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Wenger Vieli Ltd > Zurich, Switzerland > Firm Profile
Wenger Vieli Ltd Offices
DUFOURSTRASSE 56
8008 ZÜRICH
Switzerland
Wenger Vieli Ltd > The Legal 500 Rankings
Switzerland > Employment Tier 2
Wenger Vieli Ltd has particular strengths in advising large corporate clients on employee and executive relocation and cross-border transfer of employees as well as matters relating to immigration, visas, and work and residence permits. The team also supports clients with employee renumeration models, share ownership plans, and disciplinary and grievance issues. Practice head Stefan Müller, who ‘is very responsive and delivers great quality’, has a special focus on employment law consultancy, relocations and naturalisations, and employee transfers. Sabine Taxer advises clients on all matters relating to private and public employment law. Nathalie Germann advises companies and private individuals in the areas of migration and labour law.Practice head(s):
Stefan Müller
Other key lawyers:
Sabine Taxer; Nathalie Germann
Testimonials
‘They are very responsive and knowledgeable. Very good value for money and good business instinct.’
‘Responsiveness and expertise. I fully trust them and know they will take care of the client like I would.’
‘Dedicated and fast.’
‘Stefan Müller is very responsive and delivers great quality.’
Key clients
EPAM Systems (Switzerland) GmbH
Work highlights
- Acting as EPAM’s outsourced employment counsel in Switzerland.
- Advising Executive on high-profile exit from renowned music publisher.
- Advised the lead investor Redalpine Opportunity Fund on employment matters in Carvolution’s Series D Financing Round.
Switzerland > Fintech Tier 2
Counting a host of start-ups and established players in its key client roster, Wenger Vieli Ltd is regularly entrusted by significant clients to manage complex regulatory matters and license procedures, alongside strengths in blockchain, distributed ledger technologies and cryptocurrencies. Martin Peyer helms the practice, excelling in the spheres of cryptocurrency, regulatory aspects of blockchain business models and NFT marketplaces. Martin Berweger is a specialist within the realm of blockchain projects, with Daniel S. Weber also being recommended.Practice head(s):
Martin Peyer
Other key lawyers:
Martin Berweger; Daniel S. Weber
Key clients
radicant
Inyova
Dialectic
Neon Switzerland
Stableton
Codos Network
DeFactor DAO
Rally
Valory
Chorus One
Selma
Work highlights
- Advising Swiss impact investing platform Inyova on FinTech matters and licensing process as an asset manager.
- Assisting asset manager Dialectic in establishing a fund structure for crypto assets.
- Assisted Neon Switzerland in establishing an application for its users to buy stocks and ETFs via Neon.
Switzerland > Public law Tier 2
Wenger Vieli Ltd fields a team with broad public law expertise, covering a diverse range of areas including real estate, healthcare, and media. The team is co-headed by Michael Tschudin, who is an ‘experienced competition and general public law lawyer’, and Frank Scherrer, who regularly advises companies active in the life sciences space on a broad range of regulatory matters, in addition to other issues such as transactions and contract negotiations. Marcel Boller‘s practice covers an array of public law matters, including regulation for cannabis medicines, and promotional matters for medical device companies.Practice head(s):
Michael Tschudin; Frank Scherrer
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Particularly experienced in the areas of competition law and data protection. ’
‘Practice head Michael Tschudin is a very competent and experienced competition and general public law lawyer who has previously also worked for the Swiss competition authority and the Federal Administrative Court. Furthermore, he is particularly knowledgeable in the area of abuse of dominance. ’
‘Wenger Vieli has an excellent public law team, including an active politician and a former clerk at the federal administrative court. They have a very broad and deep knowledge of public law.’
‘Michael Tschudin is a great lawyer. He is very structured, very quick thinking, and very deep in the matters. ’
‘Wenger Vieli is a mid-sized law firm with profound knowledge in public law.’
‘Michael Tschudin is a very experienced and brilliant lawyer. He has many valuable contacts to authorities and courts.’
Key clients
Lighthouse Swiss Wealth Advisors
Redcare Pharmacy N.V.
Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank
Neon Switzerland
Nextech Invest
Work highlights
- Advising multinational trust company Lighthouse on cross-border public law matters in obtaining FINMA license as asset manager and trustee.
- Advised Redcare Pharmacy on public law matters in EUR 110m cross-border joint venture with Galenica.
- Advised Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank on public law aspects of consolidated supervision of subsidiaries.
