Advokatfirman Schjødt’s restructuring and insolvency group handles a broad range of matters, including restructurings both in and out of court. Practice head Emma Berglund Uväng regularly acts as an administrator in reorganisation and bankruptcy proceedings, while Hans Renman specialises in credit and insolvency law and regularly serves as bankruptcy trustee and restructuring administrator. Christoffer Hamilton has recent experience handling bankruptcy proceedings in the aviation sector, and Johan Linder has a strong track record in bankruptcies and liquidations in the real estate and industrial sectors. Johan Hörnberg and Christofer Hemsedahl are also key contacts.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Emma Berglund Uväng is always available and quick to respond. Her advice is spot on.'
- ‘The team has a problem-solving mentality and is business minded. It is great to work with Emma Berglund Uväng and Hans Renman who are superstars in Swedish R&I.'
- ‘Christofer Hemsedahl - having worked with Christofer a number of times now, I've always found him to be very responsive and he provides high-quality advice. Hans Renman is a very well-regarded practitioner, experienced in the local market and provides high-quality and practical advice.’
- ‘I had the pleasure to work with Hans Renman who I think is one of Sweden's leading experts in this field. I think Hans and his team demonstrated strategic thinking, attention to detail and a strong commitment to their clients' interests.'
- ‘One of the strongest insolvency teams in Sweden with still some senior high-profile lawyers like Hans Renman.'
- ‘Hans Renman is one of Sweden's leading practitioners on clawback issues. Emma Berglund Uväng is also a very solid practitioner.'
‘A great team with varied competence.'
‘The team has a very good understanding not only of the legal framework, but also of the economical/financial environment, as well as cross-border aspects. The team provides practical advice, with a solutions-focused approach. When challenges arise, they work collaboratively to find solutions to the issue at hand.’
Key clients
- Mackmyra Svensk Whisky AB
- Payer Financial Services AB
- Work for you Sweden AB
- Caar Schakt AB
- Memmo Family AB
- WPW Bygg AB
- Sätra centrum fastigheter AB
- Goyada Aktiebolag
- Digital for All Sweden AB
- Gotoga Group (Gotoga AB)
Work highlights
Oversaw the bankruptcy of Payer Financial Services AB, addressing issues concerning financial regulations, intellectual property, crowdfunding, and insolvency.
Managing the bankruptcy of labour market services company Work for you i Sverige AB.
Advised on the bankruptcy of Mackmyra Svensk Whisky AB.
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Practice head
Emma Berglund Uväng
Other key lawyers
Hans Renman; Christoffer Hamilton; Johan Linder; Johan Hörnberg; Christofer Hemsedahl