International & Cross-Border Capabilities

Horten is an independent law firm with a broad Danish law practice, though it attracts the most praise internationally for its work in the transactional arena. The law firm has a strong history of advising clients alongside international firms, and most of its international activity centres on being Danish law counsel of choice on inbound work, praised for bringing an understanding of foreign market practices when acting on Danish aspects of multi-jurisdictional projects, and for international clients investing in Denmark.

Horten has a strong track record in mid-market M&A transactions with cross-border components, particularly those involving other Scandinavian countries and Germany. The financing team is also noted for its good understanding of international variations in loan agreements, and the law firm acts for a number of foreign European banks on complex banking transactions. Sources also mention the firm's work on complex international disputes, particularly those concerning the financial sector.

One impressed client says: "Horten are outstanding in understanding international legislation," further remarking: "Strategically they're in another league."

Another reports: "The firm is very capable to assist and advise clients on multinational transactions," going on to add: "They were quick to explore and provide guidance on complex tax issues outside Denmark."