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Provided by Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS

Thommessen's construction group have in-depth industry knowledge and broad experience from various types of projects within all industries. We advise a large number of clients in relation to major construction, development and modification projects. Our construction group also advises clients on complex equipment procurements and deliveries.


We have detailed knowledge of the standard-form contracts, as well as common contractual set-ups, used in various industries. Our expertise also covers the non-codified Norwegian contract law and principles, and specialised regulations in relevant disciplines. Thommessen's construction group advises clients in all phases of a project, including contract strategy, bidding phase, contract drafting, tender evaluations and negotiation of final contracts, ongoing advice and follow-up during the projects, as well as the handling of potential disputes and insurance issues. Our extensive expertise in dispute resolution enables us to help clients avert conflicts through targeted and early advice on new projects. We are used to working closely with our clients’ project organisations, and are able to seamlessly adapt to the complexities and characteristics of each project.


Our comprehensive experience in advising various types of clients across industries makes us exceptionally well-qualified to provide in-depth and practically oriented advice, covering both legal and strategical aspects

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Construction - Norway

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Thommessen has vast experience handling matters relating to developments and construction disputes. The law firm advises high-profile clients on contracts and related negotiations as well as tender documents. Its expertise includes infrastructure, energy and transportation mandates.

Work Highlights

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  • Thommessen represented Bane NOR in a dispute against joint venture MossIA regarding the Sandbukta-Moss-Såstad development project on the Østfold railway.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Jacob F Bull
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Jacob F Bull
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Band 2

Jacob Bull regularly assists clients with the development of energy infrastructure, including offshore projects. He is also active in arbitration and mediation proceedings.

Jacob Bull is a trusted legal adviser with the utmost ability and understanding of our business and need for legal assistance.

Jacob Bull offers excellent support.

Jacob is highly experienced and provides practical and to-the-point legal advice.

Jacob Bull is a really good lawyer.

Jacob knows what the client needs.

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Kristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik
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Up and Coming

Kristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik is an up-and-coming lawyer in the field of construction law with particular expertise in contentious proceedings. She is knowledgeable in disputes pertaining to final accounts.

Kristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik is a very organised, knowledgeable and structured lawyer.

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Jacob F Bull
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Jacob F Bull
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Band 2
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Kristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik
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Up and Coming

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