Niklas Korsgaard Christensen
Niklas is a partner in Plesner's Energy and Infrastructure team. He has been involved in a wide range of energy and infrastructure matters (projects, regulatory and transactions) involving both conventional energy (oil and gas); new energy sources (PV, wind (on/offshore), hydrogen, geothermal, biomass and hydro) and transportation infrastructure (rail, bridges, tunnels, ports).
Niklas advises on e.g. project development contracts, regulatory matters, offtake contracts (PPAs, GSAs, HOCs), transaction documentation. Niklas also has extensive experience with larger construction projects and disputes. He has worked for a broad range of large international and national energy companies, project developers, PE funds and sponsors in both Denmark and internationally.
Niklas has a Master’s degree in Law from the University of Copenhagen and New York University School of Law. Niklas also has a Master of Business Administration from Cambridge University (with distinction). He is admitted to the Supreme Court of Denmark and a certified arbitrator. Niklas is currently the Managing Partner of Plesner and a member of Plesner's Board of Directors. In addition, Niklas has published a wide range of articles and books on energy and infrastructure matters.
Almost all the matters that Niklas is involved in require a multi-disciplinary team approach and project leadership. He and the team is continuously sought by clients for their ability to provide a clear set of priorities, clear communication, and a deep commercial understanding of client’s needs.
"Niklas Korsgaard Christensen has solid experience and is strategic in advice when needed"
"We mainly work with lead partner, Niklas Korsgaard Christensen. Niklas is very commercial and pragmatic. He is extremely familiar with the Danish regulatory landscape and provide practical advice and solutions"
"Niklas Korsgaard Christensen is highly responsive and practical"
"Niklas Korsgaard Christensen is extremely easy to work with"
"Niklas Korsgaard Christensen is a first class, trusted adviser. To the point, clear communication and brings real value to the business"
"Niklas has a fantastic balance of commercial awareness and legal competence"
"Niklas Korsgaard Christensen is a first-class, trusted and very accessible adviser"
"Niklas is a skilled lawyer"
"Niklas Korsgaard Christensen is good to work with"
"Niklas is always on top of the case"
"Excellent understanding of commercial aspects, and participating in negotiations" (2023)
"Niklas Korsgaard Christensen is a trusted adviser. Clear communication, to the point, understand the requirements of the client, high professional standard"
"Niklas Korsgaard Christensen really stands out. He is exceptional as a trusted adviser with commercial understanding. He works fast and is available"
"Very accommodating and ready to take all matters seriously. In particular, I can highlight partner Niklas Korsgaard Christensen, who has faithfully been our customer liaison throughout the years of our collaboration. He consistently shows an interest in overseeing the tasks"
"Niklas is always on top of the tasks and makes sure the priorities are handled appropriately"
"Niklas Korsgaard Christensen has a very good commercial attitude, and is very good at communicating and providing solutions that push matters forward"
"Niklas is extremely competent and very realistic in his assessment of a dispute, so he gives fair advice and does not just take a case for the sake of the case. I very much appreciate that"