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CMS Kluge Advokatfirma AS

Employment

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CMS Kluge Advokatfirma AS

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CMS Kluge is one of the largest providers of employmen legal services in Norway, with a presence in all of Norway's major cities. We are recognised for our expertise across a range of industries that are central to the Norwegian economy, including the oil & gas, shipping, technology, telecommunication and construction sectors. We handle employment law issues on behalf of several of the largest employers in the public sector from a range of industries. 

The team has extensive experience of all issues across the spectrum of employment law. This involves assisting our clients in individual and collective employment law, public employee law, pension law and personal privacy protection (GDPR). Our services include advice in connection with regular business operations and various forms of reorganisation, staff reductions and the sale of businesses. 

Our team also holds a strong position in the market for our compliance expertise. We have a distinguished reputation for advising on some of the most high-profile and critical whistle-blowing cases 

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Employment - Norway

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
CMS Kluge has a respected employment team offering expertise in restructuring and downsizing processes. It also assists with collective agreements, transaction-related mandates and employee transfers, as well as advising on investigations and disputes. The practice benefits from an international network of offices and is a frequent choice for multinational clients.
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Work Highlights

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  • CMS Kluge represented Norwegian Nuclear Decommissioning, a Norway-based public agency that has been established in order to decommission the two Norwegian nuclear test plants. The firm advised the client on all legal issues related to the decommissioning.

Strengths

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  • CMS Kluge really put effort into understanding our business, which is greatly appreciated.

    Employment respondentEurope

  • I find the lawyers at CMS Kluge accommodating, hands-on and able to understand problems and find solutions.

    Employment respondentEurope

  • The team's blend of expertise, enthusiasm and close client follow-up makes their support exceptionally valuable.

    Employment respondentEurope

  • CMS Kluge handles complex matters really well, combining pragmatic and business-focused advice that delivers clear and actionable solutions.

    Employment respondentEurope

  • The team have a wide range of skills in the employment field in Norway.

    Employment respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Anders Stenbrenden
    Anders Stenbrenden

    Anders Stenbrenden

    Head of department Anders Stenbrenden progresses in the rankings. He handles a variety of employment law mandates, including restructuring and downsizing processes, employment disputes and whistle-blowing investigations.
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  • Marco Lilli
    Marco Lilli

    Marco Lilli

    Marco Lilli has experience working on a range of employment issues, including reorganisations, workforce reductions and TUPE matters. He often assists prominent private companies as well as state and public bodies.

    • Marco ticks all the boxes as a trusted legal adviser. He is always available and solution-oriented.

      Employment respondentEurope
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  • Nils Kristian Lie
    Nils Kristian Lie

    Nils Kristian Lie

    Nils Kristian Lie is particularly active in contentious employment law mandates pertaining to redundancies, dismissals and whistle-blowing cases.

    • He is a very good lawyer.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • Nils is able to explain complex legal issues in a way that is easy for non-legally trained staff to understand and implement.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • Nils stands out for his outstanding legal competence, excellent communication skills, extreme responsiveness and pedagogic approach to clients.

      Employment respondentEurope
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  • Nina G. Sandnes
    Nina G. Sandnes

    Nina G. Sandnes

    Nina Sandnes handles a variety of employment law matters, ranging from reorganisations to termination disputes. She operates from CMS Kluge's Bergen office.

    • Nina gave great support.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • Nina Sandnes stands out through her deep legal expertise, strategic approach and ability to manage complex negotiations.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • Nina showcases an in-depth understanding of the problem at hand.

      Employment respondentEurope
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