Legal 500 (2010)
Accura Advokataktieselskab's practice is 'top of the league', with a strong record for top clients across industry sectors.
Thomas Weincke represented Unilever in its planned acquisition of Sara Lee's personal care business and Metso in its acquisition of M&J Industries. Jacob Vinther advised windmill manufacturer Skykon on EQT's expansion capital investment and Polar Is in its acquisition of Premiere Is from Nestlé. The 'extremely well connected' Kåre Stolt, who 'combines legal and business skills', represented Irish conglomerate DCC in its acquisition of Shell's Danish distribution business and Axcel in its acquisition of furniture retailer ILVA. Michael Vinther represented Kuntkes Holding on its divestment of Alliance Clean & Care to Polaris Private Equity. Karsten Pedersen is also recommended.
Chambers & Partners (2010)
Although slightly smaller than its top-tier competitors, this
team "should not be underestimated," according to commentators.
Corporate/M&A is a core practice area for the firm and praise
abounds for the department. "The group is skilful, efficient and
commercially minded. It has done tremendously well in this area,"
sources agree. Clients are extremely satisfied with the firm's
service and report receiving excellent value for money.
Traditionally known for its strength in the private equity sphere,
the outfit maintains a broad client base, including Handelsbanken,
Shell, Nordic Capital, CapMan Invest and FSN Capital Partners. A
large portion of its instructions include an international
element.
Kåre Stolt is
seen by many as "the spearhead of the practice." Clients note his
efficient service and rate him as an excellent choice for
significant mid-market mandates. Jacob Vinther focuses on corporate
matters and is described by clients as "a creative problem solver,
with the ability to create a positive atmosphere during complex
negotiations." Michael Vinther is known for his
commercial acumen and frequent presence on corporate deals. Thomas
Weincke is also popular with clients.
Legal 500 (2009)
Top transactional firm Accura Advokataktieselskab 'has a
fantastic team, and is absolutely equal to the biggest
firms'.
Managing partner Kåre Stolt 'possesses the human and business
insight that is so important in negotiations'.
In 2008, with fewer big-ticket deals, the firm handled a high
volume of mid-market commercial and industrial transactions. It
advised Nordic Capital on its acquisition and delisting from OMX
Nordic Exchange of EDB Gruppen; Capidea and 3C, the acquirers of
the countrywide Danish hardware retail chain Inspiration; and
Montagu Private Equity on its divestment of animal healthcare group
VetXX to Dechra Pharmaceuticals.
Michael
Vinther is praised 'for his ability to combine business
understanding, strategy and overall legal framework'. Thomas
Weincke is 'good at finding pragmatic solutions to problems'.
Jacob
Vinther is also recommended.
Chambers & Partners (2009)
"Accura is an agile outfit, comprising high-calibre commercial
lawyers who are not stuck in the old traditional system."
Its M&A practice has been "performing fantastically well" in
the past few years, commentators agree. The group possesses
"tremendous transactional experience" and has "deeply rooted
skills" when it comes to M&A deals. Clients enjoy working with
the firm, reporting: "The lawyers show a significant interest in
the commercial side of deals - they really understand business,
which makes it easy to get the best support on transactions."
Much of the firm's success is attributable to managing partner Kåre Stolt.
Clients say: "He has a commercial mindset and is good at
facilitating deals," as well as being "a great legal adviser." The
firm has assembled "an extremely good team," including Jacob
Vinther, who also "creates an atmosphere conducive to deal
making." Sources explain: "He doesn't create problems, but solves
them, and is simply a great lawyer."
Michael
Vinther is "easy to discuss business issues with," and clients
praise his "level of empathy, which means he understands where we
want to go." Thomas Weincke is recommended for
providing "crystal-clear advice at all stages of a
transaction."
The group focuses on advising the private equity funds that have
been so active in the Danish market over the past few years. Recent
highlights include acting for Nordic Capital on its acquisition and
delisting from the OMX Nordic Exchange of EDB Gruppen, one of the
largest Danish system integrators. The firm also assisted Capidea
and 3C with the acquisition of Danish hardware retail chain
Inspiration. "The firm's strategy has been incredibly successful,"
interviewees observe. The group also acts for private and public
companies, and has benefited from conflicts among Denmark's 'big
four' law firms.