The team at CMS Kluge is noted for its 'excellent resources within the construction field’. The team advises domestic and international contractors as well as engineering and property developers, amongst others, on high-stakes and complex construction matters. The team is co-led by Grethe Gullhaug, Nicolai Nielsen and Samuel Skrunes; Gullhaug has expertise in infrastructure and building project disputes, Nielsen’s broad practice covers contract strategy, public procurement and dispute resolution, while Skrunes' workload also features handling dispute resolution, as well as contractual issues. Espen Nyland has expertise in contentious infrastructure projects, while Lars Ivar Nyland is a seasoned construction litigator.

Boutique Advokatfirmaet Glittertind AS’ construction and litigation offering harnesses expertise in large building and infrastructure project disputes. Asbjørn Dølvik heads up the team and is recommended for his construction disputes capabilities, as is key practitioner Peter Vagle. Nils-Henrik Pettersson has a strong track-record representing clients in major construction cases before the Supreme Court. Aron Solheim assists with contract drafting and complex processes during disputes, as well as advising on follow-up aspects. Therese Kristiansen has noteworthy knowledge of public procurement.

With a client base comprised of state-owned entities and public sector bodies, the team at Advokatfirmaet Haavind AS regularly acts for rail, road and energy clients, handling infrastructure projects, settlement disputes, and contract work. Henning Nordtvedt heads up the team and, as a seasoned construction litigator, has represented the Norwegian government in various projects. Johnny Johansen is a key name for his complex building and infrastructure projects, while Arve Martin Hyldmo Bjørnvik is recommended for his capabilities handling construction and fabrication projects. Sofie Komissar advises on design and engineering contracts. Other key names are Mikal Brøndmo, who specialises in energy construction, and Andreas Rostveit.

Arntzen de Besche‘s group handles the spectrum of construction matters in both advisory and disputes contexts. Its matters cover sectors including healthcare and property development. The practice group is co-led by PPP contracts and disputes specialist Wenche Maartmann-Moe and Ole Skeidsvoll Moe who focuses on offshore oil, gas, and aquaculture construction projects. Stian Heimdal assists companies, builders, and engineers through all phases of construction projects, including those relating to large-scale hospital and public transportation constructions. Kjersti Lerkerød’s broad expertise ranges from mediation to litigation.

As part of the firm’s global network, DLA Piper assist international clients with domestic projects, and represents notable names in mediation and litigation. Are Hunskaar has a strong track-record litigating principle construction disputes before the Supreme Court, while Arne Engesæth handles disputes, arbitrations and mediations. Tommy Bruun and Helge Neraal both departed to Kvale Advokatfirma DA in October 2024.

The ‘highly dedicated’ team at Advokatfirmaet Føyen AS advises clients with PPP structures, contracts, and operational issues across all phases of development projects, particularly those in the road and infrastructure sectors. The team is led by public procurement specialist Vera Hovelsen. Seasoned litigator Per Gustav Lilleaasen acts for both local authorities and private companies and Stede Georg Nilsen handles both contentious and non-contentious infrastructure cases. Thomas Oskar Strömbom has particular expertise assisting with the planning, tendering and contract phases of projects.

Advokatfirmaet Grette AS‘ team is well-known for its abilities acting for contractors, state-owned entities and developers, amongst others, in complex construction disputes. Further, it assists clients with the full range of issues relating to wind power, public infrastructure, and onshore energy project developments in both advisory and contentious contexts. Team lead Christoffer Fjellheim brings extensive in-house construction experience. Øystein Myre Bremset is a key name in contentious matters, while Line Wefald is recommended for her advisory and litigious construction knowledge.

Praised by clients for its ‘deep understanding of the industry’, the construction practice at Selmer assists large-scale domestic developers and sub-contractors with all aspects of infrastructure projects and onshore construction issues; the team also acts in construction litigation. The group is co-led by experienced practitioners Mads Fuglesang, who specialises in contract negotiations and claims management, and Johannes Meyer-Myklestad who focuses on contentious work. Sindre Larsen is a name to note in the team.

Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS’ construction practice advises across the life cycle of construction projects. Under the leadership of Jacob F Bull, an experienced arbitrator with a focus on renewables, oil and gas, and real estate, the team attracts praise for its ‘cutting-edge expertise’. Svein Aage Valen handles construction disputes from the firm’s Bergen office, while Oslo-based Kristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik has a strong track-record representing clients in both onshore and offshore construction disputes. Henrik Fabian Torgrimsby and Alexander Stulien are further key names to note.

Wiersholm’s team’s workload includes advising clients on tender processes, contract negotiations, project executions and contentious mandates. Team lead Hans Augun Parmann is a key contact for Norwegian and international clients. Ronny Lund handles construction-related contractual, administrative and procurement issues, while areas of focus of Kjetil Stensvik include development projects and offshore construction contractual matters.

Wikborg Rein‘s practice has a particular strength in dispute resolution and its client roster features real estate developers and administrators, amongst others. Head of the team Marius Egeberg, noted for his ‘great strategic perspective’, has a contentious specialism. Ola Haugen is experienced advising both contractors and companies, while Christian Cederkvist has a dispute resolution focus. Lars Erik Schjeide departed in September 2024 to SANDS.

Sam E. Harris leads the ‘exceptional’ construction team at BAHR, which stands out for its strength in development work, particularly in the green energy sector. Harris, a litigator with an emphasis on offshore construction and real estate disputes, works alongside seasoned construction specialist Jan Einar Barbo, energy construction specialist Eirik Høiby, and Halvor Mathisen, who assists on both contracting matters as well as contentious construction issues.

Bull & Co Advokatfirma AS‘ group assists clients with projects spanning railroads, tunnels, roads, ports, shipbuilding and maintenance, and is praised for its ‘ability to navigate the complexities of construction law with precision’. Thor Wessel oversees the team and advises on large infrastructure projects and offshore installations, while Bjørn Erik Mørkved focuses on construction disputes. Andreas Dysthe is also an active name in the team.

The ‘highly skilled’ Aslak Førde leads the team at Advokatfirmaet Hjort. Førde’s broad expertise covers contracts and construction and he primarily represents contractors, advisors, suppliers and property developers in disputes therein. Key litigators Finn Magne Prydz and Ailu Gaup Stadigs also contribute to the practice, while key names at associate level are contractual specialist Aleksander Bergby Henriksen and Martin Steinnes, who assists in disputes.

SANDS’ team handles contractual and corporate-related construction disputes for both private and public sector clients. The practice is led by Alf Johan Knag and Corinne Silden Stephensen. Knag is experienced in risk analysis, project planning, and in the preparation of construction models and contracts, while Stephensen handles disputes. Lars Erik Schjeide arrived from Wikborg Rein in September 2024.

Highly skilled litigation lawyer’ Erlend W Holstrøm leads the group at Advokatfirmaet Schjødt, advising municipalities, the national government and international corporations on business expansion, disputes and contract law. Sven Eriksrud is a key contact for contract negotiation and dispute resolution, while Andreas A. Johansen has a strong track-record in construction disputes work.

Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig’s group has expertise advising on complex domestic disputes. Team head Frank Almås also has experience advising on non-contentious matters across the life cycle of construction projects. Other key names for complex construction disputes are Knud Jacob Knudsen and Olav Johansen, while Atle Berentsen brings real estate and construction knowledge to large construction deals.