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Christian B. Hjort

Partner
Admitted to the Supreme Court

Christian B. Hjort offers extensive expertise in a wide range of civil and economic criminal cases. With a wealth of experience assisting Norwegian enterprises under investigation by various international authorities, he has represented companies and senior executives in numerous high-profile cases involving corruption, insider trading, market manipulation, financial misconduct, and tax fraud.

Expert legal representation in enterprise penalties and regulatory investigations

 

Christian is also a highly sought-after advisor for companies facing investigations for regulatory violations, including breaches of the Petroleum Act, the Pollution Control Act, and the Working Environment Act. His deep understanding of both business law and criminal law makes him an invaluable asset in navigating complex legal challenges.

He has participated in numerous investigative processes, either as an investigator or as an advisor to senior executives under scrutiny. In these roles, he leverages his business law experience alongside his criminal law expertise to provide comprehensive legal support.

Christian has successfully argued several economically significant criminal cases before the Supreme Court, establishing important legal precedents.

For businesses seeking top-tier legal expertise in enterprise penalties and regulatory compliance, Christian B. Hjort stands out as a leading authority.

 

Christian Hjort’s client service and general level of service, level of sophistication and commercial vision are strong.

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Professional Experience
2001
Admitted to the Supreme Court
1995
Partner, Advokatfirmaet Hjort
1989
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1995
Senior Associate, Advokatfirmaet Hjort
1988
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1989
Deputy judge, Flekkefjord District Court
1988
Senior Executive Officer, Financial Supervisory Authority of Norway
1987
Research assistant, Department of Criminal Law and Criminology, University of Oslo
Education
1987
Candidate in Jurisprudence, The University of Oslo
Membership | Honoraries

The Norwegian Bar Association’s Law Committee for Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure

Christian is highly ranked in national and international ratings, including the Financial News (Finansavisen) yearly ratings and in Who’s Who Legal.