Co-led by Stefan Þór Ingimarsson, the banking, finance, and capital markets team at ADVEL Attorneys at Law plays a key role in the market, advising major Icelandic banks on high-stakes projects, including EMTN programmes. Ingimarsson provides expertise in company and corporate law and brings a depth of cross-border experience, having worked on numerous international transactions. Dóra Sif Tynes also co-leads, using her extensive background in EU competition law to provide specialized advice; additionally, Bjarni Þór Bjarnason provides support on a number of matters, using his broad tax experience.
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Testimonials
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- ‘We highly value the personal service provided by the firm, which sets them apart from many competitors. Their approach ensures direct engagement and consistent attention from partners, with less reliance on associates. This results in a closer working relationship and a more tailored experience. The team also demonstrates a strong level of expertise in international law, providing us with clear, practical, and commercially minded advice across complex cross-border matters.’
- ‘We have greatly benefited from working with Stefan Þór Ingimarsson, who is a strong legal professional with a deep understanding of complex matters. He combines expertise with personal service and close attention, ensuring that our needs are consistently met. His ability to provide clear, practical, and all-around legal advice makes him a highly trusted advisor and an invaluable partner for our business.
- ‘The team is very strong and knowledgeable, they are quick to service their clients and give thoughtful responses and advice.’
- ‘Dóra Sif Tynes and her team have provided a stand-out service, extremely knowledgeable and generous with their time and advice. Friendly while markedly professional.’
- ‘The team is very professional and great to work with. They show expertise in multiple sectors and great guidance when it comes to complicated issues.’
- ‘The team I work with consistently demonstrates exceptional dedication to client success. What sets them apart from competitors is their reactive communication style in addition to expertise with a genuinely collaborative approach, making complex matters feel manageable.’
Key clients
- Arion Bank
- Kvika Bank
- Hampidjan
- Klappir Green Solutions
- VÍS (Iceland Insurance Company)
- Oryggismidstodin
- atNorth (Nordic Data Center Services)
Work highlights
Providing advice to Arion Bank on its EMTN programme.
Provided advice to Arion Bank on its Covered Bond programme.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Stefan Þór Ingimarsson
Other key lawyers
Dóra Sif Tynes; Bjarni Þór Bjarnason