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Regulatory, compliance and investigations

Wiersholm

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The market-leading regulatory, compliance and investigations practice at Wiersholm maintains a strong position in the market within compliance, while its caseload increasingly includes security regulations and sanctions work. Seasoned litigator Jan Fougner oversees the team alongside Georg Abusdal Engebretsen, who assists international enterprises and public institutions with compliance work and private investigations. Another core pillar of the practice is ESG and environmental matters and Helene Bogen is a key name on this side. Other noteworthy individuals are Erelend A. Methi, who specialises in human rights law, and Hildegunn Alsvik, who handles contentious compliance and corporate governance matters.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Very well-composed team, that has complementary skills and works very well together. They are well updated on both environmental legislation and case-handling strategies at public authorities.'

  • ‘Helen Bogen is highly dedicated to understanding the client's needs and the best legal strategy towards best value services. She is very well updated on the legal framework, relevant legal court decisions and how environmental authorities handle permit applications.’

  • ‘For me, it is the top white-collar crime, compliance and ESG team in Norway. Stellar client list, stellar client counselling and service. Polished and sophisticated legal advice.’

  • ‘Georg Abusdal Engebretsen is highly personable, calm, and unflappable, bringing deep expertise and extensive experience in dealing with Norwegian enforcement authorities.’

  • ‘Wiersholm's lawyers have extremely good professional knowledge, they see a case from many sides, they make good ethical assessments and they deliver with high quality at the right time.’

  • ‘Professional, good expertise and overview of regulations and compliance we need to adhere to. Supportive, solid follow-up, and easy to work with.’

  • ‘We have worked with Helene Bogen, who proved to be a to the point, competent discussion partner and also pleasant to work with.’

Key clients

  • Bane NOR SF
  • Equinor ASA
  • Hurtigruten AS
  • Schibsted ASA
  • Skagerak Kraft
  • ABB AS
  • OSM Thome
  • Celsa Armeringsstål AS
  • Huhtamaki Oyj
  • Felleskjøpet Agri SA
  • Glamox AS
  • Nord-Trøndelag Elektrisitetsverk Holding AS
  • OBOS BBL
  • VIPPS AS
  • FERD AS
  • Longship AS
  • Norges Bank Investment Management
  • Gjerdrum Municipality
  • SOS Children's Villages, Norway member association
  • Ministry of Culture and Equality
  • Ministry of Petroleum and Energy
  • Aars As
  • The Corona Commission
  • Ministry of Labour and Social Inclusion
  • Orkla ASA
  • RTN AS
  • Northern Lights JV DA
  • Westcon Yards AS
  • Sotra Link AS

Work highlights

  • Advised a Norwegian science company in relation to its establishment of a manufacturing facility.
  • Litigated on behalf of the local Sami population in a landmark case before the Grand Chamber of the Norwegian Supreme Court.
  • Advised an international shipping company on a contemplated divestment process and sale of a mobile offshore drilling unit.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Helene Bogen
Wiersholm
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jan Fougner, Georg Abusdal Engebretsen

Other key lawyers

Helene Bogen, Erelend A. Methi, Hildegunn Alsvik