Leading Associates

Insurance in Norway

Arntzen Grette

Arntzen Grette is a reference in the market for domestic and international insurers, reinsurers, brokers, agents, and corporates for the full range of contentious and non-contentious services. Practice head Alexander Plows is engaged by insurers and reinsurers on a varied caseload spanning coverage disputes to regulatory issues. Karl Rosén is an experienced advisor to professional liability and D&O matters, while Eivind Landmark Tandrevold is noted for his contentious work, having acted on coverage disputes, D&O liability cases, and professional negligence matters. Jacob S. Bjønness-Jacobsen acts for insurers on professional liability and D&O, and Sarah Haugvad Andresen acts on insurance disputes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Alexander Plows


Autres avocats clés:

Karl Rosén; Eivind Landmark Tandrevold; Jacob S. Bjønness-Jacobsen; Sarah Haugvad Andresen; Jan Olav Aabø; Tobias Behncke


Principaux clients

RSM Norge AS


Allianz Global Corporate & Speciality SE


AXIS at Lloyd’s/Lloyd’s Insurance Company SA


DNB Livsforsikring Y


Lloyd’s Insurance Company SA / Lloyd’s insurers


Tryg Forsikring


If P&C Insurance


ERGO International AG


ERGO Forsikring A/S


Principaux dossiers


  • Successfully defended If P&C Insurance in a NOK 1.7 billion directors’ and officers’ liability case arising from the restructuring of Norske Skog, with the Court of Appeal confirming the full acquittal of all defendants.
  • Acting for Tryg Forsikring in a landmark NOK 200m case concerning the alleged negligence of the former chair of Kleven Verft AS, involving questions of directors’ liability, banks’ duty of care, and the scope of insurance coverage for legal costs under a D&O insurance policy.
  • Representing Lloyd’s Insurance Company in business interruption coverage litigation following the Festningen Restaurant fire, defending Lloyd’s against a claim by the insured for additional indemnity under the policy, and now acting in recovery proceedings to reclaim an overpaid insurance indemnity following the judgment.

BAHR

BAHR‘s insurance practice is focused on insurer-side, acting for an impressive client roster of international insurance groups, domestic insurers, and regional groups, having notable strength in marine insurance. Jan B. Jansen is a seasoned advisor on insurance litigation, with particular ability in the oil and energy sector, and Atle Skaldebø-Rød is equally recommended for his aptitude in litigation, having positioned himself as a key contact for maritime and offshore insurance providers. Mads Schjølberg has a far-reaching insurance practice, with particular expertise in marine insurance and insurance disputes, whiles Marte Leveraas is a specialist in marine insurance, advising on P&I policies and specialist marine policies.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jan B. Jansen; Atle Skaldebø-Rød


Autres avocats clés:

Mads Schjølberg; Marte Leveraas


Les références

‘High quality team of lawyers that are adaptable, sensible, and pragmatic, in addition possessing excellent litigation skills. BAHRs litigation team is second to none. ’

‘Atle Skaldebø-Rød has a fantastic presence in Court.’

They have a high degree of competence coupled with the capacity to provide swift and clear advice, allowing the clients to make educated decisions. They have vast litigation experience, making them well equipped to assess how a court or arbitration panel is likely to resolve an issue.’

Principaux clients

Zurich Insurance Group


Chubb Insurance


Norwegian Hull Club


Assuranceforeningen Skuld


Den Norske Krigsforsikring for Skib


If Skadeforsikring NUF


Tryg Forsikring NUF


Nordnet AB


DNB Livsforsikring ASA


Oslo Pensjonsforsikring ASA


AIG


Protector Forsikring


Livsforsikringsselskapet Nordea Liv Norge AS


Duvi AS


Aker pensjonskasse


The Norwegian association of pension funds


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Vestfrakt AS on a dispute concerning the settlement of repair costs following extensive grounding damage for the vessel MV Vestborg in 2023.
  • Representing Navantia on a high-profile liability dispute with the Norwegian Government over the sinking of the HNoMS Helge Ingstad frigate.

Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS

Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS‘s insurance department is turned to by domestic and foreign clients on an array of insurance matters, across pension insurance, reinsurance, D&O liability, and P&I insurance. Department head Andreas Meidell is a key advisor on commercial insurance claims and coverage issues across energy and property. Henrik Hagberg splits his time between contentious and non-contentious work, frequently acting for domestic and foreign marine insurers. Trond Hatland is a key advisor to onshore insurance companies, and Henrik Møinichen is experienced in international arbitration relating to insurance. Markus Kjelløkken is engaged by insurance companies and insurance distributors on insurance and financial services regulations.

Responsables de la pratique:

Andreas Meidell


Autres avocats clés:

Henrik Hagberg; Trond Hatland; Henrik Møinichen; Markus Kjelløkken; Tore Mydske


Les références

‘We have knowledge within the maritime insurance segment only. Nobody knows the NMIP better than Andreas Meidell. A true asset to the marine insurance segment.’

‘Nobody knows the NMIP better than Andreas Meidell. A true asset to the marine insurance segment.’

‘One of the most competent marine & offshore insurance law firms in the Nordic region with good insight into the Nordic, London, and continental European marine & offshore insurance markets and market dynamics.

Principaux clients

Gard


Den norske Krigsforsikring for Skib


Norwegian Hull Club


Tryg Forsikring


Garex


UK Club


Zurich


AXA XL


Chubb


Navigators


Markel


Swiss Re


Allianz


Lampe & Schwartze KG – Verein Hanseatischer Transportversicherer e.V


Cardif


Travelers Companies Inc


QBE


Storebrand Livsforsikring AS


Storebrand Forsikring AS


Frende Forsikring AS


Frende Livsforsikring


Gjensidige Forsikring AS


Fremtind Forsikring AS


Finans Norge


Skuld


Swedish Club


Brit Insurance


Equinor Insurance


Stadyard AS


SAR AS


JBF Forsikring


Global Aerospace


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented DNK in an international arbitration regarding a USD 180 million total loss claim after the detention of the VLCC « Heroic Idun, » where the war risk insurer denied cover, arguing the incident was not a war peril under the Nordic Marine Insurance Plan.
  • Represented Tryg Forsikring NUF in a matter against Å Energi ASA regarding a fundamental insurance condition of « sudden damage ».
  • Represented several insurers in a significant case where various funds brought claims in the region of BnNOK 1,7 against the former chairman and CEO of Norske Skog ASA, alleging negligence during a 2016 debt restructuring.

Wiersholm

Wiersholm‘s insurance department is noted for its ‘deep knowledge and understanding’. The department is adept at insurance regulatory work, as well as marine insurance and professional indemnity cases. Hans Kenneth Viga-Gerhardsen frequently acts as a defence litigator for clients in insurance coverage disputes related to their liability. Stian Advocaat Endre acts for insurance companies in regulatory mandates, while Magnus Nordøy Snellingen oversees D&O liability disputes. Fredrik Dahm chiefly focuses on directors’ and auditors’ liability.

Responsables de la pratique:

Hans Kenneth Viga-Gerhardsen; Stian Advocaat Endre; Magnus Snellingen


Autres avocats clés:

Fredrik Dahm; Olav Fr. Perland; Marcus Gjeruldsen Spillum


Les références

‘Hans Kenneth Viga-Gerhardsen and Stian Advocaat Endre are a power couple within insurance regulation if there ever was one. Together they cover all aspects of the insurance industry, both from a claims perspective and from a regulatory perspective.’

‘Deep knowledge and understanding of our sector, from a regulatory, juridical, and business perspective.’

I have done business with Hans Kenneth Viga-Gerhardsen for over a decade, and he keeps raising the bar every time. Exceptional deliveries.’

Principaux clients

Gjensidige Forsikring ASA


If Skadeforsikring NUF


AIG Europe S.A


DNB Bank ASA


Folksam Ömsesidig Sakförsäkring


BDO AS


XL Insurance SE


Tryg Forsikring


QBE Europe SA


Gjensidigeforeningene


Matrix Insurance AS


Norwegian Underwriting Agency


QBE Europe SA


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Gjensidige Forsikring ASA as the liability insurer of the law firm, Bull Årstad.
  • Represent Kistefos in an intense shareholder dispute concerning the shipowner Solstad Shipping AS.
  • Represents Folksam Omsesidig Sakforsakring as liability insurer for Kranor AS following a fatal accident in Trondheim in 2023.

