TM & Partners > Stockholm, Sweden > Firm Profile
TM & Partners Offices
Jakobs Torg 3
SE 111 52 Stockholm
Sweden
TM & Partners > The Legal 500 Rankings
Sweden > Banking and finance Tier 2
TM & Partners provides clients with ‘a very professional, yet very friendly and uncomplicated approach’. The firm advises high-profile banks, financial institutions, funds and major borrowers, as well as acting as local counsel for large international law firms on a broad range of domestic and cross-border financing transactions, including debt capital markets. Cecilia Rudels co-heads the team and is well versed in financing transactions in the real estate and infrastructure sectors. Tobhias Brandell, who also leads the team, is another key name for financing work, while Eva Sundling handles regulatory issues.Practice head(s):
Cecilia Rudels; Tobhias Brandell
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Quick and responsive.’
‘Always ready for new cases and opportunities, and provides a stable and solid framework on any case.’
‘Easy access, high quality, and detail oriented.’
‘Never any doubt, and reliable advice.’
‘The team has shown excellent expertise and has reacted every time we had an inquiry within a very short period of time.’
‘The individuals have a very professional, yet very friendly and uncomplicated approach towards the clients.’
‘TM & Partners is my preferred law firm to work with. They always respond quickly, give good feedback/advice, and always deliver on time.’
‘They are positive people who enjoy their work. Partner Eva Sundling is very competent, easy to work with and has a positive attitude.’
Key clients
Alma Property Partners
Banco Santander S.A.
Danske Bank
Kungsleden AB
NatWest
Nordea Bank AB
NREP AB
Nykredit
Samhällsbyggnadsbolaget i Norden AB
SBAB Bank AB
Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (SEB)
Svenska Handelsbanken AB
Swedbank AB
Work highlights
- Advised Nordea Bank in connection with the financing of a public offer made by Castellum to the shareholders of Kungsleden, to acquire all shares in Kungsleden for approx. €2.65bn.
- Acted as lead counsel to the international bank syndicate including, among others, JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, BNP Paribas, Nordea, Danske Bank, Swedbank and SEB in connection with the financing of Storskogen’s IPO (a €1bn credit facility).
- Acted as Swedish counsel to the Mandated Lead Arrangers (Banco Santander S.A. and National Westminster Bank Plc) in connection with the financing of a public offer made by Basalt Infrastructure Partners (through Ride BidCo AB) to the shareholders of Nobina AB (a company listed on Nasdaq Stockholm) for approx €930m.
Sweden > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 3
Fielding ‘a strong team of highly trained and client-focused M&A lawyers’, TM & Partners continues to act for foreign and domestic private equity funds, state-owned companies, and industrial corporates on cross-border M&A deals. Sten Hedbäck heads up the practice and has considerable experience in acquisitions and divestitures. Vaiva Eriksson is another key name for M&A and general corporate law matters, while Niclas Högström assists private equity funds and industrial clients with deals.Practice head(s):
Sten Hedbäck
Other key lawyers:
Vaiva Eriksson; Niclas Högström; Per Granström
Testimonials
‘We have been working with TM & Partners for a number of years. They are our go-to law firm due to extensive experience, dedication and ability to work on complex M&A projects.’
‘TM & Partners has a strong team of highly trained and client-focused M&A lawyers.’
‘They take into account not only legal, but also the business and strategic aspects of projects, delivering precise and high-quality advice.’
‘Whenever needed, attorneys from other practice areas are ready to support us.’
‘Niclas Högström is our main point of contact and trusted adviser. He delivers sound legal advice and stands out for his ability to focus on resolving key issues. Together with his team I can give them the highest recommendation.’
‘Vaiva Eriksson is an exceptional lawyer.’
‘They have a good circle of contacts. They have a good speed in what they do.’
Key clients
Norvestor Equity
Priveq Investment
CombinedX AB
Nexxiot AG
Obvious Ventures
Mimir Capital
Coala-Life Group AB
Alliance Marine SAS
Colive AB
Footway Group
NetNordic
Plint
Fuud AB
Endúr ASA
PHM Group
Cyberinsights (a portfolio company of Moor Holding)
Zaver (Frink AB)
MB Funds
Work highlights
- Advised the management of Tradera Sweden on its acquisition of the company from PayPal (an MBO project).
