Ole André Oftebro

Partner

+47 97 56 74 32 ole.andre.oftebro@foyen.no

Ole André assists companies with all types of employment law matters. For example, he provides advice on organizational changes, restructuring measures, complex personnel cases, whistleblowing, employer’s managerial prerogative, and conflicts. He has extensive experience in dispute resolution and strategic advisory work. Ole André is ranked by Chambers & Partners and recognized by The Legal 500. He was awarded second place on the list of promising talents in employment law in Finansavisen’s 2025 lawyer survey. In addition to employment law, Ole André specializes in compliance, product liability, the Transparency Act, and litigation.

Competence

Experience

Education

Rankings

2023	Partner, Advokatfirmaet Føyen AS
2021-2023	Partner, CMS Kluge
2014-2021	Partner, Advokatfirmaet Ræder AS
2013	Lawyer (temporary position), Attorney General for Civil Affairs
2011-2014	Senior Associate and Senior Lawyer, Kluge Advokatfirma DA
2009-2011	Deputy Judge, Øvre Romerike District Court
2007-2009	Associate, Kluge Advokatfirma DA
2006-2007	Research Assistant, Department of Private Law University of Oslo

2007	Master of law, University of Oslo

“Ole André Oftebro stands out due to his exceptional expertise, dedication, and collaborative spirit.” – Legal 500, 2025.

“He is attentive and interested in meeting our needs case by case and has a total understanding of our business and our strategic goals.” – Legal 500, 2025.

“Ole André Oftebro has good communication skills, is tough in negotiations, strategic and finds good solutions.” – Legal 500, 2023.

“He is extremely professional and strong within all areas of labour law.” – Chambers and Partners, 2025.

“Ole André Oftebro gives us strength and comfort, and finds solutions to our problems, with excellent results.” – Chambers and Partners, 2025.

“I was so amazed by his skills when it comes to providing me with his legal opinion and giving practical advice in terms of how to best proceed on the matter.” – Chambers and Partners, 2025.

“Ole André Oftebro delivers a top-quality service.” – Chambers and Partners, 2023.