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
On Tuesday, Legal 500 had the pleasure of welcoming this year’s cohort to the GC Powerlist Spain 2026 launch event in Madrid: an evening celebrating the country’s in-house excellence shaping the legal landscape of today and tomorrow.
The evening, hosted in partnership with DLA Piper, brought together at Club Matador some of the most renowned names in the Spanish in-house legal market. This year’s reception welcomed senior in-house professionals from across industries, representing some of the most prominent companies in the country.
Carmen Godoy, lead editor of this edition of the GC Powerlist: Spain at The Legal 500, opened the evening by addressing more than 100 corporate legal professionals in attendance. In her remarks, Godoy highlighted how the research revealed Spain’s in-house legal community to be increasingly strategic and forward-looking. General counsel are evolving into key business partners, embracing innovation with pragmatism while providing resilience and stability in uncertain environments. With a strong focus on governance, compliance, sustainability, and leadership, these findings reflect a community that is strategic, innovative, and deeply human.
Following Godoy, Francisco Cerezo and César Herrero, managing partners of DLA Piper and hosts of the evening, addressed the audience, highlighting the importance of promoting spaces for exchange and recognition within the in-house legal community shaping modern business.
After their remarks, Carmen Godoy and David Freeman, on behalf of The Legal 500, proceeded with the certificate ceremony, during which each Powerlister was invited to the stage to collect their certificate.
This year’s GC Powerlist event in Madrid served as an excellent opportunity for awardees to connect and exchange reflections with their professional peers and the Legal 500 team.
On behalf of the entire team at The Legal 500, we extend our warmest congratulations to all those included in this edition of the GC Powerlist: Spain. You stand as an example of the talent, leadership, and vision driving the evolution of the general counsel role in the country.
We would also like to take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude to DLA Piper, our sponsor, for joining us in recognising the exceptional talent driving progress across Spain’s legal profession. And, of course, to each of the honourees who shared their time and insights with us. It has been a privilege to share your stories and celebrate the enduring impact you make every day.
