Poul Schmith covers a wide array of matters related to banking and finance, including financings, bond issuance, acquisitions and regulatory advice. The firm has particular aptitude in the public sector, and advises a variety of government organisations on investments and financing, whilst also taking on private sector clients in a range of matters. Head of department Peter Hedegaard Madsen specialises in financial regulation, and is a key advisor to clients on large scale infrastructure projects, in particular in renewable energy. Clients note that Madsen has a ‘deep knowledge about [their] business needs and external stakeholders.’ Kim Rasmussen offers vast experience to the team alongside Jakob Bernhoft, who is a specialist in the sector.
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Testimonials
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- Great knowledge of the Danish market.
- ‘They think about how they can add value outside of the legal work, which they are clearly very good at, whether making connections or hosting relevant events.’
- ‘Solution-oriented and responsive. Are able to bridge to international work seamlessly through internal experience or partners.’
- ‘Kim Rasmussen's technical knowledge and negotiation skills stand out.’
- ‘Good understanding of the regulatory environment in Denmark. ’
- ‘Excellent knowledge and ability to provide relevant advice for the business.’
- ‘Their practice is characterised by a high degree of professionalism and reliability. Matters are handled with diligence, precision, and a thorough understanding of the legal framework.’
- ‘Extremely service minded. Very good knowledge. Very transparent.’
- ‘Flemming Pristed is an outstanding partner – consistently accessible, highly service-minded, and exceptionally skilled in his field, always providing excellent advice.’
Key clients
- Axcel Management A/S
- Polaris Equity Management
- European Energy A/S
- Coop Danmark A/S
- HSBC Innovation Banking Limited
- Gilion
- Lisa and friends AB (“Lisa&”)
- Danske Bank A/S
- Nykredit Bank A/S
- EIFO
- ATP (Arbejdsmarkedets Tillægspension)
- Finanstilsynet
- Finansministeriet
- GoCollective A/S
- AP Pension Livsforsikringsaktieselskab
- Impact Fund Denmark
- HOFOR Holding A/S
- DSB
- Nordic Trustee AS
- Jyske Bank A/S
Work highlights
Advised the Danish Ministry of Finance on the legal design and establishment of an investment vehicle aimed at direct minority investment in offshore wind farms with a total investment capacity of USD 2.4 billion.
Advised the Impact Fund Denmark in connection with its DKK 1.55 billion project financing and related DKK 684 million cash grant for the financing of a water treatment plant to service provision of clean drinking water to the city of Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Advised Arbejdsmarkedets Tillægspension (ATP) on its participation in a USD 154 million shareholder bridge facility for Northvolt AB, including a proposed accordion increase, in the lead-up to Northvolt’s Chapter 11 filing in the U.S.
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Practice head
Peter Hedegaard Madsen
Other key lawyers
Kim Rasmussen; Jakob Bernhoft; Flemming Pristed