Together we have more than a century of experience within commercial disputes

Background

Advokatbyrån Wallin & Partners (2018–)
Hannes Snellman Attorneys (2011–2018)
Stockholm University, Lecturer, Commercial litigation (2015–2019)
Gothenburg District Court, Law clerk (2009–2011)
Lund University, jur. kand. (LL.M.) (2009)

Practice and Experience

Anna has significant experience of domestic litigation and national and international arbitration. Her experience includes disputes in a wide range of sectors, including construction, energy, post-M&A and national and international sales contracts. She has represented large Swedish and international corporations in legally and technically complex disputes, both as lead counsel and co-counsel in teams involving other national and international law firms.

Anna has been a regular guest lecturer at Stockholm University Faculty of Law, teaching commercial litigation and procedural law, and regularly speaks at seminars and conferences.

Rankings

“Anna Sundquist is super professional towards clients and counterparties and stands out while performing in court. She has deep knowledge in dispute resolving matters and is very good at capturing the core issues in a case.” Legal 500 – Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA)

Memberships

Swedish Bar Association
Young Arbitrators Sweden (YAS)
The Swedish Arbitration Association (SAA)

Languages

Swedish (Native or bilingual proficiency)
English (Full professional proficiency)

Background

Advokatbyrån Wallin & Partners (2022–)
Svea Court of Appeal, Associate Judge (2020–2022)
Solna District Court, Junior Judge (2018–2020)
Svea Court of Appeal, Administrative Junior Judge (2017–2018)
Södertälje District Court, Junior Judge (2017)
Svea Court of Appeal, Legal Clerk (2016–2017)
Solna District Court, Law clerk (2014–2016)
Lund University, jur. kand. (LL.M.) (2014)
University of Westminster (2011–2012)

Practice and Experience

Anna has previous experience of commercial disputes from acting as a judge in Svea Court of Appeal and Solna District Court. Anna joined Wallin & Partners in the beginning of 2022 and represents clients both in arbitration and litigation procedures.

Memberships

Young Arbitrators Sweden (YAS)

Languages

Swedish (Native or bilingual proficiency)
English (Full professional proficiency)

Background

Advokatbyrån Wallin & Partners (2020-)
Barn- och elevombudet, Skolinspektionen (2017-2019)
Frank Advokatbyrå (2016)
Södertörn District Court (2014-2016)
Mannheimer Swartling Advokatbyrå (2014)
Uppsala universitet, jur. kand. (2014)

Practice and Experience

Lukas joined Wallin & Partners in 2020. Lukas has experience in commercial litigation and arbitration and in public sector litigation. He has also worked as a law clerk at Södertörn District Court. He has experience as counsel in both smaller and larger commercial disputes, including large scale construction disputes and investment disputes.

Memberships

Swedish Bar Association
Young Arbitrators Sweden (YAS)
Swedish Arbitration Association (SAA)

Languages

Swedish (Native or bilingual proficiency)
English (Full professional proficiency)

Background

Advokatbyrån Wallin & Partners AB (2020-)
Grand Hotel Saltsjöbaden (2018-2020)
Handelshuset i Saltsjöbaden (2017-2018)
Ljunggren (2017)
Restaurang Herrbadet (2016-2017)

Background

Advokatbyrån Wallin & Partners (2018–)
Hannes Snellman Advokatbyrå (2008–2018)
Linklaters (2001–2008)
Lagerlöf & Leman (1999–2001)
Svea Court of Appeal, Deputy Administrative
Director (1998–1999)
District Court of Stockholm, Fiscal (1995–1997)
Stockholm University, Lecturer, Commercial
litigation (1995–2008)
Svea Court of Appeal, Junior Judge (1994–1995)
District Court of Östersund, Law clerk (1992 – 1994)
Stockholm University, Jur. kand. (LL.M.) (1992)

Practice and Experience

Martin has extensive experience of dispute resolution in both Swedish courts as well as domestic and international arbitration. He has successfully represented Swedish and foreign companies in large complex construction and M&A disputes and acts as counsel for states in relation to several investment disputes as well as challenge proceedings. In addition, Martin has won no less than 5 cases in the Swedish Supreme Court and has represented clients in the European Court of Justice. He frequently serves as chairman, sole arbitrator and party appointed arbitrator under the SCC Rules, the ICC Rules and ad hoc administered arbitration proceedings. During more than ten years Martin has been giving lectures on procedural law at the Stockholm University.

