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Simonsen Vogt Wiig's Oil and Gas Practice

Simonsen Vogt Wiig has one of Norway’s broadest and most internationally oriented oil and gas practice groups. The team has the largest asset transaction volume by number of transactions in Norway the last five years. 

Having been involved in the Norwegian oil adventure from the start the firm can offer one of the industry’s most highly respected consulting environments through our offices in Oslo, Stavanger, Bergen and Kristiansand.

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Energy: Oil & Gas - Norway

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Simonsen Vogt Wiig has a highly regarded practice, well known for its expertise in international oil and gas projects, particularly in emerging markets. The law firm frequently acts for domestic and foreign government bodies and state enterprises, advising on regulatory frameworks and compliance in connection with exploration and production matters. Its lawyers also have experience in local and cross-border transactions and contractual agreements, as well as energy-related dispute resolution mandates.

Work Highlights

  • Simonsen Vogt Wiig assisted the Mozambican Government with its upstream oil and gas regime, including the Rovuma Basin Project.

Strengths

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Simonsen Vogt Wiig's combination of expertise, reliability and efficiency contributes to a high level of trust in all engagements.

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Simonsen Vogt Wiig holds strong domain knowledge as well as a consistent ability to deliver high-quality work within agreed deadlines.

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Simonsen Vogt Wiig's deep understanding of the energy sector is invaluable.

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The Simonsen Vogt Wiig team demonstrates strong legal expertise, sound judgment and a practical approach to problem-solving.

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Notable Practitioners

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Bjørn-Erik Leerberg
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Bjørn-Erik Leerberg
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Bjørn-Erik Leerberg often assists domestic and foreign companies as well as state entities with regulatory matters and transactional mandates.

Bjørn-Erik Leerberg is always available to assist.

Bjørn-Erik is excellent.

I'm honoured to have worked closely with Bjørn-Erik Leerberg, he has a valuable legal legacy.

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Gunnar Espeland
4
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Gunnar Espeland is actively praised for advising clients in decommissioning and field development projects on the Norwegian Continental Shelf.

Gunnar Espeland understands the broader business context and consistently offers advice that aligns legal strategy with commercial goals, helping clients make well-informed decisions.

It is such a pleasure to work with Gunnar, he is always proactive and thinking outside the box to satisfy the client.

Gunnar Espeland is committed to our success.

Gunnar Espeland is an expert and a creative thinker. He's an exceptional person and a delight to work with.

Gunnar Espeland demonstrates a high level of sophistication, handling complex legal matters with expertise and precision.

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Ranked Lawyers at
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Energy: Oil & Gas
Bjørn-Erik Leerberg
3
Bjørn-Erik Leerberg
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Gunnar Espeland
4
Band 4
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Members

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Andrea Fleime Syversen

Atle Berentsen

Christian Ditlev-Simonsen

Gunnar Espeland

Robin Aker Jakobsen