Niels is a partner in the Technology & Outsourcing team and is responsible for our advisory services within IT, telecom, technology, and outsourcing. His responsibilities include drafting and negotiating contracts, providing regulatory advice, and handling disputes in the field.

Throughout his career, Niels has worked in various legal areas, including corporate law and board work. He has broad experience, which he uses to handle complex cases efficiently and professionally.

Niels is a certified IT attorney who previously served as the board chairman of Danske IT-Advokater. He has also focused on LegalTech and AI and authored the book "Robots Entering the Legal Profession," published in March 2019. Niels is a sought-after speaker and lecturer on AI.

Additionally, Niels is a member of the board of Den Frie Kunstudstilling and chairman of the board of Lægernes Pensionsinvestering, as well as a board member of Kapitalforeningen Lægernes Invest.

Teamwork is a cornerstone of Niels' work. He values collaboration and actively contributes to strengthening the team so that they can together deliver the best solutions for their clients.

Plesner's Technology & Outsourcing team assists both clients and suppliers in IT and technology projects across sectors, with particular expertise in complex projects and new technology.

Education
2003-2004 Temporarily appointed a High Court judge, the Eastern Division of the Danish High Court 1999-2003 External lecturer, University of Copenhagen 2000 Admitted to the Danish High Court 1999 Posting, the legal department of LEGO 1999 Admitted to the bar1996 Master of Laws, University of Copenhagen

Professional Activities and Experience
Accolades

• 2022 Legal 500
• 2022 Chambers Europe
• 2021 Legal 500
• 2021 Chambers Europe
• 2020 Legal 500
• 2020 Chambers Europe
• 2019 Legal 500
• 2019 Chambers Europe
• 2018 Legal 500 Hall of Fame
• 2018 Legal 500
• 2018 Chambers Europe
• 2017 Whoswho
• 2017 Chambers Europe
• 2017 Legal 500
• 2016 Chambers Europe
• 2016 Legal 500
• 2016 Whoswho
• 2015 Chambers Europe
• 2015 Legal 500
• 2014 Chambers Europe
• 2014 Legal 500
• 2013 Legal 500

"Tabsopgørelsen i erstatningssager vedrørende inkonverterbare lån" (Assessment of loss in actions for damages in connection with non-convertible loans), UfR 1999 B.187

"Computer and Telecommunications Law Review", December 1997

"Den sidste udvej" (Last resort), Juristen, no. 3, 1997

"Legalitet og legitimitet i retssystemet" (Legality and lawfulness in the legal system), Juristen, no. 7, 1996