Réttur – Adalsteinsson & Partners continues to be a market-leader in the dispute resolution landscape, with recent work covering a wide range of issues, such as property usage, jurisdictional disputes, and aviation work. Additionally, the team continues to advise on issues relating to the 1995 Súðavík avalanche disaster and handles complex matters before the European Court of Human Rights. Leading the practice is Sigurður Örn Hilmarsson, who brings strong dispute experience and particular knowledge of constitutional and human rights litigation. He is supported by Oddur Ástráðsson, who focuses on major aviation work, and by Alexander Hafþórsson, who excels in property and copyright issues. Linda Íris Emilsdóttir is another key member of the team.
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- ‘The unique breadth of knowledge and clear communications. While each attorney does specialise in their own area, the client always feels like they have a cohesive team behind them.’
- ‘Sigurður Örn Hilmarsson possesses an unparalleled breadth of knowledge and experience across the Icelandic legal system. His personal warmth and genuine care are quite unique. Alexander Hafþórsson is a competent litigator and negotiator who cares deeply about his clients. His advice would at times be to hold back in order to preserve the client's funds for when it really matters, which inspires great trust.’
- ‘I have had an excellent experience working with Réttur. What makes the firm unique is the combination of outstanding legal expertise with a very practical and commercial mindset. They are quick to grasp the context, cut straight to the core issues, and provide clear recommendations that can be implemented in practice. Compared to other firms, I find Réttur to be exceptionally accessible and solution-oriented.’
- ‘Sigurður Örn Hilmarsson is, in my view, one of the very best lawyers in Iceland. He combines legal precision with strong strategic judgment and has a remarkable ability to communicate complex issues in a way that enables me to make quick and confident decisions.’
- ‘We chose the law firm because of their dedication and reputation in human rights cases, and also in matters of disputes. It's a law firm with great respect and kind people. We felt we were in the right place and we certainly have been.’
- ‘The firm has made a great effort to build our case with good resources, precision, and analysis. We are thankful for the supportive and valuable advice throughout this time, also documents were made for each and every step if needed. Alexander Hafþórsson has been very professional in his work.’
Key clients
- SÍBS
- Tintinimaginatio S.A. (Berenboom & Associés (SCRL))
- Skagastál ehf. et al.
- Deutsche Lufthansa
- IUNO advokatpartnerselskab (Vueling and SAS)
- Stígamót
- Reykjaprent et al.
- Icelandic Wildlife Fund, VÁ – Fjord Protection Association, et al.
- Landowners of Óttarsstaðir
- LBI ehf.
- EMB500 INC (Harco National Insurance Company)
- The Waterworks Association of Indriðastaðir
Work highlights
Represented family members of 1995 Súðavík avalanche victims, successfully petitioning for parliamentary investigation into authorities' risk assessment failures.
Represented women applicants in litigation against Iceland at the European Court of Human Rights regarding systemic failures in investigating gender-based violence cases.
Defended SÍBS and Reykjalundur endurhæfing ehf. in multiple property ownership disputes.
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Practice head
Sigurður Örn Hilmarsson
Other key lawyers
Oddur Astráðsson; Alexander Hafþórsson; Linda Íris Emilsdóttir