Hans is a partner in Plesner's Tax team. He is the only Danish tax attorney rated a "Senior Statesman" by Chambers and selected for the Hall of Fame by Legal 500, and his expertise is unparalleled. His unique track record includes conducting the largest and most complex tax cases, often serving as test cases that lead to significant legal and administrative reforms.

With over four decades of experience at Plesner, Hans advises both Danish and international businesses, helping them navigate through intricate tax disputes and regulatory challenges. His work frequently involves high-stakes transfer pricing cases, "beneficial owner" disputes concerning withholding taxes, and issues related to foreign loss deduction rights.

Hans has played a pivotal role in shaping tax law in Denmark. He has chaired the Danish branch of the International Fiscal Association (IFA) and he served as President of the IFA 2013 Congress in Copenhagen. His contributions to the field have been recognised with prestigious awards such as the Karnov Prize and the Christrup Prize, highlighting his exceptional achievements in tax litigation.

Clients and peers alike praise Hans for his deep commercial understanding, clear communication, and ability to simplify complex tax issues.

At Plesner, Hans continues to drive exceptional results, making a significant impact on the legal landscape and delivering value to clients through his unmatched expertise and dedication.

Bar Admissions
Danish Association of Experienced Supreme Court Litigators

Danish Fiscal Association

International Fiscal Association

Danmarks Skatteadvokater (a Danish lawyers' tax law association) 

Danish Association for Corporate Law

Education
1984 Admitted to the Supreme Court1979 Admitted to the bar1976 Master of Laws, University of Copenhagen

Professional Activities and Experience
Accolades

• 2016 Chambers Europe
• 2012 World Tax
• 2012 Chambers Europe
• 2011 Legal 500
• 2010 Chambers Europe
• 2014 Chambers Global

The Danish National Report to the IFA 2000 Munich Congress on "Tax treatment of hybrid financial instruments in cross-border transactions"

"Det store hykleri - om "beneficial owner" sagerne" (The great hypocrisy - the "beneficial owner" cases) Magnus Online, Article of the Month, June 2011.

Various articles, mainly about tax and duty related topics