personal data processing.
Over the years Foyen have worked in all the main areas of the energy sector. It assists clients in issues related to environmental regulatory permit processes, procurement and cost estimate specifications and consultant responsibility. The firm has put together a specific industry team, with legal experts who together can offer a virtually unrivalled combination of experience and legal expertise in the energy sector.
Within the industry, mining and forestry sector, Foyen often assists throughout the entire project chain, for example: land access, financing, agreements, joint ventures and various types of permits connected to both mineral and environmental legislation. The firm also actively contributes to a number of industry organisations, and for all intents and purposes it has become an integral part of the sector.
Foyen works with contract negotiations, mergers and acquisitions, refinancing, insolvency issues and commercial disputes on a daily basis. Other common assignments concern licensing and distribution agreements, as well as employment law.
Main Contacts
| Department | Name | Telephone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banking and finance/ capital markets | Peter Dyer | ||
| Banking and finance/ capital markets | Tomas Rudenstam | ||
| Banking and finance/ capital markets | Jonas Conradsson | ||
| Competition and EU law/ public procurement | John Hane | ||
| Construction | Eva Westberg Persson | ||
| Construction | John Hane | ||
| Construction | Marcus Eidem | ||
| Construction | Per Vestman | ||
| Corporate and commercial | Jonas Nilsson | ||
| Corporate and commercial | Jacob Hamilton | ||
| Corporate and commercial | Peter Dyer | ||
| Corporate and commercial | Andreas Lindström | ||
| Corporate and commercial | Tomas Rudenstam | ||
| Corporate and commercial | Jonas Conradsson | ||
| Dispute resolution | Jonas Nilsson | ||
| Dispute resolution | John Hane | ||
| Dispute resolution | Jacob Hamilton | ||
| Energy and environment | Pia Pehrson | ||
| Energy and environment | Mikael Westin | ||
| Energy and environment | Jacob Hamilton | ||
| Energy and environment | Andreas Lindström | ||
| IT and telecoms | Peter Dyer | ||
| IT and telecoms | Jonas Nilsson | ||
| IT and telecoms | Andreas Lindström | ||
| IT and telecoms | Tomas Rudenstam | ||
| Insolvency | Björn Backman | ||
| Intellectual property and media | Peter Dyer | ||
| Intellectual property and media | Jonas Nilsson | ||
| Mergers and acquisitions | Peter Dyer | ||
| Mergers and acquisitions | Jonas Nilsson | ||
| Mergers and acquisitions | Andreas Lindström | ||
| Mergers and acquisitions | Tomas Rudenstam | ||
| Mergers and acquisitions | Jonas Conradsson | ||
| Real estate | Henrik Ståhlberg | ||
| Real estate | Jonas Nilsson | ||
| Real estate | Eva Westberg Persson | ||
| Real estate | Pia Pehrson | ||
| Real estate | Rickard Zamuhl |
Lawyer Profiles
| Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Jonas Conradsson | Partner. | View Profile |
 | Peter Dyer | Partner | View Profile |
 | Marcus Eidem | Partner. | View Profile |
 | Jacob Hamilton | Partner. | View Profile |
 | John Hane | Partner and Chairman of the Board of Foyen. | View Profile |
 | Andreas Lindström | Partner and board member at Foyen. | View Profile |
 | Jonas Nilsson | Partner, board member at Foyen and head of the firm’s Commercial law… | View Profile |
 | Pia Pehrson | Partner and head of the firm’s Environmental Group. | View Profile |
 | Tomas Rudenstam | Partner | View Profile |
 | Henrik Ståhlberg | Partner and head of the firm’s Real estate Group. | View Profile |
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| Oscar Wackling | Partner. | View Profile |
 | Eva Westberg Persson | Partner and head of the firm’s Construction Group. | View Profile |
 | Rickard Zamuhl | Partner and board member at Foyen | View Profile |
Staff Figures
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Other offices : Göteborg Other offices : Falun Other offices : MalmöPress Releases
Foyen successfully represents client before the Supreme Court
18th August 2020 16th of June 2020Partner Jonas Nilsson and associate Johanna Lenell have successfully represented one of Foyen's clients before the Supreme Court of Sweden. The judgment was handed down today, Tuesday 16 June.A major construction and contracting company was seeking almost SEK 10 million in compensation for personal liability under the Companies Act when the case was filed in the courts. The question which the Supreme Court has now considered is when in time liability for litigation costs arises. The Supreme Court agreed with the position advocated by us that an obligation to pay litigation costs arises on a continual basis as the costs are incurred and not when the judgment is issued. Given the outcome in the Supreme Court, the earlier holding by the Court of Appeal for Western Sweden remains in force and our client is only ordered to pay SEK 50,000 to the opposing party in respect of a minor issue in the case, while our client has their litigation costs compensated by the other party.For more information contact:Jonas Nilsson, Partner +46 708-25 78 79, jonas.nilsson@foyen.seFoyen authors new book on Construction Partnering
13th May 2020
Photo:“The Construction Partnering Book” - cover and author John Hane, the chairman of Foyen’s Board of Directors.
