DLA Piper Denmark is well equipped to handle cross-border restructurings and insolvency matters, and the team works across a wide array of industries including the energy, renewables, manufacturing and investment spaces. The practice, which is led jointly by Henrik Sjørslev and Trine Hasselbalch, is praised for its ‘deep legal expertise, commercial pragmatism, and high degree of professionalism’. Sjørslev has noted expertise as a trustee, liquidator and administrator, while Hasselbalch is admitted to the high court of Denmark, and is adept at restructuring mandates, particularly in the agriculture sector. Per Astrup Madsen also contributes to the practice as the head of the finance team, and Henrik Lund-Koefoed has experience in construction matters.
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Testimonials
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- Henrik Sjørslev, partner, and Henrik Lund-Kofoed, senior associate, both from the insolvency group. Both are experienced and have a commercial and solution-oriented approach.
- I've primarily worked with Henrik Sjørslev, Per Astrup Madsen, and Louise Krarup Simonsen. All are excellent and experienced lawyers.
- They have an excellent team that handles many large cases in Denmark. The team is very experienced and consists of many highly regarded and experienced lawyers.
- ‘Henrik Sjørslev - excellent in reading and mapping positions and finding ways to make seemingly different positions meet.’
- ‘We co-operated with DLA Piper Denmark in relation to a complex cross-border restructuring case and were really impressed about the professionalism and work ethic of their team. We can definitely recommend DLA Piper Denmark and in particular their Insolvency practice.’
- ‘Trine Hasselbalch is a highly dedicated professional in the field of restructuring, known for her strong work ethic and deep expertise. Her clients benefit from her tireless commitment, which is crucial for successfully navigating complex and demanding insolvency cases.’
- ‘Knowledge, commitment and availability are key factors for the team. A great pleasure to work with dedicated people.’
- ‘This practice distinguishes itself through its combination of deep legal expertise and a pragmatic, business-oriented approach. The team is highly regarded for its ability to provide clear, solution-driven advice that is both technically robust and commercially relevant.'
- ‘We value the individuals we work with for their responsiveness, commercial mindset, and ability to provide clear and pragmatic advice. Trine Hasselbalch stands out for strategic thinking and deep industry knowledge, while Per Astrup Madsen is recognised for accessibility and a client-focused approach.'
Key clients
- The Danish Guarantee Fund for Non-life Insurers (Garantifonden for Skadesforsikringsselskaber)
- Better Energy
- East Metal
- Green Hydrogen Systems
- Solo Capital Partners Llt in administration
- The Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors to the SAS Group Chapter 11 cases
- Rabalderstræde ApS
- Bifaldet ApS
- Poul Schmith Law Firm
- Stripe Europe
- Paustian Group
- ATP
- A.P. Møller Holding A/S
- PFA Invest
- SEB Invest
- AB Invest
- Finans Denmark
- Danske Bank A/S (Realkredit Danmark)
- Sydbank A/S
- Ringkjøbing Landbobank A/S
Work highlights
Acted as restructuring administrator and bankruptcy trustee in the in-court restructuring attempts of the Better Energy Group.
Acted as court appointed administrator and bankruptcy trustee in the insolvency proceedings concerning Green Hydrogen Systems A/S.
Acted as bankruptcy trustee in the insolvency proceedings concerning East Metal.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Henrik Lund-Koefoed
Practice head
Henrik Sjørslev; Trine Hasselbalch; Per Astrup Madsen
Other key lawyers
Henrik Lund-Koefoed