- Advised Plint on the acquisition of all shares in KM Studio.
- Advised Switzerland-based Nexxiot AG on the acquisition of a majority stake and a subsequent purchase of all outstanding shares in a Swedish company MOST from, among others, the Swedish family office Resona, one of Scandinavia’s foremost technology investors.
Sweden > Data privacy and data protection Tier 3
The technology team at TM & Partners is headed up by Fredrik Gustafsson and handles a range of data privacy and data protection matters, including compliance work, GDPR issues and the data aspects of M&A transactions. Gustafsson is experienced in the industrial, real estate, fintech, financial services and healthcare sectors.Practice head(s):
Fredrik Gustafsson
Other key lawyers:
Erik Woodcock
Testimonials
‘They are focusing on providing a good results.’
‘They really put time and effort in to understanding our structure to be able to give suitable advice.’
‘Fredrik Gustafsson was good in analysing regulations and finding good solutions in a complex area.’
‘We received very pleasant and professional treatment in a matter that for us was difficult and troublesome.’
‘As the issue we had at hand was new to us and within an area of expertise where we ourselves had limited experience it was a relief to get assigned such competent help.’
‘Fredrik Gustafsson explained in a very comprehensive way what we should do and how. His instructions were easy to follow and due to the knowledgeable and professional assistance we received, our problem was solved in a correct and satisfying manner.’
‘As a bonus we might be able to take care of any future problems of the same kind ourselves. If not, we would definitely contact Fredrik Gustafsson again.’
‘High adaptability as well as a pragmatic and professional approach.’
Key clients
LRF Samköp AB
Priveq Investment
CombinedX AB
Norvestor Equity
Coala-Life Group AB
Vivesto AB, formerly Oasmia Pharmaceutical
Re:NewCell AB
Swemac AB
Alliance Marine SAS
Work highlights
- Advising Plint on all the data privacy and data protection aspects of its acquisition of all shares in KM Studio.
- Advising LRF Samköp AB, an affiliate of the Swedish farmers’ association (one of Sweden’s largest associations), on most of its legal matters, including data privacy and data protection matters.
- Advising CombinedX AB on all data privacy and data protection aspects of the group’s acquisition of all shares in Attentec, a digitalisation company specialised in IoT solutions and active in the Swedish and Norwegian markets.
Sweden > Employment Tier 3
TM & Partners' practice is ‘dedicated and passionate’ and handles a range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including transaction-related work and disputes. Key areas of focus include restructurings, pensions matters, data protection issues, trade secrets work and internal investigations. Anna Jerndorf, who heads up the team, is well known in the market and is experienced in assisting multinationals with restructurings and establishments in Sweden.Practice head(s):
Anna Jerndorf
Other key lawyers:
Lisa Ericsson
Testimonials
‘The team is dedicated and passionate about TM & Partners’ vision and high standards. Apart from their high skills and broad competence they invest time and engagement in sharing their expertise on upcoming new legislation to a broad HR community in the region as part of their work.’
‘Anna Jerndorf is an exceptional professional with broad competence within the Employment area in particular and Swedish legal best practice in a broad sense.’
‘The competence in the team is extremely high and as a customer you feel calm and relaxed. The team is very service minded and give you a lot of attention, making you feel that you are the only customer at the moment. The whole team work close to your business and are really spot on concerning their suggestions and help.’
‘The individuals have a lot of knowledge and keep a very high standard. They work close to you and are interested in learning more about your business. They are extremely service minded and give you an answer 24/7. Compared to other firms, TM & Partners are more business oriented.’
‘The team have a strong collaboration, so if my main contact is busy I can directly have contact with another member of the team when matters are urgent.’
‘My main contact Anna Jerndorf is always easy to get in contact with, answers quick and gives straight accurate and pragmatic answers always with that something extra to consider. She is very professional with high integrity.’
