A recognised firm in the employment space, BBA//Fjeldco is home to a strong team led by Kári Ólafsson and Thórir Júlíusson. Kári specializes in this area, bringing strong expertise in employment contracts and due diligence, regularly advising on cross-border issues. Thórir, as head of the dispute resolution team, naturally provides strong litigation experience. They are regularly supported by Ásta Margrét Eiríksdóttir, who provides assistance on employment agreements and residency and work permits, and Harpa Erlendsdóttir, who brings general employment experience.
Employment in Iceland
BBA//Fjeldco
Praxisleiter:
Kári Ólafsson; Thórir Júlíusson
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ásta Margrét Eiríksdóttir; Harpa Erlensdóttir
Referenzen
‘The practice covers a very broad field of law, which in my view is highly beneficial for my company, as all of the company’s matters can be handled by a single firm.’
‘In my experience, with Kári Ólafsson serving as my legal counsel, I have found him to be highly professional, personable, and meticulous in the matters he has managed on my behalf. Moreover, he distinguishes himself through a forward-looking approach, particularly in anticipating critical deadlines such as license renewals and applications.’
‘I have worked with this team for the past six years on various projects. Their work has always been of the highest standard, and all communication is effortless.’
Kernmandanten
Alvotech hf.
Arion Bank
Aurora Abalone
Crusoe Energy Systems LLC
Dineout
Eleven Experience in Iceland
Eyland Spirits ehf.
Fly Play
Fossar fjárfestingabanki hf.
Gangverk ehf.
Gebr. Heinemann SE & Co. KG
Ísafold Capital
Íslandsbanki hf.
Invisible Notes LLC
Kaldalón
Kukl
Kvika Group
Landsbankinn hf.
Mannverk ehf.
Nova hf.
OK – Opin kerfi
Rapyd Europe (formerly Valitor)
Reiknistofa bankanna (RB)
Securitas
Sæbýli ehf.
TM tryggingar hf.
Tommi’s Burger Joint
Varist ehf.
VAXA Technologies
VÍS
Vörður tryggingar hf.
Wineta ehf.
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Gebr. Heinemann on its successful bid for the duty-free concession at Keflavík International Airport.
- Provided comprehensive legal counsel to Mannverk ehf. in connection with the development, overall structure, and all employment matters of Laugarás Lagoon.
- Structured, prepared, and delivered a tailored training programme to the board of directors of a large investment bank in Iceland, focusing on the legal and regulatory framework applicable to financial institutions in Iceland.
Lex Law Offices
With a respected presence in the employment area, the team at Lex Law Offices consistently provides key advice to its clients, who include major aviation companies and local governmental authorities. Heading the team is Arnar Þór Stefánsson, who brings excellent litigation experience, alongside strengths in administrative and real estate law. Additionally, Garðar Víðir Gunnarsson is a specialist in tax law and brings this expertise to the team, alongside skills in commercial and corporate law. Hjalti Geir Erlendsson is another key member of the team, bringing wide-ranging legal knowledge.
Praxisleiter:
Arnar Þór Stefánsson
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Garðar Víðir Gunnarsson; Hjalti Geir Erlendsson
Kernmandanten
Bláfugl ehf.
Icelandic Association of Local Authorities
Air Atlanta hf.
Treble Technologies ehf.
N4A ehf.
ADG ehf. (AERO Design Global)
Indie Holdings. S.A (Indie Campers Iceland ehf.)
EFLA hf.
Arctic exposure ehf.
Sjávarsýn ehf.
BioMar Ltd. / BioMar Iceland ehf.
Highlight-Mandate
- Assisted the Icelandic Association of Local Authorities in a dispute over the legality the Icelandic Teachers’ Association’ strike.
- Provided end-to-end legal support to Treble Technologies in relation to the establishment and implementation of its employee share option scheme.
- Represented Bláfugl ehf. in a lawsuit brought by ten former pilots, claiming damages due to the termination of their employment contracts.
LOGOS
With strong experience in employment law, the team at LOGOS remains at the forefront. Headed by Ólafur Eiríksson, whose skills in employment law are bolstered by his proficiencies in litigation, white-collar crime, tort, and bankruptcy, the firm handles a broad range of employment law matters, both contentious and non-contentious, including wrongful termination claims and alleged workplace harassment. He is supported in the team by Einar Baldvin Axelsson, who specialises in maritime law, and by Svanhvit Axelsdóttir, who brings litigation experience.
Praxisleiter:
Ólafur Eiríksson
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Einar Baldvin Axelsson; Svanhvit Axelsdóttir
Referenzen
‘I have been working with Ólafur Eiríksson and I recommend him.‘
‚LOGOS is my go-to firm in Iceland for local employment issues.’
‘Trustworthy, highly professional, and reliable.’
Kernmandanten
Aviation Integrated Services Group (AISG)
Asana Inc.
Bryan, Garnier & Co.
Bull Hill Capital hf. and Geo Salmo ehf.
Confederation of Icelandic Enterprises
Deloitte ehf.
DLA Piper
Eimskip Island ehf.
Embla Medical hf. (formerly Ossur hf.)
Estate of Bilaleiga Reykjavikur ehf.
Fischersund ehf.
Gaming Arena ehf.
Google Inc.
Icelandair Group hf.
Kerecis ehf.
Lyf og heilsa ehf.
Marel hf.
Nordural aluminium ehf.
Prosegur Change Iceland ehf.
Rio Tinto Iceland
Rio Tinto International
Ripple Labs Inc.
Sensa ehf.
Siminn hf.
Tan Ward Limited
Technical School of Iceland
Tesla Motors Iceland
Verne Global hf.
World Learning Inc.
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Siminn hf. in a claim brought by a former employee due to an alleged persecution on behalf of a manager.
- Advised Gaming Arena on a wrongful termination claim against its CEO where the client terminated the employment with cause due to severe breach of employment obligations.
- Represented the official receiver of Bilaleiga Reykjavikur ehf. concerning claims from previous employees regarding damages due to their termination.
ADVEL Attorneys at Law
At ADVEL Attorneys at Law, the employment team is headed by Stefan Þór Ingimarsson and provides its clients with support on employment disputes and non-contentious work such as permits and contracts. Stefan brings corporate and M&A experience and is regularly involved in cross-border work. Hrafnhildur Kristinsdóttir brings additional support, with particular strengths in labour and employment law, as well as European and international matters. Guðmundur Siemsen also provides assistance, primarily focusing on disputes.
Praxisleiter:
Stefan Þor Ingimarsson
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Hrafnhildur Kristinsdóttir; Guðmundur Siemsen
Kernmandanten
The Icelandic Government
atNorth
Hampidjan
Advania
Arion Bank
Highlight-Mandate
- Represented Brim hf. in a number of cases before the District Court in Reykjavik as well as the Court of Appeals concerning the legal status of fishermen.