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Top Law Firms Advise on Key Fintech Deals in Sweden

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Recent analysis highlights the expertise of top law firms in Sweden’s fintech sector, including Hannes Snellman, Harvest Advokatbyrå, Roschier, and Synch Advokat AB. These firms have played a crucial role in advising clients on regulatory issues, licence applications, and complex transactions.

Leading Firms in Fintech Advisory Services

Hannes Snellman Leads the Way

Hannes Snellman’s IP and tech team, led by Elisabeth Vestin, has been particularly active in the fintech space. The firm advised Qred Bank AB on its successful application to become a licensed bank.

  • Expertise: cloud procurements, regulatory issues, and fintech mandates

Harvest Advokatbyrå Offers Holistic Approach

Harvest Advokatbyrå’s fintech team, co-led by Amin Bell and Anna Cumzelius, offers a comprehensive approach to fintech advisory services. The firm advises on:

  • Regulatory matters: compliance issues, internal audits, licence application procedures, and sustainability work

Roschier’s Fintech Team Offers International Expertise

Roschier’s fintech team, led by Niklas Eriksson, has extensive experience advising major international companies on transactional, regulatory, and contentious matters. The firm is particularly known for its expertise in e-commerce and payment services issues.

  • Notable clients: PayPal

Synch Advokat AB Focuses on Regulatory Matters

Synch Advokat AB’s fintech team, jointly led by Oskar Arndt and Johan Ragnar, handles regulatory matters, including licence applications made to the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority. The firm also advises on transactional matters such as seed fundings, share issuances, financings, and M&A work.

Notable Clients and Work Highlights

  • Hannes Snellman:
    • Advised CredPoint AB on setting up and launching its innovative credit information services
    • Advised Fundler on outsourcing its Capital Markets System and related services
  • Harvest Advokatbyrå:
    • Provided legal and regulatory advice to Freetrade Europa in relation to starting up the Swedish business
    • Assisted Kameo ApS with complex AML/CTF matters
  • Roschier:
    • Acted as legal counsel to Swedbank on an amendment and restatement of a SEK8.2bn facility agreement for Bankomat AB
    • Advised DBT Capital AB on the amendment and restatement of its EU/UK Securitisation Regulation compliant warehouse facility

These law firms have demonstrated their expertise in advising clients on complex fintech-related matters, and are well-positioned to continue playing a key role in Sweden’s rapidly evolving fintech landscape.