Switzerland > Banking and finance: Zurich Tier 3
Wenger Vieli Ltd is highly active in both financing matters and financial services regulation. Advising on complex regulatory matters and licensing procedures, the team has a deep understanding of the Swiss financial regulatory landscape as well as extensive experience in cross-border situations. Andreas Hünerwadel is head of financing and has a focus on cross-border financing transactions and advising financial institutions on regulatory matters. Martin Peyer heads the financial services practice group and is equipped to advise on digital asset-related matters. Bignia Vieli has expertise in advising financial service providers on supervisory and contractual matters. Other key team members include Daniel S. Weber and Alessa Waibel who both focus on regulatory advice to banks and other financial services providers.Practice head(s):
Andreas Hünerwadel; Martin Peyer
Other key lawyers:
Bignia Vieli; Daniel S. Weber; Alessa Waibel
Testimonials
‘The team fully understands its clients’ specifics and their advice and legal assistance is tailored to the client’s needs. Very pleasant to work with.’
‘Bignia Vieli is a very experienced lawyer and is able to quickly understand the bigger picture, even in complex transactions. ’
Key clients
Luzerner Kantonalbank
Neon Switzerland
Radicant
Lighthouse Swiss Wealth Advisors
Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank
Nextech Invest
Health Service 365
Serpentine Ventures
Inyova
Private Bank IHAG, Switzerland
Signa Group
Danske Bank
Privatbank Bellerive
Scandit
Interhoerbiger Finance (Treasury)
Work highlights
- Advised Luzerner Kantonalbank on the set-up of its new financing platform Refinum.
- Advising Nextech Invest on regulatory matters in connection with its FINMA license and on the launch of three new funds.
- Providing Inyova with regulatory advice in various matters.
Switzerland > Capital markets Tier 3
Providing clients with ‘tailored expertise’, Wenger Vieli Ltd fields a broad offering that covers equity and debt capital market matters, as well as advising clients on digitisation and tokenisation. Pascal Honold helms the practice, strengthening the team with his wealth of experience in handling public takeover bids, disclosure requirements and debt instruments, among others. ‘Proactive’ Beat Speck and Wolfgang Zürcher are also recommended.Practice head(s):
Pascal Honold
Other key lawyers:
Beat Speck; Wolfgang Zürcher
Testimonials
‘Deep understanding of local and global markets ensures solutions tailored to any client’s needs.’
‘Personalised advice and a genuine understanding of the business.’
Comprehensive skills across all capital market transactions, delivered efficiently.’
‘The team provides transparent billing that include client-friendly models with clear breakdowns.’
‘A blend of backgrounds, which enhances their problem-solving.’
‘Wenger Vieli stands out in the crowded legal sector with their tailored expertise and innovative practices.’
‘Beat Speck is proactive with excellent analytical skills; he brings a personal touch and vast industry network.
Key clients
Sygnum Bank
NLS Pharmaceutics
Burckhardt Compression Holding
Vontobel Holding
Züblin Immobilien Holding
Turnqey
Alegra Capital
Daimler
Swiss Property
Private Equity Holding
u-blox Holding
Crealogix Holding
Work highlights
- Advised NLS Pharmaceutics on PIPE transaction.
- Advised NLS Pharmaceutics on its private placement and conversion of existing short-term notes
Switzerland > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 3
Acting for a diverse client base that includes investors, start-ups and SMEs, Wenger Vieli Ltd‘s ‘exceptional’ practice maintains a broad corporate and M&A offering with particular expertise in cross-border transactions. Steering the practice is Marc Walter and Martin Berweger, with the former handling a considerable workload of private M&A, venture capital and ESG matters. Beat Speck is routinely engaged to advise on cross-border M&A, among other issues.Practice head(s):
Marc Walter; Martin Berweger
Other key lawyers:
Beat Speck; Pascal Honold; Christoph Schmid; Christian Wenger; Wolfgang Zürcher
Testimonials
‘Marc Walter’s invaluable expertise and responsiveness are a must in complex transactions. He knows how to address the key issues without losing sight of the details.’
‘Marc Walter’s ability to deliver on time and his fair invoicing make him a very reliable partner. His language skills have also been much appreciated.’
‘I’ve partnered with Wenger Vieli on commercial, corporate and M&A transactions and can vouch for their exceptional service. Highlights include their deep understanding of local and global markets, which ensures solutions tailored to any client’s needs, and their personalised advice and genuine business understanding.’
‘Wenger Vieli stand out in the crowded legal sector for their tailored expertise and innovative practices.’
‘Beat Speck is proactive, with excellent analytical skills; he brings a personal touch and a vast industry network.’