‘An ability to adapt the advice to the recipient.’
‘Anna Jerndorf has helped us with disputes as well as drawing up agreements and legal assessments. She has always delivered fast and accurate advice that created value for us.’
Key clients
Apoteket
CombinedX AB
Coala-Life Group AB
Fuud AB
Hafa Bathroom Group
Norvestor Equity
Eolus Vind
Otsuka Pharma Europe
Posti Group
SS&C Technologies, Inc.
Work highlights
- Advising Plint on the employment law aspects of its acquisition of all shares in KM Studio.
- Advising Alliance Marine (France) on the employment law aspects of the acquisition of all shares in Jan Comstedt.
- Advising NASDAQ-listed CombinedX on the employment law aspects of its acquisition of all shares in Attentec, a digitalisation company specialising in IoT solutions and active in the Swedish and Norwegian markets.
Sweden > IT and telecoms Tier 3
TM & Partners advises on a broad range of matters in the IT and telecoms arenas, including IT and commercial agreements, the IT aspects of corporate deals and IT procurements. It is particularly experienced in the Swedish industrials sector and also assists fintech and healthcare companies. Practice head Fredrik Gustafsson is a notable name for transactional matters and data protection issues.Practice head(s):
Fredrik Gustafsson
Testimonials
‘They have a combination of high competence and being friendly and easy to work with, as well as giving effective and trustworthy guidance. It gives me as a client the feeling of being safe and supported in full.’
‘They give a very personal appearance to a professional role, where you can see that there is a great team spirit supporting.’
‘High competence and valuable guidance.’
Key clients
LRF Samköp AB
Priveq Investment
CombinedX AB
Norvestor Equity
Coala-Life Group AB
Vivesto AB, formerly Oasmia Pharmaceutical
Re:NewCell AB
Eastern Light
Swemac AB
Cinis Fertilizer
Alliance Marine SAS
Work highlights
- Advising Plint on all IT aspects of its acquisition of all shares in KM Studio.
- Advising LRF Samköp AB, an affiliate of the Swedish farmers’ association (one of Sweden’s largest associations), on its IT matters.
- Advising CombinedX AB on all IT aspects of the group’s acquisition of all shares in Attentec, a digitalisation company specialized in IoT solutions and active on the Swedish and Norwegian market.
Sweden > Real estate Tier 3
TM & Partners is highly active in the commercial real estate market, advising high-profile domestic and regional investment funds and property developers on a range of buy and sell mandates. The group competently handles complex issues involving multiple jurisdictions, joint ventures and less traditional funding methods. ‘Sharp’ group co-head Natalie Brentz possesses expertise in both transactions and project development issues including land agreements and building rights issues, while fellow co-head and ‘key contact’ Safa Mahmoudi focuses on large development and infrastructure projects. Team co-head Jens Haneklint is ‘always available’ and is a specialist in commercial tenancy and residential tenancy law. Senior associates Amela Balijaj and Catharina Danielsson have been highly active in matters, contributing a strong understanding of real estate transactions and property-related issues.Practice head(s):
Natalie Bretz; Safa Mahmoudi; Jens Haneklint
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Natalie Bretz has a proven track record in executing real estate transactions. She is sharp in negotiations and communicates clearly and with detail.’
‘Safa Mahmoudi, who is our key contact at TM & Partners, is an absolute joy to work with and is great to have on one’s side during tough negotiations.’
‘Customer-friendly team that assists regardless of the issue. Good at reading needs and assignments and delivers brilliantly based on description. Very competent at dialogue with counterparty representatives and negotiating on behalf of the client.’
‘They have an extremely competent partner in Safa Mahmoudi who puts together a team based on the needs of the client. Extra plus to associate Amela Balijaj who is meticulous, flexible and very competent.’
‘TM and Partners is a relatively large firm but gives you the service and commitment as if you were their only client. They have a broad competence in real estate transactions and a special expertise in healthcare properties. They are flexible and can quickly adapt based on the conditions of the various cases depending on the type of care and property.’
‘They are very friendly and personal in their approach. They always call you back within hours and give support to you in every matter.’
