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Advokatfirmaet CLP DA Offices
PB 1974 – VIKA, 0125 OSLO
Sommerogata 13-15
0158 OSLO
Norway
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Advokatfirmaet CLP DA > The Legal 500 Rankings
Capital markets Tier 2
Advokatfirmaet CLP DA primarily focuses on ECM work and regularly acts for issuers, investors and managers on equity offerings; the team also assists with securities and stock exchange law issues and corporate governance work. Department head Edvard Cock handles M&A, restructurings, stock exchange listings and issuances; and Andreas Kildal advises on public and private M&A and trades in listed securities. Lars Gunnar Aas, Jakob Villum and senior associate Joakim Gjerde also contribute to the practice.
Practice head(s):
Edvard Cock
Testimonials
‘CLP has a very strong team supporting us in all aspects related to capital markets, M&A and corporate governance. As we have limited internal resources, it is very good to have a team available that gives on the spot advice and support.‘
‘Andreas Kildal is our main partner. He has 100% availability for us.’
Key clients
Techstep ASA
Atlantic Sapphire AS
poLight ASA
Aqua Bio Technology ASA
Element ASA
S.D. Standard Drilling Plc
Funcom N.V.
Hofseth BioCare ASA
Saga Tankers ASA
Induct AS
Black Sea Property AS
KID Interiør ASA
Data Respons ASA
NattoPharma ASA
Team Tankers International Ltd (previously Eitzen Chemical ASA)
Nordic Semiconductor ASA
Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2
Lars Gunnar Aas leads the department at Advokatfirmaet CLP DA, which has the ‘ability to easily gain the client’s trust’ thanks to a ‘commercially insightful’ approach. The group is singled out for its private equity expertise and fund work and counts private equity firms, funds, investors and financial institutions as clients; notable examples include Ferd, Viking Venture and SpareBank 1 Gruppen. Alexander Lund is a key name for private equity and fund issues, Jakob Villum focuses on M&A work, and Edvard Cock also handles capital markets transactions. Amund Erdal was promoted to the partnership in 2019.
Practice head(s):
Lars Gunnar Aas
Testimonials
‘I mostly appreciate the team’s ability to easily gain the client’s trust, sticking their necks out when recommending structures and solutions.‘
‘Mid-sized legal adviser, fully competitive with other top providers. Always available, commercially insightful and consistent partner presence throughout the process.‘
‘Jakob Villum stands out with solid commercial mindset, experience in venture structuring and his ability to get transactions over the line. Especially the last point, and his commitment to deals.‘
‘Lars Gunnar Aas is highly driven, insightful across disciplines and always available.‘
Key clients
Ferd
SpareBank 1 Gruppen
Fortum Oyj
Kredinor
Viking Venture
Standout Capital
Alliance Venture
Agder Energi
Cubera
Powel
Verdane Capital
Stykket Invest
Credo Partners
Signicat
Scandza
Summa Equity
Hofseth International AS
Flying Elephant
Dispute resolution Tier 2
M&A and commercial litigation boutique Advokatfirmaet CLP DA has expanded beyond its traditional real estate strength to handle matters across the oil and gas, finance, construction, insurance, media and technology sectors. The group recently acted in the high-profile Gassled litigation and represented Skeie Technology in a dispute against the Norwegian Government relating to the standard parent company guarantee required by the government for activities on the Norwegian continental shelf. Contract and real estate expert Egil Jarslett, media and IP specialist Kyrre Eggen and Vidar Riksfjord, who is ‘extremely dedicated to every case’, jointly lead the dispute resolution practice, which also counts managing partner Fred Arthur Andersen as a key practitioner.
Practice head(s):
Egil Jarslett; Kyrre Eggen; Vidar Riksfjord
Testimonials
‘The team consists of lawyers with unique individual skills. They cover a considerable area of commercial law, but are still highly specialised within key fields.‘
‘CLP is very dedicated to the task given, always setting up a highly competent team with short response times and well-qualified suggestions. They are always trying to find the best solution, with good advice, even in cases where we as a client see the reality differently. This reality check is important for us as a client.‘
‘Pragmatic, result-oriented and non-bureaucratic.‘
‘Kyrre Eggen is a brilliantly creative and intuitive litigator. He has a unique talent in spotting the core of complex matters and making original and effective moves to achieve optimal results. He is shrewd and determined in cross-examinations.‘
‘Vidar Riksfjord has a unique knowledge of business terms, and is extremely dedicated to every case and task we have worked with. He always involves a highly competent team but the follow up is made by him as a partner in the law firm. In many other companies the partner starts, and the rest is done with associates. This is not the case with CLP and Vidar, who we can recommend as a top lawyer in Norway.‘
‘Ability to address the key issues in a straightforward yet non-emotional way and ability to find solutions.’
