
Real Estate: Construction
Europe Guide 2026 : Denmark
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Department: Real Estate and Construction
Head of Department: Henriette Bjerg and Christian Johansen
No of employees in department: 87
The department is headed by the highly experienced real estate specialist Henriette Bjerg and leading construction expert Christian Johansen. Furthermore, it consists of 8 additional partners and 53 other qualified lawyers.
Our real estate and construction team is one of the leading players in the field - and one of the most active teams in the Danish market. We give advice on high-end, complex real estate matters including real estate transactions, financing, property development and construction law. We work in teams to advise the client in the best possible way by combining commercial and legal expertise.
We provide legal advice on some of the largest and most high-profile projects in Denmark. In addition, we represent clients on high-stakes construction-related disputes.
We act as legal adviser on matters such as:
- Complex real estate transactions
- Property development
- Construction law
- Real estate finance
- Development projects
- Construction-related disputes
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Work Highlights
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Bruun & Hjejle advised Nrep on the sale of five Danish shopping centres to Slate Asset Management.
Strengths
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B&H stands out for its exceptional ability to provide both short-term and long-term strategic vision, ensuring that risks and opportunities are clearly identified and prioritised.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeTheir deep industry knowledge allows them to find solutions.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeB&H have spent time understanding our business, meaning repeat business and starting up anew feels smooth. Furthermore, they have shown willingness to invest time and effort into our collaboration.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeBruun & Hjejle's ability to resolve complex issues is unparalleled and they consistently combine this with a focus on creating real value for us as owners.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeFor Bruun & Hjejle, extensive professional insight drives the process at all stages, including following up and organising the case in the best possible way.
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Notable Practitioners
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Christian Schow Madsen
Christian Schow Madsen remains a highly revered adviser due to his strength in property portfolio transactions. His expertise additionally encompasses contracts and agreements relating to development projects. Christian has a good mix of negotiating, commercial and legal skills. He also brings a calmness that we appreciate.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeChristian has very strong experience, is an excellent deal-maker and is detail-oriented.
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Band 1 
Band 1 
Christian Johansen
As one of Denmark’s top construction experts, Christian Johansen is in a prime position to advise national and international clients on large infrastructure and urban development projects. His prowess also extends to construction disputes, including arbitration proceedings. Christian is one of the leading, if not the leading, lawyers in Denmark in this area. He is very knowledgeable, with wide experience. He knows how projects work and the commercial process.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeChristian is very good and really understands how to motivate and lead his team.
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Band 1 
Band 1 
Søren Damgaard
Søren Damgaard regularly advises international investors on large residential and commercial real estate transactions. He is also well placed to assist with the set-up of joint ventures for development projects across Denmark. Søren is accessible, remains involved at every stage and provides clear and commercial guidance. His combination of technical expertise and hands-on engagement makes him an outstanding adviser.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeSøren distinguishes himself for his deep technical expertise, responsiveness and consistently practical, solution-oriented advice.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeSøren is a strong person to have on your side. He knows how to structure every dilemma in a legal agreement.
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Band 1 
Band 1 
Søren Kopp
Søren Kopp regularly assists international investors and asset managers with large property and portfolio transactions, as well as development projects. Søren is service-minded and attentive, always bringing together the right team. With his strong overview and structured approach, he ensures that every aspect of the transaction is thoroughly covered.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeSøren is undoubtedly one of the most talented lawyers and commercially aware legal advisers we have in the commercial real estate sector in Denmark.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeSøren consistently goes above and beyond to maintain strong connections with his clients. He demonstrates strong commitment to delivering results while prioritising clients’ interests.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeSøren is respected by virtually everyone in the industry, both in Denmark and internationally.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeSøren is just a commercially strong person. He's respected by all because he is a good and nice guy, but also because of his strength in theory.
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Band 2 
Band 2 
Liv Helth Lauersen
Liv Helth Lauersen is often entrusted with large infrastructure and urban development projects, negotiating complex construction agreements and contracts. She is also experienced in dispute resolution mandates, including arbitration proceedings. Liv combines deep legal expertise with strong strategic insight, ensuring that even the most complex matters are handled with clarity, confidence and precision.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeHer extensive experience and natural leadership are essential throughout the entire process.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeLiv is a very social and knowledgeable person. She's extremely helpful, very strong with clients and has a way of working with everyone in the team.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeLiv has good communication skills, great expertise in complex litigation and arbitration cases and a strategic mindset.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeLiv has extensive experience in construction law as well as related areas. She is always up to date with the latest practice. Furthermore, Liv has an ability to identify clients' needs.
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Band 3 
Band 3 
Henriette Bjerg
Henriette Bjerg acts on a variety of real estate transactions, advising clients on purchase, lease and development agreements. She is particularly experienced in deals involving hotel and office assets.
Henriette excelled, showing impressive market insight, negotiation skills and a very structured and proactive approach.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeHenriette Bjerg stands out as an exceptional adviser within real estate development. She combines deep legal expertise with impressive commercial understanding and a highly proactive approach.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeHenriette navigates complex matters with precision and insight.
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Up and Coming 
Up and Coming 
Andreas Bøgh
Andreas Bøgh is recognised for advising on major real estate transactions, acting for domestic and international clients on acquisitions and disposals. He also assists with development projects and joint venture structures and has notable experience in large-scale portfolio deals and hotel transactions.
Andreas stands out for his exceptional transaction leadership, ability to simplify complex issues and strong commercial awareness.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeAndreas consistently demonstrates exceptional commercial understanding, providing invaluable strategic insight. He also has the ability to connect individuals and cultivate fruitful collaborations.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeAndreas stands out as a talented young partner who combines strong technical skill with impressive commercial awareness. He is proactive, accessible and consistently delivers well-reasoned advice.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeAndreas is a very enjoyable person to work with. His work ethic is next level, which results in things being done at the highest quality.
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Up and Coming 
Up and Coming 
Jacob Goul Thomsen
Jacob Goul Thomsen is recognised for his expertise in the construction sector, particularly in arbitration and litigation. He advises project developers on commercial and residential property matters, supporting both the drafting of contractual agreements and compliance with domestic and EU standards.
He is service-minded and always meets deadlines.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeJacob has an excellent understanding of the cases and their complexity, including when it is necessary to team up with technical advisers to ensure that a case is organised in the best possible way.
Real Estate: Construction respondentEuropeJacob is really precise and knowledgeable. He is direct and always gives clear counsel and recommendations.
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Ranked Individuals at Bruun & Hjejle (8)
Members
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Andreas Bøgh

Christian Taksøe

Jacob Goul Thomsen



Søren Damgaard
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Christian Schow Madsen
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Søren Kopp
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Andreas Bøgh
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Liv Helth Lauersen
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Jacob Goul Thomsen
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