‘The team has a great balance between pragmatism and fundamental legal knowledge. Hence, they resolve clients’ issues in a straightforward way, but are able to go for a deep dive if necessary.’
Key clients
Kontron
IK Partners
Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP)
RIMED
Shareholders of Pacojet Group
Verium
Redcare Pharmacy N.V. (formerly known as Shop-Apotheke Europe N.V.)
Shareholders of MENU Technologies
CONET Technologies
Nexxiot
Gschwend
Innov Ad NV
Cibus Enterprise Fund
Shareholders of Nanosurf
NLS Pharmaceutics
STOA Infra & Energy
Seervision
Creoptix
LatticeFlow
TriNetX
Sygnum Bank
PG3
XSwiss
RFR Management
Burckhardt Compression
Alegra Capital
Crypto Valley Zug
Beekeeper Holding
Vontobel Holding
Frontify
Left Lane
Unigestion
X-Bionic Group, blucc Holding
Archlet
Molten Ventures (formerly Draper Esprit)
Kandou
Atlas Antibodies
Work highlights
- Advised Kontron on the sale of its Europe-wide IT services business.
- Advised IK Partners on EUR 370m sale of Klingel medical metal group to Elos Medtech.
- Advised TAP on the share transfer between Axpo, Fluxys and Enagas.
Switzerland > Competition Tier 3
Wenger Vieli Ltd's competition practice is spearheaded by the ‘pragmatic’ Michael Tschudin, who is recommended by clients for his knowledge, experience and competency. While being particularly adept in the life sciences and pharma field, the 'clever and sophisticated' team is also active in various other industries and enjoys a strong reputation in defending clients in antitrust investigations. Tschudin is able to draw on his background in the Competition Commission and Federal Administrative Court. Pharma and life sciences expert Frank Scherrer further strengthens the practice.Practice head(s):
Michael Tschudin
Other key lawyers:
Frank Scherrer
Testimonials
‘Wenger Vieli’s team is particularly know for its expertise in abuse of dominance cases, in particular at the interface with data protection (i.e. the use of data by companies with market dominance). Furthermore, the firm in general comes a across as being one of the “modern” and innovative commercial law firms on the Swiss market.’
‘Practice head Michael Tschudin is a very competent and experienced competition lawyer who has previously also worked for the Swiss competition authority and the Federal Administrative Court (first court of appeal in competition matters). He is very quick at identifying the relevant facts and good at developing pragmatic solutions.’
‘Michael Tschudin is one of best competition lawyers in Switzerland. In former days, he worked both for the Competition Commission and was hearing competition law appeals at the Swiss Administrative Court. He is very knowledgeable and at the same time down-to-earth. He delivers immediately actionable advice. He is clearly a lawyer to choose.’
‘The team around Mike Tschudin is clever and sophisticated. They are approachable. ’
‘Mike Tschudin is a very good competition lawyer.’
‘Mike Tschudin is a great and well experienced competition lawyer, who stands out in his generation.’
‘Michael Tschudin is a very competent competition lawyer. He is a hands-on and pragmatic advisor. Having worked for the competition authority, the appeal court and as an advisor in private practice, he knows the competition world from the in- and the outside.’
Key clients
Kontron
Redcare Pharmacy (formerly Shop Apotheke Europe)
CoNet
STOA Impact Fund
SIGNA
Work highlights
- Advised Kontron on cross-border competition law matters in EUR 400m sale of its international IT services business.
- Advised and represented Redcare Pharmacy in merger control proceedings in connection with cross-border joint venture with Galenica.
- Advised CONET on competition law issues in its cross-border acquisition of emineo.
Switzerland > Data privacy and data protection Tier 3
‘Practical’ Claudia Keller, who is recommended for her ability to develop ‘goal-oriented solutions’ leads Wenger Vieli Ltd's data privacy practice. The team advises clients on the full data management cycle, including a variety of regulatory and data protection matters, and is noted for its ability to handle ‘new developments regarding AI tools’.Practice head(s):
Claudia Keller
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The practice for me is unique as smaller it may be compared to its competitors, it makes up with big focus on service towards its clientele.’
‘Claudia Keller is very knowledgeable in her area of expertise, very down-to-earth and is also a very practical lawyer who understands the special needs our team might or might not have.’
‘The team covers all aspects of data protection law and is also very familiar with new developments regarding AI tools.’
‘The team is led by Claudia Keller, a lawyer who, thanks to her many years of experience in the technology sector, is able to quickly identify clients’ needs and develop goal-oriented solutions.’
