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Arbitration

Practice area
In today's complex business world, arbitration is the preferred method for resolving disputes. Plesner is the market leader in Denmark for both national and international arbitration, ranking in the top 100 of the world's best law firms in this specialty.

In the global market, larger corporations must navigate a multitude of challenges and risks, including complex value chains, political risks associated with foreign investments, stringent compliance regulations, high-stakes transaction environments, complex financing, and an ongoing green transition lacking consensus.

Navigating the maze of today's business world is no easy task. Conflicts will inevitably arise at home or abroad. Arbitration is now the preferred method of dispute resolution because a case can be kept confidential, it is a "one-shot" process, and an arbitral award can be enforced virtually worldwide (unlike court judgments).

Handling arbitration cases – especially international arbitration cases – requires high specialization. Plesner is the market leader in Denmark for both national and international arbitration cases (regular arbitration and investment arbitration). We have an outstanding track record and rank among the top 100 law firms globally. With experience across various industries including energy, construction and infrastructure, mining, M&A, IT, telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and retail, our team brings diversity and experience from the Nordics, USA, UK, Germany, France, Switzerland, Greece, and Singapore. Our team is regularly invited to speak at international conferences, contribute to rule development, and serve as arbitrators.

Our approach is client-focused: we assemble the most qualified and streamlined team for each case to ensure (financial) efficiency. We value and practice genuine teamwork, both internally and with our clients. We always provide honest advice – especially when it's tough. All of this is the key to further value creation for our clients.

Ratings
Within Dispute Resolution, Plesner is a first tier firm.

"We have had the pleasure of working with this legal firm over an extended period, and their performance has consistently exceeded expectations. The team is highly solution-oriented, always approaching challenges with a pragmatic mindset and a clear focus on achieving the best possible outcomes"

"We see a great strength in the overall capabilities of the team. The main partners are great, but the same really goes for the junior people"

"They have a very impressive breadth and depth that brings multiple and competent perspectives into the discussion. Further, they are extremely reliable"

"The team knows the industry exceptionally well and understands how to navigate dilemmas related to clients, reputation, and legal matters"

"The employees are always available and resolve challenges quickly and efficiently"
2026
The Legal 500
Plesner is listed in "Band 1" as regards Dispute Resolution by Chambers Global and Chambers Europe.

"Plesner offers a business-oriented approach to advising clients"

"Plesner have a 360-degree view on all matters and can always, at short notice, call specialists on any item"

"Plesner are able to get to the heart of the matter"

"Plesner delivers high-quality case handling and insight into the technical aspects, and provides clear communication"

"Plesner provides excellent legal expertise and the ability to apply legal assessments relevantly to practical problem solving"
2026
Chambers Global
Within Dispute Resolution, Plesner is a first tier firm.

"The skills, both in breadth and depth. They are able to contextualise each case. They are socially intelligent and look at cases from the client's perspective"

"Huge experience in complex litigations"

"Plesner's dispute resolution team is great"
2025
The Legal 500
Plesner is listed in "Band 1" as regards Dispute Resolution by Chambers Global and Chambers Europe.

"Plesner has a good team that takes care of our issues with a high level of understanding of our industry"
2025
Chambers Global
Within Dispute Resolution, Plesner is a first tier firm.

"Broad and deep competence. Extremely sharp in legal matters and strategically strong"

"Competent, dedicated and super reliable"

"Plesner has solved tasks for me for many years. Their professionalism and thoroughness are of great value to our collaboration"
2024
The Legal 500
Plesner is listed in "Band 1" as regards Dispute Resolution.

"Plesner is a full-scale law firm with a lot of highly skilled lawyers in many areas"

"Superb strategic and tactical acumen, combined with strength in depth, makes this a fabulous and outstanding team that you want on your side. The lawyers are top-notch, skilled and knowledgeable, demonstrating great communication skills as well as a supreme focus on the key issues of the dispute"

"They are always on the ball and extremely pleasant to work with"

"The team is very dedicated and works efficiently"

"Plesner's competencies range widely and the lawyers are always able to solve legal challenges within a short time"

"The team provides in-depth knowledge, high service levels and quick responses"
2024
Chambers Global
Plesner is listed on the prestigious ranking list "GAR 100" covering the best arbitration law firms in the world.

"The firm’s work was really impressive and consistent" (2024)
2019 - 2024
Global Arbitration Review