DLA Piper Sweden‘s practice is experienced in advising blue-chip companies, as well as global and domestic businesses. The group undertakes a range of mandates, including those regarding whistleblowing, company reorganisations, and pensions. Björn Rustare heads the team and harnesses experience advising on employment issues arising from M&A transactions. Rustare is also noted for his work on environmental and trade union-related issues. Specialist in reorganisations, terminations and redundancies Johan Zetterström is a key name, as is Anna Morrison.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge

Testimonials

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  • ‘The people at DLA Piper are, in my opinion, highly knowledgeable, quick in feedback and really business-minded with a unique ability to achieve sustainable results when needed.’
  • ‘Their team consistently goes above and beyond in their client service and has provided us with exceptional support in highly complex employment matters. Their deep expertise in employment law, combined with their dedication and professionalism, has been truly invaluable.’
  • ‘I have had the pleasure of working with Johan Zetterström and I am very impressed by his deep expertise in employment law. I have been extremely satisfied with his guidance and support in complex employment law cases, from providing strategic advice on how to handle challenging situations to representing us in difficult matters.'
  • ‘DLA always offers reliable, punctual, and honest support. They are a great support and always provide the expected amount of support and professionalism.’
  • ‘Björn Rustare makes bold and innovative suggestions on how to act based on his senior experience.'
  • ‘The team is incredibly professional, organised and on point. They help break down local complexities into clear action points.’
  • ‘Professional yet personal approach and a high level of knowledge and competence. Always there to help and answer requests swiftly.’

Key clients

  • EQT
  • TikTok
  • Daimler Truck

Work highlights

Advised EQT on various matters across several countries, including investments, senior advisors and executives, policies, procedure,s and more.
Advised TikTok in all employment law aspects related to its further expansion in the Nordic region.
Advised Daimler Truckon, a joint venture with the Volvo Group.

Lawyers

Leading partners

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Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Björn Rustare

Other key lawyers

Anna Morrison; Johan Zetterström; Ida Hedlund