Advokatfirmaet Hjort demonstrates strong expertise in copyright law, particularly within the audiovisual media sector, while also advising clients on broader industrial intellectual property rights (IPR), including trademarks, designs, and product copying. The practice is led by media copyright specialist Monica Syrdal, with experienced litigator Rolf Chr. Trolle Andersen serving as another key team member.
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- Highly qualified and experienced in IPR and competition law, both commercially and academically (which is a rare and valuable combination). Straight to the point advice, always on, speedy and accurate, decent prices.
- Monica Syrdal stands out from the crowd in the Norwegian IPR and competition law environment as a very qualified and experienced advisor, with in-depth business understanding, straight-to-the-point advice, speedy and accurate, and with decent pricing. Obviously, she is one of the leading advisors in Norway.
- 'Monica Syrdal stands out from the crowd in the Norwegian IPR and competition law environment as a very qualified and experienced advisor, with in-depth business understanding and straight-to-the-point advice. Obviously, one of the leading advisors in Norway.'
- 'Highly qualified and experienced within IPR and competition law, both commercially and academically (which is a rare and valuable combination). Straight to the point advice, speedy, and accurate.'
Work highlights
Represented Stein Lie and Roar Grande in high-profile litigation against artist Bjarne Melgaard concerning the validity of art sale agreements and rights to artworks, securing a complete victory in Oslo District Court and a NOK 12.4 million award, with ongoing representation in the appeal process.
Advised Kabel Norge, the industry association for cable and IPTV distributors, on legislative consultation and lobbying regarding amendments to the Norwegian Copyright Act, including coordination with major broadcasters and drafting unified industry submissions on EU copyright directive implementation.
Represented BMW AG in Norway in trademark and anti-counterfeiting matters, including successful customs seizures of counterfeit goods, advocacy before the Norwegian Industrial Property Office for trademark registrations, and ongoing advice in trademark disputes with new market entrants.
Practice head
Monica Syrdal
Other key lawyers
Rolf Chr. Trolle Andersen