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Jesper Lauge Johannesen

Jesper Lauge Johannesen

Europe 2026

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About

Provided by Poul Schmith

Europe

Practice Areas

Jesper Lauge Johannesen focuses on urban and area development projects, property development and M&A real estate. Jesper has extensive experience in his field, and for many years he has assisted public bodies, pension funds, property developers and private investors with implementing large, significant development projects and property transactions.

Jesper has a particular focus on urban development projects in area development companies, especially the cooperation between public bodies and private investors. He has been involved in some of the most significant area development companies in Denmark in recent years and has consequently acquired extensive experience and expertise in and insight into the individual stages of a successful development project, from the initial concept to project implementation. His expertise is wide-ranging and covers all significant real estate aspects.

Over the years, Jesper has successfully assisted a wide range of clients with strategic and value-adding advice that has created strong and lasting client relationships. He handles complex legal issues with a focus on clients' visions and business objectives, where joint ventures and partnership agreements in particular have been a large part of his work.

He advises a wide range of operators in the property industry, including public bodies, pension funds, property investors, property developers, turnkey contractors and project providers, both established and start-ups.

Career

2024-NOW: Partner, Poul Schmith

2009-2024: Bech Bruun Law Firm

2007-2009: Abel & Skovgård Larsen Law Firm

2001-2006: Master of Law, Aarhus University

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Real Estate - Denmark

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Jesper Lauge Johannesen is known for his project development expertise, drafting development agreements, construction contracts and ensuring regulatory compliance. He also assists clients with sale and purchase agreements, lease contracts and the structuring and negotiation of joint venture agreements.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Jesper is an exceptionally strong advisor. He combines deep legal expertise with a highly pragmatic mindset, is always well prepared and consistently brings clarity into complex matters.

    Real EstateChambers European Guide
  • He delivers at a high level, is highly flexible and always available.

    Real EstateChambers European Guide

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