Wikborg Rein

Procurement, Information Technology, Contract Law and Construction, Dispute Resolution

Jørgen has substantial experience in litigation and dispute resolution. Jørgen's practice encompasses dispute resolution and advisory services in complex contractual disputes, inter alia technology and IT law, in addition to tort law and real estate-related disputes. Through his background with The Attorney General for Civil Affairs and The Office of the Prime Minister, Jørgen is also experienced in public administrative law, and in advising in matters related to law and politics. Jørgen is specialised in civil procedure, a subject he has teached at the University, and within which he has written a book and several articles. Jørgen is admitted to the Supreme Court and has litigated cases before Norwegian courts at all levels, as well international courts. From Legal500: ‘Jørgen Vangsnes has an intuitive understanding of complex questions and complicated cases. He is sharp and strong on delivery, a very cherished adviser and priceless support.’ ‘Jørgen Vangsnes is an exceptionally skilled lawyer.’

2020 – Partner, Wikborg Rein, Oslo

2018 – 2019 Senior Advisor, Office of the Prime Minister

2014 – 2015 Deputy Judge, Oslo District Court

2011 – Lecturer, University of Oslo

2011 – 2020 Attorney, Attorney General for Civil Affairs

2010 – 2011 Research Assistant, University of Oslo

2004 – 2006 C2IS-operator/-officer, Norwegian Coastal Ranger Commando

2022 – The Norwegian Bar Assosciation's committee on Administrative law

2021 – JUS (Center for Continuing Legal Education) - Committee on civil procedure

2017 Admitted to the Supreme Court

2006 – 2011 Master of Laws, University of Oslo