Haavind is a full-service law firm based in Oslo. It was established in 1893. Haavind is a full-service law firm with specialist focuses on banking and finance, capital markets, M&A and project development.
Highlights
In banking and finance, the firm advises some of the largest banks in Norway. A team acted as sole legal advisor to the Norwegian commercial bank
Bank2 in the acquisition by the Swedish commercial bank Bluestep Bank. This was the only acquisition of a Norwegian bank in 2023. The expert financial service regulatory service provided by the firm is illustrative of the firms leading capabilities.
The firm’s prominence in project development in Norway was also highlighted by its advisory role for
Eolus/Øyfjellet Wind in the development of the licensed wind power project Øyfjellet. The firm was assisting in all regulatory matters, employment matters and legal proceedings. The project is also recognized as Norway’s largest stand-alone wind power plant to date.
Testimonials
“Strong industry knowledge. Their team has a commercial mindset, always finding creative and practical solutions to complex legal and financial challenges with tailored advice, high ethical standards and integrity.” (Banking client)
“Good quality advice and great service” (Financial service regulatory client)
“Haavind is proactive in finding solutions that suit us as clients, and they are adept at identifying areas of high risk. They excel at proposing alternative solutions and illuminate various aspects of these so that we have a solid basis for decision-making. They always respond promptly and make time for us as clients regardless of whether it's the weekend or holiday season.” (M&A client)
“They are professional and precise, and have good knowledge of the relevant industry. Availability of sufficient resources.” (Project development client)
Key clients
Axactor, Telenor, Omda, BlackRock, Alimentation Couche-Tard,
FSN Capital, Corio Generation, Kople, Telenor, Statnett Eolus, Norwegian Public Road Administration, Helse Sør-Øst, Bane NOR
