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.
"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"
"Niklas Korsgaard Christensen is a first-class, trusted adviser"
"Very easy to talk to and not afraid to give common sense advice. Niklas Korsgaard Christensen has sound understanding and does not make reservations to his down to earth and to the point advice"
"Niklas is a first-class adviser with in-depth industry knowledge. He provides operational solutions through direct communication"
"Niklas Korsgaard Christensen; highly trusted adviser. He brings real value to the business through a combination of high professional standards, a commercial astute approach, a distinct ability at working effectively though complex situations and putting advice in the right context and framework for the situation"
Niklas Korsgaard Christensen represents clients in energy infrastructure projects in the electricity and oil and gas sectors. He also advises on transaction mandates, with particular strength in offshore wind parks and solar farms. Clients praise his "in-depth understanding" and his "clear communication"