Closely cooperating with the firm’s TMT practice, the intellectual property and marketing team at Bull & Co Advokatfirma AS acts for a diverse roster of clients across the media, television, and arts and culture sectors on both contentious and non-contentious matters. Practice head Lisa Digernes is dual-qualified in Norway and New York and has significant experience advising on cross-border IP matters, including strategies and protection work. Tom G Eilertsen focuses on intellectual property rights in the film industry, while Jan Morten Evertsen handles copyright work across a range of industries. For clients in the consumer goods industry, Rune Nordengen and Cathrine Grundvig are the key contacts to note. Bente Holmvang left the firm in 2023, and Hanna Beyer Olaussen joined the practice in 2024 from Wikborg Rein.
Testimonials
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‘Professional, quick service, good legal advice within the field of art and film, agreements regarding copyrights and fees, national and international competence.’
‘Strength in international IP law.’
‘Lisa Digernes is skilled and highly professional, and she is a kind person.’
‘For us, Bull stands out with their deep knowledge of both Norwegian and US entertainment law. Additionally, they offer expertise across a broad spectrum of legal disciplines, ensuring we're covered even when venturing outside our typical legal arenas.’
‘Jan Morten Evertsen I've been working with for many years and we both know what's needed and can work straight to the point when needed. Lisa Digernes, has been a big help in international issues and in negotiations about details in contracts made with international players.’
‘What truly stood out was their commitment to transparent communication – every step of the way, we felt informed and involved. I wholeheartedly recommend this firm for anyone seeking not just legal expertise, but a partner dedicated to a client-centric, fair, and efficient legal experience.’
‘I can't praise our lawyer Rune Nordengen enough! His flexibility is truly commendable – always adapting to the companies needs seamlessly. Communication with him is also always very good and transparent. He takes proactive measures, going above and beyond expectations. I highly recommend Rune for his exceptional qualities across the board!’
- 'Cathrine Grundtvig stands out as one of Norway's most seasoned and esteemed attorneys within marketing law.’
Key clients
- Apcoa
- AGICOA
- Atea
- AutoStore
- Blaane Film
- Fab001
- Friluftsmagasinet
- Holocaust Center
- Kahoot!
- Kärcher
- Leave Spildefilm
- Nobel Peace Center
- Norn Studio
- Puma
- Qvisten Animation
- TRY
- UpNorth Film
- Varier Furniture
- Vestre
Work highlights
- Successfully represented R21 Arkitekter in a lawsuit against Steil Arkitektur in terms of an architect’s design rights.
- Assisting Qvisten Animation with IPR issues and preparing agreements for the client’s animation films and other products.
- Assisting UpNorth Film with IPR issues for the production of several documentaries.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Lisa Digernes