‘The team offers an ideal service not only to large companies, but also to start-ups.’
‘Claudia Keller works in a time- and cost-efficient manner and her clients benefit from her great commitment and her enthusiasm for data protection law issues.’
Key clients
Digitalswitzerland
Burckhardt Compression Holding
Inyova (former Yova)
Verium
Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank
Crypto Valley Association
ElectricFeel
Ultra.Swiss
Redalpine Opportunity Fund / Carvolution
Work highlights
- Advising digitalswitzerland on data protection measures.
- Advised Verium on closing its first continuation vehicle Verium I SCSp for Toradex and MiT.
- Advising Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank on regulatory matters for digital bank Radicant.
Switzerland > Dispute resolution: litigation Tier 3
Wenger Vieli Ltd frequently operates across the financial services, insurance, TMT and life sciences sectors, frequently handling matters pertaining to injunctive relief, asset-tracing and recovery proceedings as well as the enforcement of domestic and foreign judgments. ‘Outstanding’ Nicolas Bracher leads the team with his strengths in financial services related mandates. Philipp Lindenmayer is another key contact. Michael Mráz leads the white collar crime team, with Meltem Steudler being another key name to note in the practice. Peter Hafner joined from Wartmann Merker Ltd. in January 2024.Practice head(s):
Nicolas Bracher
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Nicolas Bracher is a known name in the area of litigation in Switzerland. He is highly knowledgeable and very committed to his clients. The work products he delivers are excellent. He is clearly an outstanding lawyer, not only in his field of practice.’
Work highlights
- Representinga group of minority shareholders of blockchain company in enforcing their rights in USD 7bn post-transaction litigation.
- Representing a client as international lead counsel before Swiss Federal Supreme Court in EUR 80m landmark case concerning the enforcement of a foreign judgment.
Switzerland > Healthcare and life sciences Tier 3
Wenger Vieli Ltd acts for a variety of start-ups and global players in the pharma and medical device industries in mandates involving joint ventures, M&A, and disputes before the Federal Office of Public Health. In the Zurich office, practice head Frank Scherrer assists a range of biotech, medical device, and pharma companies on market access and establishment licences. Marcel Boller is particularly adept at advising on clinical research and distribution systems.Practice head(s):
Frank Scherrer
Other key lawyers:
Work highlights
- Representing pharmaceutical companies in appeal proceedings regarding the price at which pharmaceutical products are reimbursed.
- Representing a pharmaceutical company in appeal proceedings regarding the deletion of one of its products from the list of reimbursed products.
- Advising a pharmaceutical company in Switzerland on ongoing legal reviews of all advertising and information materials.
Switzerland > Insolvency and corporate recovery Tier 3
Wenger Vieli Ltd represents clients in bankruptcy and debt collection matters, with particular strengths in advising SMEs, entrepreneurs, and investors on out-of-court restructuring matters and supporting with turnarounds. The team is headed by Georg Zondler, who focuses on insolvency-related litigation and restructuring of listed companies, and Pascal Honold, who has expertise in distressed M&A and corporate reorganisations. Notable team members include Daniel P Oehri and Martin Berweger, who both support the team with out-of court restructurings and various other insolvency matters.Practice head(s):
Georg Zondler; Pascal Honold
Other key lawyers:
Daniel P. Oehri; Martin Berweger
Testimonials
‘Impressive speed of response and expertise.’
‘Expertise and innovation.’
Key clients
International debt collection group
Cantonal Court of Zug
Luminator Technology Group (LTG)
Signa Retail Luxury Holding H
Harng Central Department Store (Thailand)
Work highlights
- Assisting an international debt collection group in debt collection from Swiss debtors.
- Acting as administrator (appointed by the Cantonal Court of Zug) for companies in need of reorganisation.
- Acting as administrator (appointed by the Cantonal Court of Zug) for companies in need of restructuring.
Switzerland > Intellectual property Tier 3
The IP practice at Wenger Vieli Ltd has particular strengths advising IP matters relating to ICT, digitalisation, AI, and blockchain, with a focus on start-ups. The team employs an interdisciplinary approach with special expertise in brand management and information privacy management. Claudia Keller heads the practice and has extensive experience in trade mark disputes.Practice head(s):
Claudia Keller
Testimonials
‘The team advise and represent clients on the protection, use, exploitation and defense of intellectual property rights (IP). The team is familiar in different industry sectors as e.g. sport and media. Only proven experts work in this team.’
