CMS Wistrand holt Top-Anwalt als neuen Partner

Niclas Widjeskog – one of the most prominent dispute resolution and litigation lawyers in the Nordics – joins CMS Wistrand as a partner

Stockholm, December 16, 2024 - With the recruitment of Niclas Widjeskog, CMS Wistrand once again demonstrates its ambition to be a leading force in legal advisory services. Niclas Widjeskog is an international authority in law and leadership and was formerly Managing Partner and Head of the Dispute Resolution Practice Group at Linklaters in the Nordics.

With the recruitment of Niclas Widjeskog, one of the most prominent dispute resolution and litigation lawyers in the Nordics, CMS Wistrand takes another important step in its growth journey, strengthening its position as a leading actor and key player in the Nordics and Europe.

With more than two decades of legal experience and a career spanning from McKinsey & Company to senior positions at Linklaters (Managing Partner 2021-2024 and Head of the Dispute Resolution Practice Group 2012-2024 in the Nordics), Niclas Widjeskog brings a unique blend of legal excellence and strategic business acumen. The combination of deep legal knowledge, broad international experience and proven strategic leadership, together with a degree from Harvard Law School, makes Niclas Widjeskog an ideal recruitment for CMS Wistrand.

International arbitration and cross-border disputes are significant and vital practice areas for CMS, which, with its 1,200 lawyers specialising in dispute resolution, is one of the leading global law firms in this field.

"What truly appeals to me is that the combination of a strong local team and the global capabilities of CMS makes this a perfect match for my background and expertise. CMS Wistrand has an excellent reputation for its legal expertise and outstanding lawyers, not least in litigation and dispute resolution. Now, as part of CMS, with one of the world's largest and most respected dispute
resolution groups, there is a unique opportunity to help clients effectively manage and navigate cross-border matters", says Niclas Widjeskog.

Niklas Alvestrand Körling, Managing Partner at CMS Wistrand, sees how the top recruitment strengthens the firm's capacity in a growing market.

"The recruitment of Niclas Widjeskog confirms CMS Wistrands position as an attractive firm for the most distinguished lawyers. With his combination of international experience, legal expertise and strategic leadership, Niclas Widjeskog will be an invaluable asset in strengthening our position both locally and globally. We are delighted and proud to welcome him as a partner", says Niklas
Alvestrand Körling.

Niclas Widjeskog will join CMS Wistrand as a partner in January 2025.

For further information, please contact:

Niklas Alvestrand Körling
Managing Partner, CMS Wistrand
niklas.a.k@cms-wistrand.com
+46 8 50 72 00 53