Poul Schmith

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• ‘The law firm consistently delivers legal assessments of the highest quality within very short deadlines. Their reliability and professionalism are highly appreciated.’
• ‘The environment practice at Poul Schmith stands out for its deep understanding of both our business and the broader political context in which we operate. The team combines strong technical expertise with an ability to translate complex legal and regulatory issues into practical, business-oriented solutions.’
• ‘The individuals we work with at Poul Schmith’s environment practice stand out for their professionalism, accessibility, and ability to truly understand our needs. They combine deep legal expertise with strong interpersonal skills, making complex matters both clear and actionable.’
• ‘While there are many strong law firms in the market, this firm stands out by having the resources and expertise to provide solid and trustworthy answers even to highly complex legal issues. What truly differentiates them is that they never compromise on their professionalism or legal standards just to provide a quick response.’
• ‘The people in the environment team at Poul Schmith are exceptionally dedicated, and it shows. Their top-tier knowledge of the ever-changing field of environmental law and practice, combined with a deep understanding of us as a client, results in an outstanding legal product every time.’
• ‘Skill and dedication. Louise Solvang distinguishes herself as a brilliant trial advocate, conducting a substantial number of trials on our behalf year after year. Poul Schmith arguably has the strongest environment team of any law firm in Denmark.’
• ‘Kim C. Højmark is both a strong lawyer as well as a very pleasant colleague.’
• ‘The firm has several highly competent lawyers. The firm covers all areas of law that are relevant to my organisation.'
• Always alert and always ahead in knowledge on specific matters. As a client, you never have to worry about anything.
• The team is highly skilled and specialised throughout many years. The close connection to the Danish State secures a possibility to gain insight and deep knowledge regarding different sub-disciplines within the umbrella of environmental law. The size of the team also ensures the possibility for highly skilled lawyers to discuss matters, which will almost always increase the quality of the work done. The team is not only very good on environmental law issues, but also when it comes to cases before the different courts concerning public law.

Key clients

• The Danish Environmental and Food Board of Appeal
• The Danish Planning Board of Appeal
• The Danish Environmental Protection Agency
• The Danish Business Authority
• Rail Net Denmark (Banedanmark) (responsible for the Danish railway network)
• The Danish Energy Board of Appeal
• The Danish Road Directorate
• The Danish Ministry of Environment
• Danish Ministry of Defence Estate Agency (The Command for Military Infrastructure and Terrain Management)
• The Danish Ministry of Defence
• The Danish Ministry of Transportation
• The Danish Energy Agency
• The Danish Coastal Authority
• The Chemicals Inspectorate of the Danish Environmental Protection Agency
• Danish Veterinary and Food Administration
• The Greenland Ministry of Mineral Resources
• Aarhus Municipality
• Gentofte Municipality
• Frederiksberg Municipality
• Svendborg Municipality

Work highlights

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Britta Moll Bown

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Josephine Fie Legarth