One of the preeminent law firms in Norway for real estate, BAHR is regularly turned to by institutional investors, life insurance companies, private equity funds, and asset managers. Practice head Andreas Rørvik is an industry veteran with a primary focus on real estate transactions, development projects, and the structuring of real estate projects. With a similarly focused practice, Anne Sofie Bjørkholt is also recommended. The team also includes Ole Andreas Dimmen, who combines expertise in tax and real estate, among other areas, to advise on real estate transactions, and Hedvig Hundhammer is a key presence on transactional work at the practice.
Real estate in Norway
BAHR
Responsables de la pratique:
Andreas Rørvik
Autres avocats clés:
Anne Sofie Bjørkholt; Ole Andreas Dimmen; Hedvig Hundhammer
Les références
‘BAHR combines deep legal expertise with strong commercial understanding and cross-disciplinary collaboration. As client I value strategic advice, responsiveness, and ability to tailor solutions. They introduced innovations in technology, billing flexibility, and diversity, positioning them ahead of many traditional firms.’
‘The individuals I work with at BAHR stand out through their deep expertise, commercial awareness, and ability to build trust. Associate Hedvig Hundhammer impresses with her analytical strength, responsiveness, and proactive approach. Compared to competitors, BAHR’s team consistently delivers high-quality advice with a collaborative and client-focused mindset.’
‘BAHR is a leading and highly respected law firm. Clients can feel confident that they are in safe and capable hands.’
Principaux clients
Aker ASA
Aker Property Group
Rica Eiendom
Reitan Eiendom
Oslo Pensjonsforsikring
Deka Bank Deutsche Girozentrale
Höegh Eiendom AS
Union Eiendomskapital
CBRE Global Investors
Fredensborg Bolig AS
Schage Eiendom AS
Entra
Hav Eiendom AS
Braathen Eiendom AS
Niam AS
Nuveen Real Estate
Merkantilbygg Holding AS
Citycon Norway AS
Sporveien Bussanlegg AS
Oslo Municipality
Boligbygg AS
Deka Immobilien Investment GmbH
LA Lund
JM Norge AS
SpareBank 1 Forsikring AS
Eiendomsmegler 1 Midt-Norge
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Merkantilbygg Holding AS on a series of high-value real estate transactions totalling over NOK 4 billion, as well as on its NOK 1.88 billion refinancing.
- Advising Entra on the NOK 6.45 billion sale of its entire Trondheim property portfolio to Reitan, including several modern buildings and two development projects.
- Advising KLP on its NOK 3.3 billion acquisition of 1,000 lease apartments from Selvaag Utleiebolig, marking the largest residential property transaction in Norwegian history.
Advokatfirmaet Haavind AS
Advokatfirmaet Haavind AS offers a comprehensive range of real estate services, enabling the team to advise on transactions, land acquisition, development projects, and disputes, to name a few. The practice group is co-led by experienced partners Terese Sørli, who specialises in real estate development and land acquisitions, and Herman Roksund, a go-to for portfolio sales and sale and leaseback structures. With expertise in property development and transactions, Erling Marcussen Timm is another key practitioner at the firm, while Elin Mack Løvdal is a name to note for her particular expertise in joint venture arrangements. Magnus Meisingset-Haug is knowledgeable in transactions and leases. The firm benefits from Stig L. Bech‘s long-standing experience in real estate, across transactions and financing.
Responsables de la pratique:
Terese Negaard Sørli; Herman Roksund
Autres avocats clés:
Erling Marcussen Timm; Elin Mack Løvdal; Magnus Meisingset-Haug; Stig L. Bech; Henrik Taubøll; Marie-Lou Pereira; Eirik Helgeby Børstei
Les références
‘Haavind’s real estate practice stands out as one of the most impressive and effective teams I have worked with. What truly distinguishes them is their ability to combine deep technical expertise with a highly commercial and pragmatic approach. The team consistently delivers clear, solution-oriented advice, even in complex matters, and they are exceptionally responsive and proactive in their follow-up.’
‘Erling Timm and Herman Roksund deserve particular recognition. They are both outstanding lawyers with an ability to quickly understand the commercial drivers of a case, while also being meticulous in the legal details. Their calm, structured, and forward-looking guidance has been invaluable, and they manage to combine sharp legal analysis with practical, hands-on advice that makes a tangible difference.’
‘Long time collaborator and personal knowledge and team feeling, unique knowledge of the business, politics, and other developers, high-level advisor, very well connected in terms of new opportunities for our business, wide interest within politics, tech, municipal planning and more.’
Principaux clients
DNB Næringseiendom AS
OBOS BBL
Storebrand Eiendom Vekst AS
Thongård AS
Pareto Alternative Investments ASA
Pareto Securities AS
Pareto Eiendomsfellesskap AS
Bane Nor Eiendom AS
Ferd Eiendom AS
Linstow AS
Nye Linderud Utvikling AS
Attivo AS
Norgesgruppen ASA
Equinor ASA
Telenor ASA
Telenor Real Estate AS
Statsbygg
CBRE AS
Stor-Oslo Eiendom AS
Skanska Norge AS
Vestre Viken HF
Dalema Eiendom AS
Oslo Universitetssykehus HF
Nåbo AS
ABG Project Finance AS
Bulk Infrastructure Group AS
Oslo Pensjonsforsikring AS
Mustad Eiendom AS
Public Property Invest ASA
Ragde Eiendom AS
DNB Carnegie
HCH Eiendom AS
Aspelin Eiendom Holding AS
Kommunal- og distriktsdepartementet
Norsk Eiendom
Höegh Eiendom AS
Interwell AS
SEN Holding AS
Helse Sør-Øst RHF
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for Pareto Alternative Investments and Pareto Securities, some of Norway’s largest and most influential independent, full-service brokerage houses with a leading position in the Nordic capital markets.
