Frode Innjord

Practice Areas

Partner | Real Estate, Construction, and Dispute Resolution Specialist

Career

Frode A. Innjord is a highly respected legal expert with decades of experience in real estate, construction law, and dispute resolution. As a trusted advisor to both public and private sector clients, Frode provides strategic counsel on complex real estate matters and represents clients in high-stakes disputes. His practice spans a wide range of issues, including hydropower development, ground pollution, property disputes, expropriation, and land regulation.

Frode has worked extensively with some of Norway’s largest public and private real estate developers, offering tailored solutions to navigate regulatory challenges and resolve disputes. His expertise also includes advising the Norwegian Ministry of Climate and Environment on compensation settlements related to the establishment of nature conservation areas, demonstrating his ability to handle sensitive and high-profile matters.

A thought leader in real estate law, Frode is the editor of Gyldendal’s authoritative legal commentary on the Planning and Building Act and has authored numerous articles on key topics in the field. He also serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Property Law, further cementing his reputation as a leading voice in the industry.

Frode’s extensive litigation and arbitration experience sets him apart as a top-tier dispute resolution lawyer. Admitted to the Norwegian Supreme Court since 1994, he has successfully litigated a wide array of cases involving both private and public law issues. His cases have covered diverse topics, including franchise agreements, securities management, property taxes, cooperation agreements on the Norwegian continental shelf, and international indigenous rights. Frode’s ability to navigate complex legal landscapes makes him a trusted advocate in both ordinary courts and arbitration proceedings.

In addition to his litigation practice, Frode is a highly sought-after arbitrator in commercial disputes. He has served as the head of arbitral tribunals and as a sole arbitrator in numerous cases, earning widespread recognition for his impartiality, legal insight, and ability to resolve disputes efficiently.

Frode’s expertise and accomplishments have earned him consistent recognition in national and international lawyer rankings, particularly in the areas of dispute resolution and real estate law. His combination of technical knowledge, strategic thinking, and practical problem-solving makes him a trusted advisor for clients seeking guidance on complex legal matters in Norway and beyond.

Professional Memberships

The Norwegian Bar Association

Editorial board for the property law publication Tidsskrift for Eiendomsrett

Experience

Professional experience

1997 Partner, Advokatfirmaet Hjort

1994 Admitted to the Supreme Court

1990–1997 Office of the Attorney General

Languages Spoken

Norwegian, English

Awards