About

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Non-compliance with laws and regulations not only expose businesses to criminal and civil liability, but may also have detrimental reputational consequences. Our Compliance and Crisis Management Team assist private and public entities in preventing and detecting corruption and other economic crime or misconduct, both in Norway and abroad.

We provide advice on corporate governance and assist in the development of compliance programs within different areas of law. We also conduct due diligence (IDD) of various types of business partners, conduct and advise on internal investigations and provide legal assistance to companies faced with potential corporate criminal liability. 

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Corporate Compliance & Investigations - Norway

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What the Team is Known For

Wikborg Rein has a top-tier practice acting on all aspects of compliance, including sanctions and trade control, anti-corruption and money laundering and whistle-blowing. The law firm supports a diverse client base of public bodies and corporations on day-to-day compliance adherence, as well as internal and external investigations. The team is frequently highlighted for its international and cross-border expertise.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Geir Sviggum
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Geir Sviggum
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Geir Sviggum advises clients on matters relating to complex crisis management, anti-corruption, export control and sanctions. He frequently acts on cross-border matters.

Geir shows a deep understanding of commercial issues and offers pragmatic and practical solutions to complex dilemmas. He is a very valuable discussion partner who quickly grasps the relevant issues.

Geir Sviggum's experience and client orientation is unrivalled.

Elisabeth Roscher
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Elisabeth Roscher
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Elisabeth Roscher handles investigations and compliance relating to anti-corruption, money laundering, whistle-blowing, economic sanctions and export control. She often represents clients from the energy sector in cross-border mandates.
Tine Elisabeth Vigmostad
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Tine Elisabeth Vigmostad
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Up and Coming

Up-and-coming practitioner Tine Elisabeth Vigmostad is recognised for her work advising on anti-bribery and money laundering measures, with additional expertise in sanctions and export control compliance.

Tine Elisabeth Vigmostad is very strong in trade sanctions regulation. She is constructive and provides practical and adequate support in a timely manner.

Tine is probably Norway's best sanctions lawyer.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Corporate Compliance & Investigations

Geir Sviggum
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Geir Sviggum
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Band 1
Elisabeth Roscher
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Elisabeth Roscher
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Band 2
Tine Elisabeth Vigmostad
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Tine Elisabeth Vigmostad
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Up and Coming

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