Europe Guide 2026 : Norway
Provided by Kvale Advokatfirma DA
The Norwegian petroleum sector is the largest contributor to the national budget, and since the 1980s Kvale has been one of the leading Norwegian law firms within this sector. We have acted as counsel in some of the biggest and most complex oil & gas disputes and transactions on the Norwegian continental shelf (NCS).
Our team provides regulatory and contractual advice within the whole value chain, from establishing a company in Norway to exploration, development, production and up to cessation of the petroleum activities. The regulations and contracts are highly complex. During the years we have been able to build up an unique industry sector knowledge.
Provided by Chambers
Kvale often handles contentious matters in the oil and gas sector, representing E&P and oil services companies, as well as state-owned enterprises. Its team assists with a range of topics, from petroleum and regulatory law to contract negotiations. It is also highly active in transactional mandates on the NCS with regard to participation interests in oil fields.
Gry Bratvold is a key contact for clients.
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Kvale represented Viking engineering in a shareholder dispute with Bjornar Feen before the Norwegian courts.
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Kvale has an excellent ability to work in multidisciplinary and cross-cultural industry and business environments.
Kvale is flexible and willing to go the extra mile.
The team is very customer-focused.
We are in excellent hands with Kvale due to its solid legal understanding and in-depth knowledge of the industry.
Kvale offers bespoke and tailored advice, with a hands-on approach.
Provided by Kvale Advokatfirma DA
Andreas Stang Lund
Gry Bratvold
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