LAWYER PROFILE

Jens Kristian Johansen

Europe 2026

Advokatfirmaet Hjort AS

Ranked in 1 practice area

Employment

Norway

17 years ranked

About

Provided by Advokatfirmaet Hjort AS

Europe

Practice Areas

Jens Kristian Johansen specializes in individual and collective employment law, discrimination law, pension law and dispute resolution. His experience is extensive and he advises both private and public companies in Norway and abroad, and also employees and employees’ unions. He works broadly within employment law issues, and has conducted one of the most comprehensive restructuring- and downscaling assignments in recent years.

Career

Professional experience

2022 Head of Employment Law practice area, Advokatfirmaet Hjort

2020 Partner, Advokatfirmaet Hjort

2009 Partner, Advokatfirmaet Grette AS

2006 Senior Attorney, Advokatfirmaet Grette AS

2004 Partner, Advokatfirmaet Storeng, Beck & Due Lund

2003 Attorney, Advokatfirmaet Storeng, Beck & Due Lund

2001 Associate, Advokatfirmaet Storeng, Beck & Due Lund

2000 Senior Executive Officer, Norwegian Board of Health Supervision

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Employment - Norway

Band 4

Individual Editorial

Jens Kristian Johansen is a well-recognised employment practitioner who assists clients with mandates relating to reorganisations, contracts, downsizing and whistle-blowing matters.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Jens is service-minded and a good adviser.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
Jens Kristian Johansen is a flexible and very skilled partner.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
Jens is a great partner. He is experienced and efficient.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
Jens Kristian Johansen distinguishes himself by providing services and legal counsel of the highest standard, combined with sharp insights.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
His approach to employment law combines strategic insight with procedural maturity.
EmploymentChambers European Guide