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Kvale Advokatfirma DA

Intellectual Property

Europe Guide 2026 : Norway

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Kvale Advokatfirma DA

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We keep ourselves up to date with developments in this constantly changing field in order to be able to provide our clients with the best expertise at all times.

Our lawyers provide ongoing strategic advisory services and assistance in connection with the preparation and submission of registration applications, drawing up and negotiating agreements and conducting cases in court.

Our team has extensive experience and sound expertise in assisting Norwegian and international clients in relation to the protection of intellectual property rights including patents, trademarks, design rights, company names and copyright.

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Intellectual Property - Norway

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Kvale's strong IP practice handles all issues concerning trade mark and patent disputes, as well as offering expertise in brand protection issues. The department has additional experience in commercial and non-contentious mandates, including R&D projects. The team acts for clients in the energy, TMT, pharmaceutical and food and beverage sectors.
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Work Highlights

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  • Kvale represented Teqball Holding in an appeals process following the refusal of three trade mark applications.

Strengths

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  • The department combines strong legal expertise with a deep understanding of our business and strategy. The lawyers are highly responsive and pragmatic, and consistently provide clear, commercially relevant advice.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • Kvale has a highly skilled team with diverse areas of expertise.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • The team is very reactive with quick, accurate responses and deep knowledge within the trade mark field.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • One of the key strengths that distinguishes Kvale from others in the industry is its deep commercial insight combined with a strong understanding of the client’s industry landscape.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • Kvale provides a high level of expertise, experience and an ability to handle complex challenges. It is a strong team with a balanced mix of specialised knowledge.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Ingvild Hanssen-Bauer
    Ingvild Hanssen-Bauer

    Ingvild Hanssen-Bauer

    Ingvild Hanssen-Bauer frequently represents pharmaceutical and energy companies in patent litigation. She also has experience handling the IP aspects of corporate transactions.

    • Ingvild is one of the most efficient lawyers I've ever met. She gets the essence of what we want super quickly. She is very knowledgeable but also a very good listener.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • Ingvild is knowledgeable when it comes to IP. She is very structured and accurate in her work. She takes it very seriously and is very specific in her conclusions and assessments.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • She is totally no nonsense. She cuts to the core of all matters, and is really good at spotting the important issues.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • Ingvild is an experienced, hands-on practitioner who really understands the client's needs and who guides them with calmness and sophistication.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • She is really good at getting to the core of the case and sorting out the irrelevant details. She is very effective and impressive, and gets up to speed very quickly.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
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  • Marie Vaale-Hallberg
    Marie Vaale-Hallberg

    Marie Vaale-Hallberg

    Marie Vaale-Hallberg is a popular choice for clients from the FMCG sector for trade mark portfolio protection matters. She also has experience in contentious and non-contentious patent mandates.

    • Marie Vaale-Hallberg is very responsive and knowledgeable.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • She has extensive and strategic experience that sets her apart. She possesses deep expertise in her field, demonstrating a strong ability to navigate complex challenges and develop forward-thinking solutions.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • Marie has the ability to combine exceptional legal expertise with a practical, client-focused approach. She has a unique ability to understand the strategic needs of our business and tailor her advice accordingly.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • Marie Valle-Hallberg delivers outstanding client service, characterised by responsiveness, clarity and a collaborative approach.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope

    • She has the ability to identify the key problems really fast.

      Intellectual Property respondentEurope
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