‘Overall, a great team of hardworking and competent people. If any competence is missing, they make sure to immediately supplement it with relevant competence. They always package the final product in an accessible way!’
‘Jens Haneklint is a person who is always available. He makes everybody work in a structured way and, as far as I can judge, with great joy.’
Key clients
Arwidsro
Cibus Nordic Real Estate
Citycon
Europa Capital
Intea Fastigheter
KF Fastigheter
Magnolia Bostad
Mitsubishi Estate
Nordr
OBOS
Peab Projektfastigheter
Reliwe AB
Real Value Management
Samfastigheter i Norden
Swedish Pelican Self Storage
Unobo
Vendus Sweden AB (formerly Venandi Livs)
Work highlights
- Advising Venandi Fastigheter on its investment in a portfolio of 37 grocery properties across Sweden worth approx. €200m.
- Advising a JV company owned by JM and OBOS Kärnhem Bostadsproduktion on the acquisition of a large property in Lund.
- Advising Cavandium in connection with Arlandastad Group’s divestment of a 125,000sq.m. business park project worth approx. €52m.
Sweden > Capital markets Tier 4
TM & Partners’ capital markets practice has a strong focus on ECM work and is recommended for stock exchange listings, public takeovers, capital raisings and restructuring work. The team acts for Swedish and international companies, including private equity and venture capital funds, and investment banks, and is led by Johan Wigh, who handles transactional and regulatory matters. Sandra Broneus left the firm for Hammarskiöld.Practice head(s):
Johan Wigh
Testimonials
‘TM responds quickly and always delivers high-quality advice and material.’
‘The team is very experienced, understands the commercial aspects of the deal and is creative in coming up with great solutions and structures.’
Key clients
Arla Plast AB
Arcane Crypto AB
Careium AB
CDON AB
Coala-Life Group AB
Formerly RNB Retail and Brands ABCombinedX AB
FUUD AB
Infrea ABTeqnion AB
Vivesto AB
SaltX Technology Holding AB
Söder Sportfiske AB
Swedish Stirling AB
Work highlights
- Advising CombinedX AB on the listing of the company’s shares on Nasdaq First North Premier Growth Market.
- Advising Vivesto AB in connection with a fully guaranteed rights issuance of SEK151m.
- Advising Careium and DORO in connection with the distribution of all shares in Careium to the shareholders of Doro, and the subsequent listing of Careium’s shares on Nasdaq First North Growth Market (so-called Lex Asea distribution).
Sweden > Dispute resolution Tier 4
Under the leadership of Viktor Magnell and Kristoffer Stråth, TM & Partners continues to act for high-profile companies and individuals on a range of domestic and cross-border disputes. Magnell often sits as arbitrator and Stråth handles arbitration and civil litigation proceedings, and has recently been active in a number of insurance disputes. Natalie Bretz is a key name for real estate and construction claims.Practice head(s):
Viktor Magnell; Kristoffer Stråth
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Viktor Magnell. Amazing grasp of both business and legal issues. Ability to quickly identify issues and suggest concrete and actionable advice.’
‘We have worked with the managing partner Kristoffer Stråth. He is in our experience an outstanding litigator who possesses all skills that a litigator should possess; legal, tactic and strategical. He is in our opinion also very skilled in negotiating settlements in complicated disputes. It should also be mentioned that he is very efficient.’
‘Viktor Magnell: He is an excellent, experienced and highly professional lawyer. He has a good grip on his team and manages cases proficiently. His strategic thinking, responsiveness and solution solving approach is what sets him apart.’
‘Strong and capable team.’
‘Viktor Magnell is a very intelligent and tough lawyer.’
Key clients
Anoto Group AB
Arwidsro AB
Eastern Light AB
Idermark och Lagerwall Reklam AB
Oljeshejkerna Johnsson AB
Team Olivia AB
Twin Taurus AB
Work highlights
- Acting as counsel in a major construction dispute.
- Representing Anoto Group AB in a dispute against Grant Thornton Sweden AB concerning the audit of Anoto from 2017 to 2021.
