Real Estate: Denmark

Renowned for its commercial expertise, Accura's real estate department is one of the crown jewels of this burgeoning practice. Clients comment favourably on the firm's solution-oriented approach and the speed and efficiency of its work. Henrik Groos exemplifies the firm's commercial approach. He is "refreshingly direct" and "excellent at delivering sophisticated products for his clients," according to sources. The well-reputed Jon Dyhre Hansen is undoubtedly amongst the leading figures in real estate law, and has developed an excellent network of domestic and international contacts. The firm advised on the complex split of the Copenhagen Towers project development between Sjælsø Gruppen and SG Nord.

The sizeable real estate group at Bech-Bruun is composed of lawyers with expertise in both real estate and company law. The corporate potential of the department was demonstrated when the firm assisted BPT Optima UAB in connection with its acquisition of shares in Gdansk Development, with a total value of DKK100 million. Torben Schøn is revered by peers as a dominant player and one of the best-known names within Danish real estate. Flemming Dahl has developed a reputation for his expertise in commercial tenancy and property development. Andreas Antoniades has a strong profile within M&A real estate, and Thomas Stampe has attracted praise from peers for his combined expertise in corporate and property law. 

This outfit's real estate group is considered to be one of the leaders in this field. Significant work over the past year has included being appointed receivers of major property companies in bankruptcy, including Stones Invest, Griffin and Centerplan. The "very calm, well-considered and strategically astute" Flemming Horn Andersen is frequently recommended by peers. Clients comment favourably on his ability to "focus everybody on the right issues at the right time." Niels Balslev is another vastly experienced and key figure in the group. He advises on all aspects of commercial property and construction law. Thomas Albrechtsen acts on both domestic and cross-border property and property finance transactions. In Søren Andreasen and Jacob Møller the firm benefits from two of the most promising young talents in the market, helping to ensure that the future of Kromann's real estate practice looks very bright indeed.

Plesner's real estate practice is highly acclaimed and remains amongst the market leaders. Clients have praised the team's ability to integrate elements from different departments and work together with consummate efficiency. This is in no small part due to the team's strong work ethic, commended by clients. Peers recognise Leif Djurhuus as a leading figure in lease law and project development, and clients appreciate his "incredible network of finance people and other players in the property industry." The group benefits from the expertise of Peer Meisner, who assisted Kirkbi in connection with a property sale with a total value of DKK1 billion. Jakob Schou Midtgaard has also received acclaim for his commercial approach and market knowledge. A new edition to the team, Anders Friis has "a very broad insight on all the important issues when structuring complex investment and development cases, and is very skilled in negotiations," according to clients.

The merger of Jonas Bruun and Hjejle Gersted Mogensen brought together two very well-reputed real estate practices, and by combining their enviable client bases, the firm is now a real force to be reckoned with in this area. It has garnered the respect of peers for the level of technical skill shown by its lawyers. This was demonstrated when the firm acted for the Pension Fund for Danish Lawyers & Economists in connection with a complex transaction regarding a portfolio of residential properties with approximately 1,000 tenants. Christian Schow Madsen has attracted the acclaim of both clients and peers for his high level of experience and technical skill.

Gorrissen's strength in the financial sector ensures that it maintains a dominant position within real estate finance, which is illustrated by the firm's strong presence on related insolvencies. The firm acted for the Kenneth Schwartz Thomsen group in a bankruptcy case that involved a real estate complex including approximately 75 properties. Peers have remarked on the firm's superb understanding of how to balance the legal and commercial aspects of real estate work. Particularly renowned amongst peers for his expertise in construction law, the experienced and reliable Hans-Peter Jørgensen is a real asset to the department. He brings knowledge of the broad spectrum of real estate law to the table. Clients appreciate the attention paid to them by Peter Sjøgreen, based in Århus, who involves himself thoroughly in the issues and always keeps up to date.

This prestigious outfit has earned a long-standing reputation for the strength of its work in the real estate sector. The team assisted Keops Development with the sale of a DKK360 million property portfolio to PensionDanmark. Well-reputed Niels Gram-Hanssen is praised by clients for creating "an excellent environment around him, which makes the process run smoothly." "He is a brilliant guy, I can call him around the clock and he is skilled and qualified – an expert within real estate and an excellent draftsman," remarked one impressed source.

Particularly renowned for its work with public sector clients, this group has strengthened its profile in construction with the lateral hire of partner Torben Steffensen. Michael Neumann heads the practice and advises on all aspects of real estate, leasing and construction law.

With 50 fee earners this firm can claim to offer one of the largest real estate teams in Denmark. The firm is particularly renowned for its expertise in business lease law, and in Henrik Puggaard the practice benefits from one of the foremost names in the PPP sector. The firm represented a leading consortium on the first Danish infrastructure PPP project, the Kliplev-Sønderborg motorway.

Specialised within real estate and business lease law, Nielsen & Thomsen has a strong name and a long-standing reputation in this area. The 14-strong team provides advice primarily on construction matters and regarding operation and sales. Allan Thomsen is the principal contact.