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‘Horten’s Energy Team was able to pivot from what was initially meant to be an M&A file to a primarily pre-litigation file. Members of the litigation team were quickly integrated into the evolving file.’

‘Brings regulatory competence and the certainty of clients being treated in a great manner with good precision.’

‘Good insights into regulatory issues due to Horten’s long history advising utilities.’

‘High integrity and pleasant people. High standard of ‘doing the right thing’.’

‘Very knowledgeable about the various energy markets and solid and responsive teams.’

‘Always available and hands on.’

‘Søren Hornbæk Svendsen is a lawyer with great insight into the energy field who boasts great competence on regulatory issues.’

‘Christian Tullberg is very responsive and has a wide network and strong track record in the energy space with strong client communication.’

‘Henriette Soja has given us valued legal advice in a difficult case. She was quick to understand our dilemma and come up with different solutions.’

‘Top tier, handles complex legal questions with a very positive energy and attitude.’

‘In my opinion Horten is already known in Denmark for its enormous capacity and expertise, especially regarding legal matters and areas in public law.’

‘It is clear that all lawyers employed at Horten Law Firm are passionate about their work and characterised by a great competence in their individual field of work.’

‘My main contact at Horten is Tue Trier, with whom I have a very good working relationship. Tue is accessible and approachable, and he works in an innovative and relationship-oriented manner.’

‘Outstanding client insight – commercially intelligent – highly skilled team.’

‘Horten has an excellent team within Banking & finance. They are all highly skilled and very pleasant and respectful people to work with.’

‘The team is very knowledgeable in regulatory law and able to present complex issues in a concise and easy-to-understand manner.’

‘Lars Lüneborg has in-depth industry knowledge and is also great for strategy. Morten Brun Winkelmann is responsive and quick to put things together. Nice to work with this team!’

‘Claus Bennetsen – experienced, wise, excellent judgement, firm in his views.’

‘We have worked with Claus Bennetsen as a partner and Morten Brun Winkelmann as a junior associate. Both have delivered their services professionally and expediently.’

‘Lars Lüneborg is among the best in DK in advising on all aspects of financing His understanding of market trends and our specific way of working makes him the obvious choice when it comes to representation.’

‘Lars Lüneborg is always available, a good communicator of complex matters and takes great responsibility for the cases he is trusted with.’

‘We work with Christina Steen who is excellent. She is technically, tactically and commercially very astute and extremely client-focused and user friendly.’

‘Birgitte Frølund is excellent. She is very experienced and has sound judgment.’

‘I can highly recommend Jakob Tingskov. He is serious and to the point, ‘dry’ and, very importantly, he has the judges’ ears when arguing in court.’

‘Horten is practically minded but can translate a foreign court system to an international business audience with ease. They are well connected within Denmark, exhibiting excellent relationships across business and the law, enabling their clients to really tap into the best the industry has to offer.’

‘Both Birgitte Frølund and Jakob Tingskov are superb. Tingskov’s technical eye and deep understanding of our subject matter complement Frølund’s strategic vision and clarity of advice superbly. They are a stellar team.’

‘With their highly competent guidance, we achieved a reasonable solution to our cases with the competition authorities.’

‘We needed specialised knowledge in competition law and someone who could engage in a constructive and professional dialogue with the competition authorities.’

‘A very professional and competent team, especially within the area of public procurement. we have had a year-long collaboration with Horten, especially in the area of ​​procurement law. Regardless of who we come into contact with in their team, we feel safe with their advice and their professionalism.’

‘It was a very committed and welcoming team. Really good dialogues, including pre-brief and de-brief. The product was delivered as agreed and after internal review it was adjusted to our needs. Good service.’

‘Marie Løvbjerg delivered a really good job. She was very welcoming and easy to work with, and had many good questions for our business units about the industry, which are necessary to understand the context in which we operate.’

‘The team at Horten is highly knowledgeable in real estate transactions with cross-boarder elements. They are used to representing foreign investors in Denmark and gave us valuable insights into the local market.’

‘Alessandro Traina is highly skilled in real estate transactions. He is used to handling complex multi-jurisdiction ownership structures and can negotiate within the framework it sets. His accessibility is great and he has the pragmatic approach to negotiations, something I highly appreciate.’

‘I believe that Horten’s real estate and construction team stands out with their in-depth industry knowledge, pragmatic approach and strong ability to handle complex transactions and disputes efficiently. They are particularly skilled at handling large projects and consistently provide precise legal advice tailored to the client’s needs.’

‘Emil Spurr Madsen is an up-and-coming partner. He is a great guy with strong commercial sense when faced with potential issues during SPA negotiations. He has a vast network which he is able to put in good use.’