Construction and engineering projects involve major investments and significant time and costs pressure, not seldom resulting in quality problems in the final results. Over the past 20 years, interest has grown notably in Sweden for alternative models for carrying out construction projects. One such model involves a higher level of cooperation or “partnering”.
Foyen has advised Mandalay Resources in 65 million USD credit agreement
27th March 2020 26 March, 2020Foyen recruits CFO from Maersk Group Company, Svitzer
27th March 2020 19 March, 2020Foyen recruits a top name within real estate
27th March 2020 5 March, 2020Urban development of Gamlestaden (the Old Town) – Foyen has successfully represented the City of G
27th March 2020 6 February, 2020Maria Wallenborg Ekdahl new CEO of Foyen
6th February 2020 Maria Wallenborg Ekdahl will take over as the CEO of Foyen from 2 April 2020. Maria comes most recently from her role as Chief Financial Officer at AG Advokat and has 13 years’ experience within the legal profession. The recruitment is part of Foyen’s development to become Sweden's largest commercial law firm within project and technology related law.Foyen assists Stena Renewable in an investment in the largest wind farm in southern Sweden to date
6th February 2020 31 January, 2020Foyen advises Sollentuna Stadshus in sale to John Mattson
7th January 2020 20th of December 2019Foyen advises Coop Värmland in sale to Riksbyggen
23rd December 2019 12th of December 2019Foyen assists JSB with a 10-year framework agreement with Rikshem
26th November 2019 21 November, 2019Foyen has assisted in the sale of IGDB (Internet Game Database)
13th November 2019 16 October, 2019Foyen – member of the BIM Alliance
13th November 2019 17 October, 2019Foyen recruits construction specialist
4th December 2018Foyen Advokatfirma has recruited senior associate Fatoma Hafström fromSkanska Sverige AB. Fatoma joins Foyen's Construction business sector, writesFoyen in a press release.
Foyen in Getting the Deal Through Mining 2018
5th September 2018Getting the Deal Through is a publication covering 75 business areas and containing information and analysis related to more than 150 jurisdictions. Many of the world’s leading lawyers and law firms have cooperated on Getting the Deal Through with the aim of compiling a unique information resource. The various sections in the publications have been authored by experts within the relevant subject area and jurisdiction.
We assist our clients with a number of mining related issues such as land access and permit handling. We also have extensive experience in joint ventures, project finance, acquisitions, contracting and procurement.
Foyen is the proud co-author of the global legal guide to mining, Getting the Deal Through – Mining 2018. The guide provides a quick overview of mining legislation in 28 countries. The section on the Swedish mining industry has been written by partners Pia Pehrson and Peter Dyer.
Foyen also contributes to the section Getting the Deal Through Construction 2018 and Project Finance 2018 >>
Accreditation: Reproduced with permission from Law Business Research Ltd. This article was first published in Getting the Deal Through – Mining 2018 (Published: July 2018). For further information please visit www.gettingthedealthrough.com.
Foyen assist NetNordic in acquisition of Efftel
18th April 201813 April, 2018
Foyen has assisted NetNordic in its acquisition of 100% of the shares in Efftel AB, including its subsidiary Efftel Solutions AB. Efftel delivers cloud based telephony and communication services to Swedish businesses. Efftel has 12 employees and revenues of ca. SEK 20 million.
Foyen has assisted Stena Renewable with procurement of 19 new wind turbines
22nd March 201815 March, 2018
Stena Renewable AB builds 16 wind turbines in the Kronoberget wind power farm and three wind turbines at Vindpark Saxberget. The new capacity adds on to Stena Renewable’s existing 17 wind turbines in operation at Saxberget.
Foyen recruits corporate counsel with cutting-edge expertise in energy law
13th March 201820 February, 2018
Foyen Advokatfirma has recruited corporate counsel Johan Bogren from E.ON. Johan joins the firm’s Construction; Energy, Land and Environment; and Commercial Law practice groups.
Foyen recruits public sector specialist
21st February 201814 February, 2018
Foyen Advokatfirma has recruited general counsel Ulrika Hedberg from Trelleborg Municipality. Ulrika is a member of the law firm’s Public Sector, Construction and Real Estate business areas, writes Foyen in a press release.
