Search About us Back Schjødt is internationally recognized and respected as one of Scandinavia's top tier law firms, with a reputation for legal excellence. We combine this with commercial skills, a commitment to service, innovative solutions and producing excellent results for our clients. RANKINGS There are literally hundreds of rankings and awards trying to rate lawyers and law firms. Obviously, we cannot respond to all the requests to participate in rankings, and we follow certain principles in defining our participation in such activities. We believe that serious ratings can assist potential clients in navigating the market, while we do not believe in "pay to play" publications. From the full-firm rankings, we provide information to the established lists from Chambers Global / Chambers Europe and Legal 500. You can follow the links to read more about these rankings for the Norwegian legal market. All these publications perform actual client and lawyer interviews, review case work and have dedicated resources analysing local markets. We support: the "editorial-model", where we expect an independent analysis based on our actual results and references integrity and quality, coupled with an established and transparent method based on actual client/lawyer interviews and case reviews not participating in "pay to play" rankings or awards, directly or through related advertisements, diplomas, plaques etc. KEY FACTS Schjødt is a leading Scandinavian full service business law firm with a team of around 250 lawyers in Oslo, Stavanger, Ålesund, Bergen, Stockholm and London. We tailor our legal advice to our clients’ professional and geographical business objectives and needs. We have a long and proud tradition as an important player in Norway’s most recognised transactions, disputes and legal developments. Schjødt has an unparalleled track record in the courts and in arbitration. Eigthteen of our lawyers are Supreme Court litigators, and we have represented clients in several Supreme Court disputes over the last years. Our lawyers have published several books and publications that are recognised as leading legal sources within different disciplines. We regularly act on the largest and most complex transactions in the market and has over the last ten years advised on more transactions than any other Norwegian law firm. (Source: Mergermarket) We advise on a substantial amount of the IPOs in Norway, and have advised on more than 50 completed listings since 2006. International focus Our strong market share and extensive portfolio of foreign clients and matters are an important strategic advantage for Schjødt and every day we work to further improve our insight, skills and services as we work with foreign clients doing business in Norway, Sweden and UK, and with Norwegian and Swedish clients with activities or interests abroad. We have lawyers from several nationalities. Norway is not a member of the EU but, due to its membership of the European Economic Area, it is legally bound by EEA Law as regards the freedom of goods, services, people and financial resources. To ensure focus, specialist skills and quality client services, we have established German, Russian, Chinese, Indian, Nordic, UK and US desks. We also have excellent relationships with law firms on all continents. Schjødt has a London office, strategically placed in one of the most important financial centres in the world, and an important business hub for a wide range of industries. Any questions? Per M. Ristvedt Partner (Press contact) Read more Erling Ueland Managing Partner Read more Mission statement Schjødt should be the first choice when high values are at stake. We want to be a clear contributor to the development of our society. The mission statement expresses our level of ambition. The aim is to develop and maintain a culture of excellence based on common shared values, team work and a determination to succeed. Therefore, our standards are high when it comes to professional expertise, business understanding and client service. Our ambitions for the future motivate us to always do the best we can for our clients. Our aim is to be the preferred commercial law firm in Norway and Sweden. We believe and experience that our people, based on this approach, find their work meaningful and stimulating. In Schjødt we have inherited and maintained "a fearless tradition". This means that we are used to making bold decisions and taking a stand for our clients when necessary, supporting legal positions and pursuing processes that we view as important, even though they may not commercially benefit our firm. How we work Schjødt is truly committed to a one firm, client-oriented philosophy. This greatly influences the way we approach client work, to ensure full client satisfaction. Our clients set high expectations for themselves, and should expect nothing less from us. To ensure the best qualified and most suited lawyers for any given matter all assignments are allocated and staffed by department heads. Based on the client's needs, their expressed wishes and the particulars of the case, each new assignment is delegated to the lawyer best qualified to be responsible for the matter. We strive to maintain a continuous high level of knowledge amongst our colleagues therefore we have an internal educational institution, Schjødt Academy, that is continuously tailored to develop the skills of our legal professionals and staff. Social responsibility As expressed in our mission statement we wish to contribute to the evolvement and development of our society. Primarily, we achieve this through influencing legislation and its interpretation, taking part in ground breaking litigation and advising governmental and private clients on matters of major importance to Norwegian and Swedish business. However, we have also made it a priority to perform pro bono work, seek to prevent or correct injustice and contribute to selected community or charitable services. We strive for success, including sound partner profitability, yet at the same time many of our lawyers entered the legal profession to "make a difference" and promote justice, a sentiment not based on financial rewards. Many of our partners are involved with charitable institutions. As a firm we accept certain appointments on a non-commercial basis and, as such, many of our lawyers are involved with charitable organizations, cultural institutions etc. and other non-profit activities. Our lawyers, including our partners, take pride in providing pro bono counselling. We dedicate significant resources to pro bono work each year, and have established guidelines for the selection and follow up of pro bono cases. Schjødt has for many years given priority to cases involving freedom of speech or human rights. Currently, the lawyer in charge of our pro bono programme is partner Vidar Strømme. For several years, Schjødt has also actively participated in a scheme that provides free legal advice and representation to refugees and immigrants who have received notice of deportation. In several instances, our efforts have led to a reversal of the expulsion rulings, including successful appeals to court judgments. History Schjødt can look back on a long and proud heritage, characterised by fascinating and talented individuals, ground-breaking proceedings and innovative cross border transactions for some of the most prestigious Norwegian and international corporations and financial institutions. These events, personalities, clients and assignments have, together, formed our culture; a platform of strong ethics and individual integrity, combined with a practical and client-oriented attitude, making us a firm our clients can depend on to achieve results. Read more Our terms & conditions Updated August 2020 ADVOKATFIRMAET SCHJØDT AS These Standard Terms and Conditions (the "Terms") apply to all services provided to clients by Advokatfirmaet Schjødt AS, including through its Swedish branch Advokatfirmaet Schjødt AS, filial ("Schjødt" or "we"). The Codes of Conduct of the Norwegian and Swedish Bar Associations, or as set out in regulations, also apply to the services provided by Schjødt. By engaging Schjødt, the client is deemed to have agreed and accepted the Terms. Read more DAC 6 Click here for swedish version. DAC 6 – EU Directive concerning automatic exchange of information that relates to reportable cross border tax arrangements DAC 6 is a EU Directive which entails that advisers are subject to a duty to notify the relevant tax authorities concerning their client's cross border arrangements. The purpose of the information disclosure obligation is to combat tax evasion, tax fraud and tax avoidance. The national legislation entered into force on 1 July 2020. In order for an arrangement to be subject to the reporting duty, the arrangement must be cross border and have at least one of the "hallmarks" which indicate that there can be a risk of tax avoidance. These hallmarks are defined in the legislative proposal and have a broad scope of application. This means that an arrangement (for example a transaction) which is conducted without tax reasons can be subject to the reporting duty. It should also be specifically noted that the reporting duty relates to advisers who have participated in the transaction and in such event irrespective of whether they provided tax law advice or not. Read more Contact us Cookies and privacy | Privacy policy | © Schjødt 2021 | Reg no: NO 996 918 122 | Email: post@schjodt.com | Tel NO: +47 22 01 88 00 | Tel SE: +46 (0)8 505 501 00 | Tel UK: +44 203 322 9998 Cookies policy We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue browsing, you accept these cookies. For more information about our use of cookies and the processing of your personal data, clcick "read more". Close Read more