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2 May 20242 minute read

Magnus Oskarsson named new managing partner at DLA Piper in Sweden

DLA Piper has appointed Magnus Oskarsson as the new Country Managing Partner for DLA Piper in Sweden, effective 1 May 2024.

Magnus has been with DLA Piper since 2008. He mainly focuses on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and capital raising. He’s well versed in the fintech sector and has realized multifaceted company growth in the global business community.

Magnus Oskarsson, says: “I'm proud and happy to have been entrusted with leading DLA Piper's operations in Sweden. As a partner, this is the strongest vote of confidence you can receive from your colleagues. My ambition is to continue strengthening our position as a forward-looking business law firm and a top destination for our people and clients.”

Emma Norburg, Chair of the Board of Directors at DLA Piper in Sweden, says: "We firmly believe that Magnus has the essential skills and values to guide DLA Piper towards a prosperous future. For DLA Piper in Sweden this includes further growth by deepening innovation."

Magnus succeeds Peter Näslund, who continues as a partner in the firm. Peter's leadership over the last seven years has helped the firm grow from a medium-sized firm to the leading global law firm in Sweden, with almost 250 employees. The firm has become a top tier law firm, completing the most corporate transactions in the Nordics, according to Mergermarket.

Peter Näslund, says: “It has been an honour to lead DLA Piper in Sweden for the last seven years. With this change in leadership, I’m pleased to hand over the responsibility to Magnus. As a capable member of the team with a long history at DLA Piper, Magnus is well placed to help the firm realise its ambitions and growth strategies.”