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Born has once again been certified according to the Great Place to Work Institute’s international standard, confirming our position as one of Sweden’s leading workplaces

Born has once again been certified according to the Great Place to Work Institute’s international standard, confirming our position as one of Sweden’s leading workplaces — and among the top law firms in the country. The certification is based on the world’s largest employee survey, and reflects a consistently strong level of trust, engagement, and collaboration within the firm. We are particularly pleased to see that our results remain at a high level year after year, demonstrating the strength and sustainability of our culture. – Our people are the foundation of everything we do. We are a close-knit and highly ambitious team, and our ability to deliver high-quality advice in complex transactions depends on strong collaboration, trust, and shared commitment. We would like to thank our colleagues for their continued engagement and contribution to making Born a workplace defined by professionalism, openness, and long-term development,  says Jan Litborn, Managing Partner at Born.

Chambers Europe has once again published its ranking of the leading lawyers within the field of Real Estate, and we are proud and grateful to

Chambers Europe has once again published its ranking of the leading lawyers within the field of Real Estate, and we are proud and grateful to maintain our top positions. For 2026, Born is ranked in Band 3 in the Real Estate category, and our colleagues continue to receive recognition for their expertise and dedication. Erik Borgblad retains his ranking in Band 2, while Jan Litborn continues to be acknowledged as Senior Statesperson. We sincerely appreciate the continued confidence our clients place in us and look forward to supporting them in future matters.

Following her time as a thesis intern, Sandra Englund has chosen to continue her career at Born. During her internship, she gained early insight into

Following her time as a thesis intern, Sandra Englund has chosen to continue her career at Born. During her internship, she gained early insight into the work of a business law firm—an experience that sparked her interest in staying on. “The most valuable part of my time as a thesis intern at Born was getting a first glimpse of how a business law firm operates. I really enjoyed both the work itself and my colleagues, which made it feel like a natural decision to continue here,” says Sandra. According to Sandra, the transition from thesis intern to associate lawyer has felt both smooth and reassuring. She describes a work environment where she has gradually taken on more responsibility, while always having support close at hand. “I feel confident in my role and know that I can always get help and support when needed.” When asked to describe the culture and collaboration at Born, Sandra sums it up in three words: open, engaged, and non-hierarchical—qualities she says made her feel like part of the team early on. “Early on during my internship, I felt that ‘this is where I want to work.’ The assignments were interesting, and my colleagues made me feel welcome from day one.” For students considering applying for a thesis internship at Born, her advice is clear: “Take the chance and apply. Being able to discuss your thesis with such knowledgeable colleagues is invaluable—and it’s also a lot of fun to be a thesis intern here.” We are delighted to have Sandra with us and look forward to continuing the journey together.

Born joins AGRD Partners – creating a next-generation legal platform – and leaving the Swedish Bar Association to enable future growth Born has joined AGRD

Born joins AGRD Partners - creating a next-generation legal platform - and leaving the Swedish Bar Association to enable future growth Born has joined AGRD Partners, an innovative alliance of six leading business law firms in Sweden. Together, we are building a next-generation legal services platform powered by innovation, technology, and smart collaboration – all designed to deliver greater value and impact for our clients. AGRD Partners combines specialist expertise in corporate and commercial law, public and private M&A, banking and finance, technology, real estate, and employment law. With around 250 professionals across eight offices nationwide, the group enters the market as one of Sweden’s ten largest business law firms by revenue from day one. While forming a united platform through AGRD Partners, Born and the other member firms will continue to operate as independent firms - maintaining their unique brands, client relationships, and areas of expertise, while benefiting from the shared strength, resources, and innovation of the AGRD network. With ambitious plans for growth in Sweden and internationally, AGRD Partners is establishing a modern, forward-looking platform for business law – designed for long-term investment, innovation, and sustainable development. The platform is specifically tailored to meet the needs of business clients operating in a fast-changing, innovation-driven environment, where new ways of working and delivering legal services are essential to stay ahead. Membership in the Swedish Bar Association restricts law firms from taking in external ownership capital under the Association’s own rules. To enable future investment and continued growth, Born – together with the other member firms of AGRD Partners – has therefore chosen to leave the Bar Association. The AGRD Partners Code of Conduct now replaces the Bar Association’s framework for Born. Based on ethical principles, it provides client protection and professional integrity, while being better aligned with the needs of modern business law – focused on corporate and commercial clients rather than individual or criminal practice. “This marks the beginning of a new era for business law in Sweden. We are building a structure that unites top-tier legal expertise with technology, business insight, and true innovation. For our clients, this means faster processes, smarter delivery, and advice that’s one step ahead of the market and more tailored for their needs” says Erik Borgblad, Founding Partner at Born

As of 1 September 2025, Born has appointed Andrea Röjmalm as partner. Andrea joined the firm in 2022 and focuses primarily on commercial dispute resolution.