- Advising Interwell AS on the sale of its headquarters in Stavanger, The transaction is cross-border, and the buyer is NatWest.
- Acts as legal advisor to Bane NOR Eiendom in the Filipstad development, Norway’s largest ongoing urban transformation project.
Advokatfirmaet Schjødt AS
Advokatfirmaet Schjødt AS fields a full-service real estate department, enabling the firm to act on financings, infrastructure projects, and development projects, with notable activity in data centre projects. Practice head Ditlef Thaulow is engaged by international investors entering into the real estate market on acquisitions, development, and restructuring. Camilla Kristiansen Lunne is involved in the structuring and organisation of development projects, while Geir Sand is an industry veteran, who takes point on transactions, development, and infrastructure projects. Christian Bjørn-Hansen is an active advisor on data centre projects. Nikolai K. Lyngnes combines expertise in corporate law and financing with knowledge of real estate, regularly advising on public-private partnerships.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ditlef Thaulow
Autres avocats clés:
Camilla Kristiansen Lunne; Geir Sand; Christian Bjørn-Hansen; Nikolai K. Lyngnes; Jarle Holstrøm
Les références
‘The firm has extensive knowledge and experience in all fields required to execute commerical real estate transaction. Their people and teams collaborate well across the disciplines and are well-managed, appearing as one towards us as a client. They are also willing to engage in projects from an early phase even when it entails them taking on execution risk on their end, providing valuable advice already from the very beginning of our processes and throughout the entire process’
‘We have exlusively used Christian Bjørn-Hansen and his team. In addition to providing top level legal advice, Christian also brings extensive transaction know-how, network, and commercial understanding to the processes, making him a valuable team player beyond the normal scope of legal services.’
Strong knowledge from a wide range of experience in the past. For international players – it’s helpful that they’ve often worked with foreign capital, so they « understand the language » and market practices which often vary in certain aspects vs. local Norwegians. Their wide range of services makes them also able to include people from other parts of the firm shall that be necessary.’
Principaux clients
Macquarie Principal Finance AS
Asset Buyout Partners AS
Canica Eiendom AS
DEAS Asset Management AS
Entra ASA
H.I.G Capital Europe
Zetland Capital
Oslo S Utvikling AS
NREP AS
Olav Thon Eiendomsselskap ASA
FendR Project Finance AS
Selvaag Bolig ASA
UREM Real Estate Fund I AS
I K Lykke Eiendom AS
Erla Eiendom AS
Bulk Industrial Real Estate AS
Principaux dossiers
- Advised on a private credit facility of a consortium led by Zetland Capital Partners LLP on a landmark acquisition of 339 residential units and commercial assets across Oslo.
- Acted for Slate Asset Management on the acquisition of the World Seafood Centre, including complex asset separation and development structuring at Oslo Airport Gardermoen.
- Acted as counsel to Asset Buyout Partners AS on the development of a land-based fish farm at Mongstad.
Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS
Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS‘s real estate department is a reference in the market for real estate transactions, property development, and lease negotiations. Department head Even Bratsberg‘s far-reaching practice covers refinancing of real estate companies, restructurings, and real estate joint ventures. Christopher Borch has notable proficiency in litigating real estate cases before arbitration tribunals and regular courts, while Mette Borger Fyksen is a name of note for lease agreements for commercial real estate. Simon Ulleland adds knowledge in regulatory compliance within the sector to the team, and Jenny Mo focuses on commercial real estate transactions and commercial leases.
Responsables de la pratique:
Even Bratsberg
Autres avocats clés:
Christopher Borch; Mette Borger Fyksen; Simon Ulleland; Jenny Mo
Les références
‘Generally very high quality on the team’s legal advice.’
‘Christopher Borch is an outstanding partner with legal skills not only within real estate law but also in most other commercial law aspects.’
‘Thommessen’s real estate team stands out for its breadth and depth of expertise across the full spectrum of real estate matters. They combine strong technical knowledge with a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach, which makes them highly effective in handling both complex transactions and day-to-day matters.’
Principaux clients
Clarksons Platou Real Estate AS
Nordic Real Estate Partners AS
Samhällsbygnadsbolaget i Norden AB
Norwegian Property ASA
Aspelin Ramm Eiendom AS
Starwood Capital Group
Watrium Eiendom AS
Promenaden Property AS
Scandinavian Property Group AS
Angelo Gordon
MARK
Oslo Airport City AS
Storebrand Eiendom
Axer Eiendom AS
Industrifinans Capital AS
Bulk Industrier AS
Mustad Eiendom AS
Geilo Holding AS
Glastad Farsund AS
Fortus AS
ABG Project Finance AS
Carucel Eiendom AS
Canica Eiendom AS
Eiendomshuset Malling & Co AS
Malling & Co Eiendomsfond AS
Tristan Capital Partners
Scandinavian Development Constructive Development AS
Norgesgruppen ASA
Bane NOR Eiendom AS
Avantor AS
Brødrene Jensen AS
Mont Investor AS
NRE Norway AS
HCH Eiendom AS
Njord Securities
Orkla Eiendom AS
Tellus Eiendom AS
Wahl Eiendom AS
Scala Eiendom AS
Ferd Eiendom AS
OroEiendom AS
Mestergruppen Eiendom AS
Eiendomsspar AS
Birk & Co AS
Carnegie AS
Neumann Bygg AS
Gjensidige Forsikring ASA
AMF Pensionsförsäkring AB
Indigo Management AS
Viken Park AS
Bo Coliving AS
EGD Property AS
GC Rieber Eiendom AS
Midstar AB
Scandic Hotels AS
Fortin AS
Salmon TopCo AS
Bama Eiendom AS
Thon Gruppen
Vander Group AS
Public Property Invest ASA
Nordr AS
Nåbo AS
Ringstad Eiendomsutvikling AS
Forus Areal
North Property
Stamas
Entra ASA
Rasmussen Eiendom AS
De Bergenske AS
Citybox AS
Angarde AS
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Aspelin Eiendom on the sale of 50 % of their share in the major development project « Over Spektrum » to Reitan Eiendom.
