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Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS

Construction

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Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS

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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

Band 2

Band 2


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 comprehensive dispute against the main contractor MossIA on the Sandbukta-Moss-Såstad development project on the Østfold railway.

Strengths

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  • They have a strong legal competence coupled with the ability to understand complex technical issues.

    Construction respondentEurope
  • The department stands out for its strong legal expertise combined with a deep understanding of technically complex subject matter outside the legal field.

    Construction respondentEurope
  • Thommessen has a high commercial understanding and understands customer needs.

    Construction respondentEurope
  • Thommessen has a strong team in construction and has provided tailor-made advice.

    Construction respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Jacob F Bull
    Band 2Jacob F Bull

    Jacob F Bull

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

    • Jacob delivers excellent advice on complex matters, with a practical approach.

      Construction respondentEurope
    • Jacob is a very efficient adviser and is always available.

      Construction respondentEurope
  • Up and ComingKristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik
    Up and ComingKristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik

    Kristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik

    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.

Ranked Individuals at Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS (2)

Norway

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