BAHR is home to ‘a dedicated and utterly professional dispute resolution team, with a fantastic ability to transform complex factual and legal issues into a understandable language‘. Led by contractual litigation expert Atle Skaldebø-Rød, who is also highly regarded for his experience in arbitration proceedings, the group counts commercial litigation as a key driver of work, with insolvency disputes, post-M&A issues and contentious shareholder mandates prominent in the team’s workload. The practice has a strong focus on the oil, insurance, pharmaceuticals and onshore and offshore construction sectors. Managing partner Thomas K. Svensen focuses on energy sector arbitration and litigation, while Jan Jansen is well known for his expertise in tax litigation, and Sam E. Harris regularly advises on mediation, onshore construction disputes and post-merger litigation.
Dispute resolution in Norway
BAHR
Practice head(s):
Atle Skaldebø-Rød
Other key lawyers:
Jan Jansen; Thomas K. Svensen; Sam E. Harris
Testimonials
‘Atle J. Skaldebø-Rød is very sharp, intelligent, prepared, professional, delivered much-needed local guidance and provided excellent results.’
‘Ability to make complex issues straightforward and focus on the key areas.’
‘Jan Jansen is very capable. Eyes on the target.’
‘Always well prepared.’
‘Sam Harris gives very good advice.’
‘Advice was clear.’
‘A dedicated and utmost professional dispute resolution team, with a fantastic ability to transform complex factual and legal issues into a understandable language. Such ability ultimately benefits us as client in court proceedings.’
‘If its possible to win, they will do.’
Key clients
DNB Bank ASA
Sognekraft AS
AINMT Holdings AB and Ice Group Scandinavia Holdings AS
Asset Buyout Partners AS/Åsane Næringspark AS
Steen & Strøm AS/Økern Sentrum ANS
Future Production Holding
OMV (Norge) AS
Coast Seafood AS
Huritgruten Coastal AS
Work highlights
- Representing Sval Energi AS in a $4.1m dispute with Searcher Seismic Pty Ltd concerning a contractual fee.
- Assisted DNB Bank with a NOK450m damages claim arising from alleged wrongful payments made to one of the client’s customers from the government.
- Successfully acted for Sognekraft AS in a post-M&A dispute concerning the termination of a share purchase agreement.
Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS
At boutique firm Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS, commercial litigation expert Emanuel Feinberg leads the advice to Greenpeace regarding an ongoing claim brought against the Norwegian state concerning licenses for petroleum in the Barents Sea; the case has been brought before the European Court of Human Rights. Department head Anders Ryssdal is a highly regarded arbitrator, and Nils-Henrik Pettersson has an excellent track record in handling litigation pertaining to professional liability, oil and gas, real estate, construction and corporate law. Senior lawyer Anne-Sofie Stigum and associate Marie Skonseng are also noteworthy names in the group.
Practice head(s):
Anders Ryssdal
Other key lawyers:
Nils-Henrik Pettersson; Emanuel Feinberg; Anne-Sofie Stigum; Marie Skonseng
Testimonials
‘Availability of partners with high efficiency.’
‘Glittertind and the team are unique. They are always available and ready to help me in any way necessary. The team is versatile and has good knowledge.’
‘Emanuel Feinberg is a unique lawyer with a broad band of expertise.’
‘Efficiency and ability to go behind the facts and use them constructively.’
Key clients
Blommenholm Industrier AS
Viking Venture AS
Trygge Barnehager AS
Ryde Technology AS
Jehovah’s Witnesses
Föreningen Greenpeace Norden
World Wide Fund for Nature
Metallco AS
Green Party
Deloitte Norge AS
Work highlights
- Successfully defended Blommenholm Industrier against a minority shareholders’ claim.
- Successfully represented Ryde Technology before the Supreme Court in a dispute with Trondheim municipality relating to a ban on rental scooters.
Advokatfirmaet Haavind AS
Advokatfirmaet Haavind AS‘ ‘dedicated‘ team is ‘excellent in dispute resolution‘ and provides ‘a solution-oriented approach at all stages, combined with a refined commercial understanding of complex cases‘. Practice head Henning Nordtvedt is recognised for his expertise in advising on disputes pertaining to infrastructure and construction matters, and Johnny Johansen has ‘an easy-going style combined with very good qualifications and understanding of litigation‘. Mikal Brøndmo counts international disputes and arbitration work as key areas of strength, while Goud Fjellheim ‘stands out for excellency in dispute resolution and he will always bring extra skills to a tax dispute‘, and Rasmus Asbjørnsen is ‘a highly qualified litigator‘. Other key practitioners include Arve Martin Hyldmo Bjørnvik and Pål Martin Abell.
Other key lawyers:
Johnny Johansen; Arve Martin Hyldmo Bjørnvik; Rasmus Asbjørnsen; Goud Fjellheim; Mikal Brøndmo; Pål Martin Abell
Testimonials
‘Haavind has an excellent group of lawyers in the Dispute Resolution practice. This team is fully focused to provide the best possible legal advice on an immediate basis. All in all, Haavind is the firm to trust.’