- Advised Eiendomsspar with their co-investment with Pandox in the Irish hotel company Dalata.
- Assisted a Malling fund with the acquisition of Akersgata 51 from NREP.
Wiersholm
Wiersholm offers a comprehensive real estate offering, enabling the team to advise on acquisition, financing, development, construction, leasing, and other related areas. Tom Rune Lian spearheads the practice, taking on a varied stream of commercial real estate mandates, featuring transactions, structuring, and development. Ståle O. Meleng is chiefly engaged with business premises on transactions and development projects. Morten Brandhaug and Andreas Gustavson are recognised for their expertise in transactions, while Peder Karijord supports the negotiation of lease agreements for real estate development projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Tom Rune Lian
Autres avocats clés:
Ståle O. Meleng; Morten Brandhaug; Andreas Gustavson; Peder Karijord; Natasja Plur
Les références
‘Working with Andreas Gustavson is pure joy! He is an exceptionally good lawyer; highly commercial, service minded to the fullest, and truly skilled at his profession.’
‘Commercial understanding is unparalleled, ensuring we focus on key issues impacting our business case rather than details of insignificance.’
‘Ståle O. Meleng and managing associate Peder Karijord are a dream team. They’re available, keep all deadlines, and are up to speed on questions asked in record time. They possess a broad expertise within real estate.’
Principaux clients
AB Invest AS
Agri Eiendom AS
Arcus Gruppen AS
Aspelin Ramm AS
Axer Eiendom AS
Bane NOR Eiendom AS
BentallGreenOak
Carnegie AS
Coop Norge Eiendom AS
DNB Næringseiendom AS
Ferd Eiendom AS
Fredriksborg Eiendom
Fritzøe Eiendom AS
Herøya Industripark AS
Höegh Eiendom AS
Host Hotelleiendom Norge AS
Flying Elephant AS
Innovasjonsparken
Smedvig Eiendom AS
Jotne Eiendom AS
Linstow Eiendom AS
Miliarium Bolig AS
Nordisk Renting AS
Natwest
Norwegian Property ASA
Oslo Pensjonsforsikring AS
Pareto Alternative Investments AS
Pareto Securities AS
Patrizia SE
Pecunia AS
Reitan Eiendom AS
Schage Eiendom AS
Sequoia Spl1 AS
Skanska Næringseiendom AS
Statkraft AS
Steen & Strøm AS
Stor-Oslo Eiendom AS
Tine SA
UNION Gruppen AS
Viken Pensjonskasse
E C Dahls Eiendom AS
Skeiegruppen AS
Norion Eiendomskapital AS
Værste AS
Frier Vest Holding AS
Oslo Science Hub AS
Pioneer Property Group ASA
Heimdal Bolig
Arntzen Grette
With comprehensive real estate services, Arntzen Grette‘s well-established client base includes pension funds, financial institutions, industry property developers, and logistics property companies. Practice head Ole-Jacob Farstad is a key point of contact for assistance on the structuring and execution of real estate transactions. Thomas Øslebø is a go-to for domestic and international clients on development projects, whereas Eilif S Koch advises on investment transactions and development projects. Hans Henrik Kværne is recommended for his work in real estate transactions, and Dag Henden Torsteinsen chiefly focuses on real estate transactions and commercial property development.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ole-Jacob Farstad
Autres avocats clés:
Thomas Øslebø; Eilif S Koch; Hans Henrik Kværne; Dag Henden Torsteinsen; Håvard Bergli; Bård Berge
Les références
‘A unique team that covers both property law broadly and deeply.’
‘High availability and fast response time make it a dream to work with.’
‘The individuals in the team provide positive energy, take necessary initiatives, and solve the task with solid professional quality. Under the leadership of Ole-Jacob Farstad, our needs for legal assistance are covered in a very good way.’
Principaux clients
Swiss Life Asset Managers Transactions AS
Asset Buyout Partners
Olav Thon Group
Newsec Investment Management AS
Schage Eiendom AS
Hersleth Eiendom
Backe Prosjekt AS
SKB Eiendom AS
Hersleth Eiendom
Stendörren Fastigheter AB
Bulk Industrial Real Estate
Axer Eiendom AS
Bunde Eiendom
Møller Eiendom Norge
Oslo Finans
Bybanen Utbygging
Eiendomsspar AS
Avinor AS
Innlandet County Muncipality
Vestland County Municipality
SGF Eiendom AS
Harald Lyche Holding AS
Insenti AS
Drammensregionens Interkommunale Havnevesen
(Drammen Port Authority)
Pensjonskassen for helseforetakene i hovedstadsområdet
Construction City Eiendom AS
Axer Eiendom AS
Norrøna Adventure AS
Vedal Prosjekt AS
Norsk Rikskringkasting AS
Selvaag Eiendom AS
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Swiss Life on its acquisition of Strandveien 50 AS, the holding company for the iconic Strandveien 50 office property at Lysaker.
- Advised Bulk Industrial Real Estate on the sale of a five- property logistics and industrial portfolio.
DLA Piper
DLA Piper has developed a wide real estate practice, including transactions, structuring, development, leasing, financing, and regulatory matters. Practice head Magnus L. Lutnæs chiefly focuses on inbound investments, real estate financings, and development projects. Tone Gjertsen deals with a variety of zoning, subdivision, and development agreements, while Thomas Håkonsen particularly excels in retail leases. The practice also includes Anders Bergenee, an active advisor on acquisitions, divestments, and joint ventures, and Ola Rundfloen, who is involved in development, transactions, and leasing matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Magnus L. Lutnæs
Autres avocats clés:
Tone Gjertsen; Thomas Håkonsen; Anders Bergenee; Ola Rundfloen; Lasse Innleggen
Les références
‘Ola Rundfloen is very proactive, professional, has a fantastic sense of humour, and is professionally strong in commercial contract negotiations that yield real financial benefits.’
