About

Provided by AGP Advokater AS

What we do: AGPs Corporate/M&A practice advise on the full range of transactions, from large complex cross-border transactions involving listed companies to smaller domestic work.

What to expect: Experienced, compact teams typically consisting of two partners and two to four associates depending on the project. Partners are highly involved in projects, ensuring that our most experienced practicioners are available for clients.

Who do we work for: Clients include both listed and unlisted Norwegian companies, private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies, family offices and individual investors and companies. A substantial portion of our work is cross-border for both foreign and Norwegian clients, working closely with lawyers in the relevant jurisdictions. We work regularly in particular for US corporates and financial sponsors on acquisitions and investments in Norway.

Notable references: AGP possibly has the highest market share as counsel to Oslo listed technology companies, where we have consistently been M&A and Capital Markets counsel to approx. 20-25% of the listed companies in this category. We have a long-standing track record of advising on both IPOs and take private transactions.

Chambers Review

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Capital Markets: Equity - Norway

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

AGP Advokater is an M&A and ECM boutique. The law firm's client roster consists of a broad range of listed entities and private companies, including multinational corporations. AGP is recognised for its ECM capabilities, assisting issuers and investment firms with IPOs, listings and private placements. The lawyers have experience in cross-border matters.

Work Highlights

  • AGP acted for Hermana Holding on its listing on Euronext Oslo Børs.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Lars André Gjerdrum
3
Lars André Gjerdrum
3
Band 3

Lars André Gjerdrum ably advises clients on M&A mandates, in addition to equity capital markets matters such as private placements and listings.

Lars André Gjerdrum is super solid at handling the complexity of transactions.

Lars is extremely hands-on, offers practical advice and is an excellent discussion partner, with broad experience in capital markets transactions.

He prioritises the client.

Gard A. Skogstrøm
4
Gard A. Skogstrøm
Head of Corporate/M&A
4
Band 4
Gard Skogstrøm has experience acting on transactions for listed companies, often from the technology sector.

Gard is fantastic. He has the experience and depth of knowledge to advise on just about any transaction, and knows how to get deals done.

Gard is a phenomenal lawyer and a great collaborator. He is responsive, efficient and extremely knowledgeable. He has practical solutions for many complex issues.

Gard always has a good view of what drives business and the desired endgame. He is able to predict the practical and business implications of agreements.

He is pleasant and proficient, and has a sharp legal mind.

Nils Olav Aarseth
4
Nils Olav Aarseth
Head of Corporate/M&A
4
Band 4
Nils Olav Aarseth is a knowledgeable M&A practitioner who has experience in advising investment firms.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Norway

Capital Markets: Equity

Lars André Gjerdrum
3
Lars André Gjerdrum
3
Band 3
Corporate/M&A

Gard A. Skogstrøm
4
Gard A. Skogstrøm
Head of Corporate/M&A
4
Band 4
Lars André Gjerdrum
4
Lars André Gjerdrum
4
Band 4
Nils Olav Aarseth
4
Nils Olav Aarseth
Head of Corporate/M&A
4
Band 4

Members

Provided by AGP Advokater AS

Gard A. Skogstrøm

Gard A. Skogstrøm

Head of Department

Ketil E. Sauarlia

Nils Olav Aarseth

Nils Olav Aarseth

Head of Department