Christian O. Hartmann

Christian O. Hartmann
Experience
Christian O. Hartmann has 22 years of experience in real estate, particularly within commercial real estate related to transactions, property development, structuring, and lease agreements. He has been part of SANDS Advokatfirma AS since 2016, where he serves as a partner in the firm’s commercial property department. Prior to joining SANDS, Hartmann worked at Advokatfirmaet Føyen Torkildsen as a partner from 2013 to 2016 and at Advokatfirmaet Torkildsen & Co as a senior associate from 2003 to 2012.
In addition to his work in real estate transactions and developments, Christian has significant experience in litigation and arbitration, particularly within the real estate sector. He also represents a range of high-profile international clients, including TikTok/ByteDance and Microsoft, advising on their real estate matters and data center developments in Norway.
Specialty
Christian Hartmann specializes in commercial real estate transactions, development, structuring, and lease agreements. He also provides legal assistance related to the day-to-day management of real estate companies and joint housing ownership. His expertise includes litigation, arbitration, leaseholds, tax, and VAT related to real estate. Additionally, he has extensive experience advising medium and large businesses in the real estate industry.
Education
Christian Hartmann holds a Cand. jur. degree from the University of Oslo, which he completed in 2003. He also took an elementary course in socioeconomic studies at the University of Oslo in 2002.
Achievements and Recognition

• Industry Rankings: Ranked as a key contact for clients in the Real Estate department at SANDS.
• Leadership Roles: Head of the Commercial Property team and department at SANDS.
• Contributions to Award-Winning Projects: Not specified, but known for his involvement in significant real estate transactions and developments.
• Major Case Successes: Christian and his team recently advised the Norwegian Foundation Diakonhjemmet on its NOK 1.4 billion acquisition from OBOS, one of the largest residential real estate deals in Norway during 2024/2025. This deal received significant media attention.
• Client Testimonials: Praised for his sharp brain, concern for participants, and detailed follow-up until cases are closed.