Foyen authors updates on construction law and project financing
21st February 2018Getting the Deal Through is an international publication covering 75 business areas linked to more than 150 jurisdictions and collaborating with many of the world's leading law firms. The different sections are written by experts in each area, and we at Foyen are proud to represent Sweden with our latest contributions regarding the construction law and project financing areas in Construction 2018 and Project Finance 2018.
Foyen has assisted OX2 in another wind power transaction
15th January 201812 January, 2018
The renewable energy company OX2 has executed a sale and purchase agreement with Fontavis, a Swiss asset manager specialising in renewable energy and infrastructure investments. The agreement is for 33 MW from the Orrberget wind power farm, with nine wind power turbines, which will be constructed in the Municipality of Ludvika.
Foyen has assisted OX2 in multi billion sek windpower transaction
20th December 201720 December, 2017
The renewable energy company OX2 has been awarded the contract to construct the 357 MW Valhalla wind power farm with 85 wind power plants in Sweden. It will be one of the largest land-based wind power farms in Europe. The customer for the project is Aquila Capital.
Foyen appoints three new partners
20th December 201712 December, 2017
Foyen continues to grow and, on the path to our goal of becoming Sweden’s largest business law firm in project and technology-related law, Foyen has named three new partners. Christoffer Löfquist, Oscar Wackling and Richard Sahlberg who will become partners of the firm beginning on 1 January 2018.
Foyen assists Pegital in the acquisition of IT-Hantverkarna
20th December 201715 December, 2017
Foyen has assisted Pegital in the acquisition of the services company, IT-Hantverkarna. Through the acquisition, Pegital expands its business operations to cover IT services for small and midsize companies. Pegital owns the accounting firm Fortner, the home services company HomeMaid, and Veteranpoolen. All of the just over 80 employees of IT-Hantverkarna will join Pegital.
Foyen has assisted Walerud Ventures and Almi Invest with investment in IoT company
20th December 20177 November, 2017
Walerud Ventures, together with Almi Invest, recently invested SEK 7.5 million in Ekkono Solutions.
Ekkono Solutions' business involves "machine learning" and linked objects, also known as the Internet of Things (IoT), with a focus on the manufacturing industry. Ekkono's solutions allow IoT products to learn and adapt, which results in production optimisation and minimisation of manual monitoring/service.
Foyen in Getting the Deal Through Mining 2017
20th December 201719 October, 2017
Foyen is the proud co-author of the global legal guide to mining, Getting the Deal Through – Mining 2017. The guide provides a quick overview of mining legislation in 28 countries.
Getting the Deal Through is a publication covering 75 business areas and containing information and analysis related to more than 150 jurisdictions. Many of the world’s leading lawyers and law firms have cooperated on Getting the Deal Through with the aim of compiling a unique information resource. The various sections in the publications have been authored by experts within the relevant subject area and jurisdiction.
Foyen has advised Mandalay Resources in 40 million USD credit agreement
10th October 20174 October, 2017
Foyen has advised Canadian mining company Mandalay Resources Corporation in its negotiation of a 40 million USD revolving credit facility with HSBC Bank Canada. Mandalay, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, is the 100 % owner of the Bjorkdal gold mine in northern Sweden and the transaction has required a number of contracts regarding the Swedish business operation. Foyen’s team was led by partner Peter Dyer, assisted primarily by associate Elinor Pejryd.
Foyen represents Huge Fastigheter in the sale of nine public-use properties
5th October 201722 September, 2017
Huge Fastigheter is selling nine public-use properties with public operations in Huddinge comprising a total lettable area of 8,750 m² and approximately SEK 16.8 million in rental income. The buyer is Samhällsbyggnadsbolaget (SBB), which shall take possession of the properties in the beginning of October 2017.
Foyen recruits another specialist in public procurement
26th September 2017Press release 29th of August 2017
Foyen Law Firm has recruited procurement manager Johanna Hellström from Alingsås Municipality. Johanna joins the law firm's Public and Construction business sectors, writes Foyen in a press release.
Johanna comes most recently from Alingsås Municipality where she worked as a procurement manager for two and a half years in charge of the municipality's procurement activities and with personnel responsibility for five employees. As procurement manager, Johanna has had a role as a coordinator and strategist that involved decision support for the municipal leadership with respect to various legal issues and responsibility for training in procurement, both internally within the municipality and externally directed towards the business community.