As of 1 September 2025, Born has appointed Andrea Röjmalm as partner. Andrea joined the firm in 2022 and focuses primarily on commercial dispute resolution. She has extensive experience representing clients in Swedish courts as well as in both domestic and international arbitration proceedings. Andrea is also specialized in commercial lease law and regularly advises clients in complex real estate-related matters. “Andrea is an exceptionally skilled lawyer with a proven ability to lead large and complex proceedings. She is solution-oriented, confident in her advice, and highly appreciated by both clients and colleagues. Andrea always puts the firm’s and the team’s interests first, and we are very pleased to welcome her as a partner,” says Jan Litborn, Managing Partner at Born. Andrea Röjmalm comments: “Born is a fantastic workplace with strong momentum, top-tier expertise, and a genuinely inclusive culture. We are now also entering an exciting new phase as part of AGRD, which brings new opportunities and collaborations. I’m truly looking forward to continuing the journey with Born and contributing to the development of the legal industry – for our clients and for the next generation of lawyers.”

Legal 500 has today published its annual ranking, and we at Born are proud to once again be ranked within Real Estate. We maintain our

Legal 500 has today published its annual ranking, and we at Born are proud to once again be ranked within Real Estate. We maintain our position at Tier 3, and Jan Litborn continues to be part of the prestigious “Hall of Fame.” Legal 500 specifically highlights our high activity in real estate transactions and our long-term relationships with leading market players. Erik Borgblad, who leads our Real Estate department, is noted for his expertise in real estate transactions, while Jan Litborn is recognized for his contributions in M&A, corporate law, and financing. Mica Hultgren is also acknowledged for her competence in real estate transactions. We are especially pleased with the positive feedback we have received from our clients through Legal 500’s interviews: “Great skills and competence in the real estate sector.” “Very competent team, including of course Erik Borgblad.” “Erik Borgblad has a great way of handling people and negotiations.” Our success is built on our commitment to our clients’ businesses and our strive to always deliver legal advice of the highest quality. We would like to extend a big thank you to our clients and partners for their trust!"

For the second consecutive year, we have been certified according to the international ranking of the Great Place to Work Institute. With a Trust Index

For the second consecutive year, we have been certified according to the international ranking of the Great Place to Work Institute. With a Trust Index score of 93%, we are one of Sweden’s best workplaces, and the best law firm. Great Place to Work is the world’s largest employee survey, and we are incredibly proud and delighted with the results. Particularly gratifying is the fact that we have exceeded the results from previous years by a significant margin. – Our employees are our most valuable resource. We are a small team that achieves big things together, and success in business law consulting and conducting complex transactions at a high pace requires the best internal cohesion, says Jan Litborn, Managing Partner at Born."

Chambers Europe ranks the best lawyers and law firms in Europe. Last Friday, the latest results were released. With great joy, pride, and gratitude for

Chambers Europe ranks the best lawyers and law firms in Europe. Last Friday, the latest results were released. With great joy, pride, and gratitude for the trust our clients have shown us, we can announce that Born has been placed in Band 3, and Erik Borgblad has advanced as a ranked lawyer to Band 2, while Jan Litborn and Pontus Kågerman continue to be ranked as Senior Statespeople. This is what our clients say about us: “Their strengths are in their deal-making capacity and their commitment to the case when it comes to negotiations. The lawyers are very good at leading the discussions and focusing on the interests of the client.” And also: “Born has a brilliant clarity in identifying key issues, risks, and solutions. The team has a high capacity to understand and simplify complex matters.” We look forward to continuing positive development and to assisting our clients in more exciting assignments. Chambers Europe is one of the most prestigious rankings for lawyers and law firms in Europe. Chambers and Partners’ rankings are based on feedback from clients and peers as well as on in-depth analysis by their research team."

