Chambers Global

Chambers and Partners ranks the leading law firms and lawyers in various areas of law. Bech-Bruun is rated annually in both Chambers Europe and Chambers Global. 

  • Chambers Global Rating 2012

    Banking and finance

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    Interviewees describe Morten Krogsgaard as "creative, proactive, able to consider many viewpoints and capture the problem in simple terms." Steen Halmind is "very accurate and certain of the issues, robust in negotiations and gives unwavering advice." Both frequently represent international financing clients, such as UK and German banks participating in the Danish market. "Extremely able finance lawyer" Steen Jensen serves clients with specialist knowledge of financial services regulation.

    Chambers and Partners Global, Banking & Finance 

  • Chambers Global Rating 2012

    Capital markets

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    Steen Jensen handles a mixture of debt and equity capital work, negotiating a DKK13.5 billion guarantee for Amagerbanken and the bank's corresponding issuance of three-year notes. "An increasingly prominent member of the team," Regina Andersen has emerged as an important equity capital player, leading the firm's advice to the issuer on the Christian Hansen IPO.

    Chambers and Partners Global, Capital markets 

  • Chambers Global Rating 2012

    Corporate M&A

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    Clients praise Jacob Hjortshøj for his negotiation skills and "excellent understanding of our business and motivations." He recently advised A.P. Moller - Maersk on its sale of Rosti to Stella Plastic. Peers confirm that Søren Meisling "really stands out" for his M&A skills and experience. His recent mandates include acting for PBS Holding on its EUR1.2 billion cross-border merger with Norwegian Nordito.

    Chambers and Partners Global, Corporate/M&A

  • Chambers Global Rating 2012

    Dispute Resolution

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    Peers say that Carsten Pedersen is a "good all-round litigator and very savvy." His areas of expertise include professional liability and banking. Jes Anker Mikkelsen is well recognised for his international work and his specialism in transportation and maritime law.

    Chambers and Partners Global, Dispute Resolution

  • Chambers Global Rating 2012

    Intellectual property

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    Market commentators are quick to highlight Claus Barrett Christiansen for his prowess in trade marks, while department head Klaus Madsen is applauded for his patent litigation activity.

    Chambers and Partners Globall, Intellectual Property

  • Chambers Global Rating 2012

    Restructuring and Insolvency

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    A highly active trustee, Troels Tuxen is "doing some really excellent work" and is well thought of for his businesslike attitude. Peers have great respect for Ole Borch, a "very hands-on and smart adviser" with huge experience. Michael Serring is "great at unwinding and unravelling all the assets and considerations," while "excellent litigator" Ulrik Holsted-Sandgreen acts as an administrator.

    Chambers and Partners Global, Restructuring/Insolvency

  • Chambers Global Rating 2012

    Tax

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    Anders Oreby Hansen is highly reputed in the M&A tax planning area. Clients highlight his "ability to think outside the box and come up with creative ideas even when time is limited," and note that "he keeps his cool even under extreme pressure." Peers agree that Aarhus-based partner Michael Serup is one of the leaders in this field. He is highly specialised in the planning and execution of generational change in business ownerships. Kaspar Bastian is a recent addition to the team, applauded for his prowess in tax litigation. Sources are impressed by new partner Arne Riis, pointing to both his talent and his high level of visibility on the tax scene.

    Chambers and Partners Global, Tax