Svein Gerhard Simonnæs
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BAHR
Client SatisfactionAs a leading law firm in Norway for M&A, BAHR is sought after for its expertise in public and private cross-border work, particularly across the oil, energy, real estate, and infrastructure sectors. The practice is co-headed by Øystein Guvåg, who is known for his expertise in private M&A transactions, and Jonathan Uggedal, who combines asset management knowledge with private M&A expertise. Well known for his work on telecoms and technology transactions, Lars Kristian Sande also advises on work across the aviation and aquaculture industries. Svein Gerhard Simonnæs has knowledge of both private and public M&A, while in the private sphere, Duncan Finnie is a good contact for cross-border transactions. Anne Dahl Frisak, who particularly focuses on M&A within the shipping, aquaculture and offshore sectors, is also recommended.
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Testimonials
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‘Partner-led engagement, always available and excellent response times.’
‘Very experienced partner, very concrete advice regarding the process, and a good sparring partner evaluating the different alternatives.’
‘Knowledge in team, structure in project handling, and finding practical solutions.’
‘Peter Hammerich and Jonathan Uggedal give honest advice, look for commercial solutions in negotiations, and know similar processes.’
Key clients
- Adevinta
- Aker, including its affiliates, Aker Solutions, Aker BP, Aker Energy, Aker Horizons
- SalMar ASA
- Bertel O. Steen Kapital
- Norvestor Equity (and portfolio companies)
- Axcel
- HitecVision (and portfolio companies)
- REITAN
- Turnstone Private Equity
- Blackstone
- Equip Capital
- Maersk
- Nordea
- DNB Bank
- NXMH
Work highlights
- Representing Adevinta on the takeover offer led by Permira and Blackstone, as well as General Atlantic and TCV for all shares in Adevinta.
- Representing Neptune Energy and its shareholders on all matters related to the sale of Neptune Energy’s Norwegian business to Vår Energi; and all Norwegian law matters relevant to the sale of the remainder of the Neptune Energy group to Eni International.
- Representing PGS ASA on its merger with TGS ASA to create a strong full-service energy data company.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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.
Øystein Guvåg, Jonathan Uggedal