Denmark 2025
Supported by the Association of Corporate Counsel
Senior vice president and group general counsel | GN Store Nord
Senior vice president, general counsel and ESG | Adform
Vice President, Corporate Legal, IP & Business Ethics and Compliance | Ambu
Vice president, group general counsel | Royal Unibrew
Group general counsel, head of global legal, IPR and compliance | LEO Pharma
Group general counsel, vice president, legal, compliance and risk management | Milestones System
Chief legal counsel, Denmark and counsel for Europe region projects | G4S Security Services
Global general counsel, vice president, legal, brand protection and indirect procurement | Bang & Olufsen
Global general counsel | Scan Global Logistics
Legal lead, Northern Europe Region | Wipro Technologies & Designit
Vice president, head of legal and compliance | Danske Commodities
Chief legal officer, head of group legal | Velliv, Pension & Livsforsikring
Senior vice president, group legal and compliance, general counsel | SimCorp
Chief legal officer and head of corporate affairs | ATP Ejendomme
Senior manager, development and legal | NCC Property Development
Director, group general counsel and board secretary | Faerch Group
General counsel and head of corporate affairs | A.P. Møller – Mærsk
Vice president, head of legal, deputy general counsel | A.P. Møller – Mærsk
General counsel and head of legal, private markets | PensionDanmark
Head of legal, group operations and compliance | Eurowind Energy
General counsel and chief human resources officer | Copenhagen Business School
General counsel, head of governance, risk and compliance | Dagrofa
Senior vice president, general counsel, legal, risk and compliance | Pandora
Head of legal data, IP and marketing | Grundfos
Group vice president, chief legal officer, head of M&A and compliance | DLG Group
On behalf of Legal 500, it is our pleasure to warmly welcome you to the GC Powerlist: Denmark 2025.
Following the success of last year, this year’s publication maintains its focus on the outstanding Individuals who continue to elevate the in-house legal profession across Denmark. We are proud to spotlight the most committed and accomplished corporate lawyers in the country, celebrating their remarkable achievements over the past year.
This edition honours an exclusive group of general counsel, heads of legal, and other key in-house legal professionals, whose expertise, leadership, and dedication to excellence stand out within the business and legal communities. From integrating cutting-edge legal technology and navigating complex political and economic landscapes to championing diversity and inclusion and shaping executive-level decisions, these individuals exemplify what it means to lead with impact.
Inside, you’ll find in-depth profiles and exclusive interviews with some of Denmark’s most influential in-house lawyers, representing a diverse range of industries. Their ability to craft legal strategies, manage risk, and guide business decisions is a testament to the increasingly strategic role that legal departments now play within their organisations.
The research and interviews behind this publication brought forward key insights, including the resilience of in-house teams amid ongoing European political and economic uncertainty, and the growing – and necessary – integration of technology, especially artificial intelligence, into their daily work. Another key theme is the expanding influence of in-house counsel at the C-suite level, underscoring their critical role in driving business success.
Through this edition, we delve into the unique challenges and opportunities shaping Denmark’s legal landscape and share the stories of the individuals redefining what it means to be a modern in-house lawyer. Our goal is to offer a compelling snapshot of the sector’s evolution and the enduring value of legal teams within today’s corporate environment.
We extend our sincere thanks and congratulations to all the featured lawyers for their generous contributions and for sharing their insights and experiences. It is a privilege to present this distinguished list of Denmark’s most outstanding, dedicated, and forward-thinking in-house legal professionals.
Finally, our heartfelt thanks go to EY Denmark for partnering with us once again and for hosting the official launch event. Your continued support is greatly appreciated.
Francisco Castro | Research Editor | GC Powerlist series
Legal 500’s GC Summit Netherlands brought together leading in-house counsel and legal experts at The Renaissance in Amsterdam for a half-day of focused discussions and networking. The programme provided practical insights into how legal teams are adapting their roles amid growing geopolitical, technological, and regulatory pressures.
The event opened with a presentation by Mariken van Loopik, partner at Linklaters, who examined how geopolitical developments are reshaping expectations of legal advisers. The session highlighted the increasing need for both in-house and external counsel to adopt a more strategic approach, integrating compliance, risk management, and commercial awareness into their work.
The next session turned to the growing use of artificial intelligence in legal practice. Moderated by Allan Cohen, senior research editor at Legal 500, the panel featured Anastasia Scrève of LEGALFLY, Mateusz Wrzesinski of Barilla, and Gitte Groenewold-Wong of Prosus. The discussion focused on practical steps for using AI tools responsibly, with speakers addressing issues such as data protection, accountability, and day-to-day governance. Panellists shared approaches that help legal teams use technology effectively without compromising professional standards.
After a networking break, the summit moved to sustainability and reporting obligations in the session on legal pitfalls and climate reporting in 2025. Moderated by Daniella Strik, partner at Linklaters, the panel brought together Marco Frikkee of KPMG, Suzanne Debrichy of PostNL, and Anne-Lize van Dusseldorp of Aalberts N.V. The speakers discussed the legal risks associated with forward-looking climate statements, the challenges of preparing 2025 annual reports, and the practical decisions general counsel must navigate as climate-related disclosures expand.
The programme continued with a session on the evolving role of the general counsel, considering how senior in-house lawyers balance legal risk with wider organisational priorities. Speakers shared examples of how GCs contribute to business strategy, embed legal thinking into operational decisions, and support their organisations in fast-moving environments.
The summit concluded with a discussion on regulatory developments in the financial sector. Moderated by Allan Cohen, the session featured insights from Fleur de Roos of Fourthline and Mischa Menheere of Investancia Group. Panellists considered shifting supervisory expectations, cross-border complications, and emerging areas of regulatory focus, offering practical guidance for legal teams working in financial and corporate contexts.
We extend our sincere thanks to our headline sponsor, Linklaters, and to LEGALFLY for their support. We look forward to welcoming attendees again at the next edition of the GC Summit Netherlands.
