Bird & Bird Advokatpartnerselskab’s telecoms team is equipped to handle outsourcing agreements, regulatory advice, advice on infrastructure projects, and advice towards regulatory obligations. Julie Bak-Larsen and Jan Ussing Andersen jointly lead the team, and Bak-Larsen offers clients expertise in telecoms, both on the commercial side, but also the litigation side, as well as handling regulatory matters. Andersen brings a wealth of experience in commercial contracts, while Anna Hjortlund is knowledgeable of cyber security.
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Testimonials
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- ‘We have worked closely with Jan Ussing Andersen and Julie Bak-Larsen, who are both exceptional. Jan brings deep expertise in outsourcing and digital transformation, with a rare ability to balance legal, technical, and human considerations. Julie combines a broad knowledge of IT and telecommunications which makes her advice particularly valuable. Both are pragmatic and clear in their guidance, which makes complex projects and negotiations smoother and more effective.’
- ‘Bird & Bird’s stands out for its strong sector knowledge and ability to provide pragmatic, business-focused advice. They have delivered solutions that address not only the legal details but also the technical and organisational aspects. Their collaborative style, international reach, and responsiveness set them apart from other firms.’
- ‘Knowledge, awareness, and ready to give advice.’
- ‘A highly skilled and experienced team with a proven track record in handling complex contractual matters, offering comprehensive legal, commercial, and technical advisory services at the highest level.’
- ‘Jan Ussing Andersen possesses unique knowledge of the Danish telecom sector, particularly within mobile network matters, combined with extensive experience in managing complex outsourcing projects. He has an impressive and unparalleled commercial and technical understanding.’
- ‘Julie Bak-Larsen knows the setup of telco businesses. She is efficient and professional.’
Key clients
- TDCNet Tusass Tata Communications Inc Capgemini Cisco Zoom Twilio Google OpenNet Thy Mors Fibernet
Work highlights
Advising TDC NET on its network operations tender.
Advising Tusass on critical infrastructure contracts within the defence, aviation, and satellite sectors in Greenland.
Advising Google on Danish security regulation, e.g. NIS 2, as part of a global project.
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Practice head
Julie Bak-Larsen; Jan Ussing Andersen
Other key lawyers
Anna Hjortlund