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Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig

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Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig stands out for its strength in export, aviation and ship financing work. ‘Go-to advisor in all matters’ Halvor Klingenberg leads the group and is well-versed in corporate, project and asset-based financing in particular. Peter Aall Simonsen’s workload includes advising shipping and energy sector clients in project and asset-based financing cases. For syndicated loans, Stig Strand is recommended, while Christine Rødsæther is a key contact for maritime-related work. Former practice co-lead, Eivind Eliassen departed in June 2024 to BAHR.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Stig Strand has assisted us in complex financial processes, within the shipping and fishery sectors. He has performed exceptionally, and we are heavily dependent on his skills.’

  • ‘They are quick and always up-to-date on all legal matters. Valuable and trusted legal advisers and very efficient. Truly interested in the underlying problems and matters at hand. They invest time into understanding the complexity needed to provide the best advice possible.’

  • ‘They have a pragmatic and commercial approach which makes them stand out from other law firms.’

  • ‘A great team with great knowledge in the different sectors we work in. When a challenge comes in they bring in the right people to handle it.’

  • ‘High competence and always searching for new ways of solving different cases. Availability is important and sometimes crucial, the individuals delivery with high precision. Our best recommendations.’

  • ‘The team is available at all times, providing standout quality across the team. For us, they are the go-to firm, as they understand our needs and pragmatically deal with issues.’

  • ‘Halvor Klingenberg is a stand-out partner and our go-to advisor in all matters. He is strong in banking and finance but will also do his utmost to recommend and include others if need be.’

  • ‘Very good, detailed knowledge of financial contracts and a great ability to explain them easily. Service-minded with a personal touch and always supports our company when needed.’

Key clients

  • DNB Bank ASA
  • Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB
  • Tibber AS
  • Pareto Bank ASA
  • SpareBank 1 SR-Bank ASA

Work highlights

  • Assisting DNB Bank ASA and Eksportfinansiering Norge in financing the construction and operation of a large-scale biocarbon facility in Hønefoss, Norway.
  • Assisted DNB Bank ASA as agent on behalf of a syndicate for the financing of Havfram's purpose-built wind turbine installation vessels.
  • Assisted the syndicate of eight banks for the $1,.41bn financing of Frontline’s purchase of 24 VLCC from Euronav.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Halvor Klingenberg

Other key lawyers

Peter Aall Simonsen, Sig Strand, Christine Rødsæther