Competition/Antitrust: Public Procurement

Håkon Cosma Størdal enters the top tier of the rankings this year on the back of his broad activity in competition law. He has notable experience in merger clearance filings, behavioural investigations, significant sector inquiries and high-profile damages actions.

"Håkon Cosma Størdal has a good overview of case law and a good understanding of economics. He is friendly and good to work with. He respects what we say and has got through cases that were hard to win."

"He is strategically very good, with a keen eye for anticipating the views of the authorities."

"Håkon displays remarkable proficiency, sound judgment, and an unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcomes for his clients."

"For mergers he is fantastic."

Morten Goller stands out for representing plaintiffs and third-party intervenors in contentious procurement matters, including before the Supreme Court. He often advises on damages actions and interim injunctions. He also assists public bodies and consortiums with tender processes and procurement competitions.

"Morten Goller has an extraordinary knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the public procurement rules and the practical sides of both the tendering process and the procurement process."

"He shows great knowledge of the client's business and always understands the need of the client."

"His expertise within the discipline of public procurement is second to none."

"He is always to the point, responsive and able to give practical advice to complex legal issues."

"In addition to his extraordinary legal skills, he is a very nice person and easy to get along with."

Thomas Naalsund often acts for bidders and third-party intervenors in contentious procurement cases. He also advises contractors on public procurement tenders.

"He understands the client and the client's business, and his advice is always excellent."

"Thomas Naalsund is easy to get along with and is one of our preferred lawyers within public procurement."

"He is easy to work with and has a good understanding of our business."

Elisabeth Lian Haugsdal moves up in the rankings following her involvement in high-profile follow-on damages actions. She offers further experience in merger clearance filings and state aid matters.

"Elisabeth is knowledgeable and pragmatic, and provides a high service level."

"She offers strong support and good knowledge on EU competition law."

Oda Hellenes Ekre enters the rankings on the back of assisting clients with several contentious public procurement cases, including damages claims and challenges to award decisions. She additionally assists consortiums with tender processes.

"She has excellent knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the public procurement rules and regulations. She also has excellent understanding of the client's business and always puts the client's interest first."

"She is efficient, and her advice is always excellent and well founded. When you combine her legal skills with her kind personality, you have a winner."

"She is dedicated to her work and will always follow up a request."