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Our lawyers have been recognised in Legal 500 2023

Our lawyers have been recognised in Legal 500 2023

Our lawyers have been recognised in the 2023 edition of Legal 500, a comprehensive global guide to law firms. Each year, Legal 500 evaluates and ranks law firms worldwide based on client feedback and market research. In this year’s edition, Brækhus has been ranked as a Leading Firm.

15 of our lawyers across 6 practice areas have been acknowledged in this year’s edition of Legal 500. Associate Partner Alexander Mollan has been named ‘Next Generation Partner’ for his expertise in the TMT (Technology, Media, and Telecommunications) practice area.

The recognized practice areas are fundamental to Brækhus’ core business, and we take great pride in being highlighted by Legal 500 for our strong expertise in these areas.

Our firm has been ranked in the following practice areas:

What our clients say about us:

Quick response rate. Clear recommendations. Efficient use of resources. Close follow-up.

Very diverse and competent team with international knowledge and a very service-minded approach.

Takes a holistic approach, and guides on commercial aspects to make sure nothing falls between the cracks.

No fuss, straight to the point. Great people to work with. Delivers results.

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Brækhus lawyers get recognition in 8 categories in the Annual Lawyer Survey

Brækhus lawyers get recognition in 8 categories in the Annual Lawyer Survey

For the 25th year in a row, Kapital’s lawyer survey acknowledges the leading Norwegian lawyers and firms in a number of categories, and Brækhus’ lawyers are recognised as some of the country’s leading lawyers in their field of expertise.

Christoph Morck is ranked as the country’s sixth leading International Lawyer. Stein E. Hove is ranked number nine on the list of the country’s best lawyers within Technology and Digitalisation, and Christian Bendiksen is ranked fourth on the list of “Promising Talents” in the same category. Frank C. Aase ranks tenth on the list of the country’s leading lawyers within Restructuring and Insolvency, and he also ranks 1st on the list of the country’s most “Promising Talents” within Banking and Finance.
 
Just like Frank C. Aase, Julius Berg Kaasin receives acknowledgments in two categories in Kapital’s Annual Lawyer Survey. He ranks 1st as the country’s most “Promising Talent” within Retail Law, and he also ranks second on the list of “Promising Talents” within Intellectual Property. Audun Kleppestø ranks fourth on the list of the country’s most “Promising Talents” within Restructuring and Insolvency.
 
– It’s both inspiring and fantastic to see that our expertise is recognized by the industry! We are proud of our rankings and the fact that we continue to build strong teams within Banking & Finance, Restructuring & Insolvency, Technology & Digitalisation, Retail Law, Intellectual Property, and in addition to a strong international focus, says the chairman of the board in Brækhus, Christoph Morck.

Finansavisen’s annual lawyer survey ranks several of Brækhus’ lawyers as leading experts in their field

Finansavisen’s annual lawyer survey ranks several of Brækhus’ lawyers as leading experts in their field

For the 24th year in a row, Finansavisen’s lawyer survey acknowledges the leading Norwegian lawyers and firms in a number of categories, and Brækhus’ lawyers are recognised as some of the country’s leading lawyers in their field of expertise.

Marthe H. Hilde
21.02.2022 09:18

Stein E. Hove is ranked as number ten on the list of the country’s leading lawyers within Technology and Digitalisation and Christian Bendiksen as fifth on the list of “Promising Talents” within the same category. Christoph Morck, who primarily works with cross-border M&A, company law, and construction, is member of the international Board of Directors at the premier global legal network Meritas. Christoph is ranked as number five in the category of Norway’s leading international lawyers.

Brækhus tops several of the lists among this year’s “Promising Talents”. Marcus Lindstrøm is recognised as leading within Construction, and Julius Berg Kaasin is recognised as leading within Trade and fourth within IP. Frank C. Aase is recognised as leading within two categories, Banking and Finance, and Restructuring and Insolvency.

Managing Partner Frank C. Aase.

“It is fantastic to see that our lawyers are recognised amongst the country’s most competent lawyers within their field of expertise. Brækhus has strong competencies within construction, banking and finance, restructuring and insolvency, technology and digitalisation, trade and IP, in addition to a solid international presence. The survey confirms our strengths, which is the result of long-term and targeted teamwork” says Managing Partner Frank C. Aase.

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Marthe H. Hilde
Head of Marketing – on leave

Andersen Global Initiates expansion into the Norwegian market

Andersen Global Initiates expansion into the Norwegian market

Andersen Global enters Norway through a Collaboration Agreement with law firm Brækhus, adding breadth to its footprint in Northern Europe as the organization continues its expansion in key markets throughout the region.

Led by Managing Partner Frank C. Aase, Brækhus is a full-service law firm based in Oslo. Operating with 27 Partners and over 70 professionals, the firm’s capabilities include corporate, commercial, M&A, banking and finance, tax advisory, structuring and compliance, litigation, real estate, energy, construction, private client services, employment law, technology, e-commerce and intellectual property.

“Through transparency and uncompromisingly high professional standards, we look to form long-lasting relationships that create an added value for our clients,” Frank said. “The Collaboration Agreement with Andersen Global fits well with our international strategy and perfectly complements our existing international legal and tax liaisons. Arthur Andersen alumnus and tax Partner Nils Eriksen will assist us as we collaborate with the member firms and collaborating firms of Andersen Global. Our firm’s cultural synergy with the organization reinforces our vision and positions us to seamlessly deliver best-in-class and innovative solutions globally.”

“Brækhus is highly regarded for their experience, expertise and ability to provide clients with independent, integrated solutions,” said Andersen Global Chairman and Andersen CEO Mark Vorsatz. “Norway is a very important market in our expansion strategy, and our inimitable chemistry with Nils, Frank and their team provides an outstanding complement to our existing platform in the region.”

