LAWYER PROFILE

Hans Erik Johnsen

Europe 2026

Wiersholm

Ranked in 3 practice areas

Media Law

Norway

1 year ranked

Intellectual Property

Norway

18 years ranked

Information Technology

Norway

1 year ranked

About

Provided by Wiersholm

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 LawChambers European Guide
Hans Erik Johnsen is very determined, efficient and skilled in solving cases.
Media LawChambers European Guide
He is very service minded, responsive, highly knowledgeable and practical in his approach.
Information TechnologyChambers European Guide
Hans Erik Johnsen is a hard-nosed negotiator with a keen eye for detail, seeking commercially sensible solutions for his clients.
Information TechnologyChambers European Guide
He understands client needs as well as the market. He sees the opportunities and the risks.
Information TechnologyChambers European Guide