About

Provided by Wiersholm

The telecommunication, media and technology business includes some of the most expansive and innovative companies there are, both nationally and internationally.

We see a constant development on this area as a result of technological changes, market changes, developments in terms of legislation and strategic positioning of the players in the market.

Our inter-disciplinary practice area is market leading on the relevant areas of expertise and has the legal specialist competence, professional comprehensiveness and in-depth business knowledge that is necessary to handle this increasing complexity.


Our clients

Our clients are a number of major Norwegian and foreign companies that provide or purchase services in oil and gas, the pharmaceutical industry, information technology enterprises, organisations and institutions, the media and publishing sector, as well as, in some cases, individuals.

We place great emphasis on following up our clients closely, and our assistance comprises the entire spectrum of cases, such as telecommunication activities, patents, issues of data protection and electronic trade, as well as convergence-related issues. We also offer legal assistance and advice in connection with contract negotiations, as well as advice with regard to commercial and strategic choices.

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TMT - Norway

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Wiersholm is held in high esteem for its strength in all areas of TMT. The team is particularly active in large and nationwide IT outsourcings, licensing agreements and procurement. GDPR compliance and data processing as well as digitalisation projects are also handled by the law firm. Wiersholm also houses a well-reputed media practice, advising on distribution agreements, marketing law and television production. Additional strength lies in its handling of contentious matters across the field of TMT. Prominent international technology companies, public entities and domestic retailers beside market-leading media outlets belong to Wiersholm's client roster.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Hans Erik Johnsen
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Hans Erik Johnsen
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Band 1
Hans Erik Johnsen is a seasoned practitioner within the media industry and regularly advises prestigious clients on complex TV distribution agreements and media subscriptions and strategies.

He is very service-minded, with very good commercial awareness and the ability to give practical advice.

Hans Erik Johnsen is an experienced lawyer.

He is a strong team player with a high level of knowledge in the market.

Rune Opdahl
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Rune Opdahl
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Band 2
Rune Opdahl regularly advises on IT contracts, with particular expertise in outsourcing. He is also strong in data protection, especially with data processing and collections and related disputes with authorities.

Rune provides excellent legal and commercial advice in various matters.

He is client-friendly and easy to cooperate with.

He is highly valued for discussions and collaboration in sharing knowledge on AI.

Rune Opdahl is well known.

Rune Opdahl is very knowledgeable.

Theresa Schumacher Walberg
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Theresa Schumacher Walberg
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Up and Coming

Theresa Schumacher Walberg is acknowledged for her IT expertise, regularly assisting with the review of IT contracts as well as agreements pertaining to nationwide 5G networks.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Norway

TMT: Data Protection

Rune Opdahl
2
Rune Opdahl
2
Band 2
TMT: Information Technology

Rune Opdahl
3
Rune Opdahl
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Band 3
Theresa Schumacher Walberg
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Theresa Schumacher Walberg
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Up and Coming
TMT: Media

Hans Erik Johnsen
1
Hans Erik Johnsen
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Band 1

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