‘Exceptional all-in service, especially for international clients, this is a great add-on.’
‘Full dedication, pragmatic, and pro-active to create successful transactions.’
Principaux clients
Green Mountain
Aberdeen Investment
Castlelake
Corum XL
H&M
Coop Øst
IKEA
Skanska Norge
Lucid Motors
UNICEF Norge
Festing
Aparta
Kinland
Lululemon
Arcus Infrastructure Partners
Tesla Norway
Pecunia
Prada
DEAS Asset Management
Macquarie Infrastructure Real Assets
Stor-Oslo Eiendom
Round Hill Capital
90 North Real Estate Partners
Betonmast Eiendom
Azrieli Group
IK Gruppen
Tietoevry Tech Services AS
KonseptPluss
OtiumPluss
Allstad
LCN Capital Partners
Seltor Bolig
Kodial Eiendom
Møller Mobility Group
Felleskjøpet
Kaldnes Vest
Attivo Eiendomsutvikling I, II and III
LanzaTech
Match Eiendom
Grefsen Utvikling
Eidos Eiendomsutvikling
Heimstaden
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Castlelake on the NOK 1.9 billion financing of a 30-property real estate portfolio in Norway.
- Advised Green Mountain and parent Azrieli Group on the development and EUR 371 million refinancing of a 90–150MW hyperscale data centre campus in Hamar, Norway, delivered to TikTok as sole tenant.
- Advising Skanska Næringseiendom and Klaveness Marine on the joint redevelopment of 33,970 sqm at Skøyen, including integration of new subway infrastructure.
Selmer
With a team experienced in real estate transactions, development projects, and lease agreements, Selmer has recently been an active advisor to real estate developers on joint ventures and development projects across an array of sectors. Thomas Reppe Wetting oversees the team, taking on complex real estate transactions and the establishment of syndicates and fund structures for investment. Sverre Nordlie is experienced in commercial real estate transactions and property development, while Mikkel Vislie has a demonstrable track record acting on the development, financing, and transactions of residential and commercial property. Eirik Riddervold is another key name at the firm. Pål Brudvik joined the firm in 2026.
Responsables de la pratique:
Thomas Reppe Wetting
Autres avocats clés:
Sverre Nordlie; Mikkel Vislie; Eirik Riddervold; Lars-Petter Weyer-Larsen; Pål Brudvik
Les références
‘M&A focused firm with extensive experience, especially within real estate.’
‘Lars-Petter Weyer-Larsen is hands-on, quickly identifies potential problems, and sees relevant solutions which can be implemented in a practical manner.’
Principaux clients
Arctic Securities
Aspelin Ramm Eiendom
Bane NOR Eiendom
Cibus Nordic Real Estate AB
Clarksons Project Finance
Gjelsten Bolig
Hav Eiendom
Logistea AB
Løvenskiold Eiendom
Møller Eiendom
Niam
Norsk rikskringkasting
Nyfosa AB
Oslo Pensjonsforsikring
Pandox AB
Polaris Eiendom
SBB Samfunnsbygg
Scandinavian Property Group
Selvaag
Spabo Eiendom
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Niam on the NOK 1.45 billion acquisition of LC Holmenga 1 AS, which is the owner of a 64,000 square meter state-of-the-art and ecologically pioneering logistics property.
- Advising DNK, the institutional body governing the Christian community in Norway, on the acquisition of 157 clergy residences from Opplysningsvesenets fond (OVF) (managed by the Norwegian State).
- Advising Gjelsten Bolig in connection with entering into an agreement with Union Residential Development and Union Real Estate Fond IV to establish a joint housing development company with a focus on Oslo.
Wikborg Rein
With a varied client roster of local and multinational investors, developers, and commercial landlords, Wikborg Rein‘s lawyers exhibit proficiency across transactions and development projects. Lars Ulleberg Jensen is a key contact at the practice for transactions and development projects, while Ingrid Sævold Moe lends her background in public administration and planning law to clients on development projects. Kristoffer Lerum leads development projects, with additional knowledge in zoning regulations and land use planning, while Ingrid Høstmælingen is a key contact for transactions, having acted on cross-border deals. Håkon Lagesen and Erik Enger-Mår are key supportive presences on matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Lars Ulleberg Jensen; Ingrid Sævold Moe; Kristoffer Lerum
Autres avocats clés:
Ingrid Høstmælingen; Håkon Lagesen; Erik Enger-Mår; Vegard Thunes Jørgensen
Les références
‘Excellent knowledge and skills, great personality both towards client side, but also towards the counter part. The people skills made it possible to achieve great results. The firm also has other great expertises which was very helpful. Ingrid Høstmælingen is highly recommended.’
‘Lead partner, Ingrid Høstmælingen, was outstanding. Academic skills, knowledge and experience were of world-class.’
‘Very competent team with agile capabilities to swiftly solve complex transactions and challenges.’
Principaux clients
DNB Liv
Colliers Project Finance
Clarksons
Nrep
Union Gruppen
Carnegie
NorgesGruppen
Skygard
KLP Eiendom
Areim
Storebrand
Nordisk Renting (NatWest)
Fokus Asset Management
REQ Alternative Investments
Entra
Anvil Asset Advisors
Malling
OBOS
Construction City
Klingenberggata 7 DA
Veslefrikk Eiendom AS
Stack Infrastructure
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Selmer Capital AS, part of the RøhneSelmer Group, the largest Ford car supplier in Norway, on selling their Norwegian real estate portfolio.
