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DLA Piper LLP

Employment

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DLA Piper LLP

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Employment - Sweden

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper is regularly instructed by international and global companies on employment law matters, including those relating to the establishment of operations in Sweden and large-scale reorganisations. The Swedish employment law team also assists with the implementation of benefits and incentive programmes. The group is particularly knowledgeable regarding industrial relations issues, acting across from trade unions in disputes and in negotiations.

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Strengths

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  • The team at DLA Piper is very skilled and fast-acting. It makes bold and innovative recommendations.

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  • DLA Piper always has the knowledge needed within the team and therefore is able to give answers directly.

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  • The collaboration is seamless and very efficient.

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  • DLA Piper offers very pragmatic and forward-looking advice. The team is always straight to the point.

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  • DLA Piper stays very up to date on aspects that matter to our company and industry and always provides guidance in a way that resonates with us.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Björn Rustare
    Björn Rustare

    Björn Rustare

    Björn Rustare is adept at handling trade union consultations and is also regularly seen advising on the employment aspects of corporate reorganisations. A further strand of his practice involves providing guidance on incentive programmes and benefits packages.

    • He is a trusted partner in any labour law-related issue.

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    • Björn's wide experience and background within the entire field of employment law and labour relations is very impressive.

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  • Johan Zetterström
    Johan Zetterström

    Johan Zetterström

    Johan Zetterström regularly provides employment advice in the context of major M&A transactions, with notable experience in workforce integrations. His practice also encompasses trade union matters and sensitive dismissal proceedings.

    • He is a really strong negotiator.

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    • Johan Zetterström always delivers on our requests.

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    • Johan has a strong sense of urgency and an impressive breadth of knowledge within employment law.

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    • Johan always delivers and is exceptionally knowlegeable in matters of Swedish employment law. Johan can usually provide full solutions within a matter of hours or even in a short meeting.

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    • He is always there and hands-on when needed.

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