Areas of expertise

The firm advises its clients in its core areas — criminal law, matrimonial law, inheritance law, corporate and contract law, litigation and arbitration — for individuals and businesses alike. Beyond these specialities, it also takes on matters in other areas of law, with the same competence, rigour and commitment. Its approach combines Swiss legal expertise with an international perspective, in the service of pragmatic solutions, in matters requiring discretion, precision and a thorough understanding of the client’s objectives.

Criminal law

  • Defence of a client in criminal proceedings for economic offences, from the opening of the investigation to judgment.

  • Assistance to a person interviewed as a witness in a complex case, including advice on their rights and on the production of documents.

Matrimonial law

  • Support in a contested divorce concerning the division of matrimonial property and child custody.

  • Drafting of an amicable separation agreement, including the division of assets and maintenance contributions.

Inheritance law

  • Complex estate division involving real estate located in Switzerland and abroad.

  • Advice to a reserved heir on the reduction of an excessive gift.

Mergers & Acquisitions

  • Advising on the negotiation and documentation of the acquisition of an interest in an energy company.

  • Advising on the acquisition of shares and receivables, including the financing aspects of the transaction.

  • Assisting with the delisting of secondary-listed shares in connection with a merger.

Corporate, Financing & Capital Markets

  • Advising on cross-border corporate transactions, financing arrangements, restructurings and shareholder matters.

  • Advising on Swiss corporate and regulatory aspects of investments and business structures.

Commercial Contracts & Infrastructure

  • Advising on the negotiation and drafting of international commercial agreements in connection with construction and infrastructure projects.

  • Assisting with contractual arrangements involving multiple jurisdictions and significant commercial interests.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

  • Advising and representing clients in commercial and contractual disputes, including cross-border legal issues.

  • Assisting in international arbitration proceedings.

Private Clients, Family Offices & Foundations

  • Advising on the establishment and structuring of Swiss family offices, holding companies and other legal entities.

  • Advising on the establishment and governance of Swiss foundations and associations, including corporate and regulatory matters.

  • Assisting with Swiss legal and regulatory matters relating to relocation, residence and business establishment.