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Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS Offices
DRONNING MAUDS GATE 15
Pb. 1383, 0114
0250 OSLO
Norway
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Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS > The Legal 500 Rankings
Construction Tier 1
Construction boutique Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS is ‘a leading firm’ fielding ‘a very strong team’, which is ‘professional, precise, available and highly competent’ and has ‘the courage to raise critical questions and to be tough and honest’. The group focuses on high-profile contractor clients with its roster including NCC and Veidekke; the team also recently represented Skanska in a claim against the Norwegian rail authorities relating to disruption costs regarding the construction of a new railroad from Larvik to Porsgrunn. Asbjørn Lyséll Dølvik heads up the practice, which also includes the highly regarded Nils-Henrik Pettersson, litigator Peter Vagle and managing partner Aron Solheim. Therese Kristiansen was promoted to the partnership in early 2020.
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Testimonials
‘Very strong team and a leading firm within construction law.’
‘Glittertind is professional, precise, available, quick at responding, and highly competent. When you cooperate with Glittertind you clearly get the feeling that you are working with the best team.’
‘The courage to raise critical questions and to be tough and honest with the client if the client has a “weak hand” (but without overruling the client, and also without being stuck with that “first impression” of the “weak hand” if new details surface).’
‘Nils Henrik Pettersson has great capacity.’
‘Knowledge, competence and ability to adapt and give advice in any situation needed. They also have a strategical overview looking forward.’
‘Very impressive how fast Dølvik is able to understand the “big lines” of a construction project, and especially all the details of each claim that is disputed.‘
‘Pettersson can pick up small details and understand the importance of them even if others don’t see it at first.‘
Key clients
JV Skanska Strabag ANS
Skanska Norge AS
JV Veidekke Hochtief ANS
NCC Norge AS
Veidekke Entreprenør AS
BetonmastHæhre Entreprenør AS
Aldesa Entreprenør AS
Implenia Norge AS
Backe Gruppen
AF Gruppen Norge AS
Norconsult AS
Jm Norge AS
Peab AS
Hab Construction AS
Bundebygg AS
NRC Rail AS
Marthinsen & Duvholt AS
Vassbakk & Stol AS
Dispute resolution Tier 1
Boutique construction, oil and energy, and dispute resolution firm Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS has been notably active in construction disputes, professional liability claims and corporate cases. It recently represented the former minority shareholders of Aurora LPG Holding in claims alleging their shares were bought in violation of Norwegian securities trading laws, and acted for Greenpeace in a claim against the Norwegian Government arguing the provision of petroleum production licences breaches the constitutional right to environment protection. Anders Ryssdal leads the practice, which also includes the highly regarded Nils-Henrik Pettersson, Emanuel Feinberg and managing partner Aron Solheim.
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‘Outstanding within the construction law field.’
‘Honest advice. They tell you what might be the outcome of the conflict right away – good or bad! Serious lawyers.’
‘Strong in-depth knowledge. Curiosity and detail minded.‘
Key clients
Pandox AB
Christen Sveaas/Kistefos AS
Trygge Barnehager AS
Crudecorp AS
Trannel International Ltd
FSN Capital Partners AS
H. Aschehoug & Co
Greenpeace
Sundt AS
Skanska Norge AS
Hæhre Entreprenør AS
NCC Norge AS
Veidekke ASA
Eiendomsspar AS
Offshore construction and shipbuilding Tier 2
Construction and dispute resolution boutique Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS is a key name in the market for construction litigation. Geir-Arne Borgestrand leads the industry and energy group, which ‘combines solid expertise in contract and civil litigation with good knowledge of the offshore construction industry’, and also fields highly regarded litigator and construction specialist Nils-Henrik Pettersson. Clients include Crudecorp and Sub-Seatech Contracting.
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‘Highly qualified lawyers with a lot of experience in court proceedings.‘
‘Glittertind combines solid expertise in contract and civil litigation with good knowledge of the offshore construction industry. The firm also has good technical/IT capabilities, making them effective in their work.’
‘Geir-Arne Borgestrand stands out for his ability to navigate complex and extensive issues, and his ability to lead and motivate both the clients and his internal team.‘
Key clients
Crudecorp AS
Sub-Seatech Contracting Corp.
Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS > Firm Profile
The firm: Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS was established on 1 December 2015, and has experienced a remarkable development and growth in the years since then. Today it is one of Norway’s leading law firms within commercial dispute resolution. Its target areas include construction, fabrication, professional liability, disputes pertaining to company law and real estate.
Glittertind believes in hard work and professional expertise, and stresses that it is here for the client – not the other way around. Glittertind shall operate its business in a sustainable way, meaning that it is thinking long-term for both clients and employees. A well-rehearsed and stable team that knows the client, creates the best framework and conditions for a great result.
Areas of practice: Construction: Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS holds possession to one of the most skilled environments for building and construction in Norway. Its leading lawyers are top rated within offshore and onshore construction, and have vast experience with litigating cases before Norwegian courts at all levels. Its lawyers have been responsible for many of the most principled decisions.
Energy and industry: Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS holds possession to one of the most skilled environments for building and construction in Norway. Its leading lawyers are top rated within offshore and onshore construction, and have vast experience with litigating cases before Norwegian courts at all levels. Its lawyers have been responsible for many of the most principled decisions
Dispute resolution and litigation: Glittertind is a niche firm within dispute resolution and litigation. All of the firm’s lawyers work with commercial dispute resolution on a daily basis, including negotiations, mediation (both in and outside of the courts), and litigation before the ordinary courts and through arbitration.
Several of the firm’s lawyers are admitted to the Norwegian Supreme Court. It also has lawyers with experience as judges, both as judges in the ordinary courts and as frequently appointed judges in arbitral panels. It litigates matters on behalf of Norwegian and foreign clients within most legal fields
Main Contacts
| Department | Name | Telephone | |
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| Construction | Asbjørn L. Dølvik | asbjorn.dolvik@glittertind.no | +47 408 64 634 |
| Energy and industry | Geir-Arne H. Borgestrand | geir-arne.borgestrand@glittertind.no | +47 952 01 435 |
| Dispute resolution and litigation | Emanuel Feinberg | emanuel.feinberg@glittertind.no | +47 452 16 316 |
Lawyer Profiles
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Marius Borgen | Marius Borgen is specialized within construction, oil, gas and other energy, plus general commercial… | View Profile |
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Asbjørn Lyséll Dølvik | Partner Asbjørn Dølvik graduated from the University of Oslo (cand. jur./master of… | View Profile |
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Emanuel Feinberg | Partner Emanuel Feinberg works with general dispute resolution and litigation. Emanuel has… | View Profile |
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Mr Geir-Arne Heiestad Borgestrand | Partner Geir-Arne Heiestad Borgestrand is specialized within construction, oil, gas and other… | View Profile |
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Nils-Henrik Pettersson | Partner Nils-Henrik Pettersson has worked as a lawyer since 1984. He has… | View Profile |
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Anders Ryssdal | Partner Anders Ryssdal has been a practicing attorney since 1984. He has… | View Profile |
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Aron Solheim | Aron Solheim is an experienced litigation and construction law attorney. Aron has extensive… | View Profile |
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Peter Vagle | Partner Peter Vagle has extensive experience with litigation and procedural matters, construction… | View Profile |