Ståle Wangen
Advokatfirmaet PricewaterhouseCoopers AS2
Tax
The practice at Advokatfirmaet PricewaterhouseCoopers AS is well placed to advise on the full remit of tax issues, and its workload covers an array of industry sectors, including the tech and AI spaces. International indirect tax specialist Espen Qvist is described as ‘a one of a kind hardworking lawyer’ and Ståle Wangen is well regarded for his ’tons of experience in international taxation’, which is also Jennifer Wong’s area of expertise. Wong has particular capabilities in the shipping and oil industries, as does Hilde Thorstad, who is noted also for her ‘exceptional international network’. Øystein Andal has expertise in transfer pricing work, Marit Barth has a VAT specialism, and Lars Helge Aasen oversees the group. Recent team changes include the departure of Kim Fosshaug and Ann Michelle Larsen to Brækhus Advokatfirma AS in March 2024 and the arrival of Lene Lodde from Wiersholm in May 2024.
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Testimonials
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‘The team acts as our extended tax department in our global growth journey by facilitating engagements with multiple teams in many jurisdictions. They ensure that we get the updates and have the knowledge needed to be on top in planning and compliance. Their advice is always valuable and to the point.’
‘A highly knowledgeable team of professionals. Espen Qvist and Simen Horne Stokka have proven invaluable in advising and handling EU VAT issues. Eivind Falck-Ytter provides balanced risk assessment on transfer pricing issues. Erik Stenvik Granly and Ulrik Kleppen Rafn provide assistance in our day-to-day operation which has proven crucial.'
‘The people stand out because they have good knowledge of our company and our business area. They know the challenges we have, and like to help us moving forward.’
‘The combination of local knowledge and global reach provides for a unique service offering in the Norwegian market.’
‘They are responsive and knowledgeable. Eivind Falck-Ytter is a very competent partner who has helped us immensely on a number of transfer pricing issues. Pål Tangen Heggernes has been a great partner for us on deal structuring and tax issues.'
‘The team has the ability to listen to us and adapt to our needs even when we ask for assistance outside their core competency. The team is highly skilled in taxes of all sorts, and have a global network that enables them to deliver local tax advice from all over the world. They are also very nice people to work with on a personal level, and they respond quickly.’
‘Espen Qvist is a one of a kind hardworking lawyer, who has great oversight, and who also challenges you in a positive way. Ståle Wangen has tons of experience in international taxation. Øystein Andal knows all we need to know and more about transfer pricing, and he is also very easy to discuss with. Jennifer Wong is an extreme talent in terms of client treatment and her can-do attitude.’
‘Hilde Thorstad has very good competence and an ability to find solutions which are possible to implement. She has an exceptional international network and is very nice to cooperate with.’
Key clients
- DIF Capital Partners
- Citycon
- Longship
- Element Logic
- Equip
- Norgesgruppen
- Telenor
- Altera Infrastructure
- Summa Equity
- KLP Eiendom Oslo Holding AS
- Yara
- DNV
- EQT
- Nordic Capital
- Norvestor
- Höegh LNG
- Transocean
- Equinor ASA
- Altor Equity Partners
- Verdane Capital
Work highlights
- Assisted DIF Capital with tax and VAT due diligence, structuring assistance and post-close assistance in its acquisition of Norwegian electric ferry operator Fjord1.
- Assisted Summa Equity with tax and VAT vendor due diligence for the sale of one of its largest portfolio companies, Norsk Gjenvinning AS, assisting Summa Fund I's and other existing shareholders' sale of Norsk Gjenvinning to Summa Circular.
- Assisted KLP Eiendom with tax and VAT due diligence in its NOK3.3bn+ acquisition of two prominent real estates.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Hilde Thorstad
Advokatfirmaet PricewaterhouseCoopers ASPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Lars Helge Aasen