Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig has a broad insurance practice with particular emphasis on marine insurance. Leading the practice, Anette Fjeld focuses on non-marine-related matters, and particularly advises on industrial insurance, property insurance and professional liability insurance. The group also includes Lars Inge Ørstavik, who focuses on shipping and maritime law, including marine insurance work; and Kristoffer Larsen Rognvik, who is highly experienced in marine insurance disputes.
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- 'The SVW team has a strong presence and great experience in shipping and insurance matters.'
Work highlights
- Acted for liability insurer KLP Ansvarsforsikring and its insureds in several cases, in particular the case of KLP's insureds Fauske and Sørfold municipalities, defending the municipalities against a claim for compensation following a public procurement of certain waste disposal services.
- Continuing to assist Norwegian P&I insurer Skuld with several ongoing cases, primarily relating to cargo damage and other matters of liability, and handling litigation relating to bodily injury and damage to cargo.
- Continuing to advise Gjensidige Forsikring, and assisting with several ongoing cases within the aviation and shipping areas involving cargo damage and matters of liability.
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Anette Fjeld