Andersen Global is an international association of legally separate, independent member firms comprised of tax and legal professionals around the world. Established in 2013 by U.S. member firm Andersen Tax LLC, Andersen Global now has more than 7,000 professionals worldwide and a presence in over 277 locations through its member firms and collaborating firms.

Source: Andersen Global

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Eight Brækhus lawyers recognised in Finansavisen’s annual lawyer survey

Eight Brækhus lawyers recognised in Finansavisen’s annual lawyer survey

Eight Brækhus lawyers are recognised as some of Norway’s leading lawyers in this year’s annual lawyer survey carried out by Finansavisen.

Christoph Morck, who primarily works with cross-border M&A, company law and construction, is ranked as number four in the category of Norway’s leading international lawyers. Stein E. Hove is ranked as number seven on the list of the country’s leading lawyers within Technology and Digitalisation. Frank C. Aase and Thomas Andersen are recognised as being among Norway’s top ten lawyers within the fields of Banking and Finance and Real Estate, respectively.

In the category “Up & Coming” Frank C. Aase and the newly promoted partner Audun Kleppestø are recognised within Restructuring and Insolvency, Christian Bendiksen within Technology and Digitalisation, Marcus Lindstrøm within Construction and Eirik Espenes within Real Estate. All are improvements from last year’s survey.

Managing Partner Frank C. Aase

“It is fantastic to see that our colleagues are recognised amongst the country’s most competent lawyers within their field of expertise. Brækhus has strong competencies within real estate, construction, banking/finance, restructuring and insolvency, and technology and digitalisation, in addition to a solid international presence. The survey confirms our strengths, which is the result of long-term and targeted teamwork” says Managing Partner Frank C. Aase.

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Marthe H. Hilde
Head of Marketing – on leave

The Lawyer Survey 2020: Brækhus achieves rankings in seven categories

The Lawyer Survey 2020: Brækhus achieves rankings in seven categories

Brækhus is pleased to announce that we have achieved rankings in seven categories in this year’s annual lawyer survey conducted by the business newspaper Finansavisen.

Several of our highly talented lawyers are recognised as some of the best in their respective field of practice. The head of Brækhus’ international desk, Christoph Morck, is ranked as one of Norway’s foremost international lawyers, while a number of our lawyers are ranked as “Up & coming”.

Commenting on the rankings, Brækhus’ Managing Partner Frank C. Aase said: “It is great to be recognised by our colleagues in several of our focus areas. This year’s rankings are a testament to the caliber and outstanding quality of our people and our ongoing hard work and commitment to delivering the best possible service and advice to our clients”.

Brækhus appoints new Managing Partner

Brækhus appoints new Managing Partner

Brækhus is pleased to announce the appointment of Frank C. Aase as new managing partner, taking over the reins from Stein E. Hove who is stepping down after 17 years in the role.

As the head of Brækhus’ department of Finance and Corporate, Mr Aase is a specialist within the fields of corporate matters, transactions, banking and finance, board liability, restructuring and insolvency. He started his career as an associate in Brækhus in 2007 and came back to the firm in 2015 after stints as an in-house lawyer in Nordea Bank Norge ASA and Tryg forsikring.

Mr. Aase takes over from Stein E. Hove, who has been managing partner for the last 17 years.

In addition to his new role as managing partner, Mr. Aase remains dedicated to serving the legal needs of his clients. Commenting on the appointment, he stated: “I am both honoured and excited to have been appointed managing partner and I look forward to realising the firm’s strategy and continuing our growth trajectory in the market together with my colleagues. Brækhus is experiencing significant growth and has undergone a transformation in recent years with the adoption of new technology, change of name and profile, generational change, and a move to new and modern premises. We have also bolstered our ranks with the hiring of several highly qualified lawyers, which I believe to be indicative of our great working environment. We are in the midst of a very exciting time in the field of legal services, where the combination of uncompromising legal expertise, commercial experience, and new technological solutions will be crucial in order to meet the future needs of our clients. In my new role as managing partner, I look forward to building on what we have achieved and working with my colleagues to deliver exceptional and innovative legal services to our clients.”

Commenting on the appointment, Brækhus Chair Johan Hveding said: “We are utterly delighted that Frank has been appointed managing partner of Brækhus. Frank is an energetic and commercially oriented leader with superb analytical and strategical proficiencies, which will serve him well in the further development phase of Brækhus. At the same time, I would like to thank Stein for his dedicated leadership for the past 17 years. Stein has made considerable contributions to the development of Brækhus as its managing partner, in particular in growing the firm, profile, reputation, and size to become one of the pre-eminent firms in Norway. Stein will continue as a partner in Brækhus, providing his clients with high-quality service in litigation and dispute resolution.”

The lawyers and staff of Brækhus congratulate Mr. Aase on his appointment and look forward to continued success under his leadership.

The Lawyer Survey 2017: Stein E. Hove achieves rankings in two categories. Frank C. Aase and Eirik Espenes are among this year’s talented lawyers

The Lawyer Survey 2017: Stein E. Hove achieves rankings in two categories. Frank C. Aase and Eirik Espenes are among this year’s talented lawyers

We congratulate Managing Partner Stein E. Hove on achieving rankings in two categories in this year’s annual lawyer survey conducted by the financial newspaper Finansavisen. As in previous surveys, Stein E. Hove is considered to be among Norway’s top ten lawyers in civil law and litigation and IT and Telecommunication.

In this year’s list of Up-and-Coming lawyers, we find both Frank C. Aase in the category of bankruptcy and insolvency law and Eirik Espenes in the real estate category. Frank C. Aase leads Brækhus department of Finance and Insolvency, while Eirik Espenes is the head of our department for Real Estate and Property Development.