‘Claudia Keller has many years of experience in her areas of expertise, with a particular focus on technology and data law. Here, she can draw on her interdisciplinary training in information privacy management and brand management. Claudia Keller is extremely committed to the needs of her clients, regardless of if they are large cooperations or startups.’
Key clients
IK Partners
Verium
MENU Technologies
CTsystems
Digitalswitzerland
Fox Williams
BLKB (Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank)| | | |
Crypto Valley Association
Electric Feel
Kontron
Beekeeper
Radicant
Creata
Inyova
Magazine zum Globus
Objkt
UltraSwiss
Pro Life
Refinum
Creoptix
Privatbank Bellerive
Work highlights
Switzerland > Private client Tier 3
Spearheaded by Bruno Bächli and Michael Huber, the private client team at Wenger Vieli Ltd handles a broad range of matters, including tax and estate planning, execution of wills, and inheritance contracts. The team is also skilled at litigation arising out of disputes of succession and divisions of the estate. Dominik Bürgy and Joël Doswald are noted for their experience advising on cross-border tax structuring.Practice head(s):
Bruno Bächli; Michael Huber
Other key lawyers:
Peter Altorfer; Dominik Bürgy; Joël Doswald
Testimonials
‘They are efficient and precise in their analysis.’
‘Michael Huber and his team are always reachable.’
‘The team stands out for the quality of its work as well as its reliability.’
Work highlights
Switzerland > Real estate and construction Tier 3
Wenger Vieli Ltd offers a broad range of advice in all phases of real estate and construction project development including transactions, administrative disputes and proceedings, development, planning, and commercial lease. The practice continues to develop its regulatory and technical knowledge in the construction and architecture fields. Practice head, Roman Heiz has extensive expertise in real estate transactions, including property purchase contracts and sale and lease backs. Sophia Hartwig, who represents clients in tenancy law and construction and real estate law, and Nadine Zanetti, who advises both domestic and international companies in private and public construction matters, both support the team.Practice head(s):
Roman Heiz
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘I can recommend the lawyers and the entire Wenger & Vieli team without reservation. Extremely competent and client-oriented!’
‘The extremely fast response time. Extremely extensive knowledge in various areas and extremely competent advice.’
‘Highly knowledgeable team with huge experience in real estate transactions and a very good network with market insights. ’
‘Roman Heiz has a huge experience in real estate transactions and advices clients in a pragmatic and very diligent manner. Every client can be happy to have him at his side in any transaction. ’
‘The firm is an expert in the subject matter and the contact persons know exactly what I need. ’
‘Very professional appearance – high qualification of employees – extensive knowledge and experience – adept negotiation and conversation skills – harmonious manners – high reliability – fast response time.’
‘Wenger Vieli offers a wide range of legal services, we receive very good advice in the areas of contract law in particular in the construction industry, building and planning law of the Canton of Basel City, M&A, neighbourhood agreements (claims for damages etc.), land register and notarial matters and tax issues.’
‘Roman Heiz (Partner) conducts and accompanies negotiations and talks in a solution- and goal-oriented manner. He succeeds in finding good, fair and quickly realisable solutions even in complex situations without having to enter into protracted legal disputes. Sophia Hartwig (Associate Construction and Real Estate Law Section) was able to develop a complete set of contracts for planners, consultants and construction companies that went far beyond the usual standard contracts and guided us unerringly in all questions of contract negotiation and implementation. Nadine Zanetti (Senior Associate) is quick, reliable and goal- and solution-oriented.’
Key clients
Beyond Gravity
InnHub La Punt
Signa
Central Group
RFR Development
Personalvorsorgestiftung der Ärzte und Tierärzte PAT-BVG (Pension Fund)
Magazine zum Globus
New Reinsurance Company (Neue Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft), an affiliate of Munich Re
Work highlights
- Advising Beyond Gravity on sale-and-lease-back of 37,500 m2 industry and development area.
- Advising InnHub La Punt on EUR 45m construction of 7,000 m2 collaboration and creativity campus.
- Advising and representing co-owners Signa and Central Group in the EUR 100m renovation of their Globus luxury department store in Basel.
Switzerland > Tax Tier 3
Wenger Vieli Ltd‘s team offers expertise across a broad range of corporate tax issues, with strength in VAT, tax litigation, and tax compliance matters. Team head Bruno Bächli advises individuals on wealth tax matters, and gift and inheritance tax in an international context. Corporate tax expert Dominik Bürgy has a special focus on cross-border issues. Clara Bodemann has extensive expertise in all VAT-related matters, while Patric Eggler focuses on succession planning and corporate structuring. Jonas Bühlmann specialises in national and international tax law.Practice head(s):
Bruno Bächli
Other key lawyers:
Dominik Bürgy; Clara Bodemann; Patric Eggler; Jonas Bühlmann
Testimonials
‘Very responsive, know-how lever high, engagement.’
