Peter Bruun Nikolajsen
Peter Bruun Nikolajsen has more than 20 years of experience as a legal advisor within M&A. Over the years, Peter has advised on a very large number of transactions for Danish and international companies, private equity funds, venture funds and owner managers.
Peter also acts as a trusted advisor for several companies in connection with strategic decisions.
Peter is furthermore one of the most experienced and active advisors within venture capital.
Over the years, Peter has taught various courses regarding M&A, company law and shareholders' agreements. He previously lectured at the University of Copenhagen.
Peter is member of several associations, including Active Owners Denmark (formerly DVCA, Danish Venture Capital and Private Equity Association), in which he is member of the Legal Committee.
Peter is admitted to the Danish High Courts and is recommended by The Legal 500 and IFLR1000.
Legal Committee, Active Owners Denmark
- Advising Aller (Ahead Group) on the acquisition of MediaCatch
- Advising private equity fund Mentha Capital on the acquisition of SH Group
- Advising the sellers of EV-charging business Spirii (including private equity fund Nordic Alpha Partners and AURA Energi) on the sale to listed Edenred (France)
- Advising private equity fund Mentha Capital on the acquisition of Holmris B8
- Advising tech business Klaay on an investment from venture capital fund People Ventures
- Advising a listed Swedish industrial group on the acquisition of a Danish production business (identity confidential)
- Advising private equity fund Mentha Capital and portfolio company Erhvervs Webdesign on the add-on acquisition of Aveo
- Advising the sellers of eloomi (including EIFO and private equity funds Great Hill Partners and Kennet Partners) on the sale to listed Dayforce (USA)
- Advising private equity fund Mentha Capital on the acquisition of Erhvervs Webdesign
- Advising SF Film/SF Anytime (Sweden) on the acquisition of Blockbuster from Nuuday
- Advising MASH Makes on an investment from listed shipping company Norden
- Advising JobTeaser (France) on the acquisition of Graduateland
- Advising listed Fluidra (Spain) on the acquisition of Swim & Fun Scandinavia
- Advising the sellers of Peak Consulting on the sale to private equity-backed Emagine (formerly ProData)
- Advising Bare Collective (Sweden) on the acquisition of Leander
- Advising the sellers of MOCH on the sale to UK-based MetaCompliance
- Advising listed BEWI Group on the acquisition of Honeycomb Cellpack
- Advising the sellers of medical-device business Fischer Medical on the sale to listed AddLife (Sweden)
- Advising Kyu (USA) on the acquisition of Gehl Architects
- Advising private equity fund Dansk Ejerkapital on the acquisition of EICO
- Advising private equity fund Nordic Alpha Partners on several investments/acquisitions
- Advising Vinci Energies (Germany) on the acquisition of Dansk Sprinkler Teknik
- Advising the Swedish venture capital fund Creandum on a number of investments/acquisitions
- Advising the seller of Kiltin (pest control) on the sale of the company to private equity-backed SSG
- Advising the sellers of Tekpartner on the sale to listed Etteplan (Finland)
- Advising the sellers of IT company Capto on the sale to private equity-backed EG
- Advising the sellers of medical-device business Maribo Medico on the sale to listed ResMed (USA)
- Advising IT company Monsido on an investment from private equity fund Level Equity (USA)
- Advising the sellers of IT/SaaS company Falcon.io on the sale of the company to listed Cision (USA)
- Advising the seller of IT company Draware on the sale of the company to Deloittealg af selskabet til Deloitte
Partner, DLA Piper Denmark, since 2025
Partner, Lundgrens, 2018-2025
Partner, Delacour, 2012-2018
Associate Partner, Accura, 2010-2012
Attorney, Accura, 2005-2010
Attorney, Nordia, 2003-2005
Assistant Attorney, Plesner, 2001-2003
Peter is ranked as 'Notable practitioner' within 'M&A' by IFLR1000.
”Peter offers a very high commitment to the client’s case in combination with excellent communication and legal skills both within his field but also within related areas, where his ability to involve specialised colleagues seamlessly ensures a very high standard within all legal areas and a successful outcome in even the most complex M&A processes.”
“Peter is always available and solution-orientated. He is a very good negotiator and finds the best solution to protect his clients. He is proactive and has an active role in making the deals happen. We were lucky to have Peter, his role was fundamental in making our deal happen.”
“Peter is a very good communicator and negotiator. Always looking to find the best deal for the client and making innovative proposals to reach a good end. His fee control is also excellent, so that the client never has any surprises.”
“Strong negotiator and high industry knowledge.”
Peter is recognised by The Legal 500 within 'Corporate M&A'.
”Peter Bruun Nikolajsen stands out as an absolute expert in his field, while remaining very humble and open for discussion, he is an outstanding professional. He is extremely skilled and can always make a deal happen.”
“Peter Bruun Nikolajsen has the ability to tailor the legal services for the client; he is available and engaged to keep momentum in the process.”
