Hans Erik Johnsen

Ranked in 3 Practice Areas

Band 1

Media Law

Norway

1 Years Ranked

Band 3

Intellectual Property

Norway

18 Years Ranked

Band 3

Information Technology

Norway

1 Years Ranked

Ranked in Guides

Global 2026

About

Provided by Hans Erik Johnsen

Europe

Practice Areas

Partner Hans Erik Johnsen's practice includes intellectual property law, broadcasting/media law, technology and telecommunication law and trademark/marketing law. He also provides general assistance to companies in the media/technology/telecom sectors. Johnsen has long experience with contract negotiations and with providing strategic and legal advice to companies in these markets. He has also been a board member in companies relevant to his fields of expertise.

Career

Partner at Wiersholm, 2008 Joined Wiersholm, 2005 Lawyer, Telenor ASA, 1996-2004 Deputy Judge, Ytre Follo District Court, 1995-1996 Associate, Lund, Gundersen DA law firm, 1993-1995 Associate, Lund & Co law firm, 1993

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Media Law - Norway

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Hans Erik Johnsen is a seasoned practitioner within the media industry and regularly advises prestigious clients on complex TV distribution agreements and media subscriptions and strategies. He is additionally knowledgeable in copyright and trade mark issues, as well as matters involving breach of the Norwegian Marketing Act.

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Intellectual Property - Norway

Band 3

Individual Editorial

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Information Technology - Norway

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Hans Erik Johnsen regularly handles IT procurement mandates. He has experience drafting and negotiating SaaS agreements.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Hans Erik is a fantastic lawyer. He is absolutely great.

Media Law respondent
Chambers European Guide

Hans Erik Johnsen is very determined, efficient and skilled in solving cases.

Media Law respondent
Chambers European Guide

He is very service minded, responsive, highly knowledgeable and practical in his approach.