Europe Guide 2026 : Norway
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Provided by Kvale Advokatfirma DA
Our lawyers assist various players in the shipping industry in connection with both national and international projects and disputes.
Our clients include Norwegian and foreign shipowners, charterers, managers, brokers, insurance companies, asset managers, financial institutions, shipyards and other players in the shipping industry.
We provide the highest quality advice and legal expertise in combination with extensive knowledge of the industry. We have a strong practice in maritime dispute resolution, transactions and contractual assistance to the shipping industry.
We assist in all specialist areas of maritime law, ranging from purely private law disciplines such as charterparties and other maritime contract law, maritime casualties and maritime insurance, to public law issues such as pollution liability and sanctions law. We litigate cases before the ordinary courts and in arbitration. Our extensive international network of contacts also enables us to assist our clients with litigation assignments outside of Norway.
Kvale's shipping team is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year if immediate assistance is required in connection with maritime casualties and other maritime accidents.
Maritime emergency: +47 22 47 97 80
Provided by Chambers
Kvale offers a strong shipping practice from its offices in Ålesund, Oslo and Tromsø. The law firm stands out for its experience in direct actions filed against Norwegian insurers. Its lawyers act on both the debtor and creditor sides of shipping sector restructurings. The team also handles a wider range of commercial and contentious shipping matters.
Provided by Chambers
Kvale delivers high-quality legal advice and has evolved into a one-stop shop.
The team at Kvale combines strong technical expertise with practical insight, enabling them to provide advice that is both accurate and commercially relevant.
Provided by Chambers
Kristian Lindhartsen is well-versed in maritime insurance claims and is noted for his experience in limitation of liability issues. He is knowledgeable in cases involving breakdowns, collisions and damage to vessels. He also advises on insolvency-related topics in the shipping industry.
Kristian's strategy and legal creativity is top-notch.
What sets Kristian apart from his competitors is his exceptional ability to adapt his communication and advice to the needs of the situation.
Shipping: Dispute Resolution
Provided by Kvale Advokatfirma DA
Lilly Relling
Kristin S. Bitnes
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