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Lundgrens Offices
TUBORG BOULEVARD 12
2900 HELLERUP
Denmark
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Denmark > Real estate and construction
The ‘very experienced‘ and ‘trustworthy‘ team at Lundgrens takes a ‘hands-on‘ approach when assisting clients with real estate financing matters, tender processes, and sale and leaseback transactions. Practice head Ann Frølund combines her transactional experience in M&A and real estate to advise on investments into retail, logistics and residential properties. Tobias Vieth maintains his transactional focus and primarily advises foreign investors entering the Danish market for the first time. Lars Kjær has key experience in structuring real estate portfolio acquisitions, and Niels Gram-Hanssen has notable expertise in advising institutional investors, including pension funds.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Tobias Vieth; Pedram Moghaddam; Lars Kjær; Niels Gram-Hanssen; Thomas Stampe; Lasse Hupfeld
Testimonials
‘I am very satisfied with Niels Gram-Hanssen and his team, and their ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters.’
‘Tobias Vieth and Lasse Hupfeld are both very attentive and boast a high degree of commercial understanding of the real estate industry.’
‘Hands-on approach, very experienced, and trustworthy. They are committed, driven, creative, and entrepreneurial. Both leadership from the partners to structure a complete streamlined process, and the associates engagement in any case is admirable. Very professional treatment.’
‘Lars Kjaer provides good service, dedication, and outstanding financial understanding.’
‘Lundgrens is one of the best firms I’ve interacted with in terms of engagement and commercial thinking. The partners are strong as you would expect but the associates are very well briefed and capable of running multiple work streams on their own – all lawyers are focused on achieving the best commercial outcome!’
‘Thomas Stampe sets the culture for the real estate practice and is a phenomenal leader. He is exceptionally capable but allows his associates to learn and grow into the work.’
Key clients
International Public Partnerships Ltd.
W.P. Carey Property Investors LLC
Jeudan A/S
A.P. Møller Mærsk
Hines Nordic
Aviva Investors (Pension Fund)
MT Højgaard Danmark A/S
Per Aarsleff A/S
PensionDanmark
Blackbrook
HighBrook
PKA Pension
Wihlborgs
AP Ejendomme
Vision Properties
Freja Ejendomme
Spar Nord Bank A/S
Capital investment
PensionDanmark
Artha Holding A/S
Fokus Asset Management A/S
KHR Architecture
SG Nordic Group
Amber Infrastructure
Zetland Capital Partners Ltd.
AEW Invest GmbH
Stockrate Asset Management A/S
Confederation of Danish Industries (Dansk Industri)
FoodFolk Denmark ApS (McDonalds Denmark)
Walter Immobilien Group
Boll+
Ejendomsinvest I/S
Maycon Group
Femern Link Contractors
Thylander Group
Lineage Logistics
DSB Ejendomme
NPV
AP Møller Foundation
Cromwell Group
QApartments Group
Work highlights
- Advised international shareholders on the sale of leading property company SG Nordic Group for more than DKK2bn.
- Advised W.P. Carey on over 40 retail property portfolio deals with the COOP Group, with a value of over DKK1bn.
- Advised Wihlborgs on the acquisition of office properties for more than DKK1bn.
Denmark > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2
Lundgrens‘ team uses its ‘deep sector expertise‘ to advise on deals in the retail, fintech and entertainment sectors, and while mid-market transactions remain the group’s primary focus, the team has seen an increase in large private equity mandates. Christian Scherfig advises domestic and global corporates on transactional matters, while the ‘highly skilled and very experienced‘ Peter Mollerup often advises private wealthy individuals and family offices on corporate issues. Thomas Kræmer acts as underwriting counsel in W&I matters for overseas insurance companies, and ‘outstanding professional‘ Peter Bruun Nikolajsen leads the group and advises venture capital funds and listed companies.Practice head(s):
Peter Bruun Nikolajsen
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Testimonials
‘Very good service, and qualified. Very experienced in venture/private equity deals.’
‘Peter Mollerup is a highly skilled and very experienced lawyer. We have faith in and absolute trust that our cases will be handled in the best manner, he has excellent business understanding and can think beyond the legal aspects of a case.’
‘Lundgrens combines strong technical expertise with a real business-driven mindset. This is reflected in the way the teams are pragmatic from a negotiation perspective during the life of the deal. Rarely does one see a law firm with such levels of commitment and human qualities.’