‘Johnny Johansen is full of energy.’
‘Arve Martin Hyldmo Bjørnvik is an extremely experienced dispute resolution attorney, solid and decisive, with good strategic skills in the litigation arena.’
‘It is always an extremely “well-tuned” team, where all players pull in the same direction.’
‘They make the client feel well taken care of. They try different angles to solve issues and cases.’
‘Rasmus Asbjørnsen is always hands-on and available, being an easy-to-work-with guy. He is highly competent and experienced, always giving you clear advice when required. He has a strong strategic mind and is enthusiastic.’
‘Goud Helge Homme Fjellheim is always well prepared, and can handle any challenges a case will raise. He presents every case in an easy, understandable way, clear and logical. He has a realistic opinion about all cases, and gives clear advice.’
‘Pål Martin Abell is quick to familiarise himself with difficult issues and large amounts of documentation in a short time. He is also a person who is extremely good at asking the right questions in trial. This is the lawyer you want to have on your side in a court case.’
Key clients
Telenor ASA
Norway Post
Norwegian Public Roads Authorities
Sparebank 1 Finans Nord-Norge AS
Storebrand ASA
Axactor SE
GK Norge AS
Fosen Vind DA
Nortura SA
Work highlights
- Represented e-commerce company Netthandelsgruppen’s shareholders in a dispute with potential investors, concerning investment in the company.
Advokatfirmaet Schjødt AS
Per Magne Ristvedt and Halvard Helle jointly lead Advokatfirmaet Schjødt AS‘s team, which attracts praise for its ‘strong strategic thinking and extensive knowledge about dispute resolution and arbitration‘. Cross-border work forms a core pillar of the practice, and the group is highly regarded for its expertise in handling prominent international arbitration mandates alongside a wide spectrum of contentious work. The ‘focused‘ Trond Sollund is a key name for offshore and oil and gas sector disputes, and Halvor Manshaus is sought after for his expertise in media and technology litigation. Sigurd Holter Torp handles complex white-collar crime matters, and Sven Eriksrud focuses on contractual disputes, while construction and real estate expert Erlend Holstrøm is ‘a solid litigator‘. In May 2022, Marie Nesvik moved to Wikborg Rein.
Practice head(s):
Per Magne Ristvedt; Halvard Helle
Other key lawyers:
Sven Eriksrud; Halvor Manshaus; Trond Sollund; Sigurd Holter Torp; Erlend Holstrøm
Testimonials
‘Highly experienced team which is willing to dive even into the most complex topics to support their client. You get the most excellent value for your money.’
‘Trond Sollund and Halvor Manshaus are extremely well organised, detail oriented, well connected, and experienced. We would and will work with them again in the future.’
‘Efficient and to the point in all matters, no time or resources wasted.’
‘Trond Sollund has the ability to present the case in a simple and easy to understand way, enabling the court to focus on the important and core matters.’
‘Valued clear advice, both legal and commercial.’
‘Erlend Holstrøm is a solid litigator.’
Key clients
Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB
Oslofilialen NUF
KF Entreprenør AS
Devico AS
Polaris Media ASA
SJI Equities Ltd
Subsea Smart Solutions AS and Subsea Solutions AS
Rottefella AS & Madshus AS
GoldenTree Asset Management LP
Pesquera Azul AS
Verdens Gang AS (VG)
Dagens Næringsliv AS (DN)
Norwegian Bar Association
Transocean Offshore
Bremnes Seashore
Work highlights
- Acting for SJI Equities as former shareholders of RenoNorden ASA in an ongoing liability claim.
- Defended Verdens Gang AS in the Supreme Court in a dispute concerning the right of the media to use and publish photographs collected in the course of investigative journalism.
- Acted for GoldenTree Asset Management LP in litigation concerning a PIK loan.
Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig
Led by ‘very skilled‘ litigator Christian Reusch, the team at Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig ‘quickly grasps the legal issues involved in complex disputes and works very well together under pressure‘. The group is acting for Prime Capital in an ongoing cross-border contractual dispute with a Norwegian lawyer concerning an investment in a windmill park. Based in the Bergen office, Kristoffer Larsen Rognvik regularly appears before the Supreme Court in a range of multi-jurisdictional disputes, and acts as counsel to shipping, oil and gas and marine sector clients. Anette Fjeld focuses on tax litigation, while senior associate Therese Sætre Løfsgaard is a key name for damages and contractual litigation. In 2022, Tage Brigt A. Skoghøy, Ørjan Salvesen Haukaas and associate Marie Bjørk Myklebust departed to DLA Piper.
Practice head(s):
Christian Reusch
Other key lawyers:
Anette Fjeld; Kristoffer Larsen Rognvik; Therese Sætre Løfsgaard
Testimonials
‘Christian Reusch does good work.’
