Fielding a full-service EU and competition offering, Advokatfirmaet Haavind AS stands out for its sector strength in the technology and renewables industries. Heading the ‘efficient team’ is Simen Klevstrand, whose experience extends to representing clients before Norwegian courts, and handling merger control and state aid work, with particular expertise in the technology sectors. He is supported by a strong team of associates including Gaute Bergstrøm, Karoline Narvestad Maurtved and Marianne Henne Møller.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Efficient team with a high level of specialist knowledge as reflected by multiple Specialist Counsel positions. Simen Klevstrand is a strong leader who manages his team effectively.’

  • ‘Simen Klevstrand understands our business deeply and provides quick and to-the-point advice.'

  • ‘Simen Klevstrand is both knowledgeable and efficient. We appreciate his availability, and also his great spirit. Karoline Maurtvedt is his trusty sidekick - we always appreciate her presence.’

  • ‘A team providing high-quality legal advice with forward-leaning employees who are seeking to understand the client's commercial and strategic position.’

  • ‘Haavind’s competition law practice is led by the recognised Simen Klevstrand who delivers outstanding advice, combining deep legal analysis with practical, commercial insights. The team stands out by providing high-quality, service-minded, and solution-focused advice, tailored to the client's specific needs.’

  • ‘Simen Klevstrand consistently provides excellent advice, balancing sharp legal analysis with practical commercial thinking. Always service-minded, solution-oriented, and efficient, he brings a touch of humour that is appreciated, even in the most pressing situations.’

  • ‘Haavind's competition lawyers are highly dedicated and work hard to provide a great product. I also find them to be open to input from the client, both regarding law and facts, and capable of adjusting their approach accordingly when appropriate. I've been particularly impressed by Haavind's senior associates, including Gaute Bergstrøm and Marianne Henne Møller.’

  • ‘Very responsive and service-oriented.’

Key clients

  • Posten Norge
  • Norsk Hydro
  • NBF
  • Helse Sør-Øst HF
  • FSN Capital Partners
  • Recharge
  • Renewables Norway
  • NorgesGruppen
  • OBOS
  • Eaton

Work highlights

  • Representing Norway’s mail service, Posten Norge in a cross-border follow-on cartel damages claim filed before Norwegian courts.
  • Advised Norsk Hydro on the competition law aspects of its renewables joint venture with Macquarie, including the EU merger filing.
  • Advised Eaton on the acquisition of joint control of NordicEPOD, a Norwegian company that designs and builds electrical power modules for data centres.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Marianne Henne Møller
Advokatfirmaet Haavind AS
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.

Simen Klevstrand

Other key lawyers

Gaute Bergstrøm, Karoline Narvestad Maurtved, Marianne Henne Møller