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Provided by Bech-Bruun

We are leading real estate and construction law specialists with experience advising public-sector employers and private operators. We have in-depth knowledge of all legal aspects of real estate, including investment and divestment, leasing, development and public regulations regarding restrictions on the use of real estate.  

Our main areas of expertise span M&A Real Estate, project development, tenders and negotiation of building and construction contracts, lease law and advice relating to real estate. 

In the area of M&A Real Estate we provide innovative and commercially sustainable solutions and highly specialised advice. We have in-depth knowledge of financing which gives us a cutting edge in property development projects where planning of financing is key.

In the area of lease law we advise private and public enterprises and are highly experienced conducting legal proceedings for both lessors and lessees. We are also highly knowledgeable when it comes to sustainable construction and green leases.

In the area of construction law we provide advice on public and private building and construction projects as well as projects with both public and private players. Our expertise spans project development, tenders in building and construction projects, negotiation of building and construction contracts, and contractor's insurance. We employ some of the leading advisers in dispute resolution and alternative types of dispute resolution such as mediation and conciliation.

Chambers Review

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Real Estate: Construction - Denmark

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Bech-Bruun is home to a distinguished real estate and construction law practice, regularly acting for international investors, pension funds and public entities. The law firm frequently handles real estate transactions involving residential properties, logistics centres and offices, including portfolios. Clients also benefit from Bech-Bruun's strength in construction mandates involving urban developments and infrastructure projects. Furthermore, the law firm has significant strength in construction arbitration and litigation.

Work Highlights

  • Bech-Bruun advised Salling Group on its acquisition of Rimi Baltic including more than 70 properties, approximately 250 leaseholds and over 320 supermarket stores across multiple jurisdictions.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Claus Berg
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Claus Berg
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Band 1
Claus Berg frequently represents contractors in contentious mandates, including litigation and arbitration pertaining to building defects and construction delays. He also has experience of acting as arbitrator on construction disputes.

Claus is an extraordinarily skilled lawyer with an in-depth understanding of the legal aspects of construction law.

Claus stands out for his exceptional legal skills and his ability to provide valuable input even on the most complex matters.

Jens Hjortskov
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Jens Hjortskov
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Band 3
Jens Hjortskov regularly advises on urban development and infrastructure projects as well as artificial islands. He often represents clients in construction-related disputes.

Jens is pleasant to work with and has a great knowledge of the construction market.

Per Bjerg Christensen
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Per Bjerg Christensen
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Band 3
Per Bjerg Christensen acts for prominent investors, including pension funds, on the acquisition of real estate portfolios. He also offers experience advising public bodies and real estate developers on a range of development-related issues.
Tina Braad
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Tina Braad
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Band 3

Tina Braad advises on major construction and public procurement projects. She also handles contentious matters, with experience in arbitration and High Court proceedings concerning significant construction disputes.

Tina has an incredible attention to detail and the ability to maintain an overview of very large cases that are interrelated and highly complex, both legally and technically.

Lasse Vittus Hupfeld
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Lasse Vittus Hupfeld
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Up and Coming

Lasse Vittus Hupfeld advises on complex real estate transactions, including portfolio acquisitions, divestments and sale-and-leaseback deals. He also assists with development projects, joint ventures and cross-border portfolio transactions for institutional investors.

Lasse is a treasured strategic advisor who delivers excellent service levels and is always ready to pick up the phone when needed.

He offers a great service level.

Lasse is very much hands-on. He is responsive, very engaged and provides good commercial advice on where we should focus.

Lasse is very experienced and has very broad knowledge of the logistics of where we are doing business. The most important thing about him is this commercial mindset.

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Per Bjerg Christensen
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Per Bjerg Christensen
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Band 3
Lasse Vittus Hupfeld
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Lasse Vittus Hupfeld
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Up and Coming
Real Estate: Construction

Claus Berg
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Claus Berg
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Band 1
Jens Hjortskov
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Jens Hjortskov
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Band 3
Tina Braad
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Tina Braad
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Band 3