Foyen recruits public procurement specialist
5th July 2017Press release 29th of June 2017
Foyen Advokatfirma has recruited senior associate Ann Liljedal from the Administrative Court in Falun. Ann joins Foyen’s Public Procurement and Construction business sectors.
Foyen has represented Åby Travsällskap in a trade fair centre and hotel joint venture project
5th July 201730 June, 2017
Åby Travsällskap has entered into a joint venture with Klövern for the construction of a trade fair centre and hotel adjacent to the Åby Racetrack in Mölndal. The project value is approximately SEK 500 million and approximately 30,000 sq. m. of lettable space is involved.
Foyen assists Slussgården in the sale of a city property
21st June 201716th of June, 2017
Slussgården sells the property Lammet 17 located at Korgmakargränd 2-6, Bryggargatan 4 and Gamla Brogatan 13, a short distance from Drottninggatan and Kungsgatan. Slussgården acquired the property during the summer of 2014 from Fabege.
Foyen has assisted InnoEnergy with its investment in a large-scale battery production facility
13th June 20179 June, 2017
InnoEnergy recently invested EUR 3.5 million in Northvolt AB in order to enable development of Europe’s first large-scale battery production facility.
Foyen represents Autoadapt AB in the acquisition of Martech
29th March 201717 March, 2017
The Foyen Law Firm represented Autoadapt AB and its subsidiary Unwin in the acquisition of the Danish company, Martech, Kliplev A/S.
Foyen assisted OX2 on a wind power farm in Finland
20th March 201717 March, 2017
The renewable energy company OX2 has been awarded a contract to build the 14.4 MW Ykspihlaja wind power farm with 4 wind power plants in Finland. The customer is Aquila Capital.
Drone law in five minutes
17th February 201713 February, 2017
The Swedish Supreme Administrative Court has recently ruled that drones equipped with cameras are subject to the Swedish Camera Surveillance Act. This means that photographing with drones in public areas requires a permit from the county administrative board. The Swedish Supreme Administrative Court’s decision has given rise to lively debate. Set out below is an attempt to clarify some of the current issues related to flying drones.
Linnéa Djursén new CEO of Foyen
17th January 2017– the legal industry’s only law firm director who is not a member of the Swedish Bar Association
17 January 2017
Linnéa Djursén took over as CEO of Foyen the 1st of January 2017. This makes Foyen the only major law firm in Sweden with a CEO who is not a member of the Swedish Bar Association. In addition, Linnéa Djursén is one of the few women executives in the industry. The goal is for Foyen to be the obvious choice for clients with technology-intensive businesses in need of legal expertise.
Foyen assists Schneider Electric in the sale of a property to Nyköping Municipality
13th January 201713 January, 2017
Nyköping Municipality recently completed a strategic acquisition of a property of approximately 100,000 square meters in Arnö. The Technical Division in Nyköping Municipality will now be relocated to the property, which in turn will enable the construction of 200-300 centrally located Residences. The size of the property also allows for future relocation of other municipal activities and, consequently, among other things, the creation of additional new housing opportunities in central Nyköping. The property was conveyed by Schneider Electric for a purchase price of SEK 56 million.
Foyen assists with the sale of the Hemnet website for SEK 2 billion
12th January 201712 January, 2017
General Atlantic and a consortium comprising investors Pierre Siri, Henrik Persson and investors involved in Merro, an investment company, are becoming the new owners of Hemnet. The amount of the sale is SEK 2 billion. The current owners, Mäklarsamfundet and Fastighetsmäklarförbundet, will retain minority interests in Hemnet. The previous owners, Fastighetsbyrån and Svensk Fastighetsförmedling, are selling all of their holdings in Hemnet.
Foyen recruits four business lawyers from Nyman Rudenstam
6th December 2016– increasing focus on business law within the energy sector
5 December, 2016
Foyen continues to enhance the firm’s offer of business law services through the recruitment of four lawyers from the Nyman Rudenstam Law Firm. With the recruitments, Foyen becomes an even stronger force in business law within the energy sector. At the end of the year, Tomas Rudenstam and Jonas Conradsson will join the firm as partners. At the same time, associates Yasmine Shoaie-nia and Elinor Pejryd from Nyman Rudenstam will also join the firm.
Time to break ranks
6th December 20162 December, 2016
The ranking of tenders in framework agreements for architectural and engineering and consultants is destroying the industry. The purchaser is the big loser. Now when the Public Procurement Act is being reformed, there is a possibility to engage consultants in a better way. John Hane hopes that purchasers make use of the opportunity.
