Erik Sjöman specialises in company law, corporate governance, capital markets law and public M&A. He has several years’ of experience from takeover bids, equity offerings and other capital markets transactions and from advising listed companies and their owners in all types of capital markets and corporate law issues.
Erik Sjöman is ranked in the field of capital markets law by leading ranking institutes, such as Chambers, IFLR1000 and Legal 500. He has been closely involved for many years in the overhauls of the Swedish Takeover Code. He was a member of the Nasdaq Stockholm Listing Committee for six years and is now a member of the Disciplinary Committee. He is a member of the Swedish Takeover Panel and Special Adviser to the Panel Executive.
“Erik Sjöman is really excellent and very knowledgeable.” Chambers & Partners 2024
‘Erik Sjöman – the number one adviser regarding capital markets practice in Sweden. Erik is connected to almost all listed companies and is part of or involved in almost all matters on the market. In addition, Erik is very close to the academic and legislative work that is always ongoing in the Swedish capital markets and he has also follows current case law closely.’ Legal 500 2023
Leading capital markets expert Erik Sjöman is well placed to advise on share issuances, listings and recapitalisations. He also assists with public offers and takeovers. "Erik Sjöman stands out with his academic and market insights, which puts him in an unique position as front runner on the Swedish market within his field." Chambers & Partners 2023
‘Erik Sjöman – the number one adviser regarding capital markets practice in Sweden. Erik is connected to most of all listed companies and is part of or involved in almost all matters on the market. In addition, Erik is very close to the academic and legislative work that is always ongoing in the Swedish capital markets and he also follows current case law closely.’ Legal 500 2022
Reflecting on their cooperation, one client calls Erik Sjöman "very easy to work with and extremely competent and efficient." As a leading capital markets expert, Erik Sjöman is well placed to advise on share issuances, listings and recapitalisations. He also assists with takeovers, mergers and divestments. Chambers & Partners 2022
‘Erik Sjöman: outstanding and the go-to lawyer to interpret any Swedish Capital Market matters.’ - Legal 500 2021
Lauded for "combining good theoretical knowledge with a commercial approach," Erik Sjöman is a highly esteemed ECM practitioner with a strong reputation for advising on IPO listings, accelerated bookbuilds and direct share issues. Sjöman provides further expertise in takeover bids. Chambers & Partners 2021
Erik Sjöman is ranked as a Leading Individual in Legal 500 2020
Erik Sjöman "manages to combine excellent academic knowledge with extensive practical experience," clients report. He is a market-leading ECM lawyer, drawing particular praise for his expertise regarding stock exchange rules and corporate governance topics for listed entities. He is also well regarded for his experience in rights issues and public M&A mandates. - Chambers & Partners 2020
Erik Sjöman is ranked as Highly regarded at IFLR 1000 2020
Interviewees remark: "He is the excellent combination of a theoretical and a pragmatic lawyer. He is efficient, responsive and belongs to the absolute top level in this area." (Capital Markets Equity) Chambers & Partners 2019
Erik Sjöman continues his rise through the rankings thanks to excellent recognition from the market. Clients report that he has the "rare quality of being able to balance the academic and the commercial aspects." (Corporate/M&A) Chambers & Partners 2019
Erik Sjöman is ranked as Highly regarded at IFLR 1000 2019
Erik Sjöman advises clients on corporate matters and equity capital markets mandates and is particularly known for public M&A. Clients say: "He is a lawyer who really knows how to add value to his clients. He always has an answer that can be used by the client." - Chambers & Partners 2018
Erik Sjöman represents listed companies in a wide array of capital markets and corporate law issues whilst offering specialist expertise in public takeovers and equity offerings. - Chambers & Partners 2017
Erik Sjöman is a highly regarded individual within the equity capital markets field. - Chambers & Partners 2016
The "brilliant" Erik Sjöman advises on both public M&A and ECM. "He has a fantastic business sense and puts his views in the right context; he is an important regular adviser to us," impressed sources say. - CChambers & Partners 2015
"Erik Sjöman is just excellent for public market issues, corporate governance and takeovers. I certainly consult him for tricky issues," said one client. - Chambers & Partners 2014
“One of the best”, “excellent” - IFLR1000
“An asset to any project team”, “Combines legal expertise with commercial focus” - Legal 500
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