The ‘very capable’ real estate team at Advokatfirmaet Hjort offers comprehensive expertise that spans litigation, regulatory guidance, transactional work, and development advice, which is sought out by property developers, contractors, landowners, and investors. Practice head Liv Zimmerman aptly advises private and public sector clients on planning, building and property law. For contentious mandates, Frode Innjord is a key name, with expertise in land-use planning, conservation, and taxation work. Sigve Braaten is recommended for tax law within the real estate space, Kristian Korsrud assists with property developments, and Gunn Cecilie Ringdal advises at the intersection of public administration and real estate law.
Testimonials
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‘Hjort is a reliable law firm; they can see solutions and are on the client's side. They collaborate well with the client.’
‘Liv Zimmermann has unique expertise in property matters, which we have greatly benefited from in several cases where we faced challenges with public authorities.’
‘As a client of Advokatfirmaet Hjort, we have been consistently impressed by their specialised real estate practice, particularly in the areas of planning and building law.’
‘Our primary contact person at the firm is Liv Zimmermann, whose expertise in planning and building law is exceptional. Our experience with Liv Zimmermann and her team has been exceptionally rewarding.’
‘Sigve Braaten has substantial expertise in purchase negotiations. He knows the real estate industry well, can foresee issues, and stays ahead of them. Liv Zimmermann understands the real estate market very well.’
‘In my experience, the firm has a very capable legal team in many areas which is important to us. They are proactive and consider our business needs in their advice and not just the legal aspects of our cases with them. They are always available and give very good service and assistance.’
‘Kristian Korsrud is our main contact. He is extremely knowledgeable and has high competence in his work. His team serves us very well.’
Key clients
- Ringsaker Kommune
- Finnmarkseiendommen
- KLP Eiendom AS
- Peab Eiendomsutvikling AS
- Strandkanten Pluss II AS
- Statsbygg
- H-2 Eiendom AS
- Statnett SF Statnett SF
- Bolig & Eiendomsutvikling AS
- Østlandsjord AS
- Stavanger Utvikling AS
Work highlights
- Secured victory for Finnmark Estate (FeFo) in a Supreme Court case regarding the ownership of 5,300 square kilometers of land in Karasjok.
- Played a role in providing zoning and legal advice for the development of the new Rikshospital and new Aker Hospital.
- Provided legal support under a comprehensive framework agreement with Statsbygg for the development of the New Viking Age Musuem at Bygdøy, Oslo.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Liv Zimmermann