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Advokatfirmaet Schjødt

Aquaculture and Fisheries

Europe Guide 2026 : Norway

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Advokatfirmaet Schjødt

About

Provided by Advokatfirmaet Schjødt

Schjødt's industry group for Fisheries & Aquaculture is a fully integrated competence group composed of industry experts representing all our legal specialties, such as regulatory matters, contractual matters, dispute resolutions, M&A, Capital Markets, etc.

Schjødt's group is leading in the Norwegian market when it comes to regulatory competence and insight. We have a team of dedicated lawyers, including on PhD level, who are fully dedicated to the regulatory regime applicable to the players in the industry.

Schjødt has released the only commentary textbook to the Norwegian Aquaculture Act as well as scientific publications within fishery and aquaculture law.

The group advises Norwegian and international aquaculture clients on all business aspects, focusing on the following:

  • Conventional, offshore and landbased fish farming
  • Development and growth
  • Permits and licenses
  • Technology, equipment & shipping
  • Processing and sales

Our recognized lawyers have in-depth experience to provide effective and highly professional legal services and tailored advise to our aquaculture clients within our three main practice areas:

  • Advisory
  • Transactions
  • Dispute Resolution

Chambers Review

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Aquaculture and Fisheries - Norway

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Schjødt acts for a range of clients, including domestic and international seafood companies and producers, as well as suppliers, fish farming groups and shipping companies. The law firm assists with regulatory, licensing and contractual matters. The team also handles transactions within the industry, including finance mandates.
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Strengths

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  • The team at Schjødt offer great solutions on difficult matters.

    Aquaculture and Fisheries respondentEurope

  • Schjødt stands out for its deep understanding of the fisheries sector and the complex regulatory environment surrounding it, making its advice both relevant and highly effective.

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Members

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  • Stian Tennfjord

  • Henrik Grung

    Head of Department

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