Sitting within the firm’s ICT department, Advokatfirmaet Føyen AS stands out with a particular focus on copyright matters. Under the leadership of Knut Glad, the team has also seen an increasing caseload stemming from the arts and culture sectors. Glad focuses on IP work in the digital space and works alongside Knut Olav Fiane and Vebjørn Søndersrød; the latter has experience in copyright issues arising from social media and user-generated content. Lars Folkvard Giske takes point on trade mark matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Føyen AS is a premier intellectual property practice due to its deep expertise and innovative approach. The team brings a unique blend of legal proficiency and technological awareness, setting it apart from competitors.’

  • ‘Knut Glad’s extensive knowledge and strategic insights in IP law, and telecoms excellence along with Beatrice Ignacius’s attention to detail and her client-oriented approach, set the firm apart from its competitors.’

Key clients

  • Google LLC and Google Norway AS
  • United Bakeries Norway AS
  • Nye Veier AS
  • Mnemonic AS
  • Sigdal Bakeri AS
  • Statens vegvesen
  • Forsta AS
  • DIPS AS
  • Baker & McKenzie LLP
  • The Norwegian National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design
  • The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet
  • The Norwegian Library Association
  • Bouvet Norge AS
  • BYWE AS
  • Store Norske Leksikon

Work highlights

  • Acting for Norsk Bibliotekforening (The Norwegian Library Association) in lobbying the Norwegian government and Parliament.
  • Advising Forsta AS, a Norway-based software company, on a range of strategic advice as well as on the day-to-day administration of its entire trade mark portfolio.
  • Advising Store Norske Leksikon on cutting-edge IP issues connected with AI.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Knut Glad

Other key lawyers

Knut Olav Fiane, Vebjørn Søndersrød, Lars Folkvard Giske, Beatrice Ignacius