Regarded for ‘professional expertise and comprehensive industry insight’, Kvale Advokatfirma DA has seen an increasing stream of contentious work in its practice, alongside being active across the offshore sector. Co-head Kristian Lindhartsen has notable proficiency in marine insurance, and co-head Gry Bratvold is a key contact for international offshore projects, advising on tenders, contract negotiations, and operational matters. Lilly Kathrin Relling frequently assists with building contracts and charter parties.
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- ‘Professional expertise and comprehensive industry insight, deliver practical and solid advice. High level of professional quality and service with lawyers seeking solutions. Offer specialised assistance with technical knowledge combined with legal advice.’
- ‘Fighting for the best solution.'
Key clients
- Havila
- Fearnlys Offshore
- Bourbon Offshore Norway
- First Marine
- Brit Syndicate 2987
- Nørresundby Rederi & Shipping af 2017
- Vilma Oil
- Hardangerfrakt
- Clarksons Platou
- Kongsberg Maritime
- Noble Corporation (formerly Maersk Drilling)
- Statnett SF
Work highlights
Advised BW Offshore on the transition of FPSO BW Adolo operations to BW Energy.
Advised BW Offshore on the cross-border contractual aspects for towing the Barossa FPSO from Singapore to Australia.
Led a multi-jurisdictional dispute for Ropeblock following the collapse of an offshore crane on the vessel Orion I, involving claims against the classification society DNV and coordination across various contractors and insurance entities.
Practice head
Kristian Lindhartsen; Gry Bratvold
Other key lawyers
Tobias Kilde; Synøve April Rylund Glesaaen; Lilly Kathrin Relling