‘I would especially recommend Christian Reusch as an outstanding legal adviser with an impressive and extraordinary performance. We are very satisfied with the services and focus we received.’
‘They deal with disputes in a very calm and measured way, even when things get heated. Strongly recommend them.’
‘Kristoffer Larsen Rognvik is a very safe pair of hands for disputes, he is very measured and considered in his approach. There is no doubt that all aspects of the dispute have been considered and that the best course of action has been found when his advice is provided.’
‘The dispute resolution team has outstanding capabilities in court. Individual strengths are used collectively in the team. There is good cooperation across partners and not separate “partner-led silos”.’
‘Anette Fjeld is well organised, well spoken and well prepared.’
Key clients
Andøya Vind AS
Bank Norwegian AS
Coop Norge SA
DNB Bank ASA
Entercash Ltd.
European Gaming & Betting Association
Gjensidige Forsikring
Frøiland Bygg AS
The Federation of Norwegian Aviation Industries (NHO Luftfart)
Norsk Butikkdrift AS
Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA
Prime Capital AG
Prime Scandic SARL
Rheinmetall Norway AS and Rheinmetall AG
Rolls Royce Marine
Skarpnes AS
Trannel Inc
Tesla
TV 2 AS
Ullevål Universitetssykehus HF
Yara
Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS
Led by the ‘amazing‘ Kristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik, the dispute resolution team at Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS is highly regarded for assisting banking clients with a wide range of commercial and insolvency litigation. Post-M&A disputes, contentious insurance matters and construction claims are key pillars of strength for the group. Henning Harborg is ‘an excellent lawyer – very analytical and pragmatic, yet clear in his advice‘, and is a key contact for white-collar crime mandates. Andreas Meidell focuses on insurance disputes, with established expertise in the maritime sector. Stig Berge handles professional liability cases and corporate litigation, and Eirik W Raanes is ‘a brilliant lawyer and a tremendously experienced litigator‘, while Audun Stornes advises oil and gas clients on contentious work. Managing associate Henrik Møinichen is also a key contact.
Practice head(s):
Kristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik
Other key lawyers:
Henning Harborg; Eirik W Raanes; Andreas Meidell; Stig Berge; Audun Stornes; Henrik Møinichen
Testimonials
‘Kristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik is good at listening and understands the issue needing attention.’
‘Henning Harborg: very good advocate.’
‘First-class litigators.’
‘Eirik W Raanes is an outstanding litigator – amazing in court.’
‘The approach was extremely structured and thorough.’
‘All individuals in Thommessen’s team are easy to work with, very professional and skilled.’
‘Andreas Meidell has strong expertise in litigation.’
‘Eirik W Raanes has a wealth of experience and will not stop until he knows every detail of the case. He is exceptionally good at identifying the issues at hand so to simplify and make it comprehensible. He will also provide candid feedback with regard to alternative solutions.’
Key clients
KPMG AS
Deloitte AS
Ernst & Young AS
PricewaterhouseCoopers AS
DNB ASA
ING Bank N.V
Telenor ASA
Storebrand ASA
Equinor ASA
BW Group Limited
BW LPG Limited
The Norwegian Ministry of Transport / The Norwegian Public Road Administration (NPRA)
Westcon Yards AS
Directors/shareholders of RenoNorden
Firda Seafood Group AS
MDE Group AS/MDE Personell AS
TGS Nopec Geophysical Company ASA
The bankruptcy estate of Alpha Insurance A/S
TONO SA
Norxe AS
Intervet International BV
Zimmer Biomet Norway AS
Pareto Securities AS
Songa Corp.
Assuranceforeningen Gard (gjensidig)
Lyse Produksjon AS
Samsung Electronics Nordic AB
Gasum Oy
Fortum
Søylen Eiendom AS
Tryg Forsikring
Kongsberg Gruppen ASA
Norwegian Hull Club
Navigators Holdings (UK) Ltd
Bane Nor SF
Kesko Corporation
Orkla ASA
Norgesgruppen ASA
Eika Gruppen AS
Koppernæs AS
DAF Trucks Deutschland GmbH
Haugaland Kraft AS
CHUBB
Kimek AS
Cap Vest
MSG Aviation AS
Markel International Ltd
Stadyard AS
NTS ASA
Vestland fylkeskommune (Vestland County Council)
Promenaden Management AS
Swedbank
Eksportfinansiering Norge (Export Finance Norway)
QBE Insurance
MOWI ASA
The Norwegian Coastal Administration (Kystverket)
Borgestad ASA / Borgestad Properties AS
Work highlights
- Defending DAF Trucks Deutschland GmBH and DAF Trucks N.V. against a damages claim brought by Posten Norge AS and subsidiaries arising from the long-running trucks cartel case.
- Acted for Alba Forvaltning AS, Odden Forvaltning AS and Faros Forvaltning AS in a shareholder’s dispute against Blommenholm Industrier.
