LAWYER PROFILE

Christian Backe

Europe 2026

Wikborg Rein Advokatfirma AS

Ranked in 1 practice area

Employment

Norway

6 years ranked

About

Provided by Wikborg Rein Advokatfirma AS

Europe

Practice Areas

Christian Backe is partner in Wikborg Rein and primarily assists Norwegian and International clients with legal advice, dispute resolution and litigation in matters concerning employment law and pension. He regularly works on matters such as reorganisations and downsizing, business transfers, hiring and termination of employment, as well as litigation and negotiations. He has also considerable experience with matters relating to whistleblowing and investigations. Backe is frequently used as a lecturer for clients, students and others on various topics within employment law and pension.

Career

Qualified in 2007. Joined Wikborg Rein as partner in 2022. Partner, Arntzen de Besche, 2019-2022. Senior associate and senior lawyer, BAHR, 2013-2019. Deputy Judge, Oslo District Court, 2011-2013. Associate, BAHR, 2007-2011.

Professional Memberships

Norwegian Bar Association

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Employment - Norway

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Christian Backe handles advisory and contentious mandates, including whistle-blowing investigations, reorganisations and disputes, including those concerning dismissals.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

What sets Christian apart is his ability to make us feel prioritised and that we will be able to get the right assistance when we need it.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
He is solution-oriented and demonstrates strong capability in identifying and implementing effective solutions in complex HR cases.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
Christian is an experienced and knowledgeable partner with a good instinct for finding solutions.
EmploymentChambers European Guide