‘Peter Bruun Nikolajsen stands out as an absolute expert in his field, while remaining very humble and open for discussion, he is an outstanding professional. He is extremely skilled and can always make a deal happen.’
‘Very experienced M&A team with deep sector expertise.’
Key clients
Impilo AB
Axcel
EasyPractice
Knowit AB
Maj Invest Equity 4 K/S
Becksöndergaard
Dixa ApS
Element Ventures LP
Lyniate US/Hg Capital UK
Watches of Switzerland Group Plc
Dansk Ejerkapital (previously named Industri Udvikling)
Falcon.io
Creandum
Nordic Alpha Partners
Vinci Energies
JobTeaser
Fluidra
Kyu Collectice
BEWi Group
Labster Group
Danish Growth Fund
People Test Systems A/S
Maanesten A/S
D3 Holding AB
Altirent A/S and Altipolering A/S
Balyfa A/S
Adnami A/S
Bornholms Feriehuse A/S
Paperflow ApS
Work highlights
- Advised Nordic private equity house Impilo AB on its acquisition of the Danish chain of dental clinics Tandlægen.dk.
- Advised Japanese publicly listed Hamamatsu Holding on its acquisition of NKT Photonics A/S (part of Danish publicly listed NKT).
- Advised Maj Invest Equity 4 K/S on the sale of 95% of the shares in PcP Corporation A/S to Lagercrantz A/S (which is owned by the Swedish listed technology firm Lagercrantz AB).
Denmark > Dispute resolution Tier 2
The ‘fantastic‘ team at Lundgrens utilises its deep bench strength to handle insolvency, IP and commercial disputes, and assist with the expropriation of real estate in the public sector. The ‘excellent‘ Nicolai B. Sørensen leads the fast-growing team, and uses his ‘first-class litigation skills‘ to represent UK and US law firms in insurance, tax and white-collar crime cases. Dan Terkildsen is ‘highly skilled‘ when it comes to handling claw back proceedings and professional liability issues, while the team often represents banks and insurance companies before the Accountants Disciplinary Tribunal.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘This is my first choice for commercial and IP litigation in Denmark. They are very knowledgeable and have a strong work ethic.’
‘Dan Terkildsen is a highly skilled and very experienced litigator. We have faith and absolute trust that our cases will be processed and presented in cases in the best manner.’
‘Lundgrens have demonstrated the highest level of expertise in their advice. The dispute resolution team is fantastic. They provide solid and accurate legal advice.’
‘Lundgrens works well with international counsel. They are well versed in Danish law, have a deep bench of experience, and strong working relationships with Danish government officials.’
‘Nicolai Sørensen is excellent. He is very bright and has extensive experience and sound judgment. Nicolai delivers high quality advice with both feet on the ground with his first-class litigation skills.’
‘Lundgrens’ dispute resolution team is one of the best in the country. They have quickly become a very significant player, and are very well known and respected for their expertise.’
Key clients
Atlas Edge
Philips AB
Nordnet Bank AB
HDI Global Specialty SE
By & Havn
Fælledby P/S
Copenhagen Airports A/S
Landbrug og fødevarer F.m.b.A
Rendbæk Windmill Park
Cheminova A/S / FMC
Haldor Topsøe A/S
G4S Security Services
Johnson Controls
BankNordik
Illum
New Nordic Advisors Ltd
HDI Global SE
Codan A/S
ABB A/S
Danish Agriculture & Food Council
PFA Ejendomme
Oestergaard A/S
Steen & Strøm
AON Danmark A/S
Work highlights
- Representing the Oestergaard group, a leading manufacturer in the heavy industry sector, in an ongoing series of local and international disputes with the Haarslev Group.
- Advising UK and US law firms on pending billion-dollar lawsuits in New York, London, Frankfurt and Denmark regarding the CUM/EX scandal.
- Acting in a number of cases stemming from Qudos Insurance’s bankruptcy.
Denmark > Environment Tier 2
Lundgrens‘ practice assists a varied client roster of public authorities and private developers with environment impact assessments, and regulatory environmental law issues relating to urban development projects. Practice head Håkun Djurhuus, rated by clients as ‘one of the finest and most experienced environmental lawyers in Denmark‘, utilises his specialism in environmental, construction and public law to assist domestic businesses. Associate Betina Wichmann has over 20 years’ experience in advising on regulatory issues involving nature and coastal elements, and ground water protection matters relating to public-private development projects.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Håkun Djurhuus is the leading environmental litigator in Denmark.’
