Flemming has deep insight into the financial sector as a result of his previous position as Group General Counsel with Danske Bank. He is also a former member of the Danish Financial Complaint Board and the legal committee of Finance Denmark. He also participated in the work of the Legal Committee of the European Banking Federation. Flemming advises banks, pension funds, payment institutions, issuers of electronic money, stock brokers, investment managers (UCITS and AIFM) and other licensed financial enterprises. Flemming also advises scale-ups on funding, and his practice area includes debt financing and equity financing as project financing. Flemming is an experienced legal advisor on ESG and sustainability. He advises on ESG compliance and on the application of the ESG rules in practice. He also provides advice on the Taxonomy Regulation, SFDR, CSRD/ESRS, CSDDD and greenwashing in connection with marketing. Flemming specialises in the legal aspects of Voluntary Carbon Markets (VCM) and CO2 certificates where he advises on the issue and sale of carbon credits.
Flemming Pristed
Partner, Attorney
Flemming Pristed provides advice to Danish and international clients on financial regulation, funding and the green transition. His advisory services include business-critical contracts and legal issues. When providing advice, Flemming draws on his long-standing experience as a general counsel in the financial sector and the IT industry. Flemming is the co-author of the Danish text book "Bæredygtighedsret" (in English: sustainability law), the Danish textbook "Klimaret – i dansk perspektiv" (in English: climate law – in a Danish perspective), and he is a guest lecturer at the Legal Faculty of Copenhagen University in the subjects banking law, financial regulation and sustainability law.
Flemming Pristed provides advice to Danish and international clients on financial regulation, funding and the green transition. His advisory services include business-critical contracts and legal issues. When providing advice, Flemming draws on his long-standing experience as a general counsel in the financial sector and the IT industry. Flemming is the co-author of the Danish text book "Bæredygtighedsret" (in English: sustainability law), the Danish textbook "Klimaret – i dansk perspektiv" (in English: climate law – in a Danish perspective), and he is a guest lecturer at the Legal Faculty of Copenhagen University in the subjects banking law, financial regulation and sustainability law.
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Legal 500
Green Ambassadors 2025
"Heading the ESG and sustainability practice group at Poul Schmith, Fleming Pristed provides deep expertise on sustainable finance, responsible business practices, and green technology initiatives. Pristed is also an expert on EU sustainability regulation and reporting, greenwashing risk, ESG frameworks and compliance, and carbon-based financial products."
LEGAL 500 BANKING & FINANCE 2025
"The individuals I’ve worked with at Poul Schmith, particularly Flemming Pristed, stand out for their attention to detail and understanding of the nuances in our industry. Flemming Pristed has been a standout for his ability to anticipate potential challenges and provide strategic guidance."
LEGAL 500 BANKING & FINANCE 2024
"Flemming Pristed has unique knowledge and experience within banking and compliance. Both on a theoretical level but also on a very practical level. He is extremely diligent and has high integrity. Therefore I am always sure to get honest and clear advice. What sets him apart is his commitment to ongoing learning and staying up-to-date with the latest trends and regulations in our field. This expertise allows us to provide innovative and effective solutions to us as clients."