Wikborg Rein

Wikborg Rein is a leading Norwegian law firm with a globally recognized shipping practice, headquartered in Oslo, Norway. Established in 1923, the firm has a long history of expertise in maritime law, initially starting as a shipping and marine insurance practice. Wikborg Rein has since evolved into a full-service business law firm with a strong international presence, including offices in London, Shanghai, Singapore, and Bergen. A key differentiator for Wikborg Rein is its deep understanding of both Norwegian and English law, allowing them to provide seamless advice across jurisdictions, particularly in major shipping clusters. The firm's global presence is unmatched among Norwegian law firms.  

Wikborg Rein's expertise covers a comprehensive range of shipping law, including Admiralty and Crisis Management, Dry Shipping, Marine Insurance, and Ship Finance and Transactional work. They also have a specialist LNG practice. The firm has been involved in numerous high-profile cases, deals, and casualties, acting for major shipowners, charterers, insurers, and financial institutions. Wikborg Rein consistently achieves top-tier ratings in legal directories such as Chambers and Partners and Legal 500. The firm has received numerous awards, including being named Norway's Law Firm of the Year by Chambers & Partners and Foreign Shipping Firm of the Year at the Legal 500 China Awards.