Mr Simon Knight > Juris > Reykjavik, Iceland > Lawyer Profile

Juris, renowned for its ‘deep expertise in corporate law, combined with an open-minded and solution-driven approach’, assists clients with comprehensive corporate and commercial advice on all aspects of the business, particularly in the fishing, energy, hospitality, technology, and property development sectors. The practice is jointly led by Halldór Jónsson and Andri Árnason, who handle large-scale corporate and development projects, as well as financial regulatory matters. Simon Knight has extensive expertise in both Icelandic and English law and is well equipped to assist both Icelandic and international clients on a wide range of corporate matters across various industry sectors, including infrastructure and energy. Ingvar Ásmundsson is another key member, providing guidance to companies and investors on corporate issues, including offering support to start-ups.

The ‘competent and efficient team’ at Juris provides litigation support to clients across various sectors, including those involved in the public services and private investment. Renowned for its expertise in managing high-value and complex disputes, the practice excels in property and construction conflicts, administrative law issues, and cases within the banking and financial sectors. Additionally, the partners’ experience with the Icelandic Competition Authority positions the practice as a preferred choice for contentious competition matters. Practice leaders Andri Árnason and Stefán A. Svensson are litigation experts, with Árnason specialising in financial litigation, and Svensson focusing on competition and planning litigation. Andri Andrason is a notable figure in commercial and financial litigation, while Simon Knight serves as a key contact for financial and corporate law matters.