Gunnar Martinsen
Europe Guide 2024
Band 1 : Energy: Renewables
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About
Provided by Gunnar Martinsen
Practice Areas
Renewable Energy and Infrastructure.
Gunnar works primarily with framework conditions and restructurings within the production and distribution of renewable energy. He has been ranked as a leader in his field both nationally and internationally. He advises both Norwegian and international renewable energy companies on energy- and concession law. Gunnar also advice hydropower companies in connection with acquisitions, mergers and restructurings.
Career
2000-current: Partner, Oslo office, Thommessen; 2008: Admitted to the Supreme Court of Norway; 1998-1999: Senior Associate, Oslo office, Thommessen; 1996-1997: Associate, Oslo office, Thommessen; 1995-1996: Associate, Oslo, Advokatfirmaet Raeder, Wisloeff and Aasland; 1993-1995: Legal advisor, Oslo, Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate
Professional Memberships
Norwegian Bar Association
Personal
2000: Candidate in Jurisprudence, University of Oslo.
Chambers Review
Europe
Gunnar Martinsen maintains an impressive practice acting for energy clients on large-scale M&A transactions in the sector. He is also recognised for his regulatory expertise.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Gunnar Martinsen is the number one lawyer in the energy sector."
"He is very knowledgeable when it comes to energy sector regulation, and has in-depth knowledge of our business. He is hard-working, service-minded and always available."
"He has an excellent combination of industry and juridical knowledge."
"Gunnar Martinsen is the number one lawyer in the energy sector."
"He is very knowledgeable when it comes to energy sector regulation, and has in-depth knowledge of our business. He is hard-working, service-minded and always available."
"He has an excellent combination of industry and juridical knowledge."