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Our fundamental approach to civil disputes is that litigation should be a last resort. Even when a case appears strong, settlement opportunities should always be considered – and in many cases, actively pursued. Court proceedings are time-consuming and costly, and the process is often experienced as burdensome, regardless of the outcome or the size of the organization involved.

The outcome of a case can rarely be predicted with certainty. Even with thorough preparation, the evidentiary picture is often dynamic until the presentation of evidence is complete. A key condition for a successful process is therefore close and effective cooperation between counsel and client.

We take a proactive approach to gathering information early in the process and place great emphasis on continuous dialogue and advice throughout. If a party is not prepared for this, the process itself can feel demanding. Even for large, professional organizations, it will require time and resources from key personnel.

Where the case rests on the assessment of evidence, we depend on close collaboration with our clients in order to:

(i) ensure that factual assertions are presented clearly and concisely
(ii) structure the evidentiary presentation
(iii) develop the legal arguments

Some cases primarily involve general and/or specific legal interpretation. Even in such matters, there is an interaction between the area of life concerned, the factual circumstances of the case, and the appropriate legal understanding and approach.

Kristensen Berg litigates cases before Norwegian courts, including the Supreme Court, as well as before arbitration tribunals.