CMS Kluge advises an extensive client base on the full range of non-contentious and contentious TMT matters, spanning public procurement, data protection, and telecommunications, with particular expertise in the media and entertainment sector. The practice is jointly led by IP and media specialist Marte Thorsby and IT and digitalisation expert Anne Buan.
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Testimonials
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- 'I have been working with Marte Thorsby for more than 20 years. She is the go-to person when it comes to music rights. With her, a great team has grown, and we have used several of the advisors from CMS Kluge, always with great satisfaction.’
- ‘Kluge is an outstanding law firm, and working with Marte Thorsby has been a true privilege. Marte is, without doubt, a leading advisor in the field of intellectual property and an exceptional expert in music rights. What sets her apart is not only her profound legal knowledge but also her deep understanding of the industry and the market. This unique combination makes her advice both highly reliable and commercially insightful.’
- ‘Anne Buan is our main point of contact, especially for public procurement matters, and we are very pleased with that. She combines deep legal expertise with a down-to-earth and genuinely friendly manner, which makes her very easy to work with. No question ever feels too small or too basic, and she creates an open and respectful dialogue. Her client service and availability are excellent, and she is responsive. What truly makes her stand out is her ability to bring clarity to complex legal issues through clear and effective communication.’
- ‘Marte Thorsby is an outstanding leader of the CMS Kluge TMT practice and a true standout in the market. What makes her unique is the rare combination of deep legal expertise, particularly in the music and wider creative industries, with a strong commercial mindset and exceptional client focus. She consistently provides advice that is not only technically precise but also highly pragmatic, ensuring that legal solutions align seamlessly with business objectives.’
- ‘Both the depth and the breadth of their team are outstanding. The team shows excellent legal understanding and has a very good knowledge. They handle large digitalisation and sourcing projects, commercial negotiations and licensing/subscription models regarding software, cloud computing, and other as-a-service deliverables.'
- ‘Anne Buan has extensive experience with IT and technology procurements and contracts, from both the client and supplier sides. This insight provides a valuable foundation for assessing the overall risk landscape. We find the advice to be highly reliable—both professionally and practically. She is solution-oriented and demonstrates a clear understanding of our needs.’
Key clients
- IFPI Norway
- Music Nest Norway
- Spellemann
- Brønnøysund Register Centre
- Norske Tog
- KONGSBERG
- DFØ
- SIKT
- Tet Digital
- Norwegian Nuclear Decommissioning
- Lotteries Entertainment Innovation Alliance
- Fremtind Service
Work highlights
Advising IFPI Norway, the leading Norway-based organisation which represents 27 international and local music companies in the Norwegian market, on all of its legal matters, covering lobbying, licensing and related work.
Advised Music Nest Norway, the main licensing organisation for music producers in the Norwegian market, on its licensing matters and negotiations.
Assisted DFØ, the Norway-based government agency which is responsible for the public and financial management of all governmental entities, with the Norwegian marketplace framework agreement for the procurement of public cloud services to circa 190 state enterprises in Norway.
Practice head
Marte Thorsby; Anne Buan