Advokatkontoret Skaar, based in Ålesund, Norway, traces its origins to 1954 when it was established by Ottar Skaar and has since provided legal services to private individuals, businesses and public bodies across Sunnmøre and beyond.

The firm is known for its independent stance and client-focused approach, emphasising independence of advice and close collaboration with clients to understand their objectives and risk exposure. It draws on extensive experience from a broad range of disputes and court proceedings to deliver practical, timely solutions.

With a broad scope of work including employment, real estate, corporate matters and family law, the firm combines advisory services with litigation support and prioritises clear communication, efficient service and transparent terms for every engagement.

About Advokat Elling Skaar

Founded in 1954


Practice areas
Employment & Labor
Real Estate
Corporate & Commercial
Family
Lawsuits & Disputes

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Employment & Labor

Advokatkontoret Skaar advises on employment relations, contract issues, workplace disputes and negotiations, with a focus on early issue identification, risk assessment and practical resolution for both individuals and businesses.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Real Estate

The firm handles real estate matters including transactions, leasing, title questions and related disputes, providing drafting, due diligence and representation in negotiations and courts.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Corporate & Commercial

The firm offers long-standing support to companies, management and owners on governance, restructures and commercial transactions, including contract drafting and dispute resolution.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Family

The firm supports private individuals in family law, inheritance and estate matters, advising on planning and settlements, and providing representation in court when necessary, with an emphasis on early problem solving and conflict reduction.
Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Military Divorce
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment

Lawsuits & Disputes

Advokatkontoret Skaar provides advice and represents clients in disputes and court proceedings across civil matters, drafting documents and handling negotiations to achieve favourable outcomes.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

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