‘I especially appreciate their ability to understand and adapt to my needs as a client, their quick responses, and willingness to go the extra mile to ensure that all aspects of the case are thoroughly addressed. Their excellent communication and ability to deliver clear and actionable advice is consistently impressive.’

‘Highly specialised and legally excellent team with strong analytical and strategic capabilities. They are nice to work with and are customer oriented. Able to handle the client’s internal politics efficiently. I would recommend Horten, especially for complex and critical cases.’

‘Niels Jørgen Oggesen is our lead advisor and is outstanding in terms of skills and experience. He is calm, thoughtful and invariably always provides clear and useful feedback.’

‘Alessandro Traina and Emil Spurr Madsen are a perfect team. They both have a vast experience in all aspects of real estate transactions and asset management. Also adding in that Horten is a full-service house they are able to draw on their colleagues when needed.’

‘The team is very available, able to support in legal matters but are also commercial and help to find solutions.’

‘Very down to earth and easy to work with. Supportive, commercial, and always available.’

‘The team was always available and was very good at challenging our understanding of the case.’

‘Frans Rossen was very good both in regards to best practice which reduced complexity but also guidance on where we could challenge the counterpart in order for us to make a better deal.’

‘Always a quick and business-oriented response to employment issues.’

‘Great and trustworthy collaboration with Thomas Christian Thune.’

‘Extraordinary strategic understanding.’

‘They act as one, well informed and pro-active.’

‘Qualified, communicative, eager to help.’

‘Horten is known for quality and their large market share among public customers in Denmark. They have a strong insolvency team in Aarhus.’

‘The team is very professional, skilled in negotiations and they always keep the actual business outcomes in mind when making recommendations or proposing action plans.’

‘ Lars Lüneborg has more competence than most of his colleagues, he proactively identifies the best course of action.’

‘They are very collaborative and creative. Relentless work to turn every corner and try new things.’

‘Jakob Krag Nielsen is hardworking and has both an eye for detail and the big picture at the same time. He creates an environment in his team that fosters collaboration and the courage to question things, with the result that no stone is left unturned.’

‘Horten’s intellectual property team is distinguished by its unique combination of expertise and forward-thinking approach. What sets them apart is their ability to integrate deep legal knowledge with a proactive stance on emerging technologies and legal trends, ensuring that clients receive solutions that are not only effective but also future-proof.’

‘Horten’s intellectual property team stands out for its exceptional expertise and the unique talents of its individual members, which clearly distinguish them from other firms. At the helm is Jakob Krag Nielsen, a highly regarded figure in patent litigation, known for his deep knowledge and skill in handling complex legal disputes across various industries, particularly pharmaceuticals, life sciences, and green technologies.’

‘Asger Heine Jensen adds further depth to the team with his expertise in the commercialisation and protection of IP rights. His extensive experience in handling complex transactions—including licensing, joint ventures, and M&A—provides clients with valuable support in navigating the intersection of intellectual property and business strategy. Jensen’s ability to seamlessly integrate legal guidance with commercial objectives is a key reason why clients trust Horten with their most critical IP matters.’

‘Collectively, Horten’s IP team excels not only in their legal expertise but also in their collaborative and client-focused approach. Their dedication to delivering tailored solutions and achieving positive outcomes sets them apart from competitors, making them a go-to choice for clients seeking comprehensive intellectual property counsel in Denmark.’

‘A very large focus on detail and strategy, which is of high relevance in IP litigation.’

‘Horten’s IP team have impressed me serval times with their ability to handle high-stake litigation matters. Even in these complex litigations, they are able to keep ahead on the strategic and tactical aspects of a case. They sometimes seem as if they are an actual part of our organisation and are able to come up with solutions to issues, we would never have been aware of ourselves.’

‘Very knowledgeable and creative in terms of solutions within the changing landscape of AI and media.’

‘Extremely professional, always available and very prompt in answering.’

‘I think the people we work with at Horten are very capable. They have a high level of knowledge, they are enthusiastic and service minded. They are solution oriented, yet with a keen eye on the nitty-gritty details. They are accommodating for our needs and situation.’

‘Asger Heine Jensen is a very likeable person, grounded and calm. He is very solution oriented and accommodating of the clients needs.’

‘The team, though small, punches above its weight through the diverse knowledge and extensive experience of its partners.’

‘Having worked with Henrik Stig Lauritsen, I particularly value his technical skills within direct taxes, including M&A tax and his ability to communicate complex matters concisely and in an easily understandable way.’

‘Competent, service-minded, good response time and precise communication.’

‘Henrik Stig Lauritsen has advised us and worked out excellent solutions to an incentive agreement for our employees.’