LAWYER PROFILE

Stein Kimsås-Otterbech

Europe 2026

Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS

Ranked in 1 practice area

Employment

Norway

14 years ranked

About

Provided by Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS

Europe

Practice Areas

Employment.

Stein has extensive experience with employment law and as a litigator. He assists Norwegian and international clients on all aspects of employment law with a particular focus on dispute resolution, restructuring and downsizing, hiring and dismissal of employees, and issues related to pensions. Stein is the head of Thommessen's employment department, and he is frequently used as a lecturer. He also has in-depth knowledge of data privacy regulations.

Career

2014-, Partner, Oslo office, Thommessen; 2013-2014, Partner, Oslo office, Homble Olsby; 2012-2013, Managing Associate, Oslo office, Thommessen; 2009-2012, Lawyer, Oslo office, Thommessen; 2007, Admitted to the bar; 2006-2008, Associate, Oslo office, Thommessen; 2004-2006, Registrar I, Oslo City Court; 2003-2004, Deputy Judge, Heggen and Froland City Court; 2002-2003, Deputy Judge, District Court, Sandefjord

Professional Memberships

Norwegian Bar Association

Personal

2006: European Young Lawyer Scheme, British Council, University of Edinburgh; 2002: Candidate in Jurisprudence, University of Oslo.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Employment - Norway

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Stein Kimsås-Otterbech is experienced advising on HR processes, workforce management and disciplinary matters. He is also active in contentious mandates such as whistle-blowing cases.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

I am both impressed and very happy with Stein's contribution.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
When I work with Stein I know he has my back.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
He is the most commercial partner.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
Stein demonstrates strong commercial awareness and outstanding client service.
EmploymentChambers European Guide