Publications

Editor, International Arbitration in Sweden. A Practitioner's Guide, Kluwer Law International, 2013

Rankings

Chambers

"Wallin acts with great seniority, is always clear in his advice and tactics and always finds time for discussions to ensure the case moved forward." Dispute Resolution and Most in Demand Arbitrators, Chambers Global and Chambers Europe, 2022

”Martin Wallin of Wallin & Partners acts as both litigator and arbitrator. He is renowned on the market for his international experience, and frequently acts on construction litigation”.', Chambers Global Guide 2019.

”Martin Wallin established Wallin & Partners in 2018. He is experienced acting as both counsel in arbitration and on challenges to arbitral awards, with a strong focus on the construction and energy sectors. He is described as a "good team leader who gets the best out of people" and is valued for his calm and authoritative approach.”, Chambers Europe, 2019

The "absolutely excellent" Martin Wallin is considered by sources to be "extremely good in the main hearing, and his work on strategy and how to structure the case is also a big strong point." He is highly respected for his extensive experience both as arbitrator and as a litigator for Swedish and foreign companies in complex commercial disputes'., Dispute Resolution, Chambers Europe 2017 and 2019.

'Head of department Martin Wallin is a "well-respected domestic disputes lawyer," according to sources. He has extensive experience of construction, M&A and energy disputes, and is also on the board of the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce's Arbitration Institute.', Dispute Resolution, Chambers Global 2016 and Chambers Europe 2016.

'Highly regarded department head Martin Wallin provides clients with "strong strategic views and a thorough understanding of the client's position and targets." [...] "He is a standout practitioner on the market." He is highlighted for his excellent arbitration practice, acting as both arbitrator and counsel.', Dispute Resolution, Chambers Global 2015 and Chambers Europe 2015.

Legal 500

”Martin Wallin is a great team leader and obviously a strong expert in arbitration and litigation. He is hands-on and does not simply ship the matter off to junior team members, which is particularly appreciated. He is up to speed with the case and is an active member of the team. He is clearly well-experienced both in terms of case handling and team management.” Legal 500 – Europe, Middle East & Africa, 2022

“Martin Wallin is very experienced and capable. He has a smooth and non-confrontative approach to dispute resolution, that is very efficient.”, The Legal 500 – Europe, Middle East & Africa, 2021

“Martin Wallin has a very good sense of capturing the essentials in a case and gives clear advice in difficult matters. He is steady as a rock while performing in court!”, The Legal 500 – Europe, Middle East & Africa, 2021

Leading individual, Dispute Resolution, Legal 500, 2016 and 2017.

Memberships and Positions of Trust

Swedish Bar Association
Swedish Law Journal, Board Member (2017-)
Swedish Bar Association, Board Member (2011-2017)
Arbitration Institute of the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce, Board Member (2008-2014)

Languages

Swedish (Native or bilingual proficiency)
English (Full professional proficiency)

Background

Wallin & Partners (2019–)
Ministry of Justice, Legal Advisor (2017–2019)
Svea Court of Appeal, Associate Judge (2016–2017)
Stockholm District Court, Junior Judge (2015–2016)
Södertörn District Court, Junior Judge (2014–2015)
Svea Court of Appeal, Legal Clerk (2013–2014)
Stockholm District Court, Law Clerk (2011–2013)
Stockholm University, jur.kand. (LL.M.) (2010)

Practice and Experience

André has experience of large commercial disputes both from acting as a counsel and as a judge in Svea Court of Appeal (Svea hovrätt) and Stockholm District Court (Stockholms tingsrätt). André also serviced for several years as a legal adviser to the Swedish Ministry of Justice, primarily specialized in corporate law and the protection of trade secrets. Since 2019, André represents clients at Wallin & Partners in arbitration and litigation procedures, most commonly in construction and contract law disputes as well as proceedings regarding the setting aside of arbitral awards.