- Assisted KLP Eiendom, one of the largest property companies in Scandinavia, with the acquisition of Ulven Boligutleie AS.
- Assisted Midstar Hotels AB with the sale of Midstar Fastigheter AB, which owns a landmark Nordic hotel portfolio, to CapMan Hotels II, a fund managed by CapMan Real Estate.
Advokatfirmaet CLP DA
Transactions and development projects are at the core of Advokatfirmaet CLP DA‘s real estate practice, which is also active in real estate financing, investment structuring, and disputes. Practice head Håvard Skogvoll is a key contact for international real estate funds and investors investing in Norway, whereas Egil Jarslett acts on real estate disputes. Litigation and arbitration expert Bodil Høstmælingen is another name to note for real estate disputes, and Sigrid Ertzaas focuses on transactions and lease agreements.
Responsables de la pratique:
Håvard Skogvoll
Autres avocats clés:
Egil Jarslett; Bodil Høstmælingen; Sigrid Ertzaas
Les références
‘I find that the team is available. I make use of different members of the team for processes, assessments, as well as for strategic discussions.’
‘Bodil Høstmælingen performs her work with great thoroughness and is exceptionally well prepared for court proceedings. She is structured, composed, and persuasive in her arguments before the court.’
‘Håvard Skogvoll is warm, humorous, and highly intelligent. He is an excellent sparring partner in discussions.’
Principaux clients
Catella Real Estate AG
Heitman International LLC
Velfra AS
Infranode
DIF Capital Partners
H.I.G Capital
Alti Eiendomsinvest AS
Euro Real Estate S.a.r.l
OBOS BBL
Oslo Pensjonsforsikring AS
Kongsberg Gruppen ASA
Selvaag Eiendom AS
CapMan Real Estate
Fredriksborg Eiendom AS
Svill Eiendom AS
USBL
Vedal Utvikling AS
Dolphin Eiendom AS
Dypro Eiendom AS
JB Ugland Eiendom AS
Acciona Construcción S.A
Dryso AS
Power International AS
IWG
Catella Real Estate AG
Heitman International LLC
Principaux dossiers
- Acted as legal advisor to CapMan Hotels II on its acquisition of Midstar Fastigheter AB.
- Assisted CapMan Real Estate as legal advisor on establishing a 15-year lease agreement with Visma for Sørkedalsveien 6, Majorstuen.
- Assisted CapMan Real Estate as legal advisor on establishing a joint venture with Vander Apartments for Kristian Augusts gate 10, Oslo.
CMS Kluge
CMS Kluge‘s real estate practice is well-placed to assist clients across the full asset lifecycle, with the group covering transactions, development, finance, and investment. Leading the team is Tarjei Pedersen, a name of note for public and private clients on development projects. Naja Dannow has a demonstrable track record in transactions, leases, and development matters, whereas Knut Prestvik has been a key contact for developers and occupiers across his broad practice. Belinda Taranger Ingebrigtsen acts on contracts relating to data centres, while Thea Fürst Tyvold chiefly focuses on the planning and structuring of development projects. Kim Hellstrøm Christensen joined the firm in 2026.
Responsables de la pratique:
Tarjei Pedersen
Autres avocats clés:
Naja Dannow; Knut Prestvik; Thea Fürst Tyvold; Belinda Taranger Ingebrigtsen; Kim Hellstrøm Christensen
Les références
‘I am pleased to write this note in support of Belinda Taranger Ingebrigtsen. She is an exceptionally skilled lawyer and a key part of Kluge’s outstanding team, which exemplifies what a modern and complete law firm should be.’
‘Kluge has a large real estate team that provides full-service assistance in all areas of real estate.’
‘Thea Furst Tyvoll drafts excellent agreements. Naja Dannow has solid expertise in various types of purchase agreements and lease agreements.’
Principaux clients
Green Mountain
Union Residential
Drammen Helsepark
BaneNor Eiendom
Fredensborg Bolig
Circle K
Herøya Industripark
Kraft Finans
Arendal municipality
Auga Eiendom
Total E&P Norway
Allstad Eiendomsutvikling
Schibsted
Norsk Hydros Pensjonskasse
Linstow
Møller
JM Norge
Base Property
Løvenskiold Eiendom
OBOS
Oslo municipality
Bodø municipality
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Green Mountain with following up on a previously-agreed data centre agreement with TikTok, for data storage on a new 150MW site, in the final stages of construction. This will be Norway’s largest data centre campus.
- Assisted Base Property with all steps of the circa €95 million sale of K8, a new office property in Stavanger CBD, to Storebrand Livsforsikring, in Base Property’s largest transaction so far.
- Advising Union Residential on a complex zoning and development project with a value of NOK 1 billion, involving the purchase of an SPV which owns the plot for development.
Advokatfirmaet Føyen AS
Regarded for its ‘exceptional combination of deep specialist expertise and an unparalleled commercial mindset’, Advokatfirmaet Føyen AS is particularly well placed to advise clients on logistics and warehousing projects. Roar R. Lillebergen oversees the practice and has a proven track record in property development projects. Lars David Råmunddal has developed a wide practice, including property development, transactions, and landlord and tenant matters. Anette Thunes is involved in transactions, while Kine Bjørnerud Bergan focuses on planning and the sale and purchase of properties.
Responsables de la pratique:
Roar Lillebergen
Autres avocats clés:
Lars David Råmunddal; Anette Thunes; Kine Bjørnerud Bergan; Ellen Usland
Les références
‘Excellent knowledge on real estate and public matters – helps shape the contractual framework used across the industry.’
‘Lars David Råmunddal – knowledgeable, solution-oriented, balanced approach. Roar Lillebergen – knowledgeable, able to work through complex matters.’
