With notable experience in the field, the team at Réttur – Adalsteinsson & Partners, led by Oddur Ástráðsson, provides suitable advice to clients, with particular focus on EEA issues. Oddur brings experience in corporate, commercial, and tax law, and has knowledge working on both domestic and international matters. He is supported by Linda Íris Emilsdóttir, who advises particularly on dispute resolution, with further strengths in human rights, administrative, and corporate law.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency

Testimonials

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  • ‘I have worked with Réttur on competition law matters, and what makes the firm stand out is their rare ability to combine deep technical expertise with a clear, pragmatic approach. Competition law can be highly nuanced and fact-sensitive, but Réttur always provides advice that is not only legally precise but also commercially sound and actionable. What I particularly value is the team’s ability to navigate both domestic and EU competition rules with confidence.'
  • 'Compared to other firms, Réttur demonstrates an outstanding ability to anticipate regulatory concerns and to find constructive solutions that minimise risk while enabling commercial opportunities. The practice is also exceptionally responsive and efficient. They are quick to assess complex scenarios, cut through unnecessary detail, and provide clear recommendations.'
  • 'Their approach is collaborative, transparent, and highly client-focused, which makes them a trusted partner for handling sensitive competition matters.’
  • ‘I had an excellent experience working with Rettur law office. Compared to other law firms in Iceland, I found Rettur’s memos and answers to be the most thorough and helpful. They provide a truly individual approach, carefully tailoring their work to the client’s needs. I am very satisfied with their services and highly recommend them.’

Key clients

  • Skagastál ehf., At Iceland ehf. et al.
  • The Icelandic Nature Conservative
  • Guðmundur Gunnarsson and Magnús Davíð Norðdahl
  • Deutsche Lufthansa
  • Tintinimaginatio S.A. (Berenboom & Associés (SCRL))
  • Monerium ehf.
  • The Writer’s Association (RSÍ)
  • Reykjaprent ehf., et al.
  • IUNO advokatpartnerselskab
  • Nebius Group N.V.
  • Agilmark Trade Mark S.L.

Work highlights

Represented landowners in a case brought to the EFTA Surveillance Authority regarding property rights.
Advising landowners in a dispute regarding a planned transmission line on their lands, including court representation in multiple court cases and potential requests for an ESA advisory opinion on possible violations of the EEA-Agreement.
Advised the Writers’ Union of Iceland on its anti-trust complaint against Storytel.
Practice head

Oddur Ástráðsson

Other key lawyers

Linda Íris Emilsdóttir