
About
Jesper Fabricius is a partner in Accura's EU & Competition Team.
Jesper advises domestic and international clients on all matters relating to merger control, anti-competitive agreements and abuse of a dominant position. He also advises on Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) in Denmark according to the Danish Investment Screening Act. He is a leading Danish expert in EU rules on public procurement and public-private cooperation. Further, Jesper advises on marketing law and administrative law.
Practice area
Selected legal guide quotes
Jesper Fabricius is inducted to The Hall of Fame.
EU & Competition - The Legal 500 Hall of FameLauded as "a leading figure in public procurement," Jesper Fabricius is well respected for his depth of expertise in this area. He additionally handles competition law as well as IP issues. Sources observe that he is "smart and commercially focused."
Competition/European Law - Chambers & Partners"He is the best procurement lawyer; he is extremely competent and has a great overview. He also has a very creative approach to problem solving which is sustainable, practical and economical. He is available and responsive at all times, and very good at communicating."
Competition/European Law - Chambers & PartnersLegal guide archive
Jesper Fabricius is a leading presence who advises on public tender processes, contractual issues and merger clearance matters, as well as contentious mandates. "Jesper Fabricius actively contributes to our strategic priorities in the public market and is seen as a trusted adviser for our company," reports one source.
Competition/European Law - Chambers & PartnersRecognised as Global Elite Thought Leader - Government Contracts
Who's Who LegalJesper Fabricius is listed as a Leading Lawyer.
EU, Competition and public procurement - Legal 500"We rely heavily on Jesper Fabricius in our legal affairs and most critical business issues. He is seen as our trusted adviser, and in cases outside his SME field, we rely solely on his recommendations for other advisors in Accura. To be honest; we do not seek for alternative guidance, because we do not need it. Why is that? Jesper is unique in his knowledge. He has a huge knowledge of public procurement and other relevant industry insights, which is important in our choice of adviser. His respect and credible “personal brand” resolve many conflicts before they become a real conflict."
EU, Competition and public procurement - Legal 500"Jesper Fabricius is a front-runner within public procurement, but his commercial insights makes him stand even more out. For that reason Jesper is often brought into critical decision making earlier than normal legal guidance – which makes him an important part of the companies external stakeholders."
EU, Competition and public procurement - Legal 500Jesper Fabricius advises on public tender processes, contractual issues and merger clearance matters, as well as contentious mandates. A client says that "he is the country's leading lawyer in his field," adding that "his knowledge is extremely extensive, and his commercial insights into public partnerships are indispensable to our business."
Competition/European Law - Chambers & Partners‘Jesper Fabricius is one of the best in the class and the one people seek for advice regarding the public sector. He knows all relevant cases.’
EU & Competition - Legal 500Jesper Fabricius is listed as a Leading Lawyer (highly regarded).
Energy & Infrastructure/Project Development - IFLR1000Jesper Fabricius is inducted to the Hall of Fame. The Legal 500 Hall of Fame highlights individuals who have received constant praise by their clients for continued excellence. The Hall of Fame will highlight, to clients, the law firm partners who are at the pinnacle of the profession. The criteria for entry is to have been recognised by The Legal 500 as one of the elite leading lawyers for seven consecutive years.
The Legal 500 Hall of FameFabricius has a broad knowledge of competition issues and has a very assertive personality.
EU & Competition - Legal 500Practice leader Jesper Fabricius heads up the group and has experience in merger control issues, market dominance work and anti-competitive agreement litigation.
EU & Competition - Legal 500Jesper Fabricius advises on public tender processes, contractual issues and merger control matters, as well as investigations and criminal proceedings. Clients praise him for his "understanding of the complexities of the area."
Competition/European Law - Chambers & PartnersJesper Fabricius is listed as a Leading Lawyer (highly regarded).
Energy & Infrastructure/Project Development - IFLR1000Jesper Fabricius leads the practice and is an expert in merger control work.
EU & Competition - Legal 500Lauded as "a leading figure in public procurement," Jesper Fabricius is well respected for his depth of expertise in this area. He additionally handles competition law as well as IP issues. Sources observe that he is "smart and commercially focused."
Competition/European Law - Chambers & Partners"Eminent department lead."
EU & Competition - Legal 500Jesper Fabricius is "very effective" and "extremely gifted with the technical knowledge of public tenders," demonstrating "a clear commercial awareness."
Competition/European Law - Chambers & Partners"Creative and solution-oriented."
EU & Competition - Legal 500Jesper Fabricius is listed as a Leading Individual.
EU & Competition - Legal 500"He is the best procurement lawyer; he is extremely competent and has a great overview. He also has a very creative approach to problem solving which is sustainable, practical and economical. He is available and responsive at all times, and very good at communicating."
Competition/European Law - Chambers & PartnersJesper Fabricius is listed as a Leading Lawyer (highly regarded).
Energy & Infrastructure/Project Development - IFLR1000Tier 1 rated lawyer.
Competition/European Law - Chambers & Partners"Very strong in competition and procurement law."
Competition/European Law - Chambers & PartnersJesper Fabricius is listed as a Leading Individual.
EU & Competition - Legal 500Tier 1 rated lawyer.
Competition/European Law - Chambers & Partners"Jesper Fabricius is particularly recommended for his extensive expertise on public procurement law."
Competition/European Law - Chambers & PartnersJesper Fabricius is listed as a Leading Individual.
EU & Competition - Legal 500"Committed, enthusiastic."
EU & Competition - Legal 500Department head Jesper Fabricius has an excellent reputation for competition and public procurement.
Competition/European Law - Chambers & PartnersJesper Fabricius is recognised for his "solid, pragmatic" advice.
Competition/European Law - Chambers & PartnersJesper Fabricius is "a top expert who dares to challenge the rules."
EU & Competition - Legal 500"Well regarded for his comprehensive knowledge of public procurement questions."
Competition/European Law - Chambers & Partners"He has a remarkable knowledge and memory of every little detail. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs legal advice with EU tender, bids or procurement."
Competition/European Law - Chambers & Partners"Jesper Fabricius knows exactly what he's doing - you always feel safe when he's handling things."
Competition/European Law - Chambers & Partners"The group's knowledge of tenders is excellent and no firm can do a better job in this area."
Competition/European Law - Chambers & PartnersExperience And Education
Teaching and publications
Editor of the “Offentlige udbud” (public procurement) website, Karnov Group (since 2010)
The chapter on the Danish merger control rules in The International Comparative Legal Guide to: Merger Control 2020, Global Legal Group Ltd. London
The chapter on the Danish rules in The International Comparative Legal Guide to: Competition Litigation 2020, Global Legal Group Ltd. London
The chapter “Udbudsretlige principper” (public procurement law principles), published in Udbudsretten (public procurement law) (ed. Steen Treumer), Ex Tuto, 1st edition
“Offentlige indkøb i praksis” (public procurement in practice), Karnov Group, 4th edition (and previous editions)
“Den nye udbudslov” (the new Danish Public Procurement Act), published in the Danish trade journal Erhvervsjuridisk Tidsskrift
The chapter “Udbudslovsudvalgets arbejde” (the work of the committee on public procurement), published in Udbudsretten (public procurement law) (ed. Steen Treumer), Ex Tuto, 1st edition
Chairman of the Danish Association for Procurement
Member of the Danish Government’s Committee on Public Procurement
Co-author of “EU’s udbudsregler i praksis” (EU’s public procurement rules in practice), together with René Offersen, Forlaget Thomson, 2nd edition (and previous editions)
Jesper is also the author of several other articles and books on EU law, company law, intellectual property law, etc.