- Representing insurers QBE Insurance (Europe) Ltd, Chubb European Group SE and Navigators Lloyds Syndicate 1221 in a dispute involving a NOK1.7bn claim brought against two former directors of Norske Skogindustrier ASA, arising from alleged negligence in connection with the company’s debt restructuring.
Wiersholm
At Wiersholm, the team provides advice to Deutsche Bank regarding ongoing liability claims arising from the enforcement in Norway of a UK ruling against Sebastian Holding; Olav Perland, who is well regarded for his strength in financial and corporate litigation, leads on this matter. Perland co-heads the department with international arbitration expert Stephan Jervell and Thomas G Naalsund, who is admitted to appear before the Supreme Court and has experience in assisting oil and gas sector entities with contentious mandates. Other key practitioners include firm managing partner Morten Goller, who advises on contentious public procurement, tax, competition, contract and construction matters; IP and TMT expert Magnus Hellesylt; and Magnus Nordøy Snellingen, who has expertise in insurance litigation. Managing associate Odin Breidvik is ‘an excellent lawyer and litigator‘.
Practice head(s):
Thomas G Naalsund; Stephan Jervell; Olav Perland
Other key lawyers:
Magnus Hellesylt; Morten Goller; Magnus Nordøy Snellingen; Odin Breidvik
Testimonials
‘Good preparation and involvement.’
‘Strong appearance in court, and excellent litigation handling.’
Key clients
Equinor ASA
DNV
International Business Machines AS (IBM)
Sparebank 1
AIG Europe Limited
AF Gruppen ASA
Skanska Norge AS
BDO AS
Danske Bank AS
Coop Norge SA
Nord-Trøndelag Elektrisitetsverk AS (NTE)
Veidekke ASA
Tesla
Yara International ASA
Bertel O. Steen AS
ABB AS
Kistefos AS
Multiconsult ASA
Rimfrost AS and Rimfrost Technologies AS
Leonhard Nilsen & Sønner AS
Work highlights
- Successfully defended DNV against a liability claim worth more than NOK15bn, arising from the total loss of the Norwegian Navy frigate KNM Helge Ingstad in November 2018.
Wikborg Rein
The team at Wikborg Rein stands out as ‘very strong in arbitration‘, and is highly regarded for its strength in advising on a broad range of complex disputes; contractual disputes have been prominent in the group’s recent caseload. Ola Nisja, the firm’s global head of disputes, is ‘an exceptional lawyer‘ with an excellent track record in handling arbitration proceedings, contractual litigation and contentious construction matters; he jointly heads up the team with Marie Nesvik, who joined from Advokatfirmaet Schjødt AS in May 2022. Kaare Andreas Shetelig is ‘very strong‘ in public sector disputes, post-M&A and transfer pricing litigation, and Ola Haugen is admitted to appear before the Supreme Court. Jørgen Vangsnes ‘brings authority and experience‘ to contentious technology and administrative work, while senior lawyer Ane Vilnes is praised as ‘an up and coming litigation star‘. Oddbjørn Slinning joined from SANDS in July 2022.
Practice head(s):
Ola Nisja; Marie Nesvik
Other key lawyers:
Kaare Andreas Shetelig; Ola Haugen; Jørgen Vangsnes; Oddbjørn Slinning; Ane Vilnes
Testimonials
‘Ola Nisja is probably the leading arbitration lawyer in Norway. He acts in both domestic and international arbitrations and is known for always delivering extremely high quality work, both as counsel and arbitrator.’
‘Highly competent team, able to manage everything from minor to high risk/high complexity international disputes. Gives clients the confidence they need to pursue their claims.’
‘Jørgen Vangsnes is an exceptionally skilled lawyer.’
‘Top of the pop in Norway. Very strong in arbitration and value litigation.’
‘Ane Vilnes must be mentioned as an up and coming litigation star.’
‘Jørgen Vangsnes brings authority and experience to the matter.’
Key clients
AB Volvo
Telenor ASA
Fjord1
The Ministry of Defence (including The Norwegian Armed Forces)
Norgesgruppen ASA
Naftogaz of Ukraine
Oljeskattekontoret
Vy (formerly NSB)
KGAL
Work highlights
- Representing ferry operator company Fjord1 in a dispute with the Norwegian Government, involving issues of compensation arising from changes to net loss contracts.
- Acted for the South-Eastern Norway Regional Health Authority in a dispute concerning the valuation of 93 acres of land in Drammen for the construction of a hospital.
Arntzen de Besche
Arntzen de Besche‘s dispute resolution team is ‘very talented and has solid expertise in commercial litigation, in particular shareholder disputes, professional and directors’ liability cases and insurance disputes‘; the group is also ‘very service minded and delivers high-quality advice‘. Department head Eivind Landmark Tandrevold is well known for his expertise in post-M&A disputes and contentious insurance matters, and Vidar Riksfjord is ‘a brilliant and experienced lawyer with a great level of knowledge and confidence – he knows the law‘. Andreas Nordby ‘has an analytical approach combined with strong practical experience, and really stands out with his ability to dive into details in complex matters and to present it to the court in a persuasive manner‘. Terje Granvang is ‘an excellent litigator, who has extensive experience with directors’ and professional liability cases‘, and also has expertise in arbitration proceedings. Senior associate Tobias Behncke is ‘a very talented lawyer‘.
