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Esben Kjær

Attorney-at-Law
Partner
Esben is a partner in Plesner's Energy and Infrastructure team. He is known for his direct and pragmatic approach, and he is much in demand by clients when it comes to complex legal issues. Esben specialises in transactions within the energy, infrastructure, and transport sectors, and his expertise spans both national and international projects.

Esben has extensive experience with M&A and investment transactions, including negotiating and establishing joint ventures. He has been involved in significant projects, advising on everything from acquisitions and mergers to development contracts and regulatory matters. His client portfolio includes some of the largest companies in the transport and energy sectors, and he has provided strategic legal advice on major infrastructure projects. His ability to find simple and robust solutions to complex problems makes him a valued advisor.

Esben has a Master's degree in Law from the University of Copenhagen and he has also completed an internship at Haight Gardner, Poor & Havens in New York. He worked at Lett Vilstrup & Partnere, where he became a partner in 2001, before he joined Plesner as a partner in 2005. Moreover, has Esben has also published several articles on energy and infrastructure.

Esben is a lawyer sought after by clients for his ability to negotiate and communicate solutions in a complex environment that involves experts from Plesner's various practice areas. He therefore works closely with Plesner's multidisciplinary teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet clients' needs. Emphasising collaboration and shared success, Esben's work on projects often requires multidisciplinary team efforts. His leadership skills and deep commercial understanding make him and his team trusted partners for their clients.

Ratings
Esben Kjær is listed as a Leading Lawyer (Notable Practitioner) as regards Project Development: Energy.
2024
IFLR1000
Esben Kjær is recommended as regards Energy. Further, her is recommended as regards Real Estate and Construction and Greenland (Foreign Firms).
2024
The Legal 500
Esben Kjær is listed as a Leading Lawyer (Notable Practitioner) as regards Energy.

"Very involved despite being relatively senior"
2023
IFLR1000
Esben Kjær is recommended as regards Environment and Energy. Further, he is recommended as regards Real Estate and Construction, and Greenland - Foreign Firms.
2023
The Legal 500
Esben Kjær is listed as a Leading Lawyer (Notable Practitioner) as regards Energy.
2019 - 2022
IFLR1000
Esben Kjær is recommended as regards Environment and Energy.
2021 - 2022
The Legal 500