DLA Piper Denmark covers the entire scope of employment law in Denmark, working with clients in industries such as infrastructure, energy, corporate work and media. The team works on matters of M&A work, employee rights, contract negotiations and employment frameworks. Nina Wedsted leads the team with an in-depth knowledge of the employment sector and a particular focus on incentives, dismissals and cross-border issues. Michael Klejs Pedersen brings experience in whistleblower schemes to the team.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Michael Klejs Pedersen has been incredibly helpful, demonstrating a friendly approach and a clear understanding of the business needs, which greatly contributed to streamlining processes and executing actions effectively.’
- ‘I have had a truly positive experience with my lawyer Michael Klejs Pedersen. He provided thorough and comprehensive advice, addressing all my questions clearly and professionally. It is evident that he is passionate about his work and takes the time to listen and understand my needs.'
- ‘Nina Wedsted is a highly skilled legal professional with a commercial mindset and a sharp pen. Her availability is impeccable and she always provides 'to the point advice'. ’
- ‘Preferred advisor when it comes to support in international employment law matters. Highly skilled team with a commercial- and "get things done" mindset. ’
- ‘Very competent team, acts quickly with focus on the clients commercial interests. ’
- ‘Nina Wedsted is a leading expert within employment with an impressive ability to understand and handle complex employment matters as well as handle every day situations in a manner that makes you comfortable. ’
- ‘The team has an in-depth knowledge of employment law including surrounding topic and has a no-nonsense approach.’
- ‘Quick response, specific knowledge, understands our business.’
Key clients
- ARKEN museum of modern art Kongens Sløjd ApS Sonoco Products Company Dansk Sygeplejeråd AP Pension f.m.b.a. itm8 Holding A/S (formerly IT Relation) Polaris Equity ABN AMRO Sustainable Impact Fund PE B.V. Re-Match Group (Denmark) The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (US) Abbott Laboratories (US) NEC Corporation (Japan) Fiftyfive Capital A/S (Denmark) Rekom Group (Denmark) Broad Horizon B.V. (The Netherlands)
Work highlights
Assisted Associated Danish Ports A/S in employment law matters related to the investment from UK-based Brookfield Asset Management, including assistance in the vendor due diligence process and also provided legal advice on the future bonus structure.
Assisted Kanadevia Inova AG in legal matters related to the transaction between Babcock & Wilcox A/S and Kanadevia Inova Denmark A/S particular in regard to the Danish Act on Employees’ Rights in the event of Business Transfers.
Lawyers
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
Nina Wedsted
Other key lawyers
Michael Klejs Pedersen