‘The firm has a very good understanding and extensive experience in their respective specialisms. The team always endeavours to understand our individual needs and objectives and is proactive in addressing our specific concerns.’
‘Overall, it is the people we work with in this law firm who make the difference. Their outstanding qualities, their professionalism and their willingness to stand up for our interests have a considerable influence on our satisfaction and the trust we place in them.’
Key clients
Shareholders of Pacojet Group
Numarics
Cibus Enterprise Fund
Tofwerk
Shareholders of Cotta Collection
LatticeFlow
Shareholders of MENU Technologies
CTsystems
Inyova
Serpentine Ventures
Work highlights
- Advised shareholders of Pacojet Group on tax matters in sale to Groupe SEB.
- Advised Numarics on tax matters related to acquisition of a&o kreston.
- Advised Cibus Enterprise Fund on its investment in Ecorobotix.
Switzerland > Regulatory, compliance and investigations Tier 4
Recommended for its ‘profound understanding of the industry’s complex regulatory landscape’, Wenger Vieli Ltd utilises its interdisciplinary approach to assist clients with an extensive array of compliance and regulatory matters, as well as investigations. The practice frequently deploys its considerable knowledge in the financial services, energy, life sciences, and technology sectors. Co-lead Michael Mráz is vastly experienced in advising clients on criminal and investigative proceedings, while fellow co-lead Martin Peyer demonstrates prowess in financial sector related matters.Practice head(s):
Michael Mráz; Martin Peyer
Other key lawyers:
Daniel Weber
Testimonials
‘The team has consistently demonstrated a profound understanding of the industry’s complex regulatory landscape.’
‘What sets Daniel Weber apart is his dedication to delivering pragmatic solutions that align with the client objectives.’
Key clients
Serpentine Ventures
Nextech Invest
radicant
Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank
Private Bank IHAG Switzerland
neon
Inyova
Privatbank Bellerive
Danske Bank
BBVA (Switzerland)
Work highlights
- Advising Serpentine Ventures on ongoing compliance matters related to set-up of funds and marketing.
- Advising Nextech Invest on regulatory matters in connection with its FINMA license and on the launch of three new funds.
Wenger Vieli Ltd > Firm Profile
The firm: Wenger Vieli advises companies and individual clients on matters of domestic and international law and taxation. Our wealth of experience and expertise in all areas of commercial law allow us to deliver precisely what our clients need.
We are a member of Meritas, one of the largest international associations of independent law firms, and collaborate with WTS Global, a worldwide network of selected tax consultancy firms.
Although our offices in Zurich and Zug are deeply rooted in the heart of Europe, we operate internationally. Whether we are working with companies or individual clients in Switzerland or overseas, our team always speaks the right language.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Banks and financial services providers | Dr. Martin Peyer | m.peyer@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 53 |
Banks and financial services providers | Dr. Andreas Hünerwadel | a.huenerwadel@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 55 11 |
Capital Market and Listed Companies | Pascal Honold | p.honold@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 55 44 |
Competition | Dr. Michael Tschudin | m.tschudin@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 36 |
Compliance | Dr. Michael Mráz | m.mraz@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 18 |
Construction and Real Estate | Dr. Roman Heiz | r.heiz@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 55 12 |
Corporate and Commercial Law | Pascal Honold | p.honold@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 55 44 |
Data Protection | Claudia Keller | c.keller@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 15 |
Energy | Dr. Michael Tschudin | m.tschudin@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 36 |
Financing | Dr. Andreas Hünerwadel | a.huenerwadel@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 55 11 |
Fintech | Dr. Martin Peyer | m.peyer@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 53 |
Funds & Asset Management | Dr. Martin Peyer | m.peyer@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 53 |
Insurance | Dr. Nicolas Bracher | n.bracher@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 23 |
Intellectual Property Law | Claudia Keller | c.keller@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 15 |
Internal and Regulatory Investigations | Dr. Michael Mráz | m.mraz@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 18 |
Labour and Employment Law | Stefan Müller | st.mueller@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 55 89 |
Litigation and Arbitration | Dr. Nicolas Bracher | n.bracher@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 23 |
Mergers and Acquisitions | Marc Walter | m.walter@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 58 |
