Regulatory, compliance and investigations

Wikborg Rein

Praised by clients for fielding the ‘strongest and most competent practices for compliance and investigations’, Wikborg Rein draws from its international network to offer a multidisciplinary practice equipped to handle compliance and regulatory work. Department co-head Elisabeth Roscher is well-regarded for advising on complex compliance cases, and fellow department head Geir Sviggum is skilled at compliance mandates with international elements. Another core area for the team is trade compliance and sanctions work, where Tine Elisabeth Vigmostad leads on international investigations. At associate level, Hanne Rustad Gundersrud is a key contact for cross-border investigations and complex international disputes. Håkon Stalheim Meldahl joined from Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS in June 2024, strengthening the team's sanctions and export control offering.

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Testimonials

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‘I believe that Wikborg Rein has one of the strongest and most competent practices for compliance and investigations among all comparable law firms in Norway. They have experts on many topics and more international presence and experience than most of their competitors.’
‘Tine Vigmostad is probably the best sanctions lawyer in Norway. Geir Sviggum is both a very strong communicator and has vast international experience.’
'Kristin Brattli is very service-minded and business-oriented. She is truly concerned with the client's needs and has valuable knowledge of the regulatory framework as well as best practices among peers.’
‘The team at WR is responsive, knowledgeable, and practical in their proposed solutions to client problems. They are focused on excellent client service, in addition to delivering great advice.’
‘I often have had the pleasure of having Tine Vigmostad as the main point of contact. She is always quick to respond and spearhead the relevant team of resources needed to help with the matter at hand.’
‘Potential clients will want to know that the team is not only legally strong but also has a holistic business understanding, allowing them to deliver tailored solutions that protect both the legal and financial interests of the client.’
‘Geir Sviggum stands out with his exceptional responsiveness and strategic approach, both legally and commercially. He is known to us for his smart problem-solving, combining creative legal strategies with commercial acumen to ensure optimal results for clients.’
‘The WR team is exceptional and my go-to for all my Norwegian sanctions queries. They are extremely commercial and every client I have sent to them has been happy with the service. ’

Key clients

Samherji hf
Aker Solutions ASA
Havila Kystruten AS
Huawei Technologies AS
Telenor ASA
The Norwegian Helsinki Committee
Norad (the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation)
Sametinget
Klaveness Marine AS

Work highlights

Assisted the board of Samherji hf with a broad and extensive international investigation in a number of countries.
Providing ongoing assistance to the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs as the Ministry's preferred external counsel, domestically and internationally.
Providing ongoing assistance to the Sami Parliament, in a landmark case regarding the government's decision to electrify gas production taking place on Melkøya in Finnmark county.