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Litigation and dispute resolution

At Bull, you get experienced litigators with strong legal expertise and industry insight – combining strategy, mediation skills and courtroom experience to resolve your specific dispute.

Expertise in litigation and dispute resolution

Bull has experienced litigators who handle cases before the District Courts, Courts of Appeal, the Supreme Court and specialised courts. We combine strong litigation experience with industry insight and strategic advice to provide clear risk assessments, efficient case management and the best possible outcome – whether the matter is resolved in court or through negotiation.

Our lawyers have substantial experience before the higher courts, including extensive evidentiary proceedings and court‑annexed mediation, and several are admitted to appear before the Supreme Court. We ensure optimal case handling through close, cross‑disciplinary cooperation within Bull and, when needed, in collaboration with external financial and consulting experts. We represent Norwegian and international companies, organisations and private individuals.

Our services include, among other things:

Strategy and early dispute resolution
- Assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of the case, evidence strategy, and cost/benefit
- Negotiation, mediation and alternative dispute resolution methods (court-assisted mediation, private mediation)
Court proceedings
- Case preparation, pleadings, evidence presentation and main hearing
- We handle cases before the district courts, courts of appeal and the Supreme Court, as well as the land consolidation courts and specialised courts where relevant
Interim measures and attachment (arrest)
- Swift handling where there is a need to secure claims or stop ongoing actions
- Assessment of conditions, risk and costs in urgent proceedings
Arbitration and commercial dispute resolution
- Conduct of national and international arbitration, both ad hoc and institutional
- Drafting arbitration clauses and advising on choice of forum and applicable law
Evidence and investigations
- Collection, preservation and presentation of evidence – both digital and traditional
- Independent internal investigations and fact-finding inquiries
Appeals and review
- Assessment of grounds for appeal, litigation risk and costs
- Drafting notices of appeal, handling of leave-to-appeal (filter) procedures and proceedings before higher courts

Examples of sector-specific disputes we assist with:

Final account disputes, defect claims, and disputes concerning liability and damages. Read more.
Dismissal/summary dismissal, whistleblowing cases and collective bargaining issues. Read more.
Shareholder disputes, board liability and options. Read more.
Licensing, infringement and trade secrets. Read more.
Neighbour disputes, lease issues, planning and building matters, municipal claims. Read more.
Complaints and interim measures. Read more.
Liability and insurance disputes, including professional liability. Read more.
Transport contracts, claims handling, liability issues for freight forwarders, carriers and logistics operators. Read more.
Parental disputes and child custody, guardianship, inheritance and estates. Read more.

Essential guide for foreign practitioners: Navigating IP & IT Litigation in the European Union

This guide has been developed by the IT IP Law Group Europe, a well-established network of legal professionals specializing in intellectual property (IP) and IT law, of which Bull is a proud member. The group, founded in 1989, consists of independent law firms across Europe that maintain the highest legal and professional standards.

The purpose of this guide is to assist foreign practitioners when their clients face legal issues in Europe (EU and beyond) related to intellectual property, information technology, data protection, and innovation. It offers insights into the litigation process, helping practitioners assess the chances of success, whether they represent the plaintiff or defendant. With relevant case law from the European Court of Justice included, the guide is a valuable resource for lawyers, business owners, and directors alike.

Bull, as part of the IT IP Law Group Europe, contributes to the group's longstanding expertise, developed over more than 30 years of assisting clients with IT and IP litigation across Europe. Whether you prefer a single point of contact or direct access to a specific member firm, the IT IP Law Group Europe offers pragmatic, high-quality legal solutions tailored to your specific needs.