Advokatfirma Kogstad Lunde & Co

Insurance boutique Advokatfirma Kogstad Lunde & Co is well-positioned to advise domestic and international insurers and reinsurers across insurance advisory and contentious matters. The practice is co-led by the capable duo of Terje Marthinsen, a key contact for clients across D&O liability, professional indemnity, and cross-border disputes, and Trond Werner Lunde, who is an experienced litigator and mediator, having been an active advisor in D&O disputes. Karoline Stenberg has broad knowledge of professional liability, insurance fraud, and recourse claims, while another key practitioner in the firm is Per Kristian Lundkvist, who chiefly focuses on litigation, representing clients in liability disputes, personal injury cases, and recourse actions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Trond Werner Lunde; Terje Marthinsen


Autres avocats clés:

Karoline Stenberg; Per Kristian Lundkvist; Emil Sundqvist


Les références

‘The highly specialised team at Kogstad Lunde is unmatched in the industry for delivering fast, sharp, and strategically sound advice on complex insurance matters. Their ability to combine legal precision with commercial understanding is exceptional. The team operates with impressive efficiency, and their billing model is both transparent and highly competitive.’

‘Terje Marthinsen has the sharpest strategic mind I know. His ability to see the broader picture while navigating complex legal terrain is truly remarkable. Trond Werner Lunde’s deep and wide-ranging knowledge of insurance-related matters is second to none – a true authority in the field whose judgment inspires full confidence.’

‘Emil Sundqvist is proactive, dedicated, and consistently solution-oriented. His combination of professionalism and reliability makes him an invaluable asset to any matter.’

Principaux clients

Tryg Forsikring


Protector Forsikring


Gjensidige Forsikring


If


KLP


Sandefjord kommune


Alta kommune


Frende Skadeforsikring


Frende Livsforsikring


Stavanger kommune


Haugesund kommune


Fremtind Forsikring


Fremtind Livsforsikring


The Norwegian Government


The Norwegian Labour and Welfare Organisation


The Norwegian Government


The National Complaint Board for Health Services


Orkland kommune


Pareto Forsikringsmegling AS


Jernbanepersonalets Bank og Forsikring


Knif Trygghet Forsikring


Byggmesterforsikring


Talgø MøreTre


Landkreditt Forsikring


Ly Forsikring


Faver AS


Færder kommune


HDI Speciality SE


Lillehammer kommune


Kennedys Law


VIS Forsikring Gjensidig


Ulstein kommune


Skien kommune


Senja kommune


Norsk Forsikring


Statens Pensjonskasse


Trafikkforsikringsforeningen


Yrkesskadeforsikringsforeningen


Talgø Invest AS


Euro Accident Liv NUF


Lloyds, Brussels


Sedgwick


Azure law


Eir Forsäkring SE


Favn Forsikring


Allied World Assurance Company


Youplus Livsforsikring NUF


Ørland kommune


Idrettens Forsikringsselskap AS


Karmøy kommune


Hareid kommune


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising different excess levels of D&O Insurers and Reinsurers at Lloyds Brussels related to a possible 6 BN NOK liability.
  • Advising Reinsurers at Lloyds Brussels on a NOK 800 M case where Islamist militants had seized oil fields containing insured property.
  • Represented the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (TFF) in a landmark case where an uninsured electric scooter caused injuries expected to exceed NOK 100 M.

RIISA Advokatfirma ANS

Insurance and tort boutique RIISA Advokatfirma ANS has a longstanding reputation for advising insurance companies on a wide array of matters. Svein Bergset is an active advisor to a client roster of insurance and reinsurance companies across his broad practice, which features liability, personal injuries, and marine insurance. Jørgen Svartebekk has developed a wide knowledge of tort and insurance law, with particular activity in liability cases. Toralf Wågheim is a name of note for professional liability and corporate liability matters, while Joachim Skjelsbæk adds additional aptitude in liability cases to the practice.

