CMS Kluge showcases a strong track record in merger control and state aid cases, combined with activity in competition litigation. Department head Henrik Nordling is dual-qualified in France and Norway, and has experience representing clients before the European Commission and the EFTA Surveillance Authority. Bjørnar Alterskjær is an expert in state aid matters with a strong knowledge of EU and EEA law. Clemens Kerle shares this expertise and also offers advice to clients regarding notification and complaints procedures before the EFTA Surveillance Authority.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Strong competence.’
- ‘The lawyers have heavy professional expertise and commercial understanding and provide extensive assistance to both the private and public sectors. They have an extraordinary competence in assisting the public sector that no other firm can compare with.’
- ‘The entire team have previous work experience from ESA, and are specialists in state aid law. This brings unique knowledge of the legal field and the notification process. The lawyers also have quite extensive experience with the transport sector, which is especially valuable to us.’
- ‘Clemens Kerle is an efficient and highly knowledgeable state aid lawyer with vast experience of cases before ESA. He is an organised case manager who understands well how to navigate a case through ESA's procedures. He is also very sympathetic and an excellent discussion partner who makes the client feel that they are in the best of hands.’
Key clients
- Enova
- LEIA
- HeltHjem Netthandel
- SMT
- Gassnova
- The federation of Norwegian Industries
- NEO Energy
- CEPI
- CHC Helicopter
- Norske Tog
- Låssenteret
- Ministry of Education
Work highlights
Representing Låssenteret, as a claimant, in a private enforcement action against Assa Abloy which was heard by the EFTA Court.
Successfully defended CHC Helicopter in a private enforcement claim filed by Helitracks.
Representing HeltHjem in a complaint against Posten for breach of state aid rules which led to the ESA opening an investigation.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Henrik Nordling
Other key lawyers
Bjørnar Alterskjær; Clemens Kerle; Elin Engelsen Geitle