Capital Markets: Equity - Norway
What the team is known for
Arntzen de Besche advises a broad client base of energy and aquaculture companies and private equity houses on corporate and M&A matters, including cross-border deals. The law firm handles acquisitions and investments as well as joint ventures and reorganisations. It also assists with ECM mandates such as right issues and private placements.
Strengths
"The lawyers have broad experience and the ability to see several aspects of complex issues."
"They always offer quick and high-quality responses and they deliver on time."
"Arntzen de Besche has a strong team of lawyers who complement each other to ensure the best possible outcome."
"They have a unique commercial acumen."
Notable practitioners
Per Dagslet advises on a range of M&A transactions. He has experience acting for trading houses and energy companies on cross-border mandates. "Per Dagslet is truly a team player and always offers a commercially strong approach." "He is engaged in the process and is so responsive. He is also very good in negotiations and can read the counterparty." "Per Dagslet is up to date, and he is succinct and practical in his advice."
A new addition to the ranking, Knut Martinsen heads the corporate and M&A department at Arntzen de Besche and advises clients in the technology and automotive industries on cross-border transactions across the Nordic region. "Knut Martinsen keeps it simple and he finds solutions." "He truly understands the commercial drivers and how to both safeguard and take advantage of the opportunities that come from M&A activity." "His strength is definitely his responsiveness." "He is a very talented lawyer and very hands-on. He is also very creative and incredibly focused on getting the right results."
