Jacob Hjortshøj

Practice Areas

A partner in Bech-Bruun's M&A Corporate department, Jacob Hjortshøj stands out as one of Denmark's foremost M&A, corporate law and stock exchange law experts. His extensive expertise is showcased through his impressive track record advising a wide array of notable private equity funds and both Danish and international enterprises on complex M&A transactions over the years. He also advises on ownership restructurings.

Bringing a wealth of experience in the area, Jacob has in recent years assisted as team leader in the transfer of an impressive volume of Danish as well as international enterprises, providing strategic insights and tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of every client. His exceptional qualifications in the M&A sector are underscored by his top-category rankings from all major rating agencies, reflecting his status as a leading expert in the field.

In every transaction, Jacob commits himself deeply in the client relationship and is strongly dedicated to the process towards the goal. He is a keen negotiator with a markedly solution-oriented and efficient approach, driven by the commercial element in M&A cases. His reputation as a trusted adviser is built on years of delivering exceptional legal advice and navigating high-stakes transactions with precision and expertise.

Professional Memberships

Board of directors (chairman), Embacollage A/S

Board of directors (chairman), Procter & Gamble Danmark A/S

Board of directors (chairman), Sahva A/S

Board of directors (chairman), A/S Stryhns Familieselskab

Board of directors (chairman), 8.8 Holding A/S

Board member, Armatec A/S

Board of directors (chairman), Stelton A/S

Board of directors (chairman), Watergroup A/S

Chairman, The Association of Danish Law Firms' Committee for Corporate Law (Danske Advokaters fagudvalg for selskabsret)

Board of directors (vice chairman), Viet-Jacobsen Fonden

Secretary, Danish Association of Corporate Law (Dansk Forening for Selskabsret)

Member, VL 12

Member, International Bar Association (IBA)

Member, Danish Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (DVCA)

Member, International Fiscal Association