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Øyvind Hartvigsen is a lawyer and partner at BDO. He is based in our Stavanger office, where he leads BDO’s efforts within VAT for our South West region. Øyvind also plays a key role in BDO Norway’s national initiatives related to Human Rights Due Diligence, specifically compliance with the Transparency Act.
He holds a law degree from the University of Oslo and has also completed the Master in Accounting and Auditing / Higher Auditing Program. Øyvind has worked extensively in the legal sector, advising both private and public customers.
With over 20 years specializing in VAT law at several well-known law firms, Øyvind possesses in-depth knowledge of VAT across a wide range of industries.
He is frequently engaged as an advisor for large development projects and has supported several municipal companies in connection with the construction of cultural buildings and sports facilities.
In recent years, Øyvind has also developed several digital tools to support compliance with the Transparency Act. In 2023 alone, he advised more than 70 companies on this legislation.
Feel free to contact Øyvind for an informal conversation.