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Thommessen is one of Norway's leading oil and gas law firms, and has been engaged as advisers within the industry ever since the dawn of Norway's oil age.

We have assisted in connection with all the major structural changes and transactions on the Norwegian continental shelf. Our lawyers have been involved in everything from the restructuring of the State's ownership interests on the Norwegian continental shelf and the privatisation and listing of Equinor to the merger of Equinor's and Hydro's oil and gas activities. We have also been heavily involved in recent years' transactions resulting from established international players turning their focus to other geographies.

Our oil and gas team assists oil companies, suppliers, public authorities, investment banks and investors. We provide advice at all stages of a project, regardless of size, scope or legal area – from idea to delivery or from incorporation to sale or listing. With our in-depth understanding of the industry and long experience in all areas of expertise, we are able to provide practical and commercially sound advice. 

Chambers Review

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Energy: Oil & Gas - Norway

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Thommessen's oil and gas practice has an impressive corporate offering, working closely with the law firm's M&A and ECM departments to assist with transactions and commercial agreements. The team also advises on the acquisition and sale of assets and licences on the NCS. The law firm has offices in Oslo, Stavanger, Bergen and London, allowing it to service various national and international clients with cross-border work.

Work Highlights

  • Thommessen advised funds managed by affiliates of Apollo on the acquisition of a majority stake in OEG Energy Group.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Audun Stornes
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Audun Stornes
2
Band 2

Audun Stornes frequently acts for E&P companies on transactional mandates, with a particular focus on complex commercial agreements. He is based in Thommessen's Stavanger office.

Audun is extremely experienced and has in-depth knowledge.

Audun Stornes is a superb discussion partner on any topic.

Audun Stornes has a unique awareness of everything that is going on in our industry and market.

Audun Stornes has a diverse skill set and a deep knowledge of the industry and its stakeholders.

4
June Snemyr
4
Band 4

With a focus on regulatory and commercial matters, June Snemyr assists clients with projects in the energy transition.

June Snemyr is highly skilled, pragmatic and business-oriented. Her level of service is excellent.

June Snemyr has excellent legal skills and a high degree of commercial awareness.

She has broad commercial experience, in-depth legal knowledge and excellent negotiation skills.

Pål Lieungh
4
Pål Lieungh
4
Band 4

Pål Lieungh assists clients from the offshore and oil services sphere with a whole host of commercial agreements.

Pål is always available, sharp, solution-focused and delivers quality advice.

Pål Lieungh is very experienced. He knows the gas industry well and comes up with clear recommendations.

Pål Lieungh demonstrates a strong commercial acumen and a deep understanding of our organisation’s needs. He consistently provides pragmatic and solution-oriented advice.

Thomas Abrahamsen
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Thomas Abrahamsen
4
Band 4

Thomas Abrahamsen is well regarded for his practice handling transactions in the oil service industry. He operates from the law firm's Stavanger office.

Thomas Abrahamsen is very good at narrowing in on the commercial reality and real world risks, giving us a much more efficient and productive engagement.

Thomas is available and proactive, providing an excellent level of service.

Thomas Abrahamsen is an extremely knowledgeable, proactive and experienced lawyer.

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Norway

Energy: Oil & Gas

Audun Stornes
2
Audun Stornes
2
Band 2
4
June Snemyr
4
Band 4
Pål Lieungh
4
Pål Lieungh
4
Band 4
Thomas Abrahamsen
4
Thomas Abrahamsen
4
Band 4

Members

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Christian Hals

Head of Department

Ellen Karina Sødal Marstad

Henrik Hagberg

Jacob F. Bull

June Snemyr

Kristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik

Mads Haavardsholm

Ståle R Kristiansen

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