Born has appointed Jan Öhgren as new partner from January 1, 2024. Jan started at the firm in 2017 and is part of Born’s Capital

Born has appointed Jan Öhgren as new partner from January 1, 2024. Jan started at the firm in 2017 and is part of Born’s Capital Markets and Public M&A practice. Jan is a member of the Swedish Bar Association and holds a Master of Laws degree from Stockholm University and an M.Sc. (Econ.) from Hanken School of Economics in Helsinki. “We want to congratulate Jan and are delighted to welcome him as partner. Jan has been a key member in our team and the process of further developing Born”, says Jan Litborn, Managing Partner at Born."

Born is proud to announce that the recently formed law firm is recognised and ranked by Legal 500 EMEA within Real Estate as well as

Born is proud to announce that the recently formed law firm is recognised and ranked by Legal 500 EMEA within Real Estate as well as Dispute Resolution. Partner Jan Litborn is recognised by Legal 500 as a member of the Hall of Fame of Real Estate, a position which is solely reserved for lawyers which is widely regarded as being at the very top of the profession. In addition, partner Erik Borgblad is individually recommended within Real Estate and partner Johan Svahn is highlighted as key contact for contentious work. We at Born are very grateful for the testimonials and feedback from our clients and look forward to continued cooperation. Below are some quotes from client testimonials: ‘I was very impressed with their capability, fast work and professionalism. They have also been very good at pinpointing potential risks, both financial and legal, as we hired them to look over and advise us on a real estate acquisition.’ ‘It feels like they are always on hand, they are easy to get hold of, and they know when they need to speed up their work in order to make a deadline. It really feels like they are on my side and are looking out for my interests and they understand the real estate business.’"

Chambers & Partners is one of the world’s leading independent ranking institutes whose purpose is to rank lawyers and law firms in Europe based on

Chambers & Partners is one of the world’s leading independent ranking institutes whose purpose is to rank lawyers and law firms in Europe based on in-depth analysis and client references. We at Born are proud and happy to have once again been ranked by Chambers & Partners as the leading law firm in the real estate category and that three of our partners have been ranked as leading individuals in the same category: Erik Borgblad, Jan Litborn and Pontus Kågerman."

The 14th edition of The Ocean Race kicked off on 15th of January. Nine well-known international sailing metropolises are visited during the sailing, which spans

The 14th edition of The Ocean Race kicked off on 15th of January. Nine well-known international sailing metropolises are visited during the sailing, which spans six months after the start from Alicante. Born has joined The Ocean Race as an exclusive partner and is thus also part of their sustainability effort. Their comprehensive sustainability program includes a ground-breaking scientific program for ocean data collection and a global awareness campaign where the race’s global presence is used to raise awareness of the very serious threat plastic pollution poses to our oceans. “We are particularly passionate about initiatives that have a positive impact on the environment, inclusion and diversity, as well as equality and in all our collaborations we take an active role and contribute our expertise” – says Jan Litborn, Managing Partner at Born. Read more about The Ocean Race here and download the app to follow the race in real time."

Born is one of the few law firms to have been certified as a very good workplace according to the Great Place to Works Institute’s

Born is one of the few law firms to have been certified as a very good workplace according to the Great Place to Works Institute’s international standard. Great Place to Work® certification is the only certification of good workplaces in Sweden and the most used employee survey in the world. The certification is based on the Great Place to Work© Institute’s global standard for what characterizes a good workplace and is proof that the employees experience a very high degree of credibility, respect, fairness, pride and camaraderie within the organization. – We are extremely happy about this certification, which has been an interim goal in the work since we formed Born a year ago. Constantly evaluating ourselves and striving to become better as an employer is natural for us. The work in our industry makes high demands on our employees and it is a particular strength that we are a really good and pleasant workplace, which the Great Place to Work certification is proof of, says Jan Litborn, Managing Partner at Born."

The Swedish magazine FASTIGHETSvärlden has published its annual compilation of the law firms that were involved in the largest Swedish real estate transactions during the

The Swedish magazine FASTIGHETSvärlden has published its annual compilation of the law firms that were involved in the largest Swedish real estate transactions during the past year. The measurement covers completed real estate transactions and real estate financing during the period from 1 July 2021 up to and including June 30, 2022. The top list includes a total of 16 law firms, of which Born ranks no. 6 with a total underlying property volume of SEK 70.1 billion. Born, which was formed in December 2021, was the only newcomer to the list.