Our Services and Practice Areas
At Actus Law, we specialize in providing tailored legal solutions for businesses. With deep expertise in business law and commercial insight, we guide our clients through complex legal challenges. Below, you will find an overview of our core practice areas, each aimed to support and have positive impact on your business.
Litigation and Dispute Resolution
At Actus Law, we believe that litigation or arbitration should never be the goal in itself but rather a means to a well-defined end. Our approach to dispute resolution is rooted in the understanding that preventing conflict and managing disputes early can save time, money, and resources. Our role is to provide strategic guidance at every stage, helping businesses navigate the complexities of legal conflicts and negotiations while keeping the broader commercial goals in mind.
Effective legal advice goes beyond just legal arguments—it’s about understanding the business context, engaging in careful negotiations, and, when necessary, settling disputes efficiently. Our primary objective is to help clients avoid litigation where possible, but when it becomes unavoidable, we are ready to defend your interests with precision and expertise.
Our Services in Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Comprehensive dispute management: Identifying risks and managing disputes before they escalate.
Negotiation and settlement advice: Offering strategic guidance to commercially resolve issues outside of court.
Litigation: Representation before the Danish courts, including preparing writs, defences and appearing for oral hearings.
Arbitration: Representation in national and international arbitration tribunals.
Mediation: Representation in formal mediation procedures and assistance with structured settlement negotiations.
Evidence preservation: Strategic advice on evidence collection both nationally and internationally.
Contract disputes: Handling disputes related to breach of contract or other failures to meet legal obligations.
Liability claims: Representing and defending clients in cases involving general liability, product liability, and other financial claims of tort or damages.
Appeals: Expert advice on appealing court decisions and navigating the appeal process.
General Business Law
At Actus Law, we provide comprehensive legal guidance for businesses navigating the complex landscape of company law. Whether you are just starting your business or need ongoing support, our role is to ensure that your operations remain compliant, efficient, and legally sound. We help businesses make informed decisions at every stage, from incorporation to handling day-to-day corporate matters, all while prioritizing practical solutions that align with your commercial objectives.
Good legal advice is about providing clear, actionable guidance that prevents legal issues before they arise and resolves any challenges quickly and efficiently. We work closely with business owners to help them manage risks, streamline their operations, and ensure their company structure is optimized for growth and success.
Our Services in General Business Law
Company formation: Assistance with incorporating a business and choosing the appropriate corporate structure (e.g., limited liability, shareholder, partnership, etc.).
Corporate governance: Advising on shareholder agreements, board governance, and management structures.
Contract drafting and review: Ensuring your business contracts (e.g., supplier agreements, partnership agreements, employment contracts) are comprehensive and enforceable.
Corporate restructuring: Guidance on business restructuring, capital changes, and ensuring your company remains efficient as it evolves.
Dispute resolution: Helping resolve both internal disputes (e.g., shareholder disputes) or external disputes (e.g. with customers, services providers) through negotiation or litigation.
Compliance and regulatory matters: Ensuring compliance with Danish business laws and EU regulations that affect your industry e.g. regarding advertising and marketing.
Employment law: Providing legal support on employee relations, including employment contracts, employee share schemes, and compensation programmes.
Intellectual property rights: Protecting your business's trademarks, patents, and other intellectual property assets.
Real Estate
At Actus Law, we provide practical and reliable legal guidance for businesses navigating the real estate market. Whether you are purchasing property for your business, leasing commercial space, or need advice on land registration and compliance, we offer clear, efficient legal solutions that are tailored to your specific needs.
Real estate law can be complex, but our goal is to make the process smooth and understandable. We assist with a wide range of real estate matters, ensuring that transactions are legally sound and compliant with Danish regulations. Our focus is on providing pragmatic legal advice that helps you make informed decisions without getting bogged down in unnecessary complexity.
Our Services in Real Estate
Real estate transactions: Reviewing and advising on purchase agreements, sales contracts and leases.
Land registry: Assistance with property registration and ensuring compliance with the Danish Land Registration System.
Lease agreements: Drafting, reviewing, and advising on commercial and residential leases.
Regulatory compliance: Ensuring compliance with Danish real estate regulations, including environmental law, planning law, and zoning requirements.
Dispute resolution: Assistance with resolving disputes related to property transactions, leases, and construction contracts.
Property financing: Guidance on securing property financing for small businesses and ensuring the terms are favorable.
Establishing Business in Denmark
At Actus Law, we specialize in helping international businesses establish a presence in Denmark. We offer comprehensive legal support to navigate the Danish business landscape. Our goal is to simplify the process, ensuring compliance and facilitating a smooth entry into the Danish market.
