Hans Christian Brodtkorb

Partner
Chairman of the Board (Norway)
Hans Christian Brodtkorb
Location
Oslo
Language
Norwegian, Danish, Swedish, English

Hans Christian Brodtkorb has gained deep insight in the building and construction industry as well as experience with handling international projects and cross border legal proceedings through his work for international clients.

He assists several of the largest construction companies in Norway in contract negotiations, legal assistance to projects, dispute resolution and legal proceedings. Hans Christian also serves as strategic advisor for the corporate management in leading companies within the construction industry in Norway. His experience ranges from large international infrastructure projects (e.g PPP) to smaller and medium sized projects (housing and commercial).

Hans Christian is specialized within partnering contracts and has served as student supervisor and external examiner at the University of Bergen and The Norwegian School of Management. He is a sought after lecturer within construction law. 

He also has experience in real estate, including rental property, in addition to property development and planning law. Hans Christian is an experienced litigator and handles ongoing major litigation both in real estate and construction. He is highly ranked in both the Legal 500 and Chambers.

Credentials
Education
University of Oslo, Candidate of Jurisprudence
1998
Memberships

Member of the Norwegian Bar Association

Member of The Norwegian Construction Law Association

Experience
Prior experience
Chairman of the Board, DLA Piper Norway
2021 -
Partner, DLA Piper Norway
2006 -
Chairman of the Nordic Board, DLA Piper
2017 - 2021
Country Managing Partner, DLA Piper Norway
2013 - 2017
Legal director, NCC Construction AS
2003 - 2006
Lawyer, Lindh Stabell Horten DA
1999 - 2003
Project lawyer, Veidekke ASA
1999
Rankings
Chambers & Partners Europe, 2024

Hans Christian Brodtkorb is well placed to represent clients in contentious and non-contentious construction cases, often relating to tunnels and bridges. One client says: "Hans Christian Brodtkorb is a good lawyer who is capable of understanding the market."

The Legal 500, 2023

Hans Christian Brodtkorb is really impressive. He had a great energy, and in depth knowledge of the business. His advice is always commercial and clear. Ingrid Elise Ruud is impressive and is up and coming.’

Hans Christian is recommended for Construction and Dispute resolution by The Legal 500, 2023.

Chambers & Partners Europe, 2023

Hans Christian Brodtkorb frequently assists clients with contentious and non-contentious construction cases, often relating to tunnels and bridges. One client says: "Hans is an extremely competent and skilled lawyer."

 The Legal 500, 2022

‘Hans Christian Brodtkorb is a highly skilled and experienced adviser, who has in depth knowledge in both the commercial and the legal aspects of the industry. Always clear and gives practical guidance.’

‘Hans Christian Brodtkorb and Fredrik Verling are exceptional, competent and clever lawyers, giving 200% for me as their client.’

‘Hans Christian Brodtkorb is highly skilled and commercial. Fantastic negotiator.’

‘Hans Christian Brodtkorb is an exceptional lawyer and an outstanding litigator, always available to the client and ready to advise on innovative and different approaches to litigation cases.’

Hans Christian is recommended for Construction and Dispute resolution by The Legal 500, 2022.

Chambers & Partners Europe, 2022

Hans Christian Brodtkorb frequently assists clients with contentious and non-contentious construction cases, often relating to tunnels and bridges. He acts for both domestic and international clients.

The Legal 500, 2021

Hans Christian Brodtkorb has a very high level of knowledge and competence within construction law. He understands clients’ needs and is great in negotiations, as he possesses great social skills together with professionalism. He understands the business very well and is an experienced lawyer who can give advice in any situation needed. Hans Christian Brodtkorb is outstanding in court.’

Hans Christian is recommended for Construction by The Legal 500, 2021.

Chambers & Partners Europe, 2021

Hans Christian Brodtkorb frequently assists clients with contentious and non-contentious construction cases, often relating to tunnels and bridges. He acts for both domestic and international clients.

The Legal 500, 2020

Hans Christian Brodtkorb has provided great support in a variety of important matters. Our firm has, with the assistance of Hans Christian, also gained access to other firms within the network in order to achieve great results.’

Hans Christian is recommended for Construction by The Legal 500, 2020.

Chambers & Partners Europe, 2020

Hans Christian Brodtkorb acts for domestic and international contractors on contentious and non-contentious mandates relating to infrastructure and hospitality development projects. Clients say he has "a unique knowledge and experience of the industry and a great understanding of risk."

Chambers & Partners, 2019

Sources highlight Hans Christian Brodtkorb 's noteworthy experience in the construction sector. He acts on domestic and cross-border cases, often involving infrastructure projects. He is knowledgeable in tender issues and final account claims.

Chambers & Partners, 2018

Hans Christian Brodtkorb has extensive experience in construction law in Norway, with particular expertise in disputes. He also regularly handles cross-border negotiations. Clients describe him as "very skilled, a good adviser in strategic questions, clear and comes straight to the core point."

Chambers & Partners, 2017

Hans Christian Brodtkorb is an experienced litigator who specialises in construction disputes as well as being equally adept in cross-border contract negotiations. He boasts an impressive array of clients and has recently been active assisting on contract negotiations for several major infrastructure projects.

Chambers & Partners, 2016

Hans Christian Brodtkorb's clients include international retail heavyweights and local construction giants. He advises on transport and commercial projects and often defends clients' interests in disputes. Sources say: "He says what he means and he's good to fight when you need it."