Magnus Oskarsson named new managing partner at DLA Piper in Sweden

DLA Piper has appointed Magnus Oskarsson as the new Country Managing Partner for DLA Piper in Sweden, effective 1 May 2024.

Magnus has been with DLA Piper since 2008. He mainly focuses on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and capital raising. He’s well versed in the fintech sector and has realized multifaceted company growth in the global business community.

Magnus Oskarsson, says: “I'm proud and happy to have been entrusted with leading DLA Piper's operations in Sweden. As a partner, this is the strongest vote of confidence you can receive from your colleagues. My ambition is to continue strengthening our position as a forward-looking business law firm and a top destination for our people and clients.”

Emma Norburg, Chair of the Board of Directors at DLA Piper in Sweden, says: "We firmly believe that Magnus has the essential skills and values to guide DLA Piper towards a prosperous future. For DLA Piper in Sweden this includes further growth by deepening innovation."

Magnus succeeds Peter Näslund, who continues as a partner in the firm. Peter's leadership over the last seven years has helped the firm grow from a medium-sized firm to the leading global law firm in Sweden, with almost 250 employees. The firm has become a top tier law firm, completing the most corporate transactions in the Nordics, according to Mergermarket.

Peter Näslund, says: “It has been an honour to lead DLA Piper in Sweden for the last seven years. With this change in leadership, I’m pleased to hand over the responsibility to Magnus. As a capable member of the team with a long history at DLA Piper, Magnus is well placed to help the firm realise its ambitions and growth strategies.”