Construction

Advokatfirmaet Haavind AS

With a client base comprised of state-owned entities and public sector bodies, the team at Advokatfirmaet Haavind AS regularly acts for rail, road and energy clients, handling infrastructure projects, settlement disputes, and contract work. Henning Nordtvedt heads up the team and, as a seasoned construction litigator, has represented the Norwegian government in various projects. Johnny Johansen is a key name for his complex building and infrastructure projects, while Arve Martin Hyldmo Bjørnvik is recommended for his capabilities handling construction and fabrication projects. Sofie Komissar advises on design and engineering contracts. Other key names are Mikal Brøndmo, who specialises in energy construction, and Andreas Rostveit.

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Testimonials

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‘Johnny Johansen has an impressive way of understanding the problems, emphasising the important points and making them land.’
‘A very knowledgeable, strategic mindset combined with excellent legal skills and a great ability to understand the technical aspects of construction disputes.’
‘Haavind provided a well-composed team, with very good expertise in the required subjects. As the client, I felt very well taken care of, and confident that they got the job done.'
'They constantly made sure to keep me updated on the developments of the case.’
‘The team has a focus on what we need in the situation, is very responsive and orderly in their processes. It balances the legal and commercial perspective in a constructive way and achieves a large degree of success for us.’
‘We use a team of exceptionally skilled employees in Haavind. The team always delivers on time, has a very good commercial understanding, and provides exceptionally good assistance when it comes to advising in advance of signing a contract or in the event of any dispute.’
‘Johnny Johansen and Henning Nordtvedt respond quickly when needed, work fast, and are always excellently prepared.’
‘The team covers several specialities. They are proactive, flexible and have a good understanding of the constraints of large projects.’

Key clients

The Norwegian Public Roads Administration
Nye Veier AS
The Norwegian Directorate of Public Construction and Property
Nordland County
Agder County Municipality
Rambøl AS
Bolig Partner Prosjekt AS
Troms County Municipality
Statnett SF
GK Norge AS

Work highlights

Represented The Norwegian Public Roads Administration regarding a contract on the rehabilitation of the Nordhordaland Bridge, concerning several claims made by the contractor.
Represented Troms County Municipality in a case regarding a contract on the rehabilitation of two road tunnels in Northern Troms.
Represented Nordland County Municipality in a complex road and tunnel construction dispute against the contractor.

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