Øyvind Akerholt has assisted in some of the most notable Norwegian IT projects in recent years, contributing his expertise to initiatives across both public and private sectors.
Specializing in negotiations, and contract law, Øyvind focuses particularly on IT, media, and technology contracts. With extensive experience in complex IT procurements, distribution of cloud services and hardware, licensing of software, as well as special areas such as automation and mobility, Internet of Things (IoT), and cybersecurity, Øyvind brings a seasoned perspective to his work.
He serves a diverse clientele, working with clients from both the customer and supplier side. Øyvind is recognized for his solid competence, precision, and strong communication skills, providing effective and adaptable solutions tailored to the specific needs of each client.
Øyvind is ranked as «Up and Coming» in Chambers and «Key name to note» in Legal500, where clients have, among other things, emphasized his ability to understand the clients’ business and adapt his advice to meet the clients’ needs. Øyvind was also highlighted as this year’s promising talent within Technology and digitalization in Finansavisen’s lawyer survey in 2025.
Chambers and PartnersØyvind Akerholt has a deep knowledge in our industry and our company, and is able to guide us perfectly through a jungle of potential issues.
Chambers and PartnersØyvind is an up-and-coming star among young partners in Norway. He handles clients with efficiency and skill.
Chambers and PartnersHe has a strong understanding of IT security within a legal context, which is incredibly valuable.
Legal 500Øyvind Akerholt is also an exceptional technology legal adviser. If you’re seeking an expert who combines academic excellence with real-world experience and a winning attitude, Øyvind Akerholt is the name to trust.
Work experience
2024 | - | (today) | Associate Partner, Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig |
2020 | - | 2023 | Senior Lawyer, Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig |
2020 | Senior Associate, Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig | ||
2015 | - | 2020 | Associate, Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig |
Education
2015 | Master of Law, University of Oslo | ||
2014 | Exchange at Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium |
- The podcast «Teknologioptimistene»Ø. Akerholt, P. K. Moe og S. Bekkevold (2024), Europower.no
- Styrking av Norges Digitale SikkerhetØ. Akerholt og F. Bjørnstad (2024), svw.no
- Ansvarsfordeling og kontraktsbruddØ. Akerholt (2021), Finansavisen.no
- Norway ChapterContributor (2015), The Privacy, Data Protection and Cybersecurity Law Review