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Bech-Bruun

Banking & Finance

Europe Guide 2026 : Denmark


Bech-Bruun

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The market for raising capital is international, and traditional sources of financing have been supplemented by new players and alternative products, increasing access to loan financing but also providing alternative options for placement of excess liquidity.
We advise lenders as well as borrowers on debt financing. Our clients include Danish and non-Danish banks, private equity funds, enterprises and corporations. Regulatory issues, derivatives, structured products, acquisition financing and the financing of all types of assets are among our core skills, and we are specialised in the legal, financial and strategic aspects related to acquisition and divestment of enterprises.

Our advisory services include:

  • Financing law​
  • Syndicated loan agreements
  • Acquisition financing
  • Asset financing
  • Project financing, including PPC/PPP, infrastructure and energy
  • Structured products
  • Investment grade loans
  • Bond issuance and programme establishment
  • Financing via international capital markets
  • Regulatory issues (products and banks)
  • Securitisation
  • Guarantees and provision of security
  • Refinancing and distressed loans
  • Derivatives, including ISDA Master Agreement and Credit Support Annex
  • Capital structure and tax issues
  • Self-financing

Moreover, our lawyers are among the most experienced in Denmark in the area of financing and leasing of trains, airplanes and ships.

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Denmark

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Bech-Bruun offers clients a strong finance team that frequently acts on behalf of domestic and international banks and large corporations on all aspects of acquisition finance. The law firm is particularly recognised for its financing expertise in the energy and real estate sectors. Lawyers in the team are also instructed on refinancing mandates and offer further experience in debt capital markets transactions, advising on the issuance of notes. The team is additionally well placed to handle sustainable finance matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Bech-Bruun advised KW Bruun on the issuance of senior secured notes to part finance its acquisition of Global Auto Holdings.

Strengths

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  • The lawyers have an excellent understanding of both legal and commercial topics, making them true value-add advisers.

    Banking & Finance respondentEurope
  • The team is very responsive and to the point in its advice.

    Banking & Finance respondentEurope
  • The team has deep knowledge and delivers on time.

    Banking & Finance respondentEurope
  • The lawyers are always available to discuss anything beyond the specific matter. You can always give them a call.

    Banking & Finance respondentEurope
  • The lawyers provide fast responses and are very knowledgeable.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Thomas Thordal Sevelsted
    Band 2Thomas Thordal Sevelsted

    Thomas Thordal Sevelsted

    Thomas Thordal Sevelsted assists with real estate and project financing mandates, often acting for banks, investment firms and asset managers. He is knowledgeable in matters involving subscription credit facilities.

    • He is very calm and precise in his advising.

      Banking & Finance respondentEurope
    • Thomas Thordal Sevelsted is very structured, very attentive and pleasant to work with.

      Banking & Finance respondentEurope
    • Thomas is very client-minded and also adds value with his always calm and friendly attitude.

      Banking & Finance respondentEurope
    • He is the person to go to for fund finance. He doesn't overcomplicate things and is good in negotiations.

      Banking & Finance respondentEurope
    • Thomas stands out for his strategic oversight and commercial pragmatism. He consistently demonstrates a deep understanding of cross-border finance structures.

      Banking & Finance respondentEurope
  • SpotlightDavid Moalem
    SpotlightDavid Moalem

    David Moalem

    David Moalem is particularly recognised for advising banks and banking associations on regulatory matters, including governance and payment services issues.
    • David Moalem is very skilled in this field. He's always up to date and has a very pedagogical approach to complex matters.

      Banking & Finance respondentEurope
    • David Moalem is efficient and a good partner to discuss things with. He has a good focus on the business and the legal side. He is keen to find solutions that will work in real life.

      Banking & Finance respondentEurope
    • I appreciate David's willingness to discuss legal matters and provide sound and useful advice.

      Banking & Finance respondentEurope
    • Once he speaks, people listen to him.

      Banking & Finance respondentEurope
    • He's very good at presenting complex legal matters in an accessible way to non-legal people and explaining how it's relevant.

      Banking & Finance respondentEurope

Ranked Individuals at Bech-Bruun (2)

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