Lawyers and advisers in Switzerland
The Corporate INTL directory lists 32 experts in Switzerland from 30 firms.
The most represented practice areas in Switzerland are Corporate, Commercial & M&A, Dispute Resolution & Litigation and Tax. Use the filters below to narrow by specialism or practice area, or search by name or firm.
Experts
Albrecht Langhart
Businesses, and the people who own and run them, are a major pillar of the economy, and an extremely important part of our work. Providing comprehensive legal and tax advice to businesses and supporting them in their operational business…
View profile →
Alexandra Bösch
Alexandra Bösch has a broad professional experience in the insurance industry, having acted as a senior liability underwriter and claims counsel in leading insurance companies for many years. Today, Alexandra Bösch advises Swiss and…
View profile →
Beat von Rechenberg
Dr Beat von Rechenberg is the senior member in CMS von Erlach Henrici AG's dispute resolution team. He has special knowledge in the financial, pharmaceutical, energy and telecoms sectors. With his background as a former court clerk and as…
View profile →
Bernard Volken
Bernard Volken studied in Fribourg and was admitted to the Zurich Bar. From 1994 to 2000, he worked at the Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (IPI), including the last three years as Head of the Trademark Opposition Proceeding.…
View profile →
David G. Forbes-Jaeger
Dr. iur. Niccolò Gozzi
Niccolò has broad experience in commercial and civil litigation for both corporations and private persons. He appears before state courts and arbitral tribunals and also acts as arbitrator. He has also acted as counsel in large…
View profile →
Dr. Philipp E. Zurkinden
Philipp Zurkinden is the head of the competition and regulatory team at Prager Dreifuss. He advises local and international clients in various sectors in cartels procedures and regularly works together with international law firms in…
View profile →
Gerrit Straub LL.M.
Klein Rechtsanwälte AG (Klein Attorneys) is mainly active in the private and business aviation sector; over the last five years the firm has handled purchases and sales of business jets and VIP helicopters with a transaction value in…
View profile →
Jean-Blaise Eckert
Jean-Blaise Eckert is considered as a leading lawyer in tax and private client matters in Switzerland. He is the co-head of the tax group of Lenz & Staehelin. He advises a number of multinational groups of companies as well as HNWIs.…
View profile →
Jean-Marc Carnicé
Jean-Marc Carnicé is specialised in dispute resolution and white-collar crime. He is widely recognised for his outstanding expertise in white-collar crime, international assistance in criminal matters, as well as commercial and banking…
View profile →
Luc Hafner
Luc Hafner specialises in business, estate planning and succession law. He advises Swiss and foreign high-net-worth clients as a lawyer, director, trustee or protector. He has become a reference in the field of private clients, at an…
View profile →
Ludovic Tirelli
Main Activities • Criminal law • Business crime (Financial, Economic & White collar crime, Corporate fraud) • Domestic and international litigation • Sentencing, Parole & Probation law, European convention on human rights • International…
View profile →Frequently asked questions
How do I find a good lawyer or adviser in Switzerland?
Check that they are qualified or registered to practise in Switzerland, for example with the local bar association or professional body, and that they have handled matters like yours, including any cross-border element. Ask who will do the work, which languages they work in and how they charge before you instruct them. Each lawyer or adviser listed on this page has a profile with their firm, practice areas and contact details, so you can compare them before getting in touch.
How much does a lawyer cost in Switzerland?
Fees depend on the firm, the experience of the person advising you and how complex the matter is. Firms commonly charge by the hour, a fixed fee for a defined piece of work, or a combination of the two. Ask for a written estimate and the terms of engagement before any work starts.
Do I need a local lawyer or adviser in Switzerland if I am based abroad?
Matters governed by the law of Switzerland, or that involve its courts, registries or authorities, usually need an adviser qualified there. If you already have an adviser at home, they can often work alongside a local lawyer or adviser in Switzerland, which keeps the advice joined up on cross-border matters.
Can I find an English-speaking lawyer or adviser in Switzerland?
Many lawyers and advisers who work with international clients advise in English, but it is worth checking. Ask about working languages when you first get in touch, and whether documents can be provided in English as well as the local language.
Should I use a lawyer or an adviser?
Use a lawyer for legal advice, contracts and anything that may end up before a court or a regulator. Advisers such as accountants, tax advisers and consultants handle compliance, financial and business advice. Many matters need both, which is why Find an Expert lists both, under the Legal and Advisory specialisms.
How do I contact a lawyer or adviser in Switzerland through Corporate INTL?
Open any profile on this page to see the contact details the firm has provided, such as telephone, email and website. Every profile also has a "Contact via Corporate INTL" button if you would rather send your request through us.