Active advisor on restructuring and insolvency, BAHR has positioned itself as a key advisor on bond defaults and associated negotiations. Practice head Richard Sjøqvist has long-standing experience and has acted on major restructurings within the market. Magnus Tønseth is recommended for his expertise in international restructuring cases. Daniel Jovanovic works closely with banks, investors, and issuers on restructuring and enforcement matters. Steffen Rogstad is a key supportive presence on restructuring at the firm, and Kristine Hjertenæs has recently represented agents and lenders in restructurings.

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'BAHR’s insolvency and corporate recovery practice is technically strong and commercially minded. In complex situations, the team maps legal options to business realities, helping clients prioritise risks and maintain momentum among stakeholders.'

Key clients

Nordea Bank Norge ASA
DNB Bank
Nordic Trustee ASA
Credit Agricole Corporate
Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB
ING Bank NV
Swedbank AB
PGS ASA
Danske Bank
Export Finance Norway
Citibank N.A
ABN Amro Bank N.V

Work highlights

Advising Ellos Group AB, on a ground-breaking transaction in the Swedish market to restructure and issue a new bond in a fully Swedish law governed setting.

Acted as Norwegian legal adviser and global legal coordinator to leading seismic vessel operator PGS ASA on the successful financial restructuring and refinancing of financial commitments.

Advising OSE-listed Aker Horizons ASA in connection with its investment in Mainstream Renewable Power.

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