Gorrissen Federspiel has a proven track record within the banking and finance sector, receiving mandates from a variety of different clients, including large international banks, holding companies, renewable energy developers and lenders. Practice strengths include financing, debt management, large transactions and loan financing. The team stands out for its ‘professionalism, expertise, and proactive approach’. Morten Nybom Bethe leads the team and has strong credentials in leveraged and corporate financing, alongside expertise in the regulatory aspects of banking and finance. Tina Herbing is described as ’pragmatic’ and has a focus on financing in the renewables sector. Mikkel Fritsch has a specialism in securitisation matters. Thomas Maaberg Hansen and Maj Signe Mønsted advise across a breadth of matters, including acquisitions.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Very knowledgeable and nice people, on top of industry trends.’
- ‘We work with Tina Herbing, and she is nothing less than amazing. With her in your corner, you get the best possible outcome and results. She is pragmatic and ensures smooth negotiations, again with the best possible results.’
- ‘Specialisation in financing agreements. Knowledge of regulatory frameworks. Commercial understanding. Effective legal risk management. Personal and collaborative competencies. Proactive advisory approach. Availability and responsiveness.’
- ‘We had the pleasure of working with GF on a complex project. Their professionalism, expertise, and proactive approach ensured a smooth process and successful outcome. We highly recommend their services.'
- ‘Mikkel Fritsch and Maj Mønsted have helped out a great deal. They are always happy to help and are quick to act.’
- ‘Very service-minded. Strong understanding of Danish regulatory authorities and their operational dynamics. For us, this entails exceptional value in financial regulatory authorisation procedures and related questions in Denmark.’
- ‘Very knowledgeable and thorough.’
- ‘Mikkel Fritsch is a very competent, hands-on lawyer, who connects and communicates closely with the clients. He has a great eye for detail, and for finding any possible advantage for his client.’
Key clients
- Danske Bank
- SEB
- Nykredit
- Nordea
- EIFO (Export and Investment Fund of Denmark)
- BlackRock
- DNB Bank
- Apollo
- Capital Four
- Svitzer
- Andel
- Morgan Stanley
- Blackstone
- Jyske Bank
Work highlights
Advised Innosera ApS Danish aspects of the debt commitments supporting its voluntary tender offer for all shares in Bavarian Nordic A/S (valuing the company at c.DKK 19bn).
Advised EIFO on the financing of PGE’s stake in the 1.5GW Baltica 2 offshore wind project, including an EUR 800m project finance guarantee, alongside EIB and EBRD support.
Advised the bookrunners and MLAs on senior facilities for DFDS A/S to finance its DKK 1.65bn acquisition of Ekol Logistics’ Türkiye–Europe international transport network.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Morten Nybom Bethe
Other key lawyers
Tina Herbing; Thomas Maaberg Hansen; Maj Signe Mønsted; Mikkel Fritsch