Mergers and Acquisitions | Dr. Martin Berweger | m.berweger@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 55 92 |
Migration | Stefan Müller | st.mueller@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 55 89 |
Notarial Services | Stefan Müller | st.mueller@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 55 89 |
Pharma and Health Care | Dr. Frank Scherrer | f.scherrer@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 22 |
Private Clients and Estate Planning | Dr. Michael Huber | m.huber@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 55 33 |
Private Clients and Estate Planning | Bruno Bächli | b.baechli@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 01 |
Private Equity | Dr. Michael Baier | m.baier@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 55 73 |
Public Procurement | Dr. Michael Tschudin | m.tschudin@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 36 |
Restructuring and insolvency | Georg Zondler | g.zondler@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 55 55 |
Restructuring and insolvency | Pascal Honold | p.honold@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 55 44 |
Taxation | Bruno Bächli | b.baechli@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 01 |
Technology and Media | Claudia Keller | c.keller@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 15 |
Venture Capital | Dr. Michael Baier | m.baier@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 55 73 |
White Collar Crime | Dr. Michael Mráz | m.mraz@wengervieli.ch | +41 58 958 53 18 |
Meet The Team(s)
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Lawyer Profiles
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Ms Blerina Ahmeti | Blerina Ahmeti works as a lawyer in the private clients and estate… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Peter Altorfer | After pursuing a career at a Swiss universal bank, Peter Altorfer decided… | View Profile | |
Mr Bruno Bächli | Bruno Bächli mainly advises individuals on tax issues. In addition to the usual… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Michael Baier | Michael Baier is Partner and a passionate venture capital and start-up lawyer.… | View Profile | |
Mr Orlando Battaglia | Orlando Battaglia advises financial market participants on legal and regulatory issues, compliance… | View Profile | |
Mr Loris Baumgartner | Loris Baumgartner initially gained valuable practical experience as a trainee lawyer at… | View Profile | |
Mr Martin Berweger | Position: Partner; As a lawyer, notary, and economist, Martin Berweger has extensive… | View Profile | |
Ms Clara Bodemann | Clara Bodemann practices in the areas of national and international tax law… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Marcel Boller | Position: Counsel; Marcel Boller mainly advises on pharmaceutical and health issues, data… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Nicolas Bracher | Nicolas Bracher works as a lawyer both advising and litigating for companies… | View Profile | |
Ms Barbara Brauchli Rohrer | Position: Partner; Barbara Brauchli Rohrer mainly advises on company acquisitions and mergers,… | View Profile | |
Mr David Brusa | David Brusa is a certified tax expert. He is responsible for advising… | View Profile | |
Mr Jonas Bühlmann | Jonas Bühlmann specializes in national and international tax law. He advises in… | View Profile | |
Mr Dominik Bürgy | Dominik Bürgy specializes in national and international tax law. His focus is… | View Profile | |
Ms Patrizia Castellazzi | Patrizia Castellazzi specializes in the areas of inheritance law and estate planning.… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Marco Cereghetti | Marco Cereghetti is an experienced litigator who is active before state courts,… | View Profile | |
Ms Andrea Christen | Andrea Christen’s practice focuses on notarial services, commercial and corporate law, and… | View Profile | |
Mr Joël Doswald | Joël Doswald counsels family-owned businesses along with the individuals involved in national… | View Profile | |
Prof Dr iur Lorenz Droese | Lorenz Droese is a professor of civil proceedings and the Swiss Code… | View Profile | |
Mr Patric Eggler | Patric Eggler mainly advises private individuals, entrepreneurs, and medium-sized companies. He is… | View Profile | |
Ms Désirée Egli | Désirée Egli was able to apply and continually expand her theoretical knowledge… | View Profile | |
Ms Melanie Fischer | Melanie Fischer advises and litigates primarily in the areas of labor and… | View Profile | |
Mr Cedric Fischer | Cedric Fischer’s practice focuses on M&A, private equity, start-ups/venture capital, crypto/blockchain, and… | View Profile | |
Mr Andrea Frey | Already as a junior lawyer at Wenger Vieli, Andrea Frey gained practical… | View Profile | |
Ms Nathalie Germann | Nathalie Germann has been working as a lawyer at Wenger Vieli since… | View Profile | |
Ms Lia Görtzen | Before she joined Wenger Vieli, Lia Görtzen worked at a single-family office… | View Profile | |