- Acting as counsel in a dispute concerning a construction contract (dispute value: in excess of €100m).
Sweden > Healthcare and life sciences Tier 4
Led by Fredrik Gustafsson, Anna Jerndorf and Johan Wigh, TM & Partners‘ cross-practice team is engaged by domestic and international clients for its expertise in commercial contracts and sector-specific transactions. Gustafsson is well versed in regulatory matters and specialises in data privacy and protection work, while Jerndorf is noted for her expertise in employment law.Practice head(s):
Fredrik Gustafsson; Anna Jerndorf; Johan Wigh
Key clients
Apoteket
Cinis Fertilizer
Coala-Life Group AB
FUUD AB
Gilead Sciences
Otsuka Pharma Scandinavia
Re:NewCell AB
Swemac
Vivesto AB
Work highlights
- Advising Otsuka Pharma Scandinavia on its legal matters.
- Advised Vivesto AB in connection with a fully guaranteed rights issuance.
- Advised Cinis Fertilizer in connection with the negotiation of long-term agreements with Northvolt and Van Iperen International, as well as a pre-IPO fundraising.
TM & Partners > Firm Profile
The firm: TM & Partners is a leading Swedish commercial law firm, specialised in transactional and high-end advisory work. The firm provides comprehensive legal services within the areas of M&A, banking and finance, capital markets and public M&A, corporate real estate, corporate and commercial, dispute resolution, employment, IP and technology, and restructuring and insolvency. The firm is particularly strong in such business sectors as financial investors, financial services, real estate, energy and infrastructure.
TM & Partners has a strong track record in cross-border transactions and maintains close, working relationships with leading law firms in other jurisdictions, which ensures a seamless service delivery across the borders. The high level of senior attention in each assignment is a cornerstone of the firm and distinguishes it from its peers.
For more information, please visit www.tmpartners.se.
M&A: The practice is recognized for high quality work on M&A transactions of all types, acting for a broad number of Nordic and European private equity funds, state-owned companies and several large industrial corporates. The firm is also well known among the leading Swedish corporate finance firms and departments of audit firms for its work on sales mandates for entrepreneurs divesting their companies. The team continues to advise on some of Sweden’s and the region’s most demanding transactions and often acts as lead counsel in complex cross-border projects involving multiple jurisdictions in the Nordics and beyond.
Banking and finance: TM & Partners advises Swedish and international companies, private equity funds, banks and other financial institutions on a broad spectrum of domestic and cross-border financing transactions, including debt capital markets deals. The team offers expertise in bilateral and syndicated lending, mezzanine debt financing, issuance of bonds, notes and other debt instruments, acquisition finance, real estate finance, asset and project finance, export and trade finance, structured finance and securitisations, sale and leaseback transactions, derivatives, venture capital lending, workouts and debt restructurings. The practice also advises on regulatory and compliance issues.
Capital markets and public M&A: The capital markets team oversees and manages all types of capital markets transactions, from stock exchange listings and public takeovers to capital raisings and restructurings. The team advises Swedish and international listed companies and other players such as private equity and venture capital funds, investment banks, investment funds and securities companies, and other stakeholders within the capital markets area. The team also assists clients with regulatory matters including, e.g., licensing and disclosure requirements in general and legal issues associated with the establishment of fund structures.
Corporate real estate: The team provides expert advice on acquiring and selling real estate and real estate companies, as well as assistance with financing of real estate transactions. The clients include both Swedish and foreign players, including private and listed real estate companies, real estate developers, funds and institutions. The team maintains excellent relations with leading property experts at foreign law firms and offers assistance in cross-border transactions. In addition to transactional advice, the group provides assistance with commercial leases, tenancy disputes, property registration and permit issues, land development, expropriation and other compulsory purchase issues.
Corporate and commercial: TM & Partners advises both Swedish and international business on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters, such as corporate governance, liability issues, shareholders rights and drafting, review, and negotiation of commercial contracts, including contracts for agency and distribution, manufacturing and outsourcing, procurement, services, maintenance and support, partnerships and co-operations, joint ventures and strategic alliances and IT and licensing.