Foyen assists OX2 regarding Högkölen wind farm
29th November 201629 November, 2016
The renewable energy company OX2 has been awarded the construction contract for the Högkölen wind farm generating 65 MW (18 wind power turbines) in Ljusdal. The customer is Aquila Capital. Foyen Advokatfirma assisted OX2 in the negotiations regarding the turbine supply agreement and the service agreement. The partner in charge at Foyen was Jacob Hamilton.
Foyen advises Slussgården on acquisition of property from Skanska in Stockholm
22nd November 201622nd November 2016
The Foyen Law Firm represented Slussgården in its acquisition of Skanska’s Snäckan 8 office property in downtown Stockholm, where KPMG previously had its headquarters. Through the purchase, Slussgården increases its ownership by just over 23,500 square metres. The acquisition is conditional on a new zoning plan and building permits.
Foyen in Getting the Deal Through – Mining 2016
9th November 201631 October, 2016
Getting the Deal Through is a publication covering 75 business areas and containing information and analyses related to more than 150 jurisdictions. Many of the world’s leading lawyers and law firms have cooperated on Getting the Deal Through with the aim of compiling a unique information resource. The various sections in the publications have been authored by experts within the relevant subject area and jurisdiction.
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9th September 20194 September, 2019
Foyen assists Kalpataru Power Transmission in its acquisition of Linjemontage
21st May 2019Foyen hasassisted Kalpataru Power Transmission Sweden AB (KPTS) in its acquisition of 85% of the shares in Linjemontage i Grästorp AB with subsidiaries.
Foyen recruits HR manager from Landshypotek Bank
18th April 2019Foyen Advokatfirma has recruited Landshypotek Bank’s former HR manager Annelie von Dahn as its new HR manager. Annelie will be responsible for developing Foyen’s operations through its human capital and will serve in the firm’s management group, writes Foyen in a press release.
Johan Sköld from Chalmers Ventures strengthens Foyen’s board
5th April 2019Foyen's Boardof Directors grows through the addition of Johan Sköld, a co-opted director from Chalmers Ventures AB. Johan's extensive experience in IT and business development further strengthens the board's work in developing Foyen into Sweden's leading law firm for project and technology-related law,writes Foyen in a press release.
Foyen has advised Mandalay Resources in 32 Million USD share issue
21st March 2019Foyen has advised Canadian mining company Mandalay Resources Corporation inits marketed public offering of shares (subscription rights) on the Toronto stock exchange for aggregate gross proceeds of 43 million CAD (32 MUSD).Mandalay is the 100 % owner of the Bjorkdal gold mine in northern Sweden and the transaction has required legal opinions regarding all companies and permits in the Swedish business operation.
Foyen recruits lawyer from the Court of Appeal
21st March 2019Foyen Advokatfirma has recruited lawyer Erika Stjärnström from the Göta Court of Appeal. Erika has joined the law firm's Construction business sector, writes Foyen in a press release.
Foyen assists Salem Municipality in a sale generating a profit of SEK 38 million
6th March 2019Foyen Advokatfirma, together with PwC, hasassisted Salem Municipality in a purchase and sale of a property over thecourse of a single day, generating a profit of SEK 38 million.
Foyen successfully represents client before the Court of Appeal
11th January 2019Press release 18th of December 2018
Partner Jonas Nilsson and associate Johanna Lenell have successfully represented one of Foyen's clients before the Court of Appeal for Western Sweden. The judgment was issued on 18 December.
Proposal regarding mining waste could prove a costly business for mining operators
10th January 2019 On June 1, 2017 the Swedish Government decided to instruct an investigatory committee to analyze the potential actions or measures necessary to efficiently ensure that sufficient collateral security is in place in mining operations for remediation and other restorative measures. The investigation adopted the name the “The investigation into financing regarding mining waste” and was submitted to cabinet minister Karolina Skog in June 2018 (SOU 2018:59).Foyen has advised Dragon Mining in Hong Kong Stock Exchange listing
4th December 2018Foyen has advised Australian mining company Dragon Mining Limited in its listing of shares on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) on 5 November 2018. Dragon Mining is principally engaged in gold exploration, mining and processing with operating mines, pre-production mining assets and production plants in Sweden and Finland. Foyen's assignment has included environmental/permitting and corporate due diligence regarding the Swedish operation. The listing comprised a public offering for a total of 50,000,000 shares and the total funds raised were approximately HK$101 million(116 MSEK).
Foyen advised OX2 in the construction of the Nordic region’s largest unsubsidised wind power project
5th November 2018The renewable energy company OX2 has been engaged to construct four wind power farms with 25 wind power plants (107.4 MW) in Finland. This will be the largest unsubsidised wind power project to date in the Nordic region.
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