About
Provided by Advokatfirmaet Hjort AS
Hjort has a large Construction law practice, and our lawyers are regularly called on by firms engaged in the sector to offer advice and help to resolve disputes of all kinds. Hjort offers its services to contractors, property owners, consultants and suppliers alike. Due to the complexity of many construction-related assignments, we often find it useful to work closely with the real estate and European Competition Law practices. Together, we offer advice and support through all phases of the construction process.
Our attorneys are very familiar with the majority of areas in which construction-sector clients need advice, and have in-depth knowledge of the various standard contracts used in the industry. This combination of specialised expertise and commercial know-how has been built up over many years of practical experience. We are therefore extremely well placed to help you assess the pros and cons of various contracting models, negotiate terms and draw up the most appropriate contracts. In our experience, good advice at this stage reduces the risk of disputes arising during the actual construction period.
Chambers Review
Hjort's team is active in construction litigation and arbitration proceedings, with disputes relating to final settlement claims and building defects. The practice has experience in infrastructure construction projects, as well as developments in the retail and education sectors. Advokatfirmaet Hjort acts for a range of clients, including municipalities and developers.
Work Highlights
- Hjort represented Peab in a dispute with Horten municipality over the building of Sentrum School.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are business people as well as advisers."
"Hjort are experts in handling complex problems. We have received good support in some major cases."
"They are well covered with many lawyers with long and good experience, and have very short response times."
"They are business people as well as advisers."
"Hjort are experts in handling complex problems. We have received good support in some major cases."
"They are well covered with many lawyers with long and good experience, and have very short response times."
Notable Practitioners
Harald Fosse assists private clients and public entities with contentious and non-contentious construction mandates.
"Harald has a strong business profile and is an excellent adviser. He is a fast problem solver who immediately finds key solutions."
"His experience stood out on this subject, he could talk and find problems very quickly."