Memberships

Swedish Bar Association
Young arbitrators Sweden (YAS)
The Swedish Arbitration Association (SAA)

Languages

Swedish (Native or bilingual proficiency)
English (Full professional proficiency)

Background

Wallin & Partners, Senior associate (2018-)
Wistrand Law Firm, Associate (2015-2018)
Södertörn District Court, Law Clerk (2013-2015)
Lund University, jur.kand. (LL.M.) (2013)
University of California, Berkeley – School of Law, (2011-2012)

Practice and Experience

Maria’s fields of expertise include both domestic and international commercial arbitration and litigation. In such proceedings Maria has counselled both Swedish and foreign companies in cases regarding (amongst others) company law, construction law, insurance law and IP-law.

Memberships

Swedish Bar Association
Young Arbitrators Sweden (YAS)
Swedish Women in Arbitration Network (SWAN)

Languages

Swedish (Native or bilingual proficiency)
English (Full professional proficiency)

Background

Advokatbyrån Wallin & Partners (2018–)
Södertörn District Court, Law clerk (2016-2018)
Hannes Snellman Advokatbyrå (2015–2016)
Uppsala University, jur. kand. (LL.M.) (2015)
University of Western Australia (2014)

Practice and Experience

Johanna has experience of commercial disputes both in litigation and arbitration. Her experience includes inter alia disputes concerning contract law, construction law and VAT. Johanna joined Wallin & Partners in the beginning of 2018 and has previously worked as a law clerk at Södertörns District Court and in the dispute resolution group of another Swedish law firm.

Memberships

Swedish Bar Association
Young arbitrators Sweden, (YAS)
Swedish Arbitration Association, (SAA)

Languages

Swedish (Native or bilingual proficiency)
English (Full professional proficiency)

Background

Advokatbyrån Wallin & Partners, Office Manager (2018–)
BDO Sweden, Payroll consultant (2017)
Professional college, Payroll specialist (2016–2017)
Hannes Snellman Advokatbyrå, Legal Assistant (2011–2016)

Background

Advokatbyrån Wallin & Partners (2018–)
Advokatbyrån 1901 (2013–2018)
Stockholm University, Course Director, Commercial litigation (2014–)
Hannes Snellman Advokatbyrå (2009–2013)
Attunda District Court, Law clerk (2007–2009)
Stockholm University, jur. kand. (LL.M.) (2007)

Practice and Experience

Björn has worked within the field of dispute resolution for almost 15 years and has successfully litigated a large number of cases in courts and arbitration proceedings. Before co-founding Wallin & Partners, Björn started the specialist law firm Advokatbyrån 1901, which firm did not lose a single case for almost half a decade.

Clients particularly appreciate Björn's sharpness and analytical skills, combined with his focus on efficiency and strategic litigation. Björn has extensive experience in the commercial legal field and has worked on several very large and complex litigations.

Björn is regularly engaged for his particular expertise in construction, intellectual property and contractual disputes.

Björn has for several years taught procedural law at the Stockholm University Law School, including as course director and highly regarded head teacher of the advanced course Commercial Litigation at the Master of Law programme.

Memberships

Swedish Bar Association
Swedish Arbitration Association (SAA)
Young Arbitrators Sweden (YAS)

Languages

Swedish (Native or bilingual proficiency)
English (Full professional proficiency)

Background

Wallin & Partners (2018–)
Stockholm University, Course Director and head lecturer,
Commercial Litigation (2014 - 2019)
Advokatbyrån 1901 (2013 - 2018)
Stockholm University, Lecturer, Procedural Law (2013 - 2014)
Hannes Snellman Attorneys, Stockholm (2010 - 2013)
Attunda District Court, Law clerk, (2009 - 2010)
Gernandt & Danielsson Advokatbyrå, (2007 - 2009)
Stockholm University, LL.M. (2007)

Practice and Experience

Magnus has more than 12 years of experience in successfully representing clients in court and arbitration proceedings. He has a background in general business law och has previously worked with M&A and commercial property law. Magnus has particular experience of disputes relating to M&A, construction, real estate and finance. Prior to founding Wallin & Partners, Magnus ran a small specialist law firm focusing on commercial litigation. Magnus is recognised for his winner instinct and strategic and business minded approach.

Magnus has taught procedural law at Stockholm University for several years, e.g. as course director and head lecturer for the advanced course Commercial Litigation at the Master of Law programme.