Responsables de la pratique:

Svein Bergset; Jørgen Svartebekk


Autres avocats clés:

Toralf Wågheim; Joachim Skjelsbæk; Magnus Guderud


Principaux clients

AIG


Gjensidige Forsikring


Fremtind Forsikring AS


If Skadeforsikring NUF


DNB Bank ASA


DNB Livsforsikring


Tryg


Oslo Pensjonsforsikring AS


Storebrand


Claims Link


Protector


Trafikkforsikringsforeningen


Yrkesskadeforeningen


Toyota Insurance Management SE


Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty


Nordic Guarantee


Industriforsikring


Frende Forsikring


The Norwegian Government


The Norwegian Labour and Welfare Organisation


Eika Forsikring


The Norwegian Government


The National Complaint Board for Health Services


Zurich


HDI Global Specialty SE Denmark


Rockwool Group Denmark


Fender Marine AS


Fidelis Partnership


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Riskpoint in a case before the Borgarting Court of Appeal regarding a claim for compensation against the chairman of the board, general manager, and their liability insurance companies after the bankruptcy in Norske Skog ASA.
  • Represented Storebrand in a case before the Supreme Court concerning compensation under the Occupational Injury Insurance Act.
  • Represented Fremtind in a case before the Supreme Court concerning the interpretation of the Disposal Act.

Selmer

Selmer‘s insurance practice is adept across a wide array of insurance matters, demonstrating activity in the energy, offshore, marine, and construction sectors. The practice is led by Preben Helverschou, a key advisor on cover disputes, claims, direct action claims, and marine casualties, and Eline Hellem Langeland, whose broad practice spans marine, offshore, energy and shipping insurance. Hilde Høksnes is a key practitioner for clients on the regulatory front, covering compliance and product development. Henning Wahlen and Eline Hellem Langeland are also recommended.

Responsables de la pratique:

Preben Helverschou; Eline Hellem Langeland


Autres avocats clés:

Hilde Høksnes; Henning Wahlen; Eline Hellem Langeland


Principaux clients

Brødrene Dahl


Degree of Freedom


Fram Forsikringsmegling


Hydor


Institutt for Energiteknikk


Krüger Kaldnes


Nexans Norway


Norway Marine Insurance


Norwegian Hull Club


Olympic Subsea


IF Skadeforsikring


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented over 40 claimants in a high-profile fraud case involving a former partner at Bull Årstad DA. The matter involves several insurance-related aspects.
  • Represented Olympic Subsea, Reach Subsea and Ocean Installer with insurance issues arising in relation to the conclusion of charterparties and other contracts within the offshore wind and oil & gas industries.
  • Represented Krüger Kaldnes AS and IF Skadeforsikring in a dispute with salmon producer Mowi that has been on-going since 2019.

Advokatfirmaet Bull AS

Advokatfirmaet Bull AS‘s insurance team is adept at advising domestic and international insurers on insurance claims, including recovery and liability claims. Practice head Runar Hansen is a versatile practitioner, noted for his work on D&O, reinsurance disputes, and PI. The team benefits from Nils Henrik Varmann Jørgensen ‘s dual expertise in contentious and non-contentious insurance matters, with particular expertise on professional liability matters. Klemet Gaski adds further aptitude in professional liability to the team, covering D&O liability and auditor liability.

Responsables de la pratique:

Runar Hansen


Autres avocats clés:

Nils Henrik Varmann Jørgensen; Klemet Gaski


Les références

‘Bull & Co have an excellent and broad insurance practice with a great deal of experience.’

‘Runar Hansen is one of Norway’s leading insurance lawyers with many years’ experience. He is also an excellent litigator.’

‘The team is highly professional, experienced, and possesses exceptional expertise within their field. The level of competence stands out as among the very best in the industry, and their work consistently reflects both depth of knowledge and strategic insights.’

