Bech-Bruun is relied on for its ‘deep specialisation, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and consistently high-quality legal advice’ within the employment sector. The team works in a variety of industries, including logistics and transportation, insurance and retail, and also does significant work in the pensions space. The team advises on a broad range of matters, representing clients on discrimination cases, wage disputes and the employment aspects of large M&A deals. Lise Lauridsen leads the team, with in-depth knowledge and experience in outsourcing, reorganisations and high profile matters, and is praised for her ’efficiency’ and ‘dedication’. Also playing a prominent role in the team is Sandro Ratkovic, with significant expertise in matters related to ’incentive schemes, collective dismissals and protection of trade secrets’.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Accolades
Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Bech-Bruun stands out for its deep specialisation, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and consistently high-quality legal advice tailored to complex business needs. The team combines legal excellence with a forward-thinking approach to innovation, client service, and talent development, setting it apart from other firms in the market.’
- ‘Sandro Ratkovic is without doubt the leading advisor within employment law in Denmark. His advice is consistently sharp, pragmatic, and deeply rooted in commercial understanding. We rely on his ability to cut through complexity and deliver clear, actionable guidance that supports sound business decisions. He sets the standard for excellence in this field.’
- ‘The service is excellent: accurate, timely, professional, and provided by very friendly people.’
- ‘Excellent at understanding our needs and responding effectively. Always ready to help with any issue, anytime.’
- ‘Bech-Bruun is a highly professional and modern law firm. We always feel that we are in very safe hands in our collaboration with Bech-Bruun, due to its size and technical resources, Bech Bruun is able to provide specialist knowledge from all areas of law.'
- ‘We can highly recommend Lise Lauridsen with whom we have a long-standing relationship. We have used the brilliant services of Lise Lauridsen for several years and appreciate her highly qualified expertise, her efficiency and her dedication to our company.'
- ‘A strong team that delivers the right balance of legal skills and business understanding.’
Key clients
- Mars
- KK Wind Solutions
- Netflix Denmark
- UBS
- Sampo
- Caverion
- Leo Pharma
- Blast
- Verisure
- A.P. Moller Holding
- Novo Holdings A/S
- Copenhagen Offshore Partners
- Rockwool
- Kompan
- The Royal Danish Household
- Royal Canin
- Velliv
- The Municipality of Frederikshavn
- Mercedes Benz
- CrowdStrike
Work highlights
Advised Bolt on the acquisition of Danish taxi company Viggo, covering all employment law aspects.
Advised Pacific Avenue Capital Partners on all employee-related matters regarding its acquisition of FLSmidt Cement, including due diligence, executive service agreements, incentive schemes, and Danish business immigration issues.
Advised Salling Group on the acquisition of Rimi Baltic, handling all employee-related matters across multiple jurisdictions.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Lise Lauridsen
Other key lawyers
Sandro Ratkovic