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LEX Law Offices

Dispute Resolution

Europe Guide 2026 : Iceland


LEX Law Offices

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Provided by LEX Law Offices

LEX law offices has always been at the forefront in the field of litigation in Iceland and has great ambition to provide outstanding services before the Icelandic courts as well as international courts. At LEX there are lawyers who have specialized in litigation before the courts, arbitration and government. They have vast experience in those areas.

When necessary, LEX’s customers also enjoy the expertise of other practice areas at LEX such as Property, Tax, Banking, Finance, Construction, Media, Tort, Employment, Insolvency, Insurance and other corporate matters. The extensive collaboration between the different practice areas at LEX law firm provides customers with excellent service.

LEX continues to perform extensive work for all the major commercial and investment banks in Iceland. A large client of LEX in dispute resolution is Sjova-Almennar tryggingar hf., one of the largest insurance companies in Iceland.

Clients (21)

  • Arion Bank hf.
  • Arnarlax hf.
  • Islandsbanki hf.
  • Landsbankinn hf.
  • Landsvirkjun (National Power Company of Iceland)
  • Reykjavik Energy
  • Silicor Materials Inc.
  • Sjóvá-Almennar tryggingar hf.
  • ADG ehf.
  • Bondholders of Wow air hf.
  • EFLA hf.
  • Fjallabyggð Municipality
  • Frigus II ehf.
  • Kara Connect ehf.
  • Kópavogur Muncipality
  • Lífeyrissjóður Verslunarmanna - Pension Fund of Commerce
  • Municipality of Árborg
  • Municipality of Mosfellsbær
  • Nýr Landspítali ofh.
  • Sante ehf.
  • Santewines SAS

Industries (16)

  • Bankruptcy/Insolvency
  • Banks
  • Employment and Labour
  • Government
  • Muncipalities
  • Individuals
  • Construction
  • Real Estate
  • Insurance and Tort
  • Intellectual Property
  • Health Care
  • Financial Services
  • Commercial and Professional Services
  • Information Technology
  • Shipping, Transportation and Maritime
  • Retail

Chambers Review

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Dispute Resolution - Iceland

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

LEX Law Offices has a noteworthy team that handles a comprehensive range of contentious matters, including competition, employment and white-collar crime cases. The law firm is experienced acting in both litigation and arbitration proceedings. The lawyers represent state entities, private companies and high-profile individuals.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Lex Law Offices acted for Landsvirkjun on a claim brought by a group of local landowners seeking to annul a hydropower plant permit.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • LEX Law Offices performs its work with precision and communicates well with clients.

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  • LEX Law Offices responds quickly and confidently and has a diverse range of expertise on offer.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Arnar Þór Stefánsson
    Band 1Arnar Þór Stefánsson

    Arnar Þór Stefánsson

    Arnar Þór Stefánsson is a market-leading practitioner who handles a variety of disputes, from commercial litigation to administrative and public law cases. He also has experience in mandates with cross-border elements.

    • Arnar Þór Stefánsson is a top tier lawyer in Iceland in litigation and dispute resolution.

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  • Band 1Stefán Svensson
    Band 1Stefán Svensson

    Stefán Svensson

    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.
    • Stefán Svensson is an excellent attorney to work with, demonstrating exceptional professional skills while being friendly and personable.

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Ranked Individuals at LEX Law Offices (2)

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