Regarded as a ‘one‑stop’ by clients, Advokatfirmaet Schjødt AS has strong expertise in domestic and international bond financings, combined with activity in bond issuances and financings in the energy and maritime sectors. Marianne Lind Sahl steers the department and is a key name to note for IPO matters and equity market transactions. Kaare P Sverdrup leads the banking and finance group, while Viggo Bang-Hansen lends his expertise in bond issuances to clients in the energy sector, and Audun Bondkall is a key advisor on public offerings and listings.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Advokatfirmaet Schjødt’s capital markets team is truly a one‑stop shop for all of our legal needs. They do an incredible job providing end‑to‑end support, from initial structuring and documentation right through to execution and follow‑up. They are super responsive and proactive, think holistically about each matter, and are very business‑oriented—always taking the client’s broader perspective into account when giving advice.’
- ‘Thomas Aanmoen is the best lawyer I have ever worked with. He combines in‑depth legal knowledge with a practical, commercial mindset and a genuine focus on client service. He is exceptionally accessible, responsive, and thorough, and his advice is both strategic and pragmatic.’
- ‘The team consist of a strong partner with relevant experience and team members that are doers - an ideal constellation of advice and delivery.’
- ‘Their availability, their quick response time, and that they deliver what they promise at the right time are standout features.'
- ‘Erlend Bakken and Thomas Aanmoen are standout partners. These lawyers are top of their game and have deep legal knowledge and transaction handling know-how.’
- ‘Probably the best team in Norway. Very capable and quick turnaround on documents. High level of commercial approach to problem solving.'
Key clients
- ABG Sundal Collier ASA
- Advent
- Aker BioMarine ASA
- Altera Shuttle Tankers LLC
- Andfjord Salmon Group AS
- Archer Limited
- Arctic Securities AS
- Chip Bidco AS
- Crayon ASA
- Danske Bank
- Diversified Energy Company Plc
- DNB Bank ASA
Work highlights
Advised Advent on the NOK 5.98 billion public-to-private acquisition of Volue ASA, acquiring 98.9% of shares through voluntary cash tender offer.
Advised TGS ASA on USD 765 million cross-border debt refinancing following merger with PGS ASA, involving US high-yield senior secured notes and senior secured credit facilities.
Advised Sentia ASA on its initial public offering (IPO) on Euronext Oslo Børs priced the shares at NOK 50 each, resulting in an equity valuation of approximately NOK 5.0 billion.
Lawyers
Leading Partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Marianne Lind Sahl; Kaare P. Sverdrup
Other key lawyers
Viggo Bang-Hansen; Audun Bondkall; Thomas Aanmoen; Camilla Skøie Mørkve; Snorre Lyse; Ole Johannes Thue Jerving