What the team is known for
Impressive practice representing clients in litigation and arbitration proceedings across a variety of industries. Particularly active in insurance, insolvency and professional liability disputes, often in the banking sector, representing companies as well as former board members. Also handles contract disputes such as breach of distribution and shareholder agreements. Additional knowledge in post-M&A litigation, including W&I issues.

Strengths
One client describes the lawyers as "always very responsive" and appreciates that they "not only see the legal aspects but also the big picture."

Work highlights
Defended Howden Insurance Brokers in litigation proceedings following the insolvencies of Gable Insurance and its Danish coverholder Husejernes Forsikring.

Notable practitioners
Carsten Pedersen is highly regarded for his broad commercial dispute resolution practice. He handles litigation relating to shareholder agreements and W&I insurance as well as professional liability disputes. One client describes him as "very sharp, no-nonsense and to the point," adding that "his communication has always been very clear and concise."

Jes Anker Mikkelsen possesses significant experience in dispute resolution proceedings, including litigation, arbitration and mediation processes. He is particularly knowledgeable in insurance-related mandates.

Chambers and Partners Europe, Dispute Resolution

Ranked: tier 1

Bech-Bruun's expertise across litigation, arbitration and mediation allows it to act on the implementation of decision enforcements and provide litigation risk assessment advice. The group is notably active in the construction sector and regularly acts in procurement, insolvency and post-M&A disputes. Practice head Jes Anker Mikkelsen has substantial expertise in litigation and arbitration matters, and is a key contact for maritime, transport and insurance disputes. Other key names include senior associate Mogens Gaarden, who has experience in financial mismanagement and post-financial crisis litigation; and Carsten Pedersen, who specialises in professional and directors liability disputes.

Legal 500, Dispute resolution