DLA Piper Appoints New Partner in Dispute Resolution and Insurance

The global business law firm DLA Piper welcomes David Johansson as a new partner at the Stockholm office. David has previously been part of DLA Piper's Dispute Resolution group and will lead the insurance team.

David joined DLA Piper in 2014 and will assume the role of partner on 1 May 2025.

– Through his commitment and expertise, David has not only grown with our business in Sweden but has also played a crucial role in developing and strengthening our competence in insurance and dispute resolution. It is with great pride and joy that I welcome David to our partner team. I look forward to continuing to follow his progress and contributions to the firm, says Magnus Oskarsson, managing partner at DLA Piper.

David has extensive experience in legal matters related to insurance and dispute resolution. He assists both Swedish and international clients in court and arbitration proceedings. He also works with non-contentious insurance matters, such as assistance in claims handling, drafting insurance terms, adapting foreign insurance terms for the Swedish market, and advising on licensing requirements for foreign insurers. 

– I am very grateful for the trust shown to me through this appointment. I am really looking forward to continuing to collaborate with my colleagues, further developing DLA Piper's business in Sweden, and contributing to creating added value for our clients, says David Johansson.

David has for several consecutive years been ranked as a Rising Star in dispute resolution and insurance by the ranking institute The Legal 500, and is also recommended in construction by The Legal 500. The ranking institute Chambers and Partners has ranked him as an Associate to Watch in Insurance for three years in a row.