Wikborg Rein Advokatfirma AS, Corporate Compliance & Investigations

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Provided by Wikborg Rein Advokatfirma AS

Non-compliance with laws and regulations not only expose businesses to criminal and civil liability, but may also have detrimental reputational consequences. Our Compliance and Crisis Management Team assist private and public entities in preventing and detecting corruption and other economic crime or misconduct, both in Norway and abroad.

We provide advice on corporate governance and assist in the development of compliance programs within different areas of law. We also conduct due diligence (IDD) of various types of business partners, conduct and advise on internal investigations and provide legal assistance to companies faced with potential corporate criminal liability.

Chambers Review

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Corporate Compliance & Investigations - Norway

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Wikborg Rein has a top-tier practice acting on all aspects of compliance, including sanctions and trade control, anti-corruption and money laundering and whistle-blowing. The law firm supports a diverse client base of public bodies and corporations on day-to-day compliance adherence, as well as internal and external investigations. The team is frequently highlighted for its international and cross-border expertise.

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Strengths

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Wikborg Rein is renowned for its exceptional expertise and comprehensive knowledge across a broad spectrum of legal fields.

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Europe

The team is responsive and its advice is clear and helpful.

Corporate Compliance & Investigations respondent
Europe

Wikborg Rein is renowned for its exceptional expertise and comprehensive knowledge across a broad spectrum of legal fields.

Corporate Compliance & Investigations respondent
Europe

The team is responsive and its advice is clear and helpful.

Corporate Compliance & Investigations respondent
Europe

Notable Practitioners

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Geir Sviggum

Band 1

Geir Sviggum advises clients on matters relating to complex crisis management, anti-corruption, export control and sanctions. He frequently acts on cross-border matters.

Geir is an outstanding communicator who is clear and makes complex legal concepts easy to grasp and decisions straightforward to make.

Geir is a pleasure to work with and offers fast, practical advice in difficult situations.

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Elisabeth Roscher

Band 2

Elisabeth Roscher handles investigations and compliance relating to anti-corruption, money laundering, whistle-blowing, economic sanctions and export control. She often represents clients from the energy sector in cross-border mandates.

She has deep knowledge of applicable laws and regulations and is highly aware of her clients' circumstances.

Elisabeth is a highly competent lawyer and a true expert in her areas of expertise.

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Tine Elisabeth Vigmostad

Band 3

Tine Elisabeth Vigmostad is recognised for her work advising on anti-bribery and money laundering measures, with additional expertise in sanctions and export control compliance.

Tine has the fantastic combination of having both broad sector expertise as well as true depth of knowledge, especially related to the quite complex area of sanctions.

Her advice is consistently clear, practical and business-oriented.

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Hanne Gundersrud

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Hanne Gundersrud assists clients with cross-border investigations, including those relating to allegations of bribery and corruption, the conduct of management figures and sanctions matters. She has experience acting on mandates in the telecommunications, aquaculture and energy sectors.

Hanne is efficient, consistently delivers results with remarkable speed and precision, and ensures that every matter is handled swiftly without compromising quality.

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