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Peter Østergaard Nielsen

Partner, attorney-at-law

+45 3945 0124

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Background

Peter has been involved in the most cutting-edge offshore wind developments both in Europe and globally.

Peter has previously acted as in-house legal counsel in the early stages of the development of the offshore wind industry and has an impeccable knowledge of both the developer and the supplier side of projects.

Peter is known and recognised globally for his improvement of risk-sharing models, optimisation of wind-farm operating processes and supplier interfaces, split of technical risks, "up-side sharing" mechanisms, and mechanisms for the protection against the impact of new technology and models that support structures in support regimes.

Practice Area

Renewable Energy

Selected legal guide quotes

"An industry leader and manages his team very well. Very responsive and a great problem solver."

Energy & Infrastructure - IFLR1000

‘Peter Østergaard Nielsen is very focused and always approachable. His knowledge in his field makes him a stand out player in the market.’

Energy - Legal 500

‘Peter Østergaard Nielsen is especially strong due to a deep understanding of the underlying renewable energy projects and market conditions, which is very important when structuring, procuring, and financing large and complex projects. Especially on the supply contracts side, he has the strongest and broadest experience in the market and outstanding capabilities in finding and structuring commercial solutions.’

Energy - Legal 500

Legal guide archive

2024

"Peter Østergaard Nielsen is very good at finding commercial solutions and structuring them in a legal manner."

Energy - Chambers & Partners

"Peter is a great counsel for the client."

Energy - Chambers & Partners

‘Peter Østergaard Nielsen is especially strong due to a deep understanding of the underlying renewable energy projects and market conditions, which is very important when structuring, procuring, and financing large and complex projects. Especially on the supply contracts side, he has the strongest and broadest experience in the market and outstanding capabilities in finding and structuring commercial solutions.’

Energy - Legal 500

Peter Østergaard Nielsen has notable experience in drafting and negotiating contracts and frameworks for offshore wind projects and renewable developments.

Energy - Legal 500
2023

‘Peter Østergaard Nielsen is very focused and always approachable. His knowledge in his field makes him a stand out player in the market.’

Energy - Legal 500

Peter Østergaard Nielsen has over 10 years’ experience in the drafting and negotiation of key contracts for international offshore wind projects

Energy - Legal 500
2022

Key contacts include Peter Østergaard Nielsen, who head different aspects of the department's work.

Public Law - Chambers & Partners

Experience and education

2022
Partner, Accura
2016
Partner, Bech-Bruun
2013
Partner, Moalem Weitemeyer Bendtsen
2009
Head of Legal Sourcing & Strategic Contracts, DONG Energy
2008
LLM, University of Sydney
2006
Attorney-at-law, Plesner
2004
Assistant attorney, Bech-Bruun
2004
Master of Laws, the University of Copenhagen

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