Establishing a business in Denmark involves more than just legal registration; it encompasses understanding local regulations, securing the right premises, and ensuring compliance with e.g. employment and tax laws. We provide end-to-end assistance, from company formation to operational setup, tailored to the unique needs of each client.
Our Services in Establishing Business in Denmark
Company formation: Advising on and assisting with the establishment of various business entities, including private limited companies (ApS), public limited companies (A/S), partnerships, joint ventures and branch offices.
Business registration: Facilitating the registration process with the Danish Business Authority, including obtaining a company registration number.
Tax registration: Assisting with registration for VAT, payroll taxes, and other relevant tax obligations with the Danish Tax Agency.
Employment law compliance: Providing guidance on employment contracts, employee rights, and compliance with Danish labor laws.
Real estate transactions: Advising on leasing or purchasing business premises, ensuring compliance with local zoning and environmental regulations.
Insurance requirements: Assisting in identifying and obtaining necessary business insurance, including liability and workers' compensation.
Intellectual property protection: Advising on the protection of trademarks, patents, and other intellectual property assets in Denmark.
Financial structuring: Providing guidance on capital requirements, shareholder agreements, and other financial considerations.
Ongoing compliance: Offering ongoing legal support to ensure continued compliance with Danish laws and regulations.
Contract Drafting and Review
At Actus Law, we help businesses navigate the complexities of commercial contracts to ensure that their agreements are clear, enforceable, and protect their interests. Whether you're drafting standard terms and conditions for your business or reviewing terms offered by customers, suppliers, vendors, or clients, we provide practical legal support to help you mitigate risks and secure favorable terms.
Effective contracts are essential to maintaining strong business relationships and preventing disputes down the line. Our approach is to offer practical, well-crafted contracts that reflect the realities of your business, ensuring compliance with Danish law while safeguarding your commercial interests.
Our Services in Contract Drafting and Review
Commercial contracts: Drafting and reviewing contracts between businesses and their customers, suppliers, or vendors.
Standard terms and conditions: Creating tailored standard terms for businesses to use with both consumer and commercial customers, suppliers, or contractors in Denmark.
Contract review: Reviewing contracts provided by third parties to ensure they are fair, balanced, and compliant with Danish laws.
Negotiation support: Assisting in negotiations to secure favorable contract terms for your business.
Supply agreements: Drafting and reviewing supply contracts, ensuring clear terms on delivery, payment, and dispute resolution.
Service agreements: Advising on service contracts, including terms related to performance, deadlines, and liabilities.
Confidentiality agreements: Drafting and reviewing non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to protect sensitive information.
Sales contracts: Creating sales agreements that define the rights and obligations of all parties, including payment terms and dispute resolution procedures.
Employment contacts: Drafting terms employment contracts, ensuring they comply with local regulations and avoiding costly pitfalls.
Tax
At Actus Law, we provide clear and practical advice on Danish tax matters for businesses entering or operating in the Danish market. Whether you are setting up a new business, expanding operations, or navigating ongoing compliance, we offer the guidance needed to help you make informed tax decisions and avoid common pitfalls.
Our focus is on providing straightforward advice that ensures your business remains compliant with Danish tax laws, including VAT, payroll taxes, and corporate taxation.
Our Services in Tax
Danish tax registration: Helping businesses register for VAT, corporate taxes, and other relevant tax obligations with the Danish Tax Agency.
Tax compliance: Ensuring that businesses comply with Danish tax laws and avoid unnecessary penalties.
VAT advice: Guidance on VAT matters for both domestic and cross-border transactions.
Payroll tax: Advising on the taxation of employees and social security contributions.
Business restructuring: Assisting with tax considerations during business formation, mergers, and restructurings.
Employee matters: Securing tax efficiency and compliance in setting up e.g. stock option programmes, incentive schemes or other taxable employee benefits.
Tax planning: Helping businesses plan for tax efficiency and manage ongoing obligations.
International tax: Advising international businesses on how to navigate cross-border tax issues when establishing a presence in Denmark.
Military and Defence Industry
At Actus Law, we offer specialized legal services for businesses and suppliers looking to engage with the Danish Defence sector. With a unique blend of military experience and legal insight, we understand the complexities of military procurement, EU public procurement regulations, and the challenges faced by suppliers and contractors in the defence industry.
Along with most EU militaries, the Danish Defence is experiencing an increase in military spending, creating opportunities for suppliers of equipment, technology, and services to engage in public procurement processes. Whether you are new to the sector or looking to navigate complex contracts, we provide clear, strategic advice to help you manage compliance, protect your interests, and achieve success in defence-related projects.