Principaux clients

AIG Europe S.A


Allianz Global Corporate & Speciality


Chubb Insurance


CNA Insurance


Icopal


If Skadeforsikring NUF


Landkreditt Forsikring AS


Oslo District Court


Protector Forsikring ASA


Å Energi AS


NCO AS


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Elkjøp and its PI insurer in a lawsuit regarding liability for a facility fire, securing victory before the local city court in August 2025.
  • Defended NCO AS in NOK 50m negligence claim, achieving favourable settlement with no compensation paid during mediation.
  • Advised Å Energi AS, Norway’s largest energy company, and Renewables Norway in a NOK 100m insurance coverage dispute against Tryg Forsikring.

DLA Piper

DLA Piper is regularly sought out for coverage disputes and excels in reinsurance and professional liability matters. With combined aptitude in insurance and commercial litigation, Mohsin Ramani oversees the practice. Camilla Wollan is a specialist in regulatory matters in the insurance space, while Hugo Munthe-Kaas takes point on cyber insurance and breach response, acting on coverage assessments and regulatory defense. Katrine Lillerud adds knowledge in EA regulatory issues, assisting clients with the provision of services within the EEA.

Responsables de la pratique:

Mohsin Ramani


Autres avocats clés:

Camilla Wollan; Hugo Munthe-Kaas; Katrine Lillerud


Les références

‘Strong team with good in-depth knowledge.’

‘Mohsin Ramani is an absolute great person and a very good lawyer. Solution-driven and with a great understanding of legal aspects of liability-type insurance.’

Principaux clients

Gjensidige


Lloyd’s Insurance Company


Beazley


Chubb


AEGIS


Liberty Mutual Insurance


Tryg


AIG


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Lloyd’s Insurance Company on a high-profile professional liability case concerning auditor liability, tax, and insolvency issues, resolved through in-court settlement.
  • Represented Boligenergi AS and Gjensidige Forsikring ASA on a NOK 100 million dispute concerning subsidence damage from energy wells, resulting in joint liability allocation before the Court of Appeal.
  • Represented Gjensidige Forsikring ASA and its insured, GrunnTeknikk AS, on a NOK 25–30 million professional liability dispute over alleged geotechnical design errors on a school construction project.

Ræder Bing

Ræder Bing is home to an experienced insurance team with knowledge in general insurance matters, liability claims, recovery claims, and regulatory matters. The firm excels in insurance matters relating to cargo, in areas such as shipping and aviation. Jon Andersen oversees the department, lending his expertise in maritime, transport, and insurance to clients on disputes. Other key practitioners in the department include Kristian Østberg, a go-to for clients in the maritime sector, and Hanna Norum, who handles casualty and personal injury insurance.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jon Andersen


Autres avocats clés:

Kristian Østberg; Hanna Norum; Kyrre Kielland; Alexander Wiesner Barg


Les références

‘Value for money and good experience.’

‘High qualified persons we have long relations with.’

‘Hands on – quick progress in cases.’

Principaux clients

Tryg Forsikring NUF


W.R. Berkley Insurance Nordic NUF


Multiconsult Norge AS


MOWI Markets Norway AS


Gjensidige Forsikring ASA


KLP Skadeforsikring AS


Zurich Insurance plc


AXA XL


XL Catlin Europe SE


HDI Global SE


KLP


If Skadeforsikring NUF


Codan Forsikring A/S


Bud og Hustad Forsikring


Advokatfirmaet Schjødt AS

With a focus on insurer clients, Advokatfirmaet Schjødt AS is a strong choice for cross-border and complex insurance disputes, as well as insurance transactions. Klaus Henrik Wiese-Hansen heads the practice, which encompasses a diverse range of services including regulatory, product development,  transactional matters, and insurance claims. The team is supported by a team of associates including Ingrid Austjore Valseth, who focuses on insurance regulation and product development, and Bente Eide Fossmark, who adds additional expertise in compliance matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Klaus Henrik Wiese-Hansen


Autres avocats clés:

Ingrid Austjore Valseth; Bente Eide Fossmark; Sigurd Holter Torp


Les références

‘Very competent within our area of business and always easy to reach. Not only do what we ask for, but also give suggestions on things we have not considered – i.e. being proactive.’

Schjødt is incredibly responsive and helpful, and its advice is very commercial and pragmatic.’

