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Restructuring & Insolvency Lawyers

Unparalleled Expertise in Insolvency matters

In the complex realm of corporate restructuring and insolvency, dealing with financial distress requires not only legal knowledge, but also strategic acumen and specialised expertise. At CMS Wistrand, our team of lawyers excels at guiding clients through this challenging terrain. We are renowned for handling some of Sweden's largest and most high-profile bankruptcies, standing as a testament to our skills and experience in this complex area.

Unparalleled Expertise in Insolvency Matters

Our firm is internationally recognised as a leader in insolvency law, with a wealth of experience across a range of sectors. This expertise is critical in providing effective strategies for financial restructurings, corporate reorganizations, and managing bankruptcies. The commitment of our team is demonstrated by our consistent handling of complex financial restructurings, corporate reorganizations, solvent liquidations, as well as negotiating private compositions with creditors.

  • Preventive analysis and measures
  • Financial restructuring
  • Capital injections and refinancing
  • Financings, acquisitions and disposals relating to companies in distress[BC1] [NM2] 
  • Applications for bankruptcy or reorganization
  • Receivership in bankruptcies and administrators in reorganisations
  • Liquidation of solvent companies
  • Priority rights and security interests
  • Creditors and owners’ rights in formal insolvency proceedings
  • Personal liability for shareholders and members of the board
  • Insolvency related litigation, including claw-back disputes 

Our lawyers bring a unique blend of legal expertise and practical insights to ensure that each strategy is tailored to meet the specific needs of our clients. This approach not only resolves current issues but also positions our clients for future stability and growth.

Safeguarding Interests in Financially Distressed Situations

In addition to assisting companies in distress, our services extend to creditors seeking to protect their interests. We represent these stakeholders in formal insolvency proceedings, providing astute advice on personal liability issues of directors and owners. Our team's expertise ensures that creditors' rights are effectively represented, and their interests safeguarded during these critical processes.

Tailored Solutions for Complex Challenges

Choose CMS Wistrand for strategic legal counsel in challenging financial situations. Our experienced team is dedicated to delivering tailored solutions that address your unique needs and ensure that your interests are protected and advanced. Partner with us for legal advice that combines deep expertise with a personalised approach, ensuring that you navigate the complexities of restructuring and insolvency with confidence and clarity.

For dedicated restructuring and insolvency legal support, you can rely on our specialist team of lawyers.  Their combined expertise and personalised approach will ensure that your legal needs are comprehensively addressed and your interests are meticulously safeguarded.

 
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Niklas Alvestrand Körling
Managing Partner
Lawyer
Sweden, Stockholm
In 2023, Niklas Alvestrand Körling assumed the role of Managing Partner. He currently serves as a board member in the national board responsible for overseeing strategic matters and establishing the overarching...
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Christian Bergqvist
Partner
Lawyer
Sweden, Stockholm
Christian Bergqvist specializes in insolvency matters. He has extensive experience of handling distressed matters and advising on restructurings, creditor protection issues, Directors' liability and...
Mats Hilmersson
Mats Hilmersson
Partner
Lawyer
Sweden, Stockholm
Mats Hilmersson has many years of experience as a business lawyer and specializes in insolvency law, labor law, commercial agreements, and general company law. His practice includes advising Swedish and...
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Marek Keller
Partner
Lawyer
Sweden, Stockholm
Marek Keller specializes in insolvency law and dispute resolution. He assists clients with advice on matters regarding securities, creditor protection, board liability, and other matters that arise in...
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Anders Nilsson
Partner
Lawyer
Sweden, Stockholm
Anders Nilsson specializes in insolvency proceedings and dispute resolution. He advises clients on credit and security issues, creditor protection issues, reconstructions and other legal matters that...
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Tove Rosén Johansson
Partner
Lawyer
Sweden, Göteborg
Tove Rosén Johansson is a partner at CMS Wistrand and advises on insolvency, reconstruction and corporate law. Tove Rosén Johansson represents a diverse Swedish and international clientele, including...
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Fredrik Thor
Partner
Lawyer
Sweden, Stockholm
Fredrik Thor specializes in insolvency matters. He has extensive experience of handling distressed matters and advising on restructurings, creditor protection issues and other types of legal matters that...
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Jörgen Wistrand
Partner
Lawyer
Sweden, Göteborg
Jörgen Wistrand is a partner at CMS Wistrand’s restructuring & insolvency practice group and specializes in insolvency proceedings, with a particular focus on bankruptcy administration and liquidation...
Stefan Lindskog
Stefan Lindskog
Senior Counsel
Senior Advisor and Former Justice Councilor
Lawyer
Sweden, Stockholm
Stefan Lindskog has long and broad experience of both business law and legal issues in general, with a career spanning both theoretical and practical areas. With assignments as board member and chairman...
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Anne-Marie Pouteaux
Senior Counsel
Lawyer
Sweden, Göteborg
Anne-Marie Pouteaux is a senior counsel at CMS Wistrand and specializes in banking and finance, insurance law, insolvency and restructuring, maritime and transportation law as well as with special investigations...