Private and public organisations regularly turn to the ‘true TMT experts’ at Advokatfirmaet Haavind AS for assistance on matters. Practice head Kari Gimmingsrud is particularly well placed to advise on data privacy and information security mandates, while Andreas Bernt is a key name to note for media and technology matters. Stian Hultin Oddbjørnsen, who joined the team in June 2024, has the ability ’to distil complex legal matters into clear, actionable insights’. Arne Byberg and Leif Eirik Thrane departed to Wikborg Rein in late 2024.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘True TMT experts with an in-depth understanding of the client's needs beyond legal services.’

  • ‘Kari Gimmingsrud is a genuine expert with a solution-oriented mindset and the client's interests at heart. A true trusted adviser.’

  • ‘Hedda Bjøralt Roald combines in-depth legal expertise with a clear, concise communication style, making even the most intricate matters easy to understand. A true expert in the field, Hedda is a valuable asset to anyone seeking top-notch legal advice in the technology sector.’

  • ‘What makes Stian Oddbjørnsen’s practice at Haavind truly unique is its exceptional blend of deep industry knowledge, particularly within the TMT sector, and a client-centric approach that prioritises practical, results-driven solutions.’

  • ‘Stian Oddbjørnsen, in particular, has an extraordinary ability to distil complex legal matters into clear, actionable insights, all while maintaining a business-oriented approach that aligns seamlessly with our goals.’

  • ‘A combination of understanding the industry and finding solutions that are workable for both parties.’

  • ‘Stian Hultin Oddbjørnsen stands out. He is highly skilled and very pleasant to work with. Both the depth and the breadth of his competence are outstanding.’

  • ‘We are highly impressed with the team's efficiency and ability to quickly grasp the complexities of our case. From the outset, they demonstrate a deep understanding of both legal, technical and commercial aspects involved.’

Key clients

  • Southern and Eastern Norway Regional Health Authority (HSØ) and underlying agencies
  • Telenor ASA
  • Recharge AS
  • Viaplay Group
  • Kople AS
  • NorgesGruppen ASA
  • Bama Group
  • Posten Bring Group
  • Lumera
  • Motion Blur Films
  • Betonmast Buskerud Vestfold
  • The Norwegian Ministry of Defense and underlying agencies
  • Maritim pensjonskasse

Work highlights

  • Represented Viaplay Group in litigation regarding English Premier League broadcasts.
  • Assisted the Southern and Eastern Norway Regional Health Authority in a variety of complex IT matters.
  • Advised Lumera AS on a cloud platform agreement with a major bank.

Lawyers

Leading partners
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Kari Gimmingsrud

Other key lawyers

Andreas Bernt, Stian Hultin Oddbjørnsen, Hedda Bjøralt Roald