Practice head(s):
Eivind Landmark Tandrevold
Other key lawyers:
Terje Granvang; Vidar Riksfjord; Andreas Nordby; Tobias Behncke
Testimonials
‘Wide knowledge of matters, and a dedicated and effective team. Great value and asset for us as a company.’
‘Vidar Riksfjord is extremely knowledgeable.’
‘Andreas Nordby is a brilliant litigator and has great negotiation skills.’
‘Arntzen de Besche has a solid position in dispute law. They are highly service-minded and have unique overall insight and knowledge with a very professional and result-oriented approach.’
‘Strong attention to details and good legal understanding.’
‘Vidar Riksfjord has always been well-prepared, accurate and knowledgeable both on commercial and legal matters.’
‘Top knowledge and quick responses on all requests.’
‘Vidar Riksfjord is extremely sharp, to the point, and effective.’
Key clients
Norges Banks Pensjonskasse
KPMG AS
Veidekke Entreprenør AS
TINE SA
Ferd AS
H. Stoll GmbH & Co KG
Lloyds Insurance Company (Lloyds of London) / C.J. Coleman
DNO Norge AS
Vroon Containers B.V.
Eviny AS
Chubb Insurance
Tryg Forsikring
Overføringsavtalens Sikringsordning
Vatne Property AS
Work highlights
- Representing the former directors of Spiro Medical in a directors’ liability claim concerning alleged misleading information in connection with a capital increase.
- Providing ongoing assistance to TINE and Diplom-IS relating to a damages claim arising from the long-running truck cartel case.
CMS Kluge
The ‘strong‘ team at CMS Kluge is highly regarded for its expertise and ‘extensive legal knowledge‘ in infrastructure and construction litigation, with commercial claims, financial services disputes, and contentious IP matters other key strengths for the group. Practice head Christian Galtung focuses on administrative litigation, and Steffen Asmundsson is ‘a very knowledgeable and reflective lawyer with a distinctly analytical mind‘. Mediation and arbitration matters are prominent in Asle Bjelland‘s workload, while Amund Noss specialises in contentious tax work, and Hans Ingvald Stensholdt is a key contact for insolvency litigation.
Practice head(s):
Christian Galtung
Other key lawyers:
Steffen Asmundsson; Amund Noss; Asle Bjelland; Hans Ingvald Stensholdt
Testimonials
‘Asle Bjelland is extremely well prepared and has a unique ability to focus on the important parts of a case.’
‘They have a human touch in their performance that makes them easy to work with.’
‘CMS Kluge’s dispute resolution team is solution oriented, highly competent and realistic. They are also very easy to cooperate with and they understand the broader picture.’
‘Steffen Asmundsson has a humble approach towards clients and counterparties, but he is able to strike hard whenever it is needed. His focus on the details challenges the clients to turn over every stone, but he is also solution-oriented and pragmatic.’#
‘Steffen Asmundsson is a very knowledgeable and reflective lawyer with a distinctly analytical mind. He invites discussions and input to ensure that all details in the case come to light. Based on this, he gives good advice for further progress in the case.’
Key clients
APL
Alto Invest AS
Ballista AS
Capital Maritime & Trading Corp. and CVL Corp.
Coop Klepp Sa
Dolphin Jærhagen AS
Financial Funds AS
Fortis Petroleum Norway AS
Gjensidigestiftelsen
Gustav Thrane-Steen Eiendom AS
Hafslund E-CO Vannkraft Innlandet AS
Hestkamben AS
Investec Bank plc
Kongsberg Maritime AS
NEE-kreditorene AS
Neodrill AS
Pescara Invest AS
Petfor Invest AS
Q Capital AS
Trafalgar AS
Work highlights
- Representing Fortis Petroleum Norway in ongoing litigation concerning the Norwegian tax regime for petroleum exploration.
- Representing a foreign sovereign state in litigation before the Norwegian courts concerning a compensation claim and concurrent professional liability claim arising from an alleged termination of a purchase contract for a prominent building in central Oslo.
- Representing Petfor Invest AS and Hestkamben AS in litigation against the tax authorities concerning the interpretation of the EFTA agreement and the treaty’s implications on Norwegian tax law.
Advokatfirmaet Hjort
Advokatfirmaet Hjort‘s dispute resolution department is ‘dedicated, hands on, very experienced and skilled in court‘. The team has expertise in handling high-profile financial crime mandates, and regularly assists with professional liability matters and a range of civil litigation. Practice head Kristin Veierød is well known for her expertise in arbitration proceedings and acting for private and state-owned entities in commercial litigation, and white-collar crime law expert Nils Christian Langtvedt is a highly regarded practitioner. Frode Innjord is well known for appearing before the Supreme Court, and Alex Borch ‘combines high competence in legal issues with the ability to present the cases efficiently in court‘. Aslak Førde specialises in real estate and construction litigation.