Our goal is to support businesses through the entire procurement process, from contract review and negotiation to compliance with export controls and public tender regulations. With our deep understanding of the military environment and the legal landscape, we help you secure the best possible outcomes in the Danish defence market.
Our Services in Military and Defence Industry
Public procurement: Legal assistance navigating EU and Danish procurement processes, including public tenders and major defence contracts.
Contract negotiation and review: Reviewing and drafting contracts related to military procurement, supplies, and technology agreements.
Compliance and regulatory advice: Ensuring compliance with export controls, sanctions, and foreign investment regulations.
Defence technology and intellectual property: Protecting IP rights for suppliers of defence technologies, including development and maintenance agreements.
Joint ventures: Advising on the formation of partnerships, consortiums, and special purpose vehicles (SPVs) for defence projects.
Military equipment sales: Assisting suppliers in contracting, sales agreements, and regulatory compliance for the sale of military equipment and materials.
Dispute resolution: Offering negotiation, mediation, and litigation support for defence-related disputes, including issues with contracts, procurement, and government bodies.
Employment Law
At Actus Law, we provide strategic advice to businesses navigating the complexities of Danish employment law. Whether you are managing day-to-day HR issues, handling employee disputes, or ensuring compliance with local labor regulations, we are here to help you make informed decisions that align with both legal requirements and your business goals.
Employment law in Denmark can be challenging, especially for international businesses unfamiliar with the local regulations. Our approach is focused on practical, solution-oriented advice, ensuring that your business remains compliant while fostering positive employee relationships. We also assist with dispute resolution and offer preventive legal guidance to minimize risks and avoid conflicts before they arise.
Our Services in Employment Law
Employment contracts: Drafting and reviewing employment contracts for all types of employees, including executives and senior management.
Employee disputes: Advising on and handling disputes related to dismissals, discrimination, unfair treatment, and other employee issues.
Non-competition or non-solicitation clauses: Drafting and reviewing non-compete agreements, non-solicitation clauses, and other restrictive covenants.
Incentive schemes: Providing advice on employee incentive programs, including stock options and other performance-based schemes.
Workplace policies: Assisting with the creation and implementation of staff policies to ensure compliance with Danish labor laws.
Reorganization and layoffs: Guiding businesses through reorganizations, collective dismissals, and restructuring in compliance with Danish labor laws.
Employment compliance: Ensuring your business meets all legal obligations under Danish employment law, including health and safety, pension schemes, and equal treatment regulations.
Foreign labor and secondments: Advising on foreign employees working in Denmark, secondments, and cross-border employment issues.
Employee rights in insolvency: Advising on employee claims and legal considerations in the event of a business insolvency.
Dispute resolution: Offering legal support for dispute resolution, including mediation, arbitration, and litigation before Danish courts.
Insurance
At Actus Law, we provide comprehensive legal advice to businesses and individuals in the insurance sector, whether you are an insurer, reinsurer, or an insurance customer. Our expertise covers the full range of insurance-related matters, from regulatory compliance and policy drafting to claims management and dispute resolution.
Navigating the complexities of insurance law requires a deep understanding of both the legal landscape and the practical realities of the industry. Whether you're looking to ensure compliance, resolve a dispute, or secure the best terms for your insurance policy, we offer clear and actionable advice to help you achieve your goals.
Our Services in Insurance
Insurance regulatory compliance: Providing guidance on Danish and EU regulations for both insurers and clients, ensuring compliance with local and international insurance laws.
Policy drafting: Assisting insurers in drafting insurance policies and terms, including professional indemnity, property, and liability insurance.
Insurance claims: Offering legal support for both insurers and insured clients in claims management, coverage disputes, and defence against claims.
Dispute resolution: Representing clients in litigation and arbitration concerning insurance claims, disputes over coverage, and liability issues.
D&O and liability insurance: Providing legal advice on Directors & Officers (D&O) insurance, professional indemnity, and employers’ liability insurance.
Cross-border insurance issues: Assisting in the establishment of insurance businesses in Denmark, advising on cross-border transactions, master policy programmes, co-insurance and shared risk solutions.
Product liability: Advising on product liability insurance and representing both insurers and customers in product-related claims.
Claims recourse: Representing both sides in recourse claims related to insurance coverage and claims settlement.
P&I, H&M, and marine insurance: Providing expertise in marine insurance, including Protection & Indemnity (P&I) and Hull & Machinery (H&M) policies.