Rankings

“Martin Wallin heads up the team and is supported by Magnus Pärssinen, who has a noteworthy track record in contentious M&A proceedings”. – Dispute Resolution, Legal 500 2022

“Magnus Pärssinen adds strength in contentious M&A proceedings and contractual disputes”. – Dispute Resolution, Legal 500 2021

Memberships

Swedish Bar Association
Swedish Arbitration Association, (SAA)
Young Arbitrators Sweden (YAS)

Languages

Swedish (Native or bilingual proficiency)
English (Full professional proficiency)

Background

Advokatbyrån Wallin & Partners (2018–)
Hannes Snellman Advokatbyrå (2010–2018)
Örebro District Court (2008–2010)
Advokatfirman Cederquist (2008)
Stockholm University, jur.kand. (LL.M.) (2008)

Practice and Experience

Sanna is Managing Partner and one of the co-founders of Wallin & Partners. She advises clients at all stages of a commercial dispute and has over ten years of experience of acting as counsel before arbitral tribunals and Swedish courts. Her experience covers disputes in a wide range of areas and sectors including for example construction, real estate, and corporate disputes.

Professional Highlights

Sanna is recognized by The Legal 500 – Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), 2021 and 2022:

“Sanna Engelholm is a go-to name for damages disputes in the construction sector.”

“Sanna Engelholm has expertise in construction disputes”.

Memberships

Swedish Bar Association
Young Arbitrators Sweden (YAS)
Swedish Arbitration Association (SAA)
Swedish Women in Arbitration Network (SWAN)
Svenska Föreningen för Entreprenad- och Konsulträtt (SVEFEK), part of the European Society of Construction Law (ESCL)

Languages

Swedish (Native or bilingual proficiency)
English (Full professional proficiency)

Background

Wallin & Partners (2018–)
Arbitrator Training Program, The Arbitration Institute of the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce (SCC) and the Swedish Arbitration Association (SAA) (2021-2022)
Hannes Snellman, Stockholm, (2011–2018)
Nacka District Court (2009–2011)
Setterwalls Advokatbyrå (2009)
Uppsala University, Jur. kand. (LL.M.) (2009)
University of Leeds, Faculty of Law (2007)

Practice and Experience

Emma is one of the founding partners of Wallin & Partners. She has devoted her entire career to dispute resolution and has over ten years of experience in commercial dispute resolution in general courts as well as in Swedish and international arbitration proceedings. Emma assists and represents clients in all phases of a dispute – from early risk analysis to litigation. She is a generalist and has experience in disputes across multiple sectors and industries. She has great experience of construction disputes, real estate disputes, IT disputes and disputes concerning share purchase agreements. In 2018, Emma was successful in the Swedish Supreme Court (the court concluded that a Russian award was not enforceable in Sweden, case ref. NJA 2018 p. 291).

In addition to acting as party counsel, Emma also has experience acting as arbitrator. Emma is pragmatic and she is particularly appreciated for driving disputes forward in a goal-oriented manner.

Memberships

Swedish Bar Association
Young Arbitrators Sweden (YAS)
Swedish Arbitration Association (SAA)
Swedish Women in Arbitration Network (SWAN)
WizWomen

Position of Trust

The Swedish Bar Association’s Council, Stockholm’s Department

Languages

Swedish (Native or bilingual proficiency)
English (Full professional proficiency)

Background

Advokatbyrån Wallin & Partners (2018–)
Advokatbyrån 1901 (2016–2018)
Advokatfirman Cederquist (2009–2016)
Södertörn District Court, Law clerk (2006–2008)
Stockholm University, jur. kand. (LL.M.) (2006)

Practice and Experience

Peter has been working within the field of dispute resolution since 2006 and has extensive knowledge and experience within the field. Over the years, Peter has successfully litigated a large number of court cases and arbitration proceedings, several of which have been exceptionally extensive and complex. He is particularly requested by clients in disputes concerning advisers' and directors' liability and commercial contract and tort law. He is also regularly representing clients in disputes within the field of real estate and tenancy law. Peter is highly appreciated for his analytical skills, accuracy and strategic litigation skills.

Memberships

Swedish Bar Association
Swedish Arbitration Association (SAA)
Young Arbitrators Sweden (YAS)

Languages

Swedish (Native or bilingual proficiency)
English (Full professional proficiency)