‘I believe that Håkun Djurhuus is a very skilled lawyer in the field of Environmental Law. He is one of the finest and most experienced environmental lawyers in Denmark.’
Key clients
Municipality of Ballerup
Danish Agriculture & Food Council
WSP
Freja Ejendomme A/S
The City of Aarhus
Municipality of Svendborg
Municipality of Faaborg-Midtfyn
Region and Municipality of Bornholm
Kalundborg Forsyning
Vision Ejendomme A/S
DSV Environmental Group A/S
Steen & Strøm Danmark A/S
Work highlights
- Advising DSV Environmental Group A/S on a dispute regarding environmental permits for extraction of 100,000m2 sand and gravel per year from an active gravel pit.
- Advising the Danish Agriculture & Food Council on behalf of Danish farmers, resulting in doubling the compensation for the ban on the use of pesticides.
- Advising the Municipality of Ballerup on the Environment Impact Assessment and the urban development project of an area of residential housing in a nature protection area.
Denmark > EU, competition and public procurement Tier 2
Lundgrens houses a broad team of practitioners which advises on EU public procurement and state aid rules across a number of sectors, including the infrastructure, medical devices, and energy industries. The team specialises in projects relating to construction, welfare, healthcare, and urban development. Pedram Moghaddam heads up the practice, and often appears before the Complaints Board for Public Procurement.Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘Highly competent and accessible.’
Key clients
City of Aarhus
KAB
Municipality of Hørsholm
Freja Ejendomme A/S
Region and Municipality of Bornholm
Zeeland Region
Skellefteå Kraft AB
Buhl & Bønsøe A/S
DSB
Work highlights
- Advising the Region and Municipality of Bornholm on the organisation of a public-private partnership regarding energy capacity development, involving parties from private industry, utility companies and the local and government authorities, and securing compliance with public procurement restrictions.
- Advising KAB, Denmark’s largest administrator of non-profit housing, with the public procurement strategy related to one of the largest sustainable drainage (SuDS) projects in the country to date.
- Advising The Municipality of Aarhus on designing the bidding process and drafting the terms for urban development projects involving various private, public, and semi-public stakeholders and urban areas, with values of up to DKK1bn+.
Denmark > Insolvency Tier 2
The team at Lundgrens assists a broad client roster with the transfer of bankrupt businesses and debt for equity swaps, and acts for both creditors and security agents. Practice head Kristian Gustav Andersson is ‘very knowledgeable‘ in advising domestic and international corporates on securities work and creditor and pledge rights, and is often appointed trustee by banks. Praised as a ‘key figure in the Danish market‘, Pernille Bigaard handles an array of financial restructurings and insolvency proceedings, while the ‘outstanding‘ Louise Krarup Simonsen is ‘very skilled and thorough‘ when acting as trustee and restructurer in restructuring proceedings.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Lundgrens are deeply interested in finding sustainable solutions for all parties involved. They have a unique team. They deliver great solutions and are willing to go the extra mile.’
‘Louise Krarup Simonsen is very skilled and thorough in all matters she handles. Louise is simply outstanding.’
‘The team is a good combination of experience in traditional insolvency work and ambitions towards restructuring work and distressed M&A.’
‘Pernille Bigaard has longstanding experience and is a key figure in the Danish market. She is always ready to help and easy to work with.’
‘Louise Krarup Simonsen and Kristian Gustav Andersson are both very knowledgeable and hands on in their approach.’
‘Kristian Gustav Andersson has the ability to see things from a larger perspective.’
Key clients
Early Warning
Danske Bank A/S
Jyske Bank A/S
Spar Nord A/S
FSCS Compensation Scheme
The Danish Debt Collection Agency
Grant Thornton
Vækstfonden
Nordic Trustee & Agency AB
Hines Interests Limited Partnership
Deloitte
DEAS A/S
Nordea Bank Danmark A/S
Tryg Garanti
REFA Maribo Sakskøbing Kraftvarmeværk A/S in restructuring
Lollands Bank A/S
Beierholm Statsautoriseret Revisionspartnerselskab
Capital InvestmentA/S
Artha Kapitalforvaltning A/S
Greystone Capital A/S
Work highlights
- Appointed trustee of the bankruptcy estate for Yourpay A/S, the first payment institution to go bankrupt in Denmark.
