Stefán Örn Stefánsson joins Réttur‘s partnership team
Réttur – Aðalsteinsson & Partners is pleased to announce that Stefán Örn Stefánsson has joined Réttur’s partnership team. Stefán, who has been with the firm since 2019, specializes in commercial- and corporate law, focusing on financing, mergers, and acquisitions, of companies. Stefán’s work in these areas has earned him recognitions from the globally recognised research and ranking firm Legal500.
A graduate of the University of Iceland with a Mag. Jur. in 2018, Stefán became a licensed district court attorney in 2020 and completed his certification in securities trading in 2023. Prior to joining Réttur, he served as a legal advisor at KPMG, where he honed his expertise in commercial-, corporate- and tax law.
Sigurður Örn Hilmarsson, managing partner at Réttur: “Stefán’s expertise, strategic insight, and dedication have significantly benefited our clients, helping to navigate complex legal challenges. His addition to the ownership team strengthens our firm, and we are excited to welcome him. We look forward to continuing our successful collaboration.”
Founded in 1969 by Ragnar Aðalsteinsson, Réttur has a long-standing tradition of championing justice with a focus on human dignity. The firm offers comprehensive legal services to domestic and foreign companies, individuals, organizations, and public bodies, ensuring their rights are effectively pursued and protected. Recognized as a leader in dispute resolution, Réttur consistently ranks among the top Icelandic law firms by Chambers & Partners and Legal500, receiving accolades across various legal sectors.
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