Corporate Compliance & Investigations
Europe Guide 2024 : Norway
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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.
Chambers Review
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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"The lawyers are always very approachable, pleasant, quick and responsive."
"The team provides on-point and academically strong deliverables, and also has a strong commercial awareness."
"The lawyers are always very approachable, pleasant, quick and responsive."
"The team provides on-point and academically strong deliverables, and also has a strong commercial awareness."
Notable Practitioners
Geir Sviggum advises clients on matters relating to complex crisis management, anti-corruption, export control and sanctions. He frequently acts on cross-border matters.
"He has a lot of experience and gives good and business-related advice."
"Geir Sviggum is clever and sophisticated and has good communication skills. He offers a high service level and strong intellectual capacity."
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.
"Elisabeth Roscher is a pleasure to work with. She is academically strong and has a good understanding of the business."
"She is very experienced and has been on different sides of the table."
Tine Elisabeth Vigmostad makes her debut in the rankings on the back of impressive market support. She is recognised for her work advising on anti-bribery and money laundering measures, with additional expertise in sanctions and export control compliance.
"She has a broad understanding which she can use in different matters."
"She's detailed when we ask her to be, but is also willing to listen and take on the pragmatic and commercial concerns."
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