Practice head(s):
Kristin Veierød
Other key lawyers:
Nils Christian Langtvedt; Frode Innjord; Alex Borch; Aslak Førde
Testimonials
‘The team put in hard work, and I felt that they were really invested in getting the best possible outcome for me. They were always available.’
‘They managed my expectations well.’
‘The team’s strength was the ability to quickly get an overview of a complex case, and then move forward to lay out a strategy within a short period of time.’
‘The team has a combination of experience and insight that compliments them, and work very well together.’
‘The professional expertise combined with the human openness and good guidance.’
‘Very dedicated and realistic. Excellent in court.’
‘The team was very good to work with, they knew litigation and seemed very confident and calm during the whole process. They also listened carefully to clients’ input, and came with good advice that we as the client benefited from.’
‘Aslak Førde is very friendly, service minded and highly competent. He managed to strike the right balance between efficiency and thoroughness.’
Key clients
DNB Bank ASA
Edison International S.p.A
Bane NOR SF
Peab AS
Barco NV and Barco Fredrikstad AS
Finnmark Estate Agency
Norwegian Ministry of Climate and Environment
Boreal AS
Mo Industripark AS
Unio
Norsk sykepleierforbund
The Norwegian Pensioners’ Association (Pensjonistforbundet)
The bankruptcy estate of M3 Anlegg
Mosseregionens Eiendomsutvikling AS
Den Norske kirke
IdHair A/S
Work highlights
- Acting for Finnmark Estate Agency in a dispute regarding ownership of uncultivated land in Karasjok municipality.
- Assisted Edison International with a damages claim against Danske Bank arising from a €14m CEO fraud.
Kvale Advokatfirma DA
Per Conradi Andersen heads up the dispute resolution team at Kvale Advokatfirma DA, which is well known for its solid track record in advising on a broad range of commercial litigation. The group continues to handle shipping claims, contentious telecoms work and corporate mandates, and Andreas Stang Lund is very experienced in assisting oil and gas, real estate, consumer products, financial services and public sector companies with litigation. Lilly Kathrin Relling is a key contact for cross-border mandates, and senior associate Alexander Daae is another key practitioner.
Practice head(s):
Per Conradi Andersen
Other key lawyers:
Andreas Stang Lund; Alexander Daae; Lilly Kathrin Relling
Testimonials
‘Knowledgeable, hands on, fast responses and very service minded.’
Key clients
ABB
Danske Bank
INEOS E&P Norge
EIka Gruppen
Eltek
Holship Norge
MAN Truck & Bus
Norsk Hydro
CloballConnect
Rockville Technologies
Telia
Telia Norway
West Oil Tools
Bilia
Mylan Healthcare
Synthon
Siemens
Sandoz
Unilever
The Norwegian Authors’ Union
Selmer
Selmer‘ team stands out for its ‘high level of knowledge‘ across a broad spectrum of contentious matters, and is widely recognised for its strong capabilities in real estate disputes, arbitration proceedings, contractual litigation and technology mandates, to name a few areas. Department head Fredrik Lilleaas Ellingsen has ‘a deep understanding of the law combined with an out-of-the-ordinary ability to understand complicated cases‘. Christian Steen Eriksen is very experienced in assisting international and domestic financial institutions and corporate companies with large oil and gas disputes. Litigator Carl Roberts and Ole Christian Borge, who handles regulatory mandates, are also key practitioners.
Practice head(s):
Fredrik Lilleaas Ellingsen
Other key lawyers:
Christian Steen Eriksen; Carl Roberts; Ole Christian Borge
Testimonials
‘Very dedicated and very much present and focused.’
‘At Selmer it is all about the people who work there. Very strong lawyers in multiple fields.’
‘Fredrik Ellingsen is one of Norway’s best dispute lawyers. A deep understanding of the law combined with an out-of-the-ordinary ability to understand complicated cases. When Fredrik speaks in court, everyone listens.’
‘They were always available and highly committed and very easy to work with.’
‘Carl Roberts and the team were responsive, insightful and easy to work with as our client’s Norwegian counsel on a recent matter. They had a good eye for important detail in review of draft documents, and provided advice on Norwegian law issues in a clear and client-friendly manner.’
‘Carl Roberts was able to manage a complex arbitration case and, based on a very deep legal understanding, come forward with a solid basis for our claims.’
Key clients
Felleskjøpet Agri
Fjord1
Statnett
Borregaard
Daimler
Scandic Hotels
Snøbyen
Voi Technology Norway
Work highlights
- Acting for Scandic Hotels in a dispute against Nordkapp Municipality regarding the right to carry out certain business activities on the North Cape plateau.
