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BAHR

Real Estate

Europe Guide 2026 : Norway


BAHR

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About

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BAHR offers one of the premier teams in the Norwegian real estate market, regularly acting for the most important clients on the largest and most prestigious work. Known for the breadth of our practice, we have played a key role in developing models for the purchase, sale, development, administration, structuring, financing and leasing of property. And, as a central player in the transactional market, we have acted on many of the most exciting deals of recent years. Our impressive construction expertise is also in demand on landmark projects across the country, including the expansion of key infrastructure in the healthcare, education and transport sectors.

The team is a first choice for foreign investment into Norway due to our strong international reputation and expert knowledge of transaction structuring and cross-border tax. We are also well known nationally and internationally for our work for institutional investors, private equity funds and asset managers. Meanwhile our track record on complex, multi-use development and urbanisation projects, as well as our strong contacts with municipal and state administrations, means that many of the country’s most active real estate developers trust us to oversee their ventures from initial concept to completion.

And, as always, our high standards of client care mark us out. We have a constructive approach to working with clients and other key stakeholders to bring visionary schemes to fruition, closing deals on time and to budget.

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Norway

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

BAHR has a market-leading real estate practice acting primarily on commercial and industrial transactions. The firm represents investors, developers and funds in transactions and developments across Norway. BAHR is also active in real estate finance mandates. The firm additionally possesses expertise in lease agreements, tax-related matters and zoning issues.

Work Highlights

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  • BAHR assisted Merkantilbygg with a series of property company and portfolio sales, including the sale of Refstadveien 50 AS to Heitman, a tenement building comprising 203 units located next to Bjerke Travbane in Oslo.

Strengths

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  • They quickly identify practical strategies that move projects forward. This combination of expertise and problem-solving makes them a trusted and effective partner.

    Real Estate respondentEurope
  • The firm is highly responsive, with short turnaround times and a proactive approach to communication. This creates a sense of reliability and trust.

    Real Estate respondentEurope
  • BAHR has the ability to combine top-tier legal advice with a business mindset.

    Real Estate respondentEurope
  • BAHR stands out for its proactive and commercially-driven approach, going beyond pure legal advice to identify optimisation opportunities.

    Real Estate respondentEurope
  • Their expertise is exceptional and their work is highly precise. They take a distinctly solutions-oriented approach.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Andreas Rørvik
    Band 1Andreas Rørvik

    Andreas Rørvik

    Andreas Rørvik is a highly regarded lawyer handling large-scale real estate investments and financing transactions. He primarily represents investors and developers.

    • Andreas consistently links legal advice to our deal economics and risk priorities, gives clear calls and spots structuring options that create value.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
    • He is very experienced and likeable.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
    • Andreas is highly approachable and accessible. His ability to balance technical excellence with a clear focus on practical, commercial outcomes always keeps our objectives front and centre.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
  • Band 1Anne Sofie Bjørkholt
    Band 1Anne Sofie Bjørkholt

    Anne Sofie Bjørkholt

    Top-ranked Anne Sofie Bjørkholt is lauded for her unrivalled expertise in the full gamut of real estate law. Her knowledge extends to transactions, lease agreements, development projects and tax-related mandates.
    • Anne is good at everything, offering expert advice and unmatched commercial sense.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
    • She combines analytical strength with the ability to present complex issues in a clear and accessible way, making her an effective connector between stakeholders.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
    • Anne Sofie Bjørkholt stands out for her practical, hands-on, and commercial approach. She combines strong legal expertise with a deep understanding of business and transaction dynamics, ensuring advice that is both legally sound and strategically aligned.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
  • Band 3Ole Andreas Dimmen
    Band 3Ole Andreas Dimmen

    Ole Andreas Dimmen

    Ole Andreas Dimmen assists with the sale and purchase of real estate companies, assets and portfolios.
    • He is extremely skilled and analytical in his profession.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
    • He is both responsive and has excellent commercial knowledge.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
    • He is very good, responsive and firm as our adviser.

      Real Estate respondentEurope

Ranked Individuals at BAHR (3)

Norway

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