Alexander W. Owesen

Norway

Wikborg Rein
Dronning Mauds Gate 11,
0250 Oslo
Norway

Tel: +47 22 82 75 00

Email: awo@wr.no
Web: www.wr.no

Alex assists Norwegian and foreign investment banks, banks and financial institutions, direct lenders, private equity firms and their portfolio companies, listed and unlisted companies and other market participants with the structuring, negotiation, documenting and completion of various types of financing transactions.

Among his specialities are acquisition financing, various types of asset financing, project financing and corporate financing, as well as restructurings.

Alex has extensive experience with different types of transaction and debt structures, such as various types of bank financing, direct lending, PIK loans and bond financing (including super senior structures, pari passu structures and senior/junior structures combining these and other types of financing).

He keeps on top of all current trends for such financings and, while taking care of the legal aspects of the transaction, keeps a close eye on and understands the commercial aspects of the deal.

Our finance team boasts highly skilled and experienced specialists who provide industry-leading advice on various types of financing, including acquisition, project, and general company financing, as well as refinancing and restructuring.

We offer guidance on transactions and top-level regulation to Norwegian and foreign investment banks, financial institutions, loan funds, Norwegian and foreign private equity companies and their portfolio companies, investors, and other market participants in connection with the structuring, negotiation, documentation, and implementation of financing transactions.

Our team specialises in all types of transaction and financing structures used in such cases, including various forms of bank financing, “direct lending” and bond financing (ranging from super senior and senior secured to second lien, mezzanine, PIK loans, convertibles and various forms of hybrid capital).

We are recognised as a leading provider of financing advice in the Norwegian market and remain up-to-date with the latest trends in financing. Our team possesses unparalleled knowledge of the legal aspects of transactions while maintaining a solid understanding of the commercial aspects of agreements.

Wikborg Rein is an international law firm with headquarters in Oslo and offices in Bergen, London, Singapore and Shanghai.

Our lawyers have expert knowledge in most disciplines and industries. Providing clients with first-class legal assistance is the firm’s top priority. Through our 100 years of history, we have gained a unique international experience, and we are highly ranked in leading international legal ratings, such as Chambers and Partners and Legal 500.

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