Advokatfirmaet CLP DA
At Advokatfirmaet CLP DA, the team successfully represented Skeie Technology in a recourse claim dispute, which arose from litigation against the Norwegian Government regarding a claim under a parent guarantee. The client roster includes technology, oil and gas, construction and real estate companies. Practice co-heads Egil Jarslett and Kyrre Eggen and associate Hogne Huus-Hansen are key practitioners.
Practice head(s):
Egil Jarslett; Kyrre Eggen
Other key lawyers:
Hogne Huus-Hansen
Testimonials
‘The team complements each other perfectly and together delivers exceptional service.’
‘Kyrre Eggen is a highly experienced litigation lawyer who is 100% dedicated to his clients. He is fully committed to our case and has provided us with outstanding legal advice. He communicates clearly.’
‘Kyrre Eggen is the star of the team. Professional and delivers with quality.’
‘Very strong team, able to focus on all details without missing the picture.’
‘Kyrre Eggen – clever and able to find the right angle and focus point of any case.’
‘Egil Jarslett – very good discussion partner with the ability to see the case from a top down view.’
Key clients
Ferd
Skeie Technology
SpareBank 1 Gruppen
Fortum Oyj
Recover Nordic Group
Kredinor
Viking Venture
Capman
Alliance Venture
Agder Energi
OBOS
Powel
Verdane Capital
Stykket Invest
Credo Partners
Signicat
Scandza
Skanska Norge AS
Umoe
Hofseth International AS
Flying Elephant
Tribe / First Hotels
Induct AS
Amedia
AGC Equity Partners
British American Tobacco
DNO ASA
Strategic Value Opportunities Fund, L.P.
Floatel International AB.
Work highlights
- Acting for AGC Equity Partners Investment Management and AGC Maritime Yield Fund I in a complex dispute with multiple banks and Solstad Offshore ASA concerning the financing and possible restructuring of subsea oil vessel Normand Maximus.
- Representing Forsta Bidco AS and the company’s owners in a dispute against the successors of the late Erik Martin Vik, alleged former owner of international software company Confirmit ASA, concerning the validity of a forced sale.
DLA Piper
The dispute resolution team at DLA Piper is highly regarded for its expertise in multi-jurisdictional litigation, and is equally strong in handling complex arbitration work. Key sector strengths for the group include the construction, real estate, insurance and technology industries; department head Helge Neraal is singled out for his expertise in contentious construction matters, while Hans Christian Brodtkorb is a key contact for infrastructure litigation, and Are Hunskaar advises on professional liability matters, construction disputes and insurance litigation. The team was bolstered by the arrival of Tage Brigt A. Skoghøy, Ørjan Salvesen Haukaas and associate Marie Bjørk Myklebust from Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig in 2022, and Mohsin Ramani from Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS in 2023.
Practice head(s):
Helge Neraal
Other key lawyers:
Are Hunskaar; Hans Christian Brodtkorb; Tage Brigt A. Skoghøy, Ørjan Salvesen Haukaas; Marie Bjørk Myklebust; Mohsin Ramani
Testimonials
‘Devoted, informative and dedicated to the task.’
‘Ørjan Salvesen Haukaas is a steady and intelligent soul. In the cases we have had together he has been able to see legal solutions that are not intuitive, and he is definitely a steadfast person in the cases he is working with.’
‘DLA Piper is commercial and understands the clients’ business. It provides excellent and clear advice.’
‘Helge Neraal quickly absorbs the complex problems in a construction contract or conflict, and swiftly provides great legal advice. He is also very practical about potential business impacts of the different options. He is a great sparring partner in our difficult cases.’
‘Fast and useful delivery.’
‘Tage Brigt Skoghøy: Quick to respond to questions and see the relevant problems and to suggest strategies. Very strong in presenting the case, the law and relevant questions before the courts.’
Key clients
Allianz Re
Investec Bank
Credit Suisse
Marti Group
AIG
Beazley Group
Navigators/the Hartford
RiskPoint
Lloyd’s of London
COWI
Zurich Insurance
Liberty Specialty Markets
Aspen Insurance
Sichuan Road Bridge Group
Munich Re
Credit Agricole
Sweco
Betonmast
Hæhre
HSBC Bank
Gjensidige
HENT
Møller Mobility Group
Tryg
If
OPAK
Alfa Blue Ocean
Microchip Technology Norway
Work highlights
- Representing Valkyrien Utvikling and Fram Realinvest in a final settlement dispute arising from the construction and rehabilitation of a shopping centre in Oslo.
- Advising an automotive company on multiple individual damages claims.
- Advising IT company Nordlo Haugesund and its board members on multiple customer claims arising from a cyber-attack.
Advokatfirmaet Grette AS
Advokatfirmaet Grette AS‘ ‘very strong dispute resolution team‘ has a solid track record in handling construction litigation. The group provides ‘strategic advice‘ on a broad spectrum of contentious matters to prominent Norwegian entities. Practice head Line Wefald and Øystein Myre Bremset are sought after for their expertise in litigation, while Anders Myhre focuses on contract and construction law.