Dispute resolution: TM & Partners provides legal advice and architects commercially beneficial solutions to safeguard and promote the clients’ interests in the event of an uprising dispute. The team’s approach is focused on the clients’ interests, not to make big cases. However, if the dispute cannot be managed without formal dispute resolution, the team has profound experience of successfully representing clients in complex commercial litigation in Swedish courts as well as through arbitration, domestic as well as international. Viktor Magnell and Kristoffer Stråth both frequently act as arbitrators.
Employment: TM & Partners’ well established, highly regarded employment practice advises on a broad spectrum of employment law matters ranging from transactional work to employment disputes. Other areas of expertise include internal investigations, trade secrets and non-compete matters, labour/union negotiations, international restructurings, pension, and benefits matters and GDPR.
IP and technology: TM & Partners advises clients in the full spectrum of IT-related matters, such as contracts within the fields of development, maintenance and support of applications, infrastructure service, cloud services, outsourcing, data protection and privacy (GDPR), commercialisation of intellectual rights and use of open source. The team has vast experience in all forms of complex IT related deals and the law relating to the latest IT trends.
Restructuring and insolvency: The firm provides advice regarding insolvency law to companies in financial difficulties, to banks and other financial institutions, investors, and other financial players, as well as companies that within the course of their general business, need insolvency law assistance. The team’s approach is to offer comprehensive advice within the field of insolvency and for this reason the practice group includes lawyers with significant experience of receivership, reorganisation and liquidation, as well as experts from other practice groups, such as banking and finance, dispute resolution, M&A, and employment.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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M&A and Investments | Sten Hedbäck | sten.hedback@tmpartners.se | |
M&A and Investments | Niclas Högström | niclas.hogstrom@tmpartners.se | |
Banking & Finance | Tobhias Brandell | tobhias.brandell@tmpartners.se | |
Banking & Finance | Cecilia Rudels | cecilia.rudels@tmpartners.se | |
Capital Markets & Public M&A | Johan Wigh | johan.wigh@tmpartners.se | |
Corporate & Commercial | Peter Törngren | peter.torngren@tmpartners.se | |
Corporate & Commercial | Per Granström | per.granstrom@tmpartners.se | |
Corporate Real Estate | Jens Haneklint | jens.haneklint@tmpartners.se | |
Corporate Real Estate | Safa Mahmoudi | safa.mahmoudi@tmpartners.se | |
Real Estate and Construction | Natalie Bretz | natalie.bretz@tmpartners.se | |
Dispute Resolution | Viktor Magnell | viktor.magnell@tmpartners.se | |
Dispute Resolution | Kristoffer Stråth | kristoffer.strath@tmpartners.se | |
Employment | Anna Jerndorf | anna.jerndorf@tmpartners.se | |
Restructuring & Insolvency | Peter Törngren | peter.torngren@tmpartners.se | |
Restructuring & Insolvency | Jens Haneklint | jens.haneklint@tmpartners.se | |
Risk & Crises Management | Kristoffer Stråth | kristoffer.strath@tmpartners.se | |
Risk & Crises Management | Anna Jerndorf | anna.jerndorf@tmpartners.se | |
IP and Technology | Fredrik Gustafsson | fredrik.gustafsson@tmpartners.se |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Mr Tobhias Brandell | Partner | View Profile | |
Mrs Natalie Bretz | Partner | View Profile | |
Catharina Danielsson | Advokat, Senior associate | View Profile | |
Mrs Vaiva Eriksson | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Per Granström | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Fredrik Gustafsson | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Jens Haneklint | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Sten Hedbäck | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Niclas Högström | Partner | View Profile | |
Mrs Anna Jerndorf | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Viktor Magnell | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Safa Mahmoudi | Managin Partner, Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Martin Rosell | Senior Advisor | View Profile | |
Mrs Cecilia Rudels | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Kristoffer Stråth | Managing Partner | View Profile | |
Mrs Eva Sundling | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Peter Törngren | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Johan Wigh | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Erik Woodcock | Advokat, Senior Counsel | View Profile |