- Acted as court appointed restructurer in the restructuring of Selskabet 31. Marts 2022 A/S, formerly known Moodagent.
- Acted as court appointed restructurer for major property group Ved Amagerbanen 29 ApS /Rangstrup Ejendomme Group of 11 companies in in-court restructuring proceedings.
Denmark > Intellectual property Tier 2
The team at Lundgrens uses its ‘high degree of knowledge‘ and ‘excellent understanding‘ to advise on the full gamut of IP issues, including the management of trade mark and design portfolios, copyright disputes, and marketing campaigns. The team assists a varied client base, including international fashion brands, security companies and casino operators. ‘Excellent, best in class IP lawyer‘ Nina Ringen leads the practice, and advises international apparel companies on the planning and implementation of anti-counterfeit programmes.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Søren Danelund Reipurth; Rasmus Vang; Emilie Lerstrøm
Testimonials
‘The team excels, they have a very high degree of knowledge on statutory law and industry practice, and an excellent understanding of the market. It is always a pleasure to work with them.’
‘The IP team of Lundgrens is the number one choice in Denmark. Nina Ringen and Søren Danelund Reipurt are excellent lawyers that are pro-active and fun to work with, they are outstanding lawyers. Clients love them.’
‘The team is particularly strong and I would single out Nina Ringen and Anne Mette Sloth Berner. They are uniquely easy to work with and have great knowledge of the material law – they have always delivered strong outcomes in our cases.’
‘Rasmus Vang and Søren Danelund Reipurth are the first choice for IP litigation in Denmark. They are very experienced within IP, especially design/copyright.’
‘It’s a delight to work with the very competent IP team at Lundgrens. They are very personable and easy to work with, yet extremely professional and experienced. The trade mark prosecution work is also handled very efficiently and smoothly. The Lundgrens IP team consists of excellent lawyers.’
‘Nina Ringen is great. Her vast experience yet easy going attitude makes it very easy to work with her. She is very hands-on in her advice. Nina is an excellent, best in class IP lawyer.’
Key clients
Contour Design Group
Airwair International Ltd
Jacob Jensen Design
G4S Security Services A/S
LES DEUX
Hårklinikken
Second Female
Unisport
G-Star Raw
Work highlights
- Represented Jacob Jensen Design in media-reported injunction proceedings before the Maritime and Commercial Court, securing a solid preliminary injunction.
- Representing Airwair International Ltd (Dr. Martens) in various enforcement cases concerning the icon’s unique trade dress, as well as handling trade mark prosecution matters.
Denmark > Tax Tier 2
Lundgrens‘ team assists clients with the full range of direct and indirect tax mandates, including advising on the optimisation of transaction structures. Nicolai B. Sørensen leads the litigation work, and regularly defends clients against tax fraud prosecutions.Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘Very good service – effective and clear and always available.’
Key clients
OMEGAPOINT Holding AB
Salvesen & Thams Invest AS
Stensdal Group A/S
AVN Gruppen A/S
Turkish Airlines Inc.
Mercedes Pay GmbH
BRITA Nordic A/S and BRITA GmbH
Convinus
Brunata A/S
AON
International Leman Group
HDI Global SE
Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank
Group Kering S.A
Toshiba Carrier Europe SAS
TDK Europe GmbH
Flender GmbH
Lidea Seeds
Panasonic Connect Europe
Sivantos GmbH
SMS Group
Airbus Flight Hour Services
MAN Truck and Bus Denmark A/S
Linde GmbH
Siemens Energy Global
Evident Europe
Karnov Group AB
Alunited Denmark A/S
Work highlights
- Represented Stensdal Group A/S before the Danish Supreme Court in April 2022 regarding the tax status of construction work carried out in Denmark by independent construction companies domiciled in another EU member state.
- Advised on the tax due diligence related to Salvesen & Thams Invest AS’ acquisition of the Danish target companies in Mylna Gruppen AS, Scandinavia’s largest supplier of fitness equipment to the professional and consumer markets.
- Advised US and English law firms on Danish tax law issues in a lawsuit pending before the United States District Court and lawsuits in London.
