HortenDahl advises clients in a wide range of energy sector industries, including solar energy, wind energy, and carbon capture. Within these industries, the team takes on a variety of matters, among which are regulatory advice, project development and implementation, restructurings, and acquisitions. Christian Tullberg is well regarded for his depth of experience in the sector, with expertise in the sale, acquisition and development of companies within the renewables sector. Tullberg is relied upon by clients to lead negotiations and structure large deals that have a significant impact on the market. Søren Hornbæk Svendsen brings experience in the regulatory side of the energy sector alongside René Frisdahl Jensen. Jacob Sandholt joined from Gorrissen Federspiel in September 2025.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team has extensive experience with various aspects of the energy industry, as well as extensive regulatory experience, making them well positioned to advise on transactions and disputes.’
- ‘My experience is first and foremost with Søren Hornbæk Svendsen. He has long and extensive experience from the energy industry in Denmark, which means that he has a solid basis for legal assessments. He is also a pleasant lawyer to work with.’
- ‘The team is very pragmatic and knows the business environment. That makes it easy for an in-house team to include their expertise.’
- ‘Andreas Schønbeck is an expert in the field of the wind power industry and provides pragmatic, solution-oriented and fast legal advice.’
- ‘Horten's energy practice stands out for its comprehensive understanding of both the traditional and renewable energy sectors, combining deep technical expertise with practical commercial insight. What makes this practice unique is their ability to seamlessly navigate the complex regulatory landscape.’
- ‘The partners I have worked with at Horten's energy practice demonstrate exceptional commercial acumen combined with technical precision. What sets them apart from competitors is their ability to translate complex regulatory and technical issues into clear business implications.’
Key clients
- HOFOR
- Novafos
- Glostrup Forsyning
- Frederiksberg Forsyning
- Fors
- Faxe Forsyning
- Odsherred Forsyning
- Lyngby Taarbæk Forsyning
- Forsyning Helsingør
- Envafors
- Zeanet
- The City of Copenhagen
Work highlights
Advised Air Liquide Denmark A/S on all Danish legal aspects of the development of the ACCSION Project.
Assisted Energinet with all legal matters arising in connection with the design, development and construction of two Energy Islands – in the North Sea and in the Baltic Sea (Energy Island Bornholm).
Advised the Danish waste incineration company, AffaldPlus, on all legal aspects of their participation in the Danish government's tender for support of DKK 28.7 billion for CCS projects.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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
Christian Tullberg; René Frisdahl Jensen
Other key lawyers
Søren Hornbæk Svendsen; Jacob Sandholt; Andreas Schønbeck