The corporate and M&A practice group at Setterwalls is recognised for its expertise in advising private equity clients on a comprehensive range of mandates, including public takeover bids, acquisitions, and divestments. The group frequently handles mandates within the technology sector, alongside banking and finance. Based in Stockholm, Anders Söderlind co-heads the group, specialising in private M&A. Anders Holmgren, working from Gothenburg, is noted for advising on acquisitions and restructuring of unlisted companies, and also co-heads the team with Ola Grahn, based in Malmö. Mattias Detterfelt is another notable name within the group, highly regarded for his work on mergers and IPOs. Johan Hallén is a key contact.
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  • Jon Ericson stands out as extremely competent, with the ability to drive negotiations and be humble. The ability to listen to his clients is also exceptional.’
  • ‘Mattias Detterfelt is client-centric, commercial, gives clear advice, and communicates effectively and in a non-lawyerish way to various stakeholders. A man of integrity.’
  • ‘Setterwall's team is very pragmatic, well-read into the subject matter, enthusiastic, on top of things, and easy to work with. Would highly recommend, especially Willy Edholm Fjellstad and Anders Söderlind.'
  • ‘Setterwalls has deep knowledge within several fields relevant to advising clients in the best possible way, and the collaboration between the respective experts is flawless.’
  • ‘After working closely with Willy Edholm in several transactions, it is apparent he is capable of handling a wide array of situations arising and efficiently mitigating potential issues prior to them being a real issue. His dedication to finding the best possible outcome is a true asset in ensuring the process proceeds according to plan.’
  • ‘Setterwalls provides services that add value to the business and operations.'

Key clients

  • Lind Invest ApS
  • KKR
  • Apax Partners LLP
  • Monterro
  • Resurs Holding AB
  • Priveq Investment VI(A) AB
  • Fonecta Holding B.V
  • Pamica Group AB
  • Talurit Aktiebolag
  • Ceder Capital
  • Mubadala Investment Company
  • Catena

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Practice head

Anders Söderlind; Anders Holmgren; Ola Grahn

Other key lawyers

Mattias Detterfelt; Johan Hallén; Jon Ericson; Willy Edholm Fjellstad; Anders Söderlind