DLA Piper > Oslo, Norway > Firm Profile

‘DLA remain our preferred partner for complex issues and high-stakes litigation. The team is very efficient.’

‘Are Hunskaar continues to deliver excellent results. He is one of the very best in finding solutions to difficult cases.’

‘The team has always provided expertise with immediate feedback. They have paid attention to our matters through the years. All deadlines have been met and the flexibility exercised has been exquisite.’

‘The team at DLA Piper is experienced and has answered every small and big question we have had in the process in a good way. Believe their experience and knowledge around Cyber makes a difference.’

‘Complex legal questions hand in hand with a short timeline demands people who can bring up perspectives and new angles, and DLA does this well.’

‘Our legal counsel from DLA Piper demonstrated exceptional competence and professionalism. With a solid background in insurance law, they were able to provide us with invaluable advice. Their branch insight in insurance in addition to the law knowledge ensured we got the best possible guidance.’

‘DLAs team in insurance and tort law is widely used by the insurance industry. As a full-service law firm, the team has access to all the other specialisations within the firm when needed.’

‘Mohsin Ramani specialises in insurance and tort law. His corporate law understanding and experience make him well positioned to work with PI and D&O claims.’

‘Mohsin Ramani has been a pleasure to work with. He communicates, is highly competent in both insurance law and litigation, and takes ownership in driving the case forward.’

‘DLA Piper is a strong law firm with a proven track record in advising on and managing complex real estate challenges. They offer comprehensive legal support, combining deep expertise with practical solutions to address various real estate matters effectively.’

‘Partner Thomas Håkonsen is a skilled and knowledgeable real estate lawyer with strong expertise in complex cases. He is clear in his communication and brings a steady, strategic approach to negotiations.’

‘Magnus Lutnæs has been an asset to us. He is service-minded and always available when needed. He further has excellent business understanding and can translate complex legal requirements into understandable wording for non-legal people.’

‘Commercially focused and you always get in a good mood when you work with them.’

‘Service-oriented, good commercial focus, hands-on and always in a good mood.’

‘The team is highly qualified and are forthcoming. The legal team has helped us in different ways and is a company we trust.’

‘Anders Bergene is knowledgeable about all legal cases. I have worked with many other lawyers, but for me, Anders has been the best one. He is also good in negotiations when needed and never is he slow.’

‘Partner Magnus Lutnæs stand out as a very flexible, solution-oriented and communicative professional. He can be used with great success in C-level dialogue. Exceptional ability to deliver intelligent solutions on time supporting my business to the fullest.’

‘The people we work with have a high level of competence in the areas we demand and are quick in their delivery.’

‘High expertise and client orientation.’

‘Exceptional client service.’

‘The firm benefits from being a global law firm with access to resources in other countries in cross-border transactions.’

‘Admir Habibija is very service-minded and easy to work with. He gets things done efficiently.’

‘Vibeke was very good at explaining Norwegian law and providing good insights into industry norms. So I knew how we should manage negotiations.’

‘I would particularly like to highlight the team’s industry understanding and knowledge of our business. Central to us is the assistance they provide.’

‘High integrity, excellent service provision, fearless in negotiations. They give clear and precise feedback to us as clients.’

‘DLA has a great understanding of what we need for DD processes and therefore they execute timely and reasonably.’

‘Sveinung Mjaugedal has the experience and know-how that helps identify key issues in DD processes.’

‘Very competent, deliver high quality within agreed timeline. Available.’

‘Good for cross-border projects with offices in many countries.’

‘Quick, commercial mindset, good capacity to involve DLA colleagues in other countries in deals abroad, while Christian Fenner oversees that even though he is not directly in charge of a deal he will ensure the approach used is the best.’

‘Christian Fenner has a commercial mindset, excellent skills in M&A and negotiations and holds all deadlines. He is also pragmatic, which ensures that we don’t add unnecessary complexity. Deep understanding of all corporate matters. ’

‘The team consists of litigation lawyers who are very smart, deeply experienced, and able to address complex issues thoughtfully and wisely.’

‘Ørjan Haukaas was exceptional in the way he dominated the situation with a firm grasp of the facts and the method of guiding counter-parties to a resolution.’

‘Partner Tage Brigt Skoghøy, who specialises in litigation, stands out as an exceptional lawyer at DLA Piper. His expertise in handling complex legal disputes is remarkable, and he consistently delivers outstanding results.’

‘I have worked with partner Mohsin Ramani. My impression is that he is thorough and well-prepared in all cases and discussions. Both his objections and his suggestions are very well-founded and presented. In addition to being thorough and analytical, he is a very pleasant, trustworthy and solid person.’

‘Ørjan Salvesen Haukaas stands out with a unique combination of legal expertise and tactical finesse.’

‘They are committed, skilled, and good at identifying relevant legal issues in the case. We experience that they put in sufficient resources that are necessary to handle the cases given to them and are efficient.’

‘Tage Brigt A. Skoghøy is not only an excellent litigator, he is also a very good strategic discussion partner. He has a good understanding of “the bigger picture” and a true interest in understanding our business.’

‘The people are unique in the way they see and acknowledge their client, in the complete journey. They show interest in the wellbeing of the client. ’

‘We work with Per Benonisen in most cases. He is super professional, extremely competent and very empathetic. And strict when needed. I have worked with him for over 15 years, and do not want to change lawyer, if I don’t have to.’

‘The global footprint is unique in a Norwegian context, i.e. offer employment services in every relevant jurisdiction for us.’

‘Rajivinder Bains is easy to work with, and is very business oriented, giving clear and practical advice.’

‘I am pleased to provide a recommendation for Per Benonisen where I received outstanding legal services. He demonstrates professionalism, expertise, and a genuine commitment to understanding my needs.’

‘A core strength of the DLA Nordics team would be their close cooperation across the 4 Nordic countries, providing customers who operate in this region up-to-date and aligned employment-legal advice. It allows us as customers to have a Nordic oversight but with a local impact.’

‘Rajvinder Bains has been and continues to be a very appreciated resource with DLA in Norway. He is always available, obviously very knowledgeable, provides both valuable strategic as well as operational sound advice, and is overall a core asset for us as customers when cooperating with DLA.’

‘They have a wide range of expertise, and we find that they always strive to do their best. They collaborate effectively, ensuring that we always feel that the information and advice we receive is of the highest quality. They provide us with the assurance that they have our best interests at heart.’

‘Dedicated and very competent team which can transfer knowledge from similar projects. Both for questions regarding zoning plans for data centres and power connection processes.’

‘Very dedicated and always ready to take responsibility to keep the process going forward.’

‘Dedicated, practical, and good knowledge of the law.’

‘Always quick response and always allocating experienced resources to the challenge at hand.’

‘Egil Hatling is business savvy, practical, experienced and solution oriented.’

‘The team has good communicative skills. Easy to cooperate with, which I find especially important when deadlines are short. Their knowledge of IP and the media industry is exceptional.’

‘We have worked with Ketil Sellæg Ramberg over several years. Sellæg Ramberg is analytical, and smart and sees solutions where others see roadblocks. He is both an excellent litigator and an excellent negotiator – a rare skillset.’