Key clients
FERD AS
Recover Nordic AS (Recover Nordic Group)
4Service AS (4Service Group)
Skeie Technology AS
Codan (RSA Insurance Group)
Capeomega AS
Silex Gas Norway AS,
Solveig Gas Norway AS
Infragas Norge AS
First Hotels
Flying Elephant
Finnmark Rein AS
Subway AS
Interwell AS
Stykket Invest AS
NCC Norge AS
Induct AS
Scandza
OBOS BBL
J. B. Ugland Holding AS
E&P Holding AS
Production Energy Company AS
HIYR AS
Hofseth Aqua AS
Power Norge AS(former Expert Norge AS)
Vesteraalens AS
Kredinor SA
DNO ASA
Equinor ASA
British American Tobacco Company
Amedia
Verdens Gang (VG)
Scott Free Films
Vice Media
Netnordic Communications
Silver Spring Networks Inc.
TINE SA
Hegnar Media AS
Alevo Group S.A
Alfa Sko AS
Bergens Tidende
Fresh Fitness AS
Real estate Tier 2
‘Highly skilled lawyer’ Håvard Skogvoll, heads up the department at Advokatfirmaet CLP DA and has ‘a unique ability to create a friendly deal environment’. Clients also praise Elin Mack Løvdal, who ‘exudes experience with a no-nonsense attitude’, and senior lawyer Mathias Borch, who is ‘an outstanding real estate legal adviser’. The practice focuses on transactions and property development projects including transformation projects and mixed-use projects; the team is also a key name in the market for foreign real estate funds investing in Norway.
Practice head(s):
Håvard Skogvoll
Testimonials
‘CLP offers a unique team of individuals, with a passion for real estate and top-notch legal competence. Having CLP on the buy side or sell side of a transaction is always a positive when negotiating a real estate transaction. The partners exude trust and are able to create an amiable environment for negotiations and facilitating an effective process for reaching a final agreement.’
‘It is my impression that the firm has a very good insight into the Norwegian real estate market. The advice given is always on-point and the firm provides excellent value for money. I highly appreciate that I have a single point of contact with Håvard Skogvoll, even if multiple lawyers work in the background in case of larger transactions.’
‘Strong ability to understand, solve and communicate the underlying commercial aspects of legal issues. They provide a proactive approach to advising on current and potential risks involved in both developments and transactions.’
‘Håvard Skogvoll has a great sense of humour and has a unique ability to create a friendly deal environment. His legal competence in real estate matters is unquestionable.’
‘Elin Mack Løvdal exudes experience and a no-nonsense attitude.’
‘Mathias Borch exudes confidence and knowledge, as well as being service minded towards clients and others.’
‘I have mainly worked with Håvard Skogvoll from the firm. He is a very skilled lawyer who is able to identify important matters quickly and also provide durable solutions. He is an extremely strong negotiator who has a lot of focus on the commercial aspects of a transaction without compromising the level of legal expertise.’
‘Elin Mach Løvdal provides efficiency and valuable recommendations in every process.’
‘Mathias Borch is an outstanding real estate legal adviser. He has broad experience in the real estate field, and it shows in his advice, as he is able to provide sound legal advice on the whole real estate value chain. This is amplified when he follows a real estate investment from acquisition to development, management and divestment. He can look forward and identify and legally manage potential risks.’
Key clients
Catella Real Estate AG
Scala Eiendom AS
Scandinavian Property Group AS
Euro Real Estate S.a.r.l.
Kongsberg Gruppen ASA
J.B Ugland Eiendom AS
CapMan Real Estate Oy
Selvaag Eiendom AS
Fortum Oy
Fredriksborg Eiendom
Oslo House Development
Electricity and renewable energy Tier 3
Advokatfirmaet CLP DA’s renewable energy, power and transmission department, which was formerly part of the corporate group, has notable strength in transactional mandates including acquisitions and divestments; the team’s expertise also encompasses power purchase agreements, project developments, cable and grid projects, energy software issues and clean-tech investments. The group’s client roster includes domestic and international purchasers, sellers, stakeholders and managers; key examples include Agder Energi, Hafslund Marked and eSmart Systems. Lars Gunnar Aas and newly promoted partner Amund Erdal jointly lead the practice.
