Advokatfirmaet Bull AS has a well-established client base that includes contractors and builders, with the firm involved in commercial building and infrastructure projects. Practice co-head Thor Wessel has developed a wide construction practice, including advising on matters pertaining to disruption claims and building defects. Co-head Bjørn Erik Mørkved lends his previous in-house experience to act for both residential and commercial clients on disputes. Andreas Dysthe and Charlotte Amalie Wilhelmsen are also key practitioners in the group.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Bjørn Erik Mørkved stands out for making complex construction law accessible.'
  • ‘From our perspective as a client, Bull’s construction practice combines sector knowledge, pragmatic judgement, and genuine accessibility. The team understands the commercial realities facing contractors and turns complex contractual issues into clear and workable solutions.’
  • ‘This firm is very competent in handling complex contract drafting, analysis, and negotiations. Their lawyers are quick to respond and give clear advice which is easily understandable for us non-lawyers.'
  • ‘Thor Wessel; very competent within claims in the construction industry. Offers an outstanding service with availability and fast feedback.’
  • ‘The team is competent within different areas, and has worked excellently with having one contact person - offering a fast reply and very good follow-up on ongoing cases.’
  • ‘Our main contact at Bull & Co is Bjørn Erik Mørkved. He is available, easy-going, but technically very skilled. Bjørn Erik is quick to understand the core issues we are dealing with at the business end of things. His advice is always to-the-point and practical.’

Key clients

  • Aurstad Tunnel AS
  • Baneservice AS
  • Elkjøp Norge AS
  • Endúr ASA
  • HENT AS
  • NHO
  • Mapei AS
  • Posten Norge AS
  • Doppelmayr Scandinavia AS
  • Sparebank 1 Forsikring AS
  • Uno-X Forsyning AS
  • Dormakaba

Work highlights

Represented HENT AS in legal proceedings against the development company Røa Torg Næring AS, where the opposing party has submitted claims against HENT for alleged deficiencies.
Defending Elkjøp Norge AS in a lawsuit filed by Storm Entreprenør AS for damages.
Represented HENT AS which has initiated legal action against subcontractor Hesselbergtak AS with claims for compensation related to deficient workmanship.
Practice head

Thor Wessel; Bjørn Erik Mørkved

Other key lawyers

Andreas Dysthe; Charlotte Amalie Wilhelmsen