‘They are good at prioritising us as a customer, quick, and easy-going. They are good at picking out the important things and spend time on what for us is the greatest risk. This also means that we will be better off focusing on the important things. We are confident that they give us the best advice in real estate and construction law.’
Principaux clients
Fabritius Gruppen AS
Oslo Logistikkpark Gardermoen AS
Stavanger Utvikling KF
Hamar Municipality
DNB Bank ASA
DNB Næringseiendom AS
Studentsamskipnaden SiO
Backe Prosjekt AS
Certas Energy Norway AS
Coop Norge Eiendom AS
Norsk Eiendom
Google LLC
Kristiansand Havn KF
Ulven AS
OBOS Eiendom AS
Kirkens Bymisjon
DHL Supply Chain
Jessheim Stadion Bolig AS
REMA Etablering Oslo
REBUS Handelseiendom AS
Hesselberg Eiendom AS
United Bakeries Holding AS
Glitner Eiendom AS
Collicare Logistics AS
Hathon Holding AS
Ullevål ANS
Oslo Pensjonsforsikring AS
Glitner Eiendom AS
Siemens AS
Nortura
Fagerstad Utvikling AS
Friis & Friis AS
Principaux dossiers
- Assisting Oslo Logistikkpark Drøbak AS / Fabritius Gruppen AS with the development of a large site for warehouse and logistics near Oslo.
- Assisting Friis & Friis AS with the sale of a significant portfolio comprising four key warehouse and logistics properties in Groruddalen to OroEiendom AS, Hero Eiendom and Focus Nordic.
- Advising Rebus Handelseiendom AS, which manages the retail portfolio of leading retailer REMA 1000 across the whole of Norway, on development, investment and property management.
SANDS
SANDS‘ real estate department advises public and private clients across a varied stream of work, with activity in transactions, infrastructure projects, and development projects. Department head Børge Nygårdshaug is engaged by funds, developers, and corporate clients on acquisitions and disposals. Christian Hartmann chiefly focuses on commercial property transactions, property development, and commercial leasing, while Roger Engebretsen handles real estate M&A transactions. Sofia Bjørck offers a multi-faceted service in development projects, including regulatory assistance and execution.
Responsables de la pratique:
Børge Nygårdshaug
Autres avocats clés:
Christian Hartmann; Roger Engebretsen; Sofia Bjørck; Runar Brøske; Cicilie Sørum Gregoire
Les références
‘Working with Sands is a positive experience because of the breadth of experts in the team. It is an advantage for us that we have a client partner and a team that understands us and can swiftly assist both when needed urgently and for analysis of different subjects.’
’Sofia Bjørck and Cicilie Sørum Gregoire are standout experts who have worked with us now the last few years. Whether it be a problem that needs solving, or is an area of expertise that needs to be explored, both respond quickly with analysis and recommendations after just a short brief.’
‘The strength, as we experience Sands, is that they respond quickly, are knowledgeable, and have a strong business understanding when addressing issues.’
Principaux clients
Det Norske Diakonhjem
Rebus Holding AS
REMA 1000 AS
Oslo Finans AS
Tress Fonds AS
Heffco AS
Nordic Investment AS
Deka Immobilien AG
Clarkson Project Finance AS
Løvenskiold-Vækerø AS
Carl Otto Løvenskiold
Allstad AS
Allstad Eiendomsutvikling AS
Folksom AS
Tom Wilhelmsen Holding AS og Glennwil Invest AS
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Det Norske Diakonhjem on the NOK 1.4bn sale of the residential section (12,000 m² / approx. 250 apartments) of its 100,000 m² mixed-use development in Oslo, involving a highly competitive multi-round bidding process won by OBOS.
- Advising Tress Fonds AS on a series of commercial property acquisitions across Norway, with a total value of approximately NOK 600m, including retail, office, and mixed-use assets.
- Advising Folksom AS on the development of a major mixed-use urban project in the center of Tønsberg, including residential, hotel, commercial, and retail components, with an estimated sales value of up to NOK 1bn.
Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig
With six offices throughout Norway, Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig is well-positioned to provide clients with local support in real estate matters. The firm is active across contentious and non-contentious matters, with a particular focus on transactions and development projects. Jørgen Lindboe has in-depth knowledge of transactions and project development, while Gøran Mjelde Aarvik brings particular expertise in sale and leaseback transactions, forward transactions, and syndication projects. Kjetil Westby Ranum is adept in real estate financing.
Responsables de la pratique:
Jørgen Lindboe; Gøran Mjelde Aarvik
Autres avocats clés:
Kjetil Westby Ranum; Kaja Bjordal
Les références
‘Simonsen’s real estate practice delivers solid and reliable advice across a broad spectrum of matters. The team demonstrates good technical knowledge of real estate law and handles transactions and lease negotiations in a competent way. They are structured and professional in their approach, and clients can expect thoroughness and attention to detail in the legal analysis.’
‘Jørgen Lindbo is a dedicated lawyer who works hard to safeguard his clients’ interests. He has a calm and considered style, and he takes the time to ensure that all legal aspects are properly addressed.’
‘What sets them apart is their strong understanding of the real estate market and ability to translate legal complexity into practical solutions that move transactions forward. They are responsive, hands-on, and highly collaborative across disciplines – from corporate and tax to construction and financing.’
Principaux clients
Njord Securities AS
Propcap AS
Rimfeldt Eiendom AS
Coop Norge Eiendom AS
Realkapital Investor AS
Fazenda Utvikling AS
DNB Næringseiendom AS
Seabrokers AS
Oslo Finans AS
Tesla Norway AS
DNB Bank ASA – DNB Markets Investment Banking Division
RAC NORWAY AS
The municipality of Bergen
Prospective AS
JM Norge AS
Hero Eiendom AS
Gaustadbekken AS
Coop Øst SA
Tinden Næring AS
Østafjells Eiendom AS
Trolltun Investering AS
E8 Holding AS
Realforum AS
Bergen Næringseiendom AS
Scandinavian Property Group AS
Colliers Project Finance AS
Rebus Stor-Oslo AS
Realnor Prosjektfinans AS
Infraheim AS
Blue Moon Metals Inc
Værste AS
Norsk Butikkdrift AS
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Kristiansand Offentlig Eiendom AS, Bergen Kommunebygg AS, and Bergen Etatbygg AS in relation to a NOK 630 million sale of three real estate companies to Public Property Invest ASA, which is a company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange.
