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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- ‘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.’
- ‘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.’
- ‘The people providing services are truly service-minded and understand that time is always of the essence.’
- ‘Setterwalls provides services that add value to the business and operations.'
- 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.’
- ‘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.’
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 Asker Healthcare AB Knowit Ports Group Omegapoint Flerie Invest AB Temasek Holdings Limited Bulten AB (publ) Concordia Maritime AB IRRAS Broodstock Capital Eurazeo Capital Orkila Capital
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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