Practice head(s):
Line Wefald
Other key lawyers:
Anders Myrhe; Øystein Myre Bremset
Testimonials
‘We found them very user-friendly and they dealt very well with our clients.’
‘Dedicated, client focused, extremely high skills.’
‘Grette has a very strong dispute resolution team, and they cover all areas for our business. The team has the ability to give strategic advice adapted to each case and the client interests.’
Key clients
HENT AS
Elektro-Kontakten AS
Småkraft Utbygging AS
Olav Thon Eiendomsselskap ASA
Bravida Norge AS
If Skadeforsikring NUF
Oceanteam ASA
Selvaag Bolig ASA
Alento AS
Work highlights
- Providing ongoing assistance to HENT AS regarding proceedings arising from a dispute over the termination of a construction contract.
- Representing electrical contractor Elektro-Kontakten AS before the Supreme Court in a dispute arising from the construction and rehabilitation of a school building in Oslo.
- Representing construction company Alf Brekken & Sønner AS in a dispute with Veidekke Entreprenør AS arising from an infrastructure project in Lofoten.
Advokatfirma Kogstad Lunde & Co
Insurance disputes form the sole driver of work for the ‘very experienced and to-the-point‘ team at boutique firm Advokatfirma Kogstad Lunde & Co. The ‘always well-prepared‘ group is jointly led by Terje Marthinsen, who garners praise for his ‘very good insight‘, and Trond Werner Lunde, who has expertise in litigation and tort law. Karoline Stenberg handles professional liability and recourse claims.
Practice head(s):
Trond Werner Lunde; Terje Marthinsen
Other key lawyers:
Karoline Stenberg
Testimonials
‘An experienced and very competent team with the client’s commercial interests always in mind. Very good availability both with partners and younger lawyers and deliveries are made as promised/requested.’
‘Excellent in all aspects of dispute resolution, both in case preparation phase and in court.’
‘The people are very reliable. They have a high level of competence in their field of expertise. Always available and fast feedback from the team.’
‘Outstanding knowledge and performance.’
‘Terje Marthinsen is a knowledgeable insurance lawyer and always takes on cases in the best possible way.’
‘High performance law firm with custom-made solutions.’
‘Terje Marthinsen goes above and beyond to serve his clients.’
Key clients
Tryg Forsikring
Protector Forsikring
Gjensidige Forsikring
If
KLP
Sandefjord kommune
Alta kommune
Frende Skadeforsikring
Stavanger kommune
Haugesund kommune
Hedvig AB
AIG Europe
Fremtind Forsikring
The Norwegian Auditors’ Association
The Norwegian Government/Attorney General/The Norwegian Labour and Welfare Organisation
The Norwegian Government / The National Complaint|Board for Health Services
Eika
Frende Liv
Jernbanepersonalets Bank og Forsikring
Knif Trygghet Forsikring
Byggmesterforsikring
Pareto
Talgø MøreTre
Landkreditt Forsikring
Bane Nor
HCC International Insurance Company PLC
Ly Forsikring
Faver AS
Drangedal kommune
Orkland kommune
Work highlights
- Representing Eika Forsikring in a case concerning alleged insurance fraud, involving questions raised regarding the rules governing limitation in the Norwegian Insurance Act.
- Providing ongoing advice to Frende Insurance and If (as the insurer of the car and building respectively) in a NOK2bn recourse claim against a car manufacturer, following a car fire in a car park at Stavanger Airport.
- Acting for Tryg Insurance in a cross-border product liability claim spanning Norway, Ukraine and Belgium.
SANDS
White-collar crime expert Hege Birkeland Ersdal jointly heads up the practice at SANDS with Christian Kjellby Nesset, who is well versed in handling insurance disputes and contractual disputes. The aquaculture, construction, shipping, finance and retail industries are other key sector strengths for the team. Senior partner Morten Steenstrup is a highly regarded practitioner in the disputes space, and Morten Hugo Berger and Caterina Gaeta are also key names to note. Oddbjørn Slinning moved to Wikborg Rein in July 2022.
Practice head(s):
Hege Birkeland Ersdal; Christian Kjellby Nesset
Other key lawyers:
Morten Hugo Berger; Morten Steenstrup; Caterina Gaeta
Key clients
AF Gruppen
AKVA Group
Allianz
American Steamship Owners Mutual Protection & Indemnity Association
Chubb Insurance
CNH Industrial N.V.; and Iveco
BDO
Havkraft
Hybrid Minds
IKT-Norge
Johnson Controls
LB Samarbeidet AS
National Association of Private Kindergartens
Norsk Stein AS
OOIOT AS/Cypod Solutions AS/George Ezzat
Protector Insurance
RiskPoint
Retriever Norge
SGMT
Salmar
Stendi
Schenker
Zurich Insurance
Trechow-Fritzoe