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Who we are

Plesner is a premier Danish law firm with roots dating back to 1918.

From the very beginning, our ambition has been to build a firm where the success of our clients goes hand in hand with the success of our people.

We attract exceptional talent and nurture a collaborative environment where both our clients and our team members can achieve remarkable results together. 

By fostering a welcoming atmosphere that encourages open dialogue and collaboration, we create a client-focused environment where ideas flourish and innovation thrives.

Our dedication to excellence in handling the most complex and demanding matters drives us to maintain and grow strong relationships with our clients. We understand that our success is intertwined with theirs, and we are committed to supporting them with exceptional solutions and service.

We value informality but never compromise on the quality of our legal advice

Our commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards is unwavering. 

Today, we are a team of more than 600 people, adept at leveraging our expertise to achieve even the most ambitious business objectives for our clients. While law is our field, our true business is about finding optimal and tailored solutions for every client. This principle has successfully guided us from the very beginning.

Integrity, trust, and expertise are what we live by at Plesner. These values make sure we give the highest quality legal advice and build strong, lasting relationships with our clients

Culture

Plesner is firmly grounded in integrity, trust, and respect. Our virtues have set us apart and propelled us forward.

Our culture is defined by a deep-rooted collaboration within the firm and with our clients. We earn trust and credence by carefully listening to the needs and goals of our clients and by responding with exceptional solutions and unwavering dedication.

We recognise that the most productive and valued collaborative relationships, based on trust and confidentiality, are cultivated daily within our teams and with our clients. Our dedication drives us to consistently deepen our understanding of our clients’ fields of business, fostering an environment where we can achieve remarkable results together.
 

The Plesner Way

The Plesner Way is our distinctive approach to enhancing the experiences of both clients and employees through consistent methods, approaches, and ways of service. This involves a unified way of servicing clients, developing employees, and collaborating within the firm.

We are dedicated to strengthening our ability to collaborate across the entire firm to solve even the most complex legal projects at an exceptional level.

We therefore focus on:

 

Client experience

We build strong, long-standing relationships based on deep knowledge of our client's needs and of the specific industries and sectors they operate in, supported by efficient and transparent project management of international standards.

Employee development

We continuously invest in our people, aiming to develop the best advisors in the industry who can deliver impact for our clients. We promote a culture of openness and inclusivity, ensuring equal access to personal and professional development opportunities.

Collaboration

We enhance our team spirit and organizational structures to effectively manage complex legal projects in partnership with our clients.

Our commitment involves continuous investment in our people, methods, and technology to stay at the forefront of the legal industry and build a premier law firm. Ultimately, The Plesner Way represents our commitment to our clients, our people, and our shared success. Let’s be exceptional together.

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Our story

Plesner’s roots date back to 1918. Today, we are a premier law firm with over 600 ambitious team members

Global working

Our clients operate globally, and so do we. As legal matters grow more intricate and international, we bring together relevant specialties to offer comprehensive, specialised counsel to our clients across borders and disciplines.

Plesner collaborates seamlessly with leading law firms worldwide to tackle our clients’ most complex legal challenges.

We have forged strong alliances with top firms across the Nordic region, USA, UK, and Germany. Our network extends to over 110 jurisdictions, ensuring our clients receive unparalleled support wherever they are.

Preferred law firm for international businesses

Our attorneys have extensive experience from principal international law firms, primarily in London and New York, and have gained experience with respect to market practices and local legal matters that our Danish clients will be able to benefit from when setting up business or investing in foreign markets, or in relation to proceedings in foreign jurisdictions. 

Chambers Global consistently awards Plesner the highest rankings in all categories, positioning us as the number one firm in Banking & Finance, M&A, Dispute Resolution, and IP Law. This recognition makes us the preferred law firm for international businesses operating in Denmark and a trusted local partner for leading global law firms.

Ratings
Plesner is ranked in Band 1 in all practice areas - Banking & Finance, Corporate/M&A, Dispute Resolution, Intellectual Property and International & Cross-Border Capabilities.

"Plesner provides stellar support from partner level to paralegals"

"Plesner is the firm you want on your side when things gets difficult. Its lawyers will find a solution if at all possible"
2025
Chambers Global
Plesner is ranked in Band 1 within 8 practice areas - Banking & Finance, Competition/European Law, Corporate/M&A, Dispute Resolution, Information Technology, Intellectual Property, Real Estate: Construction and Tax.

"The firm is excellent and very easy to work with. It has a good network and commercial awareness"

"The lawyers are always very responsive, very kind and knowledgeable, and are great at catching all of the details"
2025
Chambers Europe
"Plesner has a deep bench of lawyers with strong expertise in key sectors such as M&A, banking & finance, intellectual property, and dispute resolution. Their experience in advising on complex cross-border matters makes them a preferred choice for multinational companies"

"Huge experience in complex litigations"

"Super efficient team, very approachable, proactive, and give high-quality advice"
2025
The Legal 500
"Very approachable, highly pragmatic on complex cases, working extensive hours when needed, provides specific and actionable advice etc."

"Very knowledgeable, commercial, approachable"

"The Plesner team's availability is excellent and they understand client needs and also listen to the client"
2025
IFLR1000
Gitte Holtsø
In a world that's becoming increasingly complex, we are the steady and reliable partner standing right beside our clients, no matter what challenges they face. For me, it's this close and trusting relationship with our clients that motivates me every day