Leveraging its global network of offices, Wikborg Rein is especially well positioned to handle cross-border disputes. The practice group is co-led by experienced partners Ola Nisja, who is renowned for complex construction projects and contractual disputes; and Marie Nesvik, who has an impressive track record in international and cross-border litigation. For commercial litigation and arbitration proceedings, Ola Haugen is a key contact, while the ‘reliable’ Kaare Andreas Shetelig combines expertise in post-M&A and public sector disputes with a background litigating on behalf of the Norwegian government. Jørgen Vangsnes takes point on technology disputes, while Aadne Haga leads the international arbitration team and is well regarded within the energy and commodities sectors.
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Testimonials
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‘Strong team with a perfect blend of court skills and technical skills.’
‘Kaare Andreas Shetelig is reliable, and trustworthy and gains respect from all parties and stakeholders in a court case. He picks out the crucial items and lets the non-crucial be back home.’
‘The best team in Norway when it comes to arbitration in general and energy disputes in particular.’
‘Aadne Haga is a brilliant arbitration practitioner and his experience with energy disputes is second to none.’
‘Jørgen Vangsnes has a sharp focus on the essential legal and economic questions.’
‘Kaare Shetelig is a good litigator and nice to cooperate with.’
‘They have a very strong track record in acting as counsel for international arbitrations, including in some of the largest cases. They have a very high standard in all aspects of client service and case preparation and they are a pleasure to work with.’
‘They stand out for their commitment to cases, their understanding of both the legal and quantum issues, their attention to detail and for being extremely good colleagues.’
Key clients
- Naftogaz of Ukraine
- Volvo/Renault
- Telenor ASA
- Fjord1 AS
- Nordiska Galleriet Group AB
- Zürich Incurance Group PLC
- Petter Stordalen
- MAN Energy Solutions SE
- Lunar Bank A/S
Work highlights
- Acting as lead counsel for Naftogaz in an ICC arbitration against Gazprom concerning payment for rendered services of organising natural gas transportation through the territory of Ukraine.
- Acting as counsel for leading telecoms provider Telenor ASA in a tax case against the Norwegian government with an amount in dispute of NOK9.2bn.
- Acting as counsel for Marsh in a complex dispute against Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL) related to insurance brokerage services.
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Ola Nisja
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Practice head
Ola Nisja; Marie Nesvik
Other key lawyers
Ola Haugen; Kaare Andreas Shetelig; Jørgen Vangsnes; Aadne Haga