About
Provided by BAHR
When it comes to complex, high value commercial litigation and arbitration, BAHR is a first choice. We serve a variety of clients in the full range of commercial disputes, from shareholder and post-M&A litigation, to banking and insolvency disputes, fraud and asset tracing, and insurance disputes. Our real estate and construction litigation expertise is highly sought after, while we are also seeing an increase in professional liability cases.
The group enjoys a strong profile in a number of key niches. These include IP litigation, where we represent many of the world’s leading pharmaceuticals patent originators, and tax litigation, where we enjoy an outstanding record of involvement in ground breaking cases. In line with our strength in the sector, we also have considerable experience in offshore construction, oil services and shipping disputes.
With a number of our team members qualified to appear before the higher courts, we have developed one of the country’s premier appellate practices, and have been involved in a number of the highest profile cases decided by the Norwegian Supreme Court in recent years. We are also skilled in handling international arbitrations before a variety of tribunals, as well as in mediation.
In every dispute we aim to solve our client’s problems as simply and cost effectively as possible. Where this can be done without litigation we try to guide clients towards the best possible solution, fighting their corner tenaciously where it cannot.
Chambers Review
BAHR advises clients on a range of commercial and contractual litigation, including shareholder and post-M&A disputes, as well as insurance cases and damages claims. The law firm also represents clients in construction and liability disputes, as well as contentious shipping mandates. Lawyers in the practice acts for a number of clients from the energy sector, including on arbitration proceedings.
Notable Practitioners
Gunnar Sørlie is a longstanding name in the market whose dispute resolution work covers a range of issues including handling compensation claims involving construction defects.
Jan Jansen is a market-leading lawyer whose dispute resolution practice covers a broad range of matters including insurance arbitration proceedings and energy sector litigation. "Jansen's strength is that he provides clear advice, boiled down to the relevant issue," reports one client.
Atle Skaldebø-Rød advises on a broad range of commercial litigation, including post-M&A disputes. He is also adept at handling maritime insurance cases. "Skaldebø-Rød is someone who can handle a court hearing with calmness, confidence and a measured approach," according to one interviewee.
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