Practice head(s):
Lars Gunnar Aas; Amund Erdal
Testimonials
‘The department, led by partners Lars Gunnar Aas and Amund Erdal, is highly responsive, very knowledgeable and has great commercial insight (all crucial for our choice of legal adviser).‘
‘Young and energetic team.‘
‘Lars Gunnar Aas is unique.‘
‘Lars Gunnar has, as our trusted legal adviser, delivered an outstanding service for many years. He is very responsive, extremely knowledgeable and always provides on-point advice. He is also an excellent project manager and manages to stay on top whilst at the same time having full insight into the crucial details.‘
‘Amund Erdal has been a great addition to the renewables team. He is very efficient, and has extensive knowledge of the regulatory framework in addition to being an experienced and first-class M&A lawyer.‘
‘Lars Gunnar Aas is very hands-on in projects. Competent knowledge of the sector and tough in negotiations.‘
Key clients
Agder Energi AS
Fortum Oyj
Hafslund Marked AS
Agder Energi Vannkraft AS
Fortum Oslo Varme AS
Fortum Markets AS
Statkraft Ventures GmbH
Ånstadblåheia Vindpark AS
Nygårdsfjellet Vindpark AS
Sørfjord Vindpark AS
Røros Elektrisitetsverk AS
Freyr AS
Baze Technology AS
Powel AS
Enfo Technology AS
Agder Energi Venture AS
BKK AS
Intex Resources ASA
eSmart Systems AS
Scala Eiendom AS
Intellectual property Tier 3
Advokatfirmaet CLP DA’s IP strength lies in its contentious expertise and the group fields noteworthy litigators including Kyrre Eggen. The practice also assists with licensing matters, contract drafting work and transactional issues for a roster of technology companies including Vivaldi Technology and View Software. Team head Stephan Brodschöll acts for clients in the internet, telecoms, technology, biotech and life sciences sectors; and Kjetil Vågen focuses on assisting retailers and franchisors.
Practice head(s):
Stephan Brodschöll
Testimonials
‘Technically very strong and commercially aware with good sector knowledge.‘
‘The team is very capable, responsive and approachable.’
Key clients
Agder Energi Kraftforvaltning AS
View Software AS
Agder Energi/ Los Energy AS
Vivaldi Technology AS
TMT Tier 3
The TMT practice at Advokatfirmaet CLP DA is noted for its expertise acting for software and internet companies at a global level, regularly handling licensing issues, litigation, contract drafting and regulatory matters. The team is also increasing its focus on technology transfer work in digital payment solutions technology and energy-related software applications. Stephan Brodschöll leads the technology law department and is a key contact for contractual and regulatory advice.
Practice head(s):
Stephan Brodschöll
Key clients
Signicat AS
Agder Energi Kraftforvaltning AS
View Software AS
Numascale AS
eSmart AS
Vivaldi Technologies AS
Interwell AS
NetNordic AS
Boost Communications AS
Bakken & Bækk AS
Made for Movement AS
Norigin Media AS
Symetri Collaboration AS
Sanity AS
House of Control AS
Cimpress Corp
Dyreidentitet AS
PoLight AS
Advokatfirmaet CLP DA > Firm Profile
People are different, and so are lawyers, and law firms. Offering top-tier legal advice with personal touch and commitment, CLP was set up in 2007 as a dynamic, exclusive boutique alternative to the largest law firms in Norway.
CLP’s lawyers have experience in a range of sectors and legal areas. Many also have experience working in areas other than law and several have degrees in finance and business administration. We are convinced that this makes CLP better equipped to assist our clients in an increasingly complex legal environment.
CLP ranks highly in national and international legal rankings and our clients include a number of leading Norwegian and international companies.
Solid industry knowledge combined with our hands-on approach ensures efficient processes. Our clients use CLP as both legal adviser and commercial sparring partner. It is profitable for clients to work with CLP.
Main Contacts
| Department | Name | Telephone | |
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| Corporate/M&A | Fred Arthur Andersen | faa@clp.no | +47 922 90 185 |
| Capital markets | Edvard Cock | eco@clp.no | +47 415 04 004 |
| Dispute resolution | Egil Jarslett | eja@clp.no | +47 481 16 980 |
| Renewable energy, power and transmission | Lars Gunnar Aas | lga@clp.no | +47 911 19 886 |
| Private equity | Alexander S Lund | asl@clp.no | +47 913 47 061 |
| Commercial real estate | Håvard Skogvoll | hsk@clp.no | +47 480 12 328 |
| Retail | Kjetil Vågen | kva@clp.no | +47 977 69 083 |
| Technology and media | Stephan Brodschöll | sbr@clp.no | +47 480 07 749 |
Lawyer Profiles
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Mr Amund Berthelsen Erdal | View Profile | |
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Mr Egil Jarslett | View Profile | |
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Mr Andreas Kildal | View Profile | |
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Mr Alexander Sandberg Lund | View Profile | |
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Mr Vidar Riksfjord | View Profile | |
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Mr Kjetil Vågen | View Profile | |
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Mr Jakob Villum | View Profile |