Christoffer Thalin

Partner

Christoffer Thalin specialises within energy and infrastructure related M&A and co-heads Vinge’s energy and infrastructure practice. He mainly assists international and domestic investors in Swedish renewable energy projects, but frequently also financiers and developers within the same area and within infrastructure in general. Christoffer Thalin is ranked among Sweden’s leading lawyers within Energy by Chambers and Partners Europe, IFRL and Legal 500.

Mentions

Christoffer Thalin is always calm, detailed and holistic in his negotiations and proposals for our legal matters. He has detailed knowledge of each contract.” Chambers & Partners 2024

“He is our main contact at Vinge. We have done many deals with him and he is very knowledgeable in terms of both legal expertise and the energy industry.” Chambers & Partners 2024

"Christoffer Thalin deserves extra special positive attention. He has answered after ordinary business hours and supported in what has sometimes been very hectic times, whilst still remaining calm and level-headed." "Christoffer has faced the transaction with strong determination in order to reach the best result for us." Christoffer Thalin has notable expertise in renewable energy sector mandates. He stands out for his extensive experience in handling a range of transactional mandates and in the development of renewable energy projects. Chambers & Partners 2023

Co-chairing the firm's energy group, Christoffer Thalin has notable expertise in renewable energy sector mandates. He stands out for his extensive experience in handling a range of transactional mandates and in the development of renewable energy projects. Chambers & Partners 2022

‘Christoffer Thalin has a deep knowledge of the energy industry. He is able to guide the client through complex negotiations and to focus on the most important criticalities.’ Legal 500 2022

Co-chairing the firm's energy group, Christoffer Thalin has notable expertise in renewables. He stands out for his extensive experience handling a range of transactional mandates, including M&A and project financing. One client describes him as "one of the most reliable lawyers," further praising: "He is an experienced lawyer in construction and technical agreements in the area of energy." Chambers & Partners 2021

Christoffer Thalin is ranked as a Leading individual in Legal 500 2021, 2020

Christoffer Thalin is an outstanding individual in terms of energy project expertise. Good negotiation skills, well educated, charismatic and solutions oriented.‘ - Legal 500 2020

Christoffer Thalin offers valuable expertise in transactional and regulatory mandates. He often acts for infrastructure funds on the acquisition of distribution system operators. He is also knowledgeable in the financing and development of wind farm projects, including permitting and land rights issues. Clients describe him as "one of our favourite practitioners in Sweden: immensely talented, fun to work with and draws on a wealth of experience."  - Chambers & Partners 2020

Christoffer Thalin is ranked as Highly regarded at IFLR 1000 2019

Christoffer Thalin is best recognised for his expertise on renewable energy, with particular strength advising on wind farm issues. Interviewees characterise him as a skilled practitioner who gives “fast responses and full attention during the process.” - Chambers & Partners 2018

Christoffer Thalin is a growing presence on the Swedish wind energy market. He specialises in advising on the supply, erection, service and maintenance of renewable power plants. Clients appreciate the depth of his knowledge in the sector: "I was impressed by him in negotiations. I think while relatively young he was very experienced and very strong in getting his main points across and negotiating." - Chambers & Partners 2017

In Malmö, leading lawyer Christoffer Thalin practices corporate and M&A matters in energy - IFLR 1000 2016

New partner Christopher Thalin has extensive experience with wind turbine construction, operation and supply agreements on both a domestic and international level. Market sources describe him as "highly competent and focused on energy work." - Chambers & Partners 2016

Christopher Thalin has a solid background in wind farm operation and the acquisition and divestiture of greenfield sites. Sources appreciate his "specialist knowledge, experience and understanding of the issues." - Chambers & Partners 2015

Christopher Thalin stands out especially for his expertise in wind turbine supply and service agreements. Sources describe him as "terribly good." - Chambers & Partners 2014

In Malmö, leading lawyer Christoffer Thalin practices corporate and M&A matters in energy - IFLR 1000 2014

   

Business Sectors

Speciality

Education

  • University of Lund (LL M, 2003)
  • McGill University, Montreal, Kanada, 2001-2002

