The team at Vinge Advokatfirman KB provides key advice to its clients on the tech components of large-scale M&A deals and on the procurement of IT systems. The practice is jointly led by the trio of Eva Fredrikson, Carl Johan af Petersens, and Henrik Borna. Fredrikson and Petersens, both based in Stockholm, advise on procurement, and licensing and regulations respectively, while Malmö-based Borna handles commercial agreements. Other key contacts include Nicklas Thorgerzon, who brings experience in IT and data protection matters, and Mathilda Persson who specialises in handling outsourcing issues.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘In our collaboration, they have consistently demonstrated a high level of competence and professionalism.’
  • ‘The individuals we have worked with represent a strong balance of professionalism and personal engagement. They combine deep expertise with a genuine warmth and approachable manner, which makes collaboration both efficient and enjoyable. This mix of high competence and human touch is something we value greatly, as it creates trust and fosters a constructive working relationship.’
  • ‘The team advises the client with an exceptional and clear line of argument and has a great capability in considering the client's business relations and situation.’
  • ‘They are very professional and very competent, but also very easy-going and good social skills which makes them easy to work with.’
  • ‘Vinge houses one of the largest teams in Sweden within this field, and they are truly specialists in what they do. The contractual and other legal matters where we have used Vinge are complex and require expertise from several different practice areas at Vinge, and in these kinds of projects we especially appreciate Vinge’s full service capabilities, which has enabled them to put together a project team with capacity and skills to deal with the variety of issues that arise.’
  • ‘It’s always a pleasure working with Mathilda Persson - she is highly dedicated, knowledgeable and always on-top of matters, even matters and transactions going years back. Eva Fredrikson is knowledgeable and highly experienced within IT and Telecoms and is meticulous.’

Key clients

  • Schibsted ASA
  • Santander Consumer Bank AS
  • Scania CV AB
  • Lantmännen Ek för
  • Odevo Group / Fidelio Capital
  • Tele2
  • Microsoft
  • Allente
  • EQT Infrastructure/GlobalConnect

Work highlights

Assisted Schibsted Media in the acquisition of Telia Company’s TV & media business, consisting of TV4 and MTV Finland.
Advised Santander Consumer Bank AS in connection with the sale of its Swedish and Norwegian credit card business, as well as the sales financing business that Santander currently operates in partnership with Elkjøp in Norway and Elgiganten in Sweden, to Avida Finans AB.
Advised Scania on its acquisition of Northvolt's Systems Industrial business.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

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Carl Johan af Petersens
Carl Johan af Petersens
Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Eva Fredrikson
Eva Fredrikson
Nicklas Thorgerzon
Nicklas Thorgerzon
Next Generation Partners

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

Mathilda Persson
Mathilda Persson
Practice head

Eva Fredrikson; Carl Johan af Petersens; Henrik Borna

Other key lawyers

Nicklas Thorgerzon; Mathilda Persson