- Represented Colliers Project Finance in relation to the NOK 510 million purchase and syndication of Støtvig Hotel including related real estate companies and companies operating the hotel and ancillary business activities.
- Represented Theodor Eiendom AS in connection with the sale of the shares in Bredalsmarken 15 AS, a single purpose company being the owner of an office building in central Bergen.
Apex Advokatfirma AS
Boutique commercial real estate firm Apex Advokatfirma AS is regarded by clients for its ‘deep real estate knowledge and very hands-on project interaction and follow-up’. Line Ravlo-Losvik oversees real estate transactions, property development, and restructuring, while Andreas Mello-Kildal has recently been active on development projects, property acquisitions, and lease agreements.
Responsables de la pratique:
Line Ravlo-Losvik; Andreas Mello-Kildal
Les références
‘Apex Advokater is nothing short of outstanding. Line Ravlo-Losvik and Andreas Mello-Kildal bring a wealth of experience and razor-sharp specialisation. What truly sets them apart is their exclusive focus on representing landlords. This single-minded dedication gives them an unrivalled understanding of landlords’ needs, priorities, and leverage, and it shows in the clarity and strength of their advice.’
‘Line Ravlo-Losvik and Andreas Mello-Kildal are both highly skilled and commercially astute lawyers who combine deep technical knowledge with a pragmatic, hands-on approach. They are strategic negotiators, fiercely protective of their clients’ interests, and they consistently deliver results that make a tangible difference. Their accessibility, responsiveness, and ability to simplify even the most complex issues create immense value for clients.’
‘The team we use is very experienced, dedicated, available and productive.’
Principaux clients
Madison International Realty
Fokus Nordic
Kadens Capital
Saint-Gobain
Eiendomsspar
Victoria Eiendom
Industrifinans
Nova Spektrum
Realkapital
Skanska Næringseiendom
Ullevaal Stadion
Skiforeningen
Carucel Eiendom
Solicitu AS
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Solicitu AS, on a sale-and-leaseback transaction, with a listed company, Public Property Invest ASA, as the buyer.
- Advised Nova Spektrum AS on a transaction where Reitan has acquired shares from Aspelin Ramm in a company owning a skyscraper to be constructed in Oslo. After the acquisition Nova Spektrum AS, Reitan and Aspelin Ramm are co-owners.
- Advised Mack Øst AS on a large development project in Tromsø, related to lease agreements, negotiations with the municipality as well as sale of a part of the property to be developed.
Brækhus Advokatfirma AS
Working closely with the firm’s tax, VAT and corporate practitioners, Brækhus Advokatfirma AS‘s real estate group is prepared to advise on real estate transactions, property development, commercial leasing, and property management. Practice head Thomas Andersen combines expertise in dispute resolution with aptitude in property law. The team also includes Karoline Zeiner, a key contact for development projects and lease agreements, Benedicte Krogh Grimstad, who acts on real estate transactions and dispute resolution, and Eirik Espenes, another name to note for transactions and development projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Thomas Andersen
Autres avocats clés:
Karoline Zeiner; Benedicte Krogh Grimstad; Eirik Espenes
Les références
‘The team has broad and very high knowledge of the law in question, and they work seamlessly and very well together, offering very good and solid advice, with a high moral standard which we value very much. Communication lines are short and efficient, and that is a definite plus.’
‘Lawyer Thomas Andersen has very high in-depth knowledge of the law in question and a unique understanding of the importance of strategic decisions combined with the law.’
Principaux clients
Bakke AS
Sequoia Utvikling AS
Askerlia Fellesråd
Enviro Group AS og Enviro Entreprenør AS
Gode Boliger AS
BEE AS
PostNord AS
Louise Mohn
E-18 Lysaker – Ramstadsletta
Gilhusveien 10 AS
Vitra Scandinavia AS
Johannes Benestad AS
Røa Centrum AS
Øvre Ljan Boliglag
Mestergruppen AS
Zeiner Eiendom AS
Opsahl Bolig AS
Bakke AS
Capgemini
Bakke AS
Sequoia Utvikling AS
Askerlia Fellesråd
Enviro Group AS og Enviro Entreprenør AS
Gode Boliger AS
BEE AS
PostNord AS
Louise Mohn
E-18 Lysaker – Ramstadsletta
Gilhusveien 10 AS
Vitra Scandinavia AS
Johannes Benestad AS
Røa Centrum AS
Øvre Ljan Boliglag
Mestergruppen AS
Zeiner Eiendom AS
Opsahl Bolig AS
Bakke AS
Capgemini
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Malling & Bakke on legal matters and drafted contracts in connection with the sale of a development site of approximately 1866 m².
- Assisted Capgemini by negotiating a new lease agreement for Capgemini’s new offices in Bergen, as well as advising on the exit from their existing lease.
- Acted on a principal case before the Supreme Court regarding leasehold agreements with a market value of GBP 140 million.
Deloitte Advokatfirma AS
Deloitte Advokatfirma AS‘s real estate department handles a wide array of real estate matters, spanning project organisation, transactions, commercial lease contracts, and ground lease contracts. Thorvald Nyquist heads up the group, noted by clients for his ‘negotiation skills, strategic insight, and ability to build trust.’ Christine Haugstvedt Downing leads the Bergen office, advising private and public clients on commercial lease contracts and real estate transactions. Knut Skarvang chiefly focuses on real estate development, including property rights and real estate structuring.
