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Key contacts
Partner: Daði Bjarnason hdl.
Partner: Jóhann Tómas Sigurðsson, hdl. Esq.
Quick facts
Number of lawyers

3

Languages

English, Danish, Icelandic

Key practice areas
Financial and corporate
Firm overview

Lagahvoll is an independent law firm with strong focus on impartiality. The firm was established in 2012 and  is known for its partners´ experience within the financial industry and its focus on creating added value for its customers. Lagahvoll ‘s clients include international financial institutions, private equity and venture capital funds, start-ups, corporations and investors. 

Key transactional practices
  • Finance & Capital Markets
  • M&A & Private Equity
  • Start-ups and Venture Capital
  • Financial regulation and restructuring 
  • Asset Management and Fund Services 
  • Real Estate & Construction 
  • Corporate Advisory, Compliance and CSR
  • Competition
Address:
Bankastræti 5
4th floor
Reykjavik, 101
Tel:+354 519 7660 Email:Contact Us Web Address:http://www.lagahvoll.is
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Financial and corporate
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Linked Reviews
Financial and corporate
Lagahvoll has established a strong reputation in the Icelandic market for advising on banking and finance, corporate transactions, capital markets and growth-stage investment matters. The firm is particularly recognised for its work with innovative businesses, investors and entrepreneurs, while also maintaining a notable presence in energy, infrastructure and public-sector projects.

The practice is especially active in venture capital, start-up financing and corporate advisory work, where clients value the firm's ability to combine commercial insight with practical legal solutions. The team regularly advises on investments, financing rounds, acquisitions, corporate restructurings and governance matters, supporting clients throughout all stages of business growth and development.

Recent work reflects the breadth of the firm's client base, which includes Summa rekstrarfélag, wpd international, HS Orka, Orkusalan and Grundarfjarðarbær. The firm continues to advise clients operating across energy, infrastructure, investment management and public-sector sectors, reinforcing its position as a trusted adviser on both innovative growth businesses and established corporate enterprises.

Lagahvoll is also recognised for its capital markets expertise and its role in matters involving sustainable finance and investment structures.

Clients value the firm's combination of technical expertise, commercial awareness and responsiveness. Feedback highlights the team's strong understanding of the Icelandic market, pragmatic approach to transactional matters and ability to provide business-oriented advice. The practice is particularly recognised for maintaining close client relationships and delivering commercially focused solutions while supporting clients on investments, financing transactions and corporate matters.

Key clients

Summa rekstrarfélag hf.; wpd international hf.; HS Orka hf.; Orkusalan ehf.; Grundarfjarðarbær.

Testimonials

“Strong technical expertise and market knowledge.” (M&A / Private Equity)

“Highly responsive and commercially aware.” (M&A / Private Equity)

“Business-minded and proactive in its approach.” (M&A / Private Equity)

“Excellent partner-level reputation and client service.” (M&A / Private Equity)

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