Experience

  • Vinge 2010 -
  • Vestas Northern Europe AB, legal advisor 2008 -2010
  • Vinge 2003 – 2008
  • Service at Swedish Courts (2003)

Awards

Mandates

Mandate September 03, 2024

Vinge advises Ingrid Capacity in its partnership with SEB Nordic Energy’s portfolio company Locus Energy

Vinge has advised Ingrid Capacity in connection with the entering into a strategic partnership with…

Mandate May 13, 2024

Vinge advises EQT Infrastructure VI on its public offer for OX2

EQT Infrastructure VI, through its indirectly owned subsidiary Otello BidCo AB, announces a recommen…

Mandate March 14, 2023

Vinge advises Anglo American in connection with investment in the Dannemora mine

Vinge has, together with Norton Rose Fulbright, advised Anglo American Limited in connection with en…

Mandate November 28, 2022

Vinge advises Polhem Infra in conjunction with the signing of a framework agreement with Solkompaniet regarding solar power farms

Vinge has advised Polhem Infra in connection with the signing a framework agreement with Solkompanie…

Mandate January 01, 2021

Vinge advised Nordion Energi AB in connection with its acquisition of all shares in Falbygden Energi AB

Vinge is advising Nordion Energi AB in connection with its acquisition of all shares in Falbygden En…

Mandate February 28, 2020

Vinge advises Equitix in connection with its acquisition of Brotorp wind park

Vinge has advised Equitix in conjunction with the acquisition of all shares in Brotorp Power AB, whi…

Mandate February 10, 2020

Vinge assist Marguerite in the acquisition and project financing of the Brännliden wind farm.

Vinge has adviced a fund administrated by Marguerite with the acquisition and project financing of t…

Mandate February 10, 2020

Vinge assist re:cap in the acquisition and project financing of the Bröcklingeberget wind farm

Vinge has adviced a fund administrated by re:cap global investors AG with the acquisition and projec…

Mandate February 07, 2020

Vinge assist KGAL in the acquisition and project financing of the Bäckhammar wind farm

Vinge has adviced a fund administrated by KGAL Investment Management GmbH & Co. KG with the acquisit…

Mandate September 09, 2019

Vinge acts for SUSI Partners on its acquisition of the Lyngsåsa wind park

Vinge has acted for SUSI Partners, manager of the SUSI Renewable Energy Fund II, in connection with…

Mandate November 26, 2018

Blackrock has acquired the wind farm Enviksberget

Vinge has assisted Blackrock in its acquisition of the wind farm Enviksberget in Dalarna from Arise…

Mandate April 27, 2018

Vinge advises First State Investments on acquisition of E.ON Gas Sverige AB.

Vinge has advised European Diversified Infrastructure Fund II ("EDIF II"), an infrastructure fund ma…

Mandate July 31, 2017

Vinge represents the sellers in connection with the sale of Exensor Security International AB

Vinge represents Verdane NVP II SPV K/S, Marginalen Group AB, Erland von Hofsten Advokat AB and an a…

Mandate June 30, 2017

Vinge advises a fund administered by BlackRock

Vinge has advised a fund administered by BlackRock in conjunction with the acquisition of a wind far…

News

Vinge top ranked in 12 practice areas in Chambers & Partners Europe Guide 2024
News March 14, 2024

Vinge top ranked in 12 practice areas in Chambers & Partners Europe Guide 2024

Thank you to all our clients who provided important feedback in connection with Chambers & Partners'…

Vinge top-ranked by Chambers & Partners within ten practice areas
News March 19, 2021

Vinge top-ranked by Chambers & Partners within ten practice areas

Vinge would like to thank all the clients who have contributed with their time through the interview…

Vinge tops IFLR’s rankings
News November 08, 2018

Vinge tops IFLR’s rankings

Vinge has distinguished itself this year once again in the IFLR’s “Guide to the World’s Leading Fina…

THREE NEW PARTNERS ELECTED AT VINGE IN SKÅNE
Press Release April 22, 2015

THREE NEW PARTNERS ELECTED AT VINGE IN SKÅNE

Advokat Anna Edström, advokat Christoffer Thalin and advokat Kristian Ford all of whom work at Vinge…