Bech-Bruun fields one of Denmark’s leading specialist tax practice groups, covering the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious tax matters. The team has evolved from a tax planning-focused group to a leader in tax controversy, fund structuring, VAT, transfer pricing, and domestic tax matters while continuing to advise on the tax aspects of substantial M&A transactions. Renowned for expertise in transfer pricing, tax litigation, succession planning, and tax insurance, the firm is well-equipped for international mandates. Led by Thomas Frøbert, one of Denmark’s foremost VAT and indirect tax specialists, the team includes Michael Serup, an expert in succession planning and corporate tax and Birka Wendy Mouritzen, responsible for VAT activities and litigation.

Gorrissen Federspiel’s prominent tax team represents major multinationals in tax controversies, corporate tax, and transfer pricing matters, attracting a diverse client base across numerous sectors. The practice encompasses tax litigation and VAT expertise, with significant international and cross-border tax capabilities. Known for its strong presence in the M&A market, the team also offers extensive capital markets expertise. Led by Jakob Skaadstrup Andersen, an international tax expert advising on M&A, capital markets, and EU tax law, the team includes Niclas Holst Sonne, specialising in M&A tax, fund structuring, and cross-border tax issues. Jakob Krogsøe is an experienced tax litigator, handling cases on corporate taxation and transfer pricing, while Jan Steen Hansen provides strategic tax advice on Denmark’s largest transactions, including M&A deals and pension fund taxation.

Kromann Reumert’s experienced tax team advises on all aspects of domestic and cross-border taxation, including VAT, transfer pricing, incentive schemes, tax strategy, and litigation proceedings involving direct and indirect tax. The team frequently acts in contentious tax matters, representing clients before the Danish Tax Tribunal, Danish courts, and the ECJ, as well as in EU arbitration and principal transfer pricing disputes. Led by Arne Møllin Ottosen, a renowned expert in tax litigation, corporate taxation, and transfer pricing, the team also includes Michael Nørremark, whose combined expertise in corporate taxation and corporate law underpins his advice on corporate structures, private equity, investment funds, and financial products.

Plesner’s tax practice advises blue-chip Danish and international groups on all aspects of Danish tax law, encompassing both advisory and contentious work. Expertise spans direct and indirect taxes, transfer pricing, cross-border transactions, structuring and reorganisations, incentive schemes, estate planning, and private and capital markets transactions. The team frequently handles high-profile tax litigation, particularly in the high courts, and is often involved in one-of-a-kind mandates. The practice is co-led by Lasse Esbjerg Christensen, noted for his strength in direct tax litigation, and Tom Kári Kristjánsson, a leading expert in indirect taxes and duties, including VAT and customs. Other key figures include Søren Lehmann Nielsen, renowned for litigation and tax advisory work; Jef Nymand Hounsgaard, specialising in transfer pricing and cross-border M&A; and Hans Severin Hansen, a veteran of Denmark’s tax litigation scene with over 45 years of experience.

Accura Advokatpartnerselskab’s tax team is integral to the firm’s leading position in Danish M&A, offering second-to-none expertise across M&A, real estate, renewable energy, and fund formation. Collaborating closely with the firm’s broader teams, the tax department plays a pivotal role in large and complex deals. The team advises key clients in the private equity and venture capital sectors, implementing incentive programmes and structuring management reinvestments while excelling in real estate value taxes and disputes with tax authorities. Led by Poul Erik Lytken, who focuses on tax and VAT in M&A and real estate transactions, the team also includes Christopher Erik Oldenburg, specialising in the tax and VAT treatment of real estate and renewable transactions, indirect taxation, and EU VAT legislation.

DLA Piper Denmark offers comprehensive tax advisory services alongside a strong tax litigation practice. The team advises on direct and indirect tax matters, including corporate restructuring, transaction optimisation, international tax planning, and transfer pricing, with extensive cross-border capabilities and a broad international and domestic client base. The practice is led by Jakob Schilder-Knudsen, who has over two decades of experience advising on M&A transactions, restructuring, and real estate investments for Danish and international clients. Mario Fernandez, head of indirect tax, is a leading VAT lawyer with extensive expertise in local and cross-border transactions. Ingólfur Örn Ingólfsson focuses on corporate tax, M&A, and restructurings, recently advising on high-profile transactions and cross-border tax structuring.

BACHMANN PARTNERS, with offices in both Copenhagen and Aarhus, is a boutique firm specialising in all tax-related matters including income tax, VAT, vehicle registration tax, customs and excises, tax litigation, and criminal law related to tax matters. The team has unique experience regarding tax issues related to utilities producing heat and electricity. The team is co-led by seasoned professionals Christian Bachmann and Diana Mønniche with both boasting comprehensive experience in a range of tax issues. Peter Hansen rounds out the team with extensive tax experience including a focus on binding rules, litigation issues, cases before the national tax tribunal, and international taxation.

Bjørnholm Law is a boutique firm specialising in tax controversy, assisting clients from the initial audit stage to Supreme Court proceedings. The firm focuses on high-end tax litigation for predominantly listed corporate clients. Co-head Nikolaj Bjørnholm, a Supreme Court-admitted litigator, is renowned for his expertise in tax controversy and transfer pricing. Bodil Tolstrup, an accomplished tax litigator, advises domestic and international clients on tax aspects of business restructurings and transfer pricing, with significant experience handling complex tax disputes.

Horten’s tax team is particularly strong in real estate taxation, advising both private and public authorities on property taxation matters. The team provides in-depth knowledge on tax, VAT, and registration, with a strong international focus, and advises on notable corporate M&A transactions, and developing efficient tax structures. Led by Henrik Stig Lauritsen, who specialises in company formation, incentive programmes, corporate tax, and tax litigation, the team also includes Thomas Booker, a specialist in real estate taxation. Booker brings a global perspective, advising major property owners in Denmark on property tax and broader tax-related charges.

Moalem Weitemeyer provides comprehensive domestic and international corporate income tax advice, excelling in niche areas such as tonnage tax and hydrocarbon taxation. The firm also offers individual income tax and VAT services, with a strong focus on transactions and dispute resolution. The team advises on all aspects of transaction tax, including domestic and international tax planning, restructurings, seller reinvestments, and management equity incentive programmes. The practice is led by Tobias Riis Steinø, who brings two decades of experience and rights of audience before Denmark’s high courts.

NJORD Law Firm provides comprehensive tax and VAT advice on cross-border transactions and international trade across the Nordics. The firm’s dedicated Nordic tax team specialises in tax disputes and litigation, guiding clients through audits, investigations, and litigation, with extensive expertise in transfer pricing and cross-border disputes. Led by Kaspar Bastian, a seasoned expert in tax dispute resolution with over two decades of experience in tax, VAT, transfer pricing, and duties, the team also includes Robert Mikelsons, who oversees international tax and VAT matters, serving a diverse client base of individuals, corporations, partnerships, and estates.