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Widely recognised as a top-tier commercial dispute resolution firm, our unique team of experienced Icelandic and English lawyers includes the “outstanding” Andri Árnason and the “excellent” Stefán Svensson. Our aim is always to resolve disputes as quickly and efficiently as possible, cutting through complexity and focusing on solutions. We have significant expertise in both litigation and arbitration which we use to good effect in wide-ranging matters including contentious banking, insolvency, finance and competition matters. Our lawyers are also experienced in acting as expert witnesses on matters of Icelandic law in foreign proceedings.


Recent work highlights

  • Advised and represented Landsbankinn hf. in cases regarding the legality of variable interest rates in consumer mortgages.
  • Advised and represented Huginn in a case regarding the legality of distribution of mackerel fishing quotas.
  • Defending the Icelandic State Broadcaster against claims arising out of its investigative journalism.

Chambers Review

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Dispute Resolution - Iceland

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Juris demonstrates outstanding expertise in dispute resolution proceedings. The law firm acts in a range of commercial litigation, and is particularly active on mandates involving employment and competition law. The lawyers represent a diverse array of clients, ranging from private companies to public sector entities.

Work Highlights

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  • Juris represented Dómarafélag Íslands in a dispute against the government regarding alleged miscalculation of remuneration and potential retrospective alterations to salary.

Strengths

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"The lawyers offer very strong responsiveness."

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Notable Practitioners

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Andri Árnason
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Andri Árnason
Head of Dispute Resolution
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Senior Statespeople
Andri Árnason possesses expertise in commercial litigation, employment disputes and damages claims. He has experience acting for companies and state entities as well as private individuals.
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Stefán Svensson
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Stefán Svensson
Head of Dispute Resolution
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Band 1
Stefán Svensson maintains his reputation as a market-leading practitioner. He handles a broad range of disputes and has particular expertise in cases involving competition law.
"He is the best solicitor in Iceland."
"Stefán Svensson is highly recommended."
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Andri Árnason
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Andri Árnason
Head of Dispute Resolution
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Senior Statespeople
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Stefán Svensson
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Stefán Svensson
Head of Dispute Resolution
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Members

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Andri Andrason

Andri Árnason

Andri Árnason

Head of Department

Bjarni Aðalgeirsson

Dagur Fannar Jóhannesson

Edda Andradóttir

Hildur Þórarinsdóttir

Hólmfríður Björk Sigurðardóttir

Ingvar Ásmundsson

Jóhannes Tómasson

Lárus Blöndal

Sigrún Magnúsdóttir

Sigurbjörn Magnússon

Stefán Svensson

Stefán Svensson

Head of Department

Þórarinn Þorgeirsson

Clients

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Bacco Seaproducts ehf.

Gjögur hf.

Huginn ehf.

Hvalur hf.

Icelandic State

Já hf.

Kristinn ehf.

Kvika banki hf.

Landsbankinn hf.

Lýsi hf.

Mjólkursamsalan ehf.

Míla hf.

National Church of Iceland

Orkusalan ehf.

Rarik ohf.

RÚV ohf.

University of Iceland

Various Icelandic municipalities

Various players in food market

Árvakur hf.

Ísfélag hf.

Íslandsbanki hf.

Íslandspóstur hf.

ÓJK - ÍSAM ehf.

Industries

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Banking

Energy

Financial services

Food and drink producers

Government

Hospitality

Media

Telecommunications

Utilities