Selmer
The dedicated offshore construction and shipbuilding team at Selmer receives praise for its ‘exceptional expertise and innovative approach’. Practice co-head Nicolai Myren acts for oil and gas industry players on a broad range of matters, while co-head Christian Steen Eriksen has notable expertise in engineering, procurement and construction contracts in the industry. Frequently working alongside Eriksen is new partner Martin Tandstad Ege, another key name for contracts and procurement issues, particularly charterparties and shipbuilding contracts. Hailed by clients for his ’strategic insight and meticulous approach’, Preben Berge Helverschou, who joined the firm from Kvale Advokatfirma DA in 2023, is recommended for contentious work relating to offshore support vessels.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
'Selmer's Offshore construction and shipbuilding practice is distinguished by its exceptional expertise and innovative approach. Potential clients should know about their deep understanding of the industry, which translates into tailored solutions. The team's collaborative ethos and technological integration ensure efficient and effective service.’
‘Among the outstanding individuals at Selmer, Preben Helverschou truly shines. His unparalleled expertise in offshore construction and shipbuilding law is a cornerstone of the practice's success. Preben's strategic insight and meticulous approach set him apart from competitors, ensuring clients receive the highest calibre of representation.'
- 'Associates within the firm demonstrate a commendable level of dedication and a thorough understanding of the industry. Their collaborative spirit and commitment to excellence further enhance the team's effectiveness.'
- 'What I value most in the team is their client-centric approach. They go above and beyond to understand the unique needs of each client, delivering tailored solutions that exceed expectations. This level of personalised attention is a true differentiator in the legal field.’
Key clients
- Tersan Shipyard
- Acta Marine
- Reach Subsea
- Ocean Installer
- COSL
- Halliburton
- Swire Energy Services
- Fjord1
- IK-Group
- SLB (formerly Schlumberger)
- Sevnor
- Technip Energies Group (various subsidiaries)
Work highlights
- Advised Reach Subsea in connection with ordering two state-of-the-art, remotely-controlled and battery-driven subsea vessels.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Nicolai Myren, Christian Steen Eriksen