Responsables de la pratique:
Thorvald O. Nyquist; Christine H. Downing
Autres avocats clés:
Knut Skarvang; Tina Kuhnle Klakegg; Anne Stub; Camilla S. Skjønberg
Les références
‘Our projects are, for the most part, handled directly by partner Thorvald O. Nyquist. He continues to deliver top-tier service and legal advice, and he is well-regarded as both a pleasant and very capable lawyer with high integrity.’
‘Our impression is that Deloitte Advokatfirma offers a wide range of competent advisors, and in our experience, Deloitte Advokatfirma delivers highly skilled and professional, excellent advice, in particular in corporate law, M&A, and real estate.’
‘Deloitte Advokatfirma stands out for its expertise in complex real estate development projects, combining deep legal knowledge with practical, structured solutions.’
Principaux clients
Kinland AS
OBOS
Norlandia Utvikling AS
Høyskolen Kristiania AS
Olav Thon Gruppen
Visma Software International AS
AEKO Gruppen AS
Tomtefesterforbundet
Wessel Eiendom AS
Proaktiv Gruppen AS
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Thon on complex issues regarding real estate organisation and structuring in Skårerløkka/Triaden in Lørenskog.
- Providing OBOS with full-service real estate, tax, and VAT services on a number of complex real estate development projects.
- Advised Visma Software International AS with the negotiation of a major commercial lease contract for their new head office in Norway.
Ernst & Young Advokatfirma AS
Ernst & Young Advokatfirma AS advises private clients, public clients, and publicly owned companies on real estate development. Department head Astrid Bruland is a key advisor on real estate transactions, development projects, and management. Agnete Haugerud and Kristian Råum are well-positioned to handle matters relating to VAT on real estate. Egil Jakobsen is engaged in the restructuring of real estate companies and real estate development projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Astrid Bruland
Autres avocats clés:
Agnete Haugerud; Kristian Råum; Egil Jakobsen
Les références
‘The team has broad knowledge and many resources in-house.’
Principaux clients
Møller Eiendom AS
Olav Thon Gruppen
Avantor
Aspelin Ramm Eiendom AS
Gjelsten Bolig AS
Grandkvartalet Eiendom AS
Bildusjen AS
Ensjøveien Utvikling AS
Skygard
OBOS
JM Norge AS
Boliden Odda AS
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Olav Thon Gruppen on several complex and comprehensive real estate development projects.
- Advised Møller Eiendom in project Deich; a transformation of Oslo’s former main library to a cluster for photography art.
- Advised Aspelin Ramm on a running basis with tax and VAT matters in their real estate projects, including “Campus Ullevål” and “Spektrumkvarteret”.
Advokatfirmaet Hjort
Advokatfirmaet Hjort’s comprehensive real estate practice has increased its focus on transactional work and complex projects, having acted on acquisitions, disposals, and development projects. With public sector experience, Liv Zimmermann oversees the practice and works closely with clients from both the private and public sectors on planning, property, and environmental matters. Kristian Korsrud acts for a varied client roster consisting of landowners, investors, and commercial developers on property developments, while Sigve Braaten takes point on real estate transactions, covering bid preparation, negotiations, and finalisation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Liv Zimmermann
Autres avocats clés:
Kristian Korsrud; Sigve Braaten; Gunn Cecilie Ringdal
Les références
‘The lawyers in Hjort have a high level of expertise in real estate and work very quickly and efficiently. They follow up and come up with good solutions to complex issues.’
‘Sigve Braaten has unique specialist expertise in his field. He is proactive, solution-oriented, and has a high degree of service-oriented attitude.’
‘The team is very skilled.’
Principaux dossiers
- Provided comprehensive corporate, tax, and real estate legal assistance to Asker Municipality on the reorganisation and transfer of significant property assets following a municipal merger, including due diligence, tax structuring, and securing document duty exemptions for a transaction.
- Advised Statsbygg on all legal aspects of the Viking Age Museum Road development and land acquisition, including complex negotiations with private landowners, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution with Oslo Municipality regarding infrastructure upgrades for a national cultural project.
- Advising BORI Timbre AS on the acquisition and development of a major mixed-use city block in Lillestrøm, encompassing 170 residential units, retail, and office space, including negotiation of complex agreements, regulatory management, and ongoing legal support for an urban regeneration project.
Ræder Bing
Ræder Bing‘s real estate practice is praised as ‘highly skilled in matters of property law.’ Reidar Sverdrup works closely with public and private clients on regulatory, contractual, and development matters. Aleksander Monsen covers transactions, lease agreements, and development projects, while Kåre Klausen handles tourism real estate matters. Anders Utne is another key name at the firm for transactions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Reidar Sverdrup; Aleksander Monsen; Kåre Klausen
Autres avocats clés:
Anders Utne; Jøran Kallmyr; Marius A. Rød
Les références
‘The team is highly skilled in matters of property law and readily shares their expertise whenever we, as a collaborating bank, reach out. They provide thorough responses and propose solutions to legal issues. They are available by both email and phone. The team is also friendly and pleasant to work with.’
‘Aleksander Monsen responds very quickly and resolves the matters we refer to them promptly and flawlessly. They also suggest solutions we hadn’t considered.’
‘Very good and balanced combination of professionalism and practical understanding.’
Principaux clients
Veidekke Eiendom AS
Thune Eiendom AS
Asker Eiendom AS
LC Norge Nord AS
SKB Eiendom
Seeberg Invest AS
Sjøfartsbygningen Eiendom og Investment AS
Malling og Co AS
Oslo Airport City
Blå Kors Eiendom
Multiconsult AS
JM Norge AS
Axer AS
Watercircles Forsikring AS
IF Skadeforsikring NUF