Wikborg Rein advises on structuring and transactions, transfer pricing, dispute resolution, and tax policy matters for businesses and organisations. The firm has particular expertise advising financial institutions, hydroelectric power companies, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals on strategic tax planning and dispute resolution. The practice is led by Anders Myklebust, a tax law expert, and also benefits from Harald Hauge, who has extensive experience in structuring, transactions, incentive programs, and dispute resolution.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The Wikborg Rein team we have worked with is always professional, delivering results on the agreed timeframe and is available to discuss and assist. The team is very competent, and from what we can see, they deliver good results for an appropriate fee. Furthermore, they ensure good collaboration with us as client and any other parties to a given matter needing assistance. They use technology in an appropriate way, to ensure the best results and time-efficient work.’
- ‘The team responds fast and accurately. Good communication within the expected time limit.’
- ‘Harald Hauge has great knowledge and expertise.'
- 'All of them are easy to work with and deliver in line with our expectations.’
- ‘Proactive and good team with deep knowledge in tax for Shipping companies.'
- ‘Deep knowledge and proactive, also prepared to take a view and give clear advice.'
Key clients
- Telenor ASA
- Norsk Hydro ASA
- Mowi ASA
- Gard AS
- Elkem ASA
- Norwegian Oil Taxation Office
- Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co
- Fornybar Norge
- SoftwareOne AG
- Adevinta
- Vigner Olaisen AS
- Gram Car Carriers ASA
Work highlights
Representing Petter A. Stordalen in a major tax dispute for the courts related to paid in capital for tax purposes.
Representing several large Norwegian aquaculture groups in connection with ongoing tax reviews.
Representing Storebrand Livsforsikring AS in a principal tax dispute where the Ministry of Finance has sued The Norwegian Tax Appeals Board after the latter ruled in favour of Storebrand Livsforsikring AS.
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
Anders Myklebust
Other key lawyers
Harald Hague