Viltoft‘s construction practice acts for a variety of clients, involved in infrastructure projects, hospitals, process plants, power stations, and wind farms. The team advises on litigation, arbitration proceedings, tender processes, contracts, and compensation claims, and clients praise its ’great experience in a variety of complex and challenging disputes’. Peter Fauerholdt Thommesen and Henrik Hauge Andersen jointly head the team. Thommesen is proficient in handling large infrastructure projects, real estate transactions, and development projects, while Andersen has expertise in handling procurement matters, often working with insurance companies and local authorities. Morten Ruben Brage adds further depth to the team, with experience in construction and real estate matters. Eva Olesen adds a specialism in construction law to the team.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Viltoft is a boutique law firm whose partners and lawyers have great experience in a variety of complex and challenging disputes.’
- ‘The Viltoft lawyers are, across the board, extremely approachable and pleasant to work with at all times.’
- ‘Personal and capable practice.’
- ‘Strong sector knowledge. High business ethics.’
- ‘Peter Fauerholdt Thommesen and Henrik Hauge Andersen have strong communication skills and industry knowledge.'
Key clients
- Metroselskabet
- Hovedstadens Letbane (Greater Copenhagen Light Rail)
- Roskilde Kommune (Municipality of Roskilde)
- European Energy A/S
- SH Installation A/S
- Region Sjælland – COWI
- Tryg Forsikring
- Hillerød Kommune (Municipality of Hillerød)
- Municipality of Gladsaxe
- Municipality of Høje-Taastrup
- Odense Tramway P/S
- FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies
Work highlights
Representing Metroselskabet in several claims totalling approximately €800m filed by Copenhagen Metro Team (CMT).
Representing Høje Taastrup C P/S in connection with the urban development of more than 260,000 sqm in Høje-Taastrup.
Assisting Odense Tramway in arbitration proceedings brought by transportation system contractor COMSA.
Lawyers
Leading partners: Construction
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Next Generation Partners: Construction
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Peter Fauerholdt Thommesen; Henrik Hauge Andersen
Other key lawyers
Morten Ruben Brage; Eva Olesen