‘They keep their memos concise and to the point, and it is much appreciated when working in a busy in-house environment. We often have urgent requests and we can always rely on Schjødt to reply promptly and meet required deadlines.’

Principaux clients

Alm. Brand Forsikring A/S


Beazley Group Ltd


Chubb European Group SE


Codan Forsikring NUF


Dual Group


Frende Livsforsikring AS


Howden Norway AS


HDI Global SE


Hyperion Insurance Group Limited


KLP


Lombard International Assurance S.A


Protector Forsikring ASA


SEB Life International Assurance Company DAC


Euro Accident Liv NUF


Swiss Life AG


SquareTrade Limited


Tryg Forsikring A/S


Willis Towers Watson plc


Zurich Insurance plc


American International Group


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Buysure AS on the sale of the entire insurance portfolio held by the company as an agent for Anticimex A/S and If to Gjensidige ASA, a portfolio which represented a (approx.) 20 % share of the market for latent defects insurance in Norway.
  • Advised DARAG Deutschland AG on their EUR 130 million Portfolio Transfer Agreement with Protector Forsikring ASA for Protector’s entire Danish Worker’s compensation portfolio.

Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig

Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig demonstrates activity on both contentious and non-contentious insurance mandates, with particular strength in work in marine insurance. Co-head Anette Fjeld takes point on the non-marine insurance mandates that the practice receives, acting on property and professional liability insurance.  Co-head Øyvind Grøneng chiefly focuses on the shipping and offshore side of mandates, acting for owners, yards, and insurers. Kristoffer Larsen Rognvik is recommended for his work for yards, ship owners, and marine insurance companies on shipping and marine insurance disputes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Anette Fjeld; Øyvind Grøneng


Autres avocats clés:

Kristoffer Larsen Rognvik


Les références

‘Focused on understanding and knowing the client`s business.’

‘Approachable, easy to get hold of.’

‘Øyvind Grøneng is efficient in achieving results in and outside of court, and has experience from acting for several key marine insurers.’

Principaux clients

Gjensidige


If Skadeforsikring NUF


Frende


Skuld P & I


Gard


Navigators


North Standard P & I


Hydor AS


Norsk Hydro/Industriforsikring


Yara Insurance


Codan Insurance


Britannia P & I


KLP Skadeforsikring


KLP Ansvarsforskring


NorSun AS


Norwegian Hull Club


Generali Italia SpA


Rana Municipality


Eimskip Norway AS


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Rana Municipality in a principal case before the Supreme Court regarding how far the recourse liability extends.

Wikborg Rein

Wikborg Rein fields a full-service insurance practice, covering dispute resolution, transactional, and regulatory services. With offices across Norway, as well as an international footprint, the firm is well-positioned to advise on cross-border matters. Department head Anders Færden is an experienced litigator, having acted in the Norwegian courts and in arbitration proceedings regarding insurance cover and insurance recovery disputes. On the regulatory side, Ole Andenæs is a key name, while Herman Steen is a name of note for marine insurance disputes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Anders Færden


Autres avocats clés:

Ole Andenæs; Herman Steen; Jens Christian Werring-Westly


Les références

‘Strong and reliable firm for wet and dry shipping and marine insurance matters. Strong international presence which is still unparalleled in Norway.’

‘Herman Steen is a strong litigator.’

Principaux clients

Assuranceforeningen Gard


Gard Marine & Energy Ltd


Codan Insurance


AXA XL


Norwegian Hull Club


Assuranceforeningen SKULD


Hydor AS


RSA


Zürich Insurance


The Swedish Club


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisted Gard Marine & Energy with their purchase of a large insurance portfolio, mainly the entire marine and wind power portfolio, from Alm. Brand. (ex. Codan Forsikring)
  • Instructed on behalf of various groups of All Risks Insurer interests led by Global Aerospace, who are defendants in the ongoing Lessor Policy Claims before the courts in several jurisdictions, concerning aircraft leased to Russian airlines.
  • Represented the bankruptcy estate of Kleven Verft AS in securing a final and binding judgment in a dispute against the shipyard’s former chairman and CEO and his liability insurer, Tryg Forsikring.