Construction
Europe Guide 2024 : Norway
Band 2
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Provided by Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS
Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS holds possession to one of the most skilled environments for building and construction in Norway. Our leading lawyers are top rated within offshore and onshore construction, and have vast experience with litigating cases before Norwegian courts at all levels. Our lawyers have been responsible for many of the most principled decisions. Glittertind’s lawyers also have comprehensive experience with arbitration – both as litigators and arbitrators.
We assist all players within the building and construction industry, including contractors, owners/clients, advisors, architects and real estate developers. Glittertind has a particular strong standing among the largest contractors in Norway.
Our experience with fabrication contracts, oil and gas, plus general commercial dispute resolution, gives us an extra edge in resolving disputes of all sizes. Additionally, we profit from our extensive experience with construction and commercial understanding when counselling prior to disputes arising, including the stages of contracting and final account.
Chambers Review
Glittertind is an established boutique with a strong reputation in the construction arena. The law firm is adept in contentious proceedings, often handling claims relating to final accounts and settlements as well as delays and disruption. Glittertind also assists with the review of construction contracts. The law firm's clients include international and domestic contractors and developers, including joint operations and ventures. Glittertind has particular experience in energy and infrastructure projects.
Work Highlights
- Glittertind represented EBA in a construction dispute before the Supreme Court related to the interpretation of the Norwegian standard form construction contract NS 8407 section 35.2 (b).
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Glittertind has a team of highly skilled litigation lawyers who are down to earth and get to the point."
"The construction team isn't afraid to challenge the client's position to help them understand all aspects of a case."
"The law firm has an experienced team that is able to understand complex and technical issues."
"Glittertind has a team of highly skilled litigation lawyers who are down to earth and get to the point."
"The construction team isn't afraid to challenge the client's position to help them understand all aspects of a case."
"The law firm has an experienced team that is able to understand complex and technical issues."
Notable Practitioners
Nils-Henrik Pettersson continues to be a highly esteemed lawyer who acts for domestic and international construction companies on contentious mandates. He boasts noteworthy experience handling infrastructure mandates.
"Nils-Henrik Pettersson offers a great level of service. He understands all aspects of a case and can easily identify the issues in a matter."
"He is a brilliant lawyer who continues to be active handling construction cases."
Peter Vagle is well placed to represent contractors in payment disputes. He is also frequently seen acting on hydroelectric power plant construction mandates.
"Peter Vagle has extensive experience in the construction area. He is able to provide the best advice."
"He is always available and his advice is excellent."
Aron Solheim continues to offer a solid practice representing clients in construction disputes relating to roads, motorways and power plants.
"Aron Solheim is an excellent lawyer who has a very good work capacity and an in-depth knowledge of the field."
"He is a very skilled partner."
Marius Borgen is frequently seen acting for construction companies on contract disputes involving high-value infrastructure projects.
"Marius Borgen has good insight into the field, and is very oriented towards client service."
Up-and-coming partner Asbjørn Dølvik joins the rankings this year after receiving strong market praise for his experience in the construction field. He is well placed to represent clients in disputes related to final accounts, the interpretation of fundamental terms and risk allocation.
"Asbjørn Dølvik has a very good commercial understanding, which allows him to offer good operational legal advice."
Ranked Lawyers at
Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS
Norway
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Asbjørn Dølvik
Head of Department