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Réttur - Aðalsteinsson & Partners

Dispute Resolution

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Réttur - Aðalsteinsson & Partners

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Réttur is known for its strong dispute resolution team, which is composed of talented and experienced litigators with diverse backgrounds, allowing the firm to represent a range of clients in most areas of the law.

In recent years, Réttur’s team has litigated a defence on behalf of international actors in rescission cases launched by the winding up committees of the fallen Icelandic banks. These cases have been highly complicated and involved cross-border and jurisdictional disagreements, as well as unprecedented Icelandic legal issues.

The team regularly represented individuals and companies alike in highly publicized court cases in Iceland. Many of these are leading cases in the field of human rights and the firm’s partners’ have taken a number of cases to the European Court of Human Rights. Most notably in recent years, Réttur’s team has focused on high profile cases relating to freedom of speech, the right to privacy and health care.

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Dispute Resolution - Iceland

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Réttur - Aðalsteinsson & Partners has a well-regarded dispute resolution team that handles a diverse caseload. The law firm assists with commercial litigation, employment disputes and real estate issues. The lawyers also have noteworthy expertise in human rights, constitutional and criminal law cases. The department represents private individuals as well as companies.

Work Highlights

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  • Réttur - Aðalsteinsson & Partners represented two individuals against the Icelandic Government in an election dispute, heard before the European Court of Human Rights.

Strengths

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  • Réttur - Aðalsteinsson & Partners demonstrates consistent dedication to its clients and to achieving a satisfactory resolution.

    Dispute Resolution respondentEurope
  • Réttur - Aðalsteinsson & Partners stands out for its strong communication, attention to detail, and ability to work internationally.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Sigurður Örn Hilmarsson
    Band 2Sigurður Örn Hilmarsson

    Sigurður Örn Hilmarsson

    Sigurður Örn Hilmarsson possesses a strong reputation within the Icelandic dispute resolution sphere. His practice encompasses a broad range of expertise, from commercial litigation and employment disputes to human rights and constitutional law cases.

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