The dispute resolution team at NORMA Advokater KB advises on real estate, retail, and finance disputes. Heading the practice group is Mikael Claes, who has extensive experience in contractual disputes as well as IP litigation. Jonas Öjelid is a key name for disputes in tenancy law, and Erik Karlsson undertakes a range of disputes involving high-risk loans and bonds.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Norma is distinguished by its pragmatic, efficient, and highly responsive lawyers who combine deep legal expertise with a strong commercial understanding. They are known for being attentive and adaptable, ensuring that client needs are not only heard but addressed with practical, results-oriented solutions.’
- ‘The team seems to be versatile in legal questions but also in how to approve issues from a strategic perspective, which has been extremely valuable for us.’
- ‘What has impressed me most about the individuals I have worked with at Norma is their unique ability to combine deep legal expertise with a truly client-focused approach. Unlike many competitors, they are not only technically excellent but also pragmatic, responsive, and easy to work with.'
- ‘I chose this firm because I wanted both professionalism and personal commitment – and that is exactly what I experienced. What makes this practice unique is the combination of deep legal expertise and a very pragmatic, solution-oriented approach.’
- ‘Accessibility and simplicity, which is reflected in their communication and client interaction.’
- ‘Mikael Claes has strategic negotiation skills, clarity in his communication, and the ability to build trust in complex legal contexts.'
Key clients
- LSTH Svenska Handelsfastigheter AB
- Fastighets AB Balder
- Municipality of Vänersborg
- Vinga Corporate Finance
- Municipality of Uddevalla
- DAB Group AB
- CSC (Sweden) AB
- SBB Sågklingan i Västerås AB
- Jernbro Industrial Services AB
- AB Karlskronahem
Work highlights
Representing a publicly traded real estate company in a post-acquisition arbitration concerning breaches in warranties regarding environmental remediation.
Representing Vänersborg Municipality in a claim against the Swedish Maritime Administration concerning maintenance costs for a bridge. The underlying agreements between the parties date back to 1943 and 1964.
Representing a Swedish company against several previous employees in legal proceedings regarding breaches of the Trade Secrets Act.
Practice head
Mikael Claes
Other key lawyers
Erik Karlsson; Jonas Öjelid