BAHR is one of the largest law firms in Norway. The firm, established in 1966, has offices in Oslo and Bergen. The firm has high quality work in all areas of financial and corporate work ranging from banking and finance, capital markets, M&A, project development and restructuring and insolvency.
Highlights
The banking and finance team regularly advises on some of the largest mandates in the Norwegian market. It recently advised Norwegian salmon farming giant SalMar with regard to the financing of the public acquisition of NTS. SalMar has drastically structurally reshaped Norway’s salmon industry and the deal marked one of the largest and most high-profile acquisitions in the M&A market in Norway.
In another notable M&A transaction the firm advised Adevinta on an all-share takeover offer led by Permira and Blackstone - and including General Atlantic and TCV.
Testimonials
“Highly professional, top service and priority, excellent team.” - (Banking and finance)
“Always excellent quality – delivered on time and relevant to our business. Their long experience makes the work efficient. They are by far the leading law firm in Norway in our segment - covered bonds - including all other issues that relate to the business including our use of derivatives.” - (Capital markets client)
“Great skills and availability of the team. We had good discussions with the partners and they provided comprehensive advice” - (Financial service regulatory client)
“Stand out for their capacity, quick turnaround, area expertise and client service” (M&A client)
“Very rapid responses. Clever and smart people. Uggedal in particular is pleasant to work with, effective and precise. He can think out of the box.” (Private equity client)
“Experienced, dedicated and skilled team.” (Project finance client)
Key clients
Aker (and affiliates) , Norvestor Equity (and portfolio companies), HitecVision (and portfolio companies), Nordea, DNB Bank, ABG Sundal, Colliers, Norwegian Air Shuttle
