Mannheimer Swartling’s capital markets practice is well versed in both debt and equity transactions, with the team standing out particularly for its share of the Nasdaq Stockholm’s large-cap segment as well as for its expertise in private equity-backed ECM mandates. Patrik Marcelius leads the public M&A and ECM team, while Thomas Pettersson leads on the debt side. DCM specialist Daniel Karlsson advises on high yield and investment grade bonds as well as sustainable capital markets products, while Emil Boström is regularly instructed by private equity clients on ECM matters, and Gustav Glimblad is especially active in the investment grade and high yield space. Promoted to partner in January 2024, Victor Karlsson’s experience includes advising the issuers and main shareholders on landmark IPOs.
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Testimonials
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- ‘An experienced team with insightful and practical understanding of all aspects within the transaction. They offer swift, thorough and accurate advice and have an effective and pragmatic approach to prioritisation.’
- ‘André Andersson and Emelie Skoogh Sjölund are both experienced and reliable and offer great solution-oriented advice. Emil Boström stands out for his competence and pragmatism.'
- ‘Victor Sellin Karlsson and the team made excellent contributions as legal advisers on a share issue. This is a very competent team with up-to-date knowledge on newly introduced legislation that overall performed solidly when supporting us. You feel you are in safe hands working with the team.'
- ‘They have an easygoing and friendly attitude that spreads positive energy. Victor Sellin Karlsson and Elias Lindberg Wahlström are two shining stars who I have had the pleasure working with - I can highly recommend both of them!’
- ‘The team is distinguished by its legal proficiency and solution-driven approach. Jakob Wijkander and Victor Sellin Karlsson both excel at leading complex transactions with strategic insight. Their attention to details, responsiveness, collaboration, and clear communication set them apart from competitors, making them a pleasure to work with.’
- ‘I rate the quality of the legal advice and services provided by the firm as excellent. Gustav Glimblad is very easy to work with. He is positive and has a strong understanding of our needs and objectives.’
‘Mannheimer Swartling’s Capital Markets team stands out for its combination of deep legal expertise and commercial insight. They excel in handling complex transactions with a proactive approach to market trends and regulatory changes. Their collaborative culture offers clients seamless support across all aspects of capital markets.’
‘The team is always very positive and easy to collaborate with and I am satisfied with the communication and responsiveness of the law firm. They are consistently prompt in their responses and keep us well informed throughout the process.'
Key clients
- Alfa Laval Treasury International
- Bluestep Bank
- Camurus
- Castellum
- Danske Bank
- DNB Bank
- Ericsson
- EQT
- Handelsbanken
- Hoist Finance
Work highlights
- Advised Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) on its restructuring proceedings in the US and Sweden to enable the airline to continue as a competitive player.
- Advised Volvo Cars on the SEK13bn distribution of part of its stake in EV performance partner Polestar to Volvo Cars’ shareholders.
- Advised Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken on the issuance of SEK5bn additional tier 1 convertible notes.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Patrik Marcelius; Thomas Pettersson
Other key lawyers
Daniel Karlsson; Gustav Glimblad; Victor Karlsson; Emil Boström; André Andersson; Emelie Skoogh Sjölund; Elias Lindberg Wahlström; Jakob Wijkander; Alice Castler; Aleksander Ivarsson