Denmark > Banking and finance Tier 3
The ‘knowledgeable and pragmatic‘ Lars Kjær and Kristian Gustav Andersson jointly lead the ‘outstanding, very experienced‘ team at Lundgrens, which is known for its expertise in restructuring and insolvency work. Kjær primarily handles acquisition financings and reserve base lending matters, while Andersson advises bank users on company pledges and securities issues. Louise Krarup Simonsen joined the team from Skau Reipurth in April 2022 and primarily focuses on the regulatory aspects of financings, often advising fintech companies and banks on compliance and general regulatory matters.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Lars Kjær delivers advice at a very high level, he is very knowledgeable, pragmatic and responsive.’
‘They are outstanding, very experienced, and take a hands-on approach with challenging topics. They have a good work ethic and are really experienced in the Danish market.’
‘Lars Kjær is highly skilled and always able to look at ways of solving difficulties and negotiations.’
‘At Lundgrens, they are very pragmatic in their approach to solving tasks in cooperation with lenders on various transactions.’
Key clients
Artha Investment
Spar Nord Bank A/S
KanAm Grund Group
Blackbrook
HighBrook
Noreco Group
Amber Infrastructure Ltd.
Nordea Bank Danmark A/S
Danske Bank Danmark A/S
Realkredit Danmark A/S
Jyske Bank A/S
Sydbank
Banco de Credito e Inversiones
PKA Pension
Wonderwall Group
Vækstfonden (Danish Growth Fund)
Aviva Pension Fund
Work highlights
- Advised HighBrook on the €100m financing of a logistics property portfolio.
- Advised a Chilean bank on a restructuring of financing in excess of $200m in the shipping industry.
- Advised KanAm Grund Group on the €1.9bn financing of major office complex “Holm 8” at Nordhavn.
Denmark > Energy Tier 3
Lundgrens‘ energy and utilities practice serves both public and private stakeholders in the energy sector, including oil and gas companies, and enterprises in the solar and wind energy industries. Practice head Kristian Gustav Andersson is a ‘very dedicated and bright‘ specialist in upstream business regulation and oil and gas production matters. Andersson also regularly dispenses commercial, M&A, and operational advice, and handles disputes concerning producer and operator rights and obligations under joint operating agreements.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Kristian Gustav Andersson – very dedicated, bright, consummate team player.’
‘Kristian G. Andersson – Not only is the service outstanding but the understanding of our company is the best I have experienced.’
‘The team has a wide range of skills. From disputes to local regulations to corporate M&A, the Lundgrens team is always well placed to help.’
‘Always available, from partner to associate. Willingness to take a flexible approach and be creative. Kristian Gustav Andersson truly is a trusted and respected partner.’
Key clients
Noreco Oil Denmark A/S
Norwegian Energy Company ASA
Skellefteå Kraft AB
Bornholm Region and Municipality
WSP
Genesta Property Nordic Denmark A/S
Work highlights
- Advised Noreco (Norwegian Energy Company ASA) on an amendment and restatement of the LMA-financing; the amendments included an uplift of $200m to a total facility amount of $1.1bn.
- Advised Bornholm Region and Municipality, as the operator of a 17-strong partnership of public and private entities, regarding the Baltic Energy Island project.
Denmark > Media and entertainment Tier 3
Denmark > Employment Tier 4
Lundgrens‘ employment team advises a diverse client roster of listed companies, SMEs and public authorities on a range of issues, including share-based remuneration schemes, temporary employee issues, and post-termination restrictions. Anne Marie Abrahamson leads the team, and has broad knowledge spanning public employment law and the employment aspects of data protection work. Marie Louise Aagaard has particular expertise in advising on transactional employment issues, and advises on mass redundancies, equal treatment cases, and transfers of undertakings.Practice head(s):
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Key clients
SMIT Subsea Europe B.V.
Amazon UK Services Limited
Miele A/S
Paul Smith ApS
Eltel Networks A/S
Løgismose Meyer Group ApS
Work highlights
- Advising SMIT Subsea Europe B.V. on a court case, which was tried in the High Court concerning whether 200 divers are independent contractors or employees.
- Advising Paul Smith Denmark A/S on all aspects of Danish employment law, including assisting the company with expanding the business in Denmark.
- Advising Miele A/S on all matters relating to Danish employment law, including assisting with employment processes, dismissals, and ongoing employment law advice pertaining to the company’s daily operations.