Mr Lukas Groth | Lukas Groth has been admitted to the bar since 2022 and practices… | View Profile | |
Ms Nadine Grüter | Nadine Grüter advises and represents national and international companies and individuals in… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Peter Hafner | Peter Hafner specializes in leading civil litigation in commercial and economic law… | View Profile | |
Ms Sara Hampel | Sara Hampel works in the Inheritance Law Team, representing and advising clients… | View Profile | |
Ms Sophia Hartwig | Sophia Hartwig works in the Construction and Real Estate Law Team and… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Roman Heiz | Roman Heiz is a partner at Wenger Vieli and Head of the… | View Profile | |
Ms Ines Holderegger | Ines Holderegger works primarily in the areas of pharmaceutical and health law,… | View Profile | |
Mr Pascal Honold | Thanks to his long-standing experience, Pascal Honold has extensive expertise in the… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Michael Huber | Michael Huber advises as a certified specialist of the Swiss Bar Association… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Andreas Hünerwadel | Andreas Hünerwadel works in contract and banking law, as well as in… | View Profile | |
Ms Michèle Joho-Menotti | As a lawyer and notary, Michèle Joho-Menotti has extensive expertise in the… | View Profile | |
Ms Claudia Keller | Claudia Keller has many years of experience in her areas of expertise,… | View Profile | |
Mr Patrick Kern | Patrick Kern’s practice focuses on corporate and commercial law, M&A, contract law… | View Profile | |
Ms Angelika Kremer | Angelika Kremer has been working at Wenger Vieli since she was admitted… | View Profile | |
Ms Zarah Kronbach | Zarah Kronbach was admitted to the bar in 2021 and primarily practices… | View Profile | |
Mr Remo Kündig | Before joining Wenger Vieli in 2021, Remo Kündig worked for two years… | View Profile | |
Mr Niklaus Kunz | Niklaus Kunz works primarily in the areas of law with respect to… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Urs Landolf | Urs Landolf specializes in national and cross-border tax advice for companies and… | View Profile | |
Mr Enea Laube | Since his admission to the bar in 2021, Enea Laube has been… | View Profile | |
Mr Philipp Lindenmayer | Philipp Lindenmayer conducts national and international litigation before state courts and arbitral… | View Profile | |
Mr Yannic Lütolf | Yannic Lütolf works primarily in the areas of construction and real estate… | View Profile | |
Mr Bruno Mahler | Bruno Mahler is primarily active in contract, corporate, and commercial law. He assists… | View Profile | |
Ms Dominique Mattmann | Dominique Mattmann works mainly in the areas of corporate and commercial law,… | View Profile | |
Ms Tatjana Merz | Tatjana Merz works mainly in the areas of inheritance law and estate… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Michael Mráz | Michael Mráz deals with white-collar crime, international judicial and mutual administrative assistance… | View Profile | |
Mr Stefan Müller | Stefan Müller works primarily in the areas of labor and employment law,… | View Profile | |
Ms Fabienne Nufer | Fabienne Nufer, in her capacity as an attorney at law and a… | View Profile | |
Ms Elisha Odenheimer | Elisha Odenheimer primarily operates in the areas of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A),… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Daniel P Oehri | Daniel P. Oehri practices in the areas of private equity, M&A, insolvency… | View Profile | |
Ms Una Paunovic | Una Paunovic represents and advises individuals and corporations in proceedings before courts… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Martin Peyer | Martin Peyer’s practice focuses on banking, insurance, financial markets and general corporate… | View Profile | |
Mr Dario Picecchi | Dario Picecchi’s main areas of practice are constitutional and administrative law. He… | View Profile | |
Mr Valerio Preisig | Valerio Preisig specializes in litigation for complex national and international disputes before… | View Profile | |
Mr Dominik Rietiker | As a member of the Transactions practice group, Dominik Rietiker is primarily… | View Profile | |
Ms Dominique Roos | Dominique Roos mainly practices in the areas of pharmaceutical and health law,… | View Profile | |
Kianoush Sadeghi | Kianoush Sadeghi has already gained practical experience when working at Wenger Vieli… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Frank Scherrer | Frank Scherrer practices mainly in the pharmaceutical and health law fields. Further… | View Profile | |
Mr Frank Schmid | Frank Schmid is an associate at Wenger Vieli and specializes in national… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Christoph Schmid | Christoph Schmid specializes in corporate and contract law as well as inheritance… | View Profile | |
Mr Joel Schmidt | Joel Schmidt is primarily active in the areas of M&A, Venture Capital,… | View Profile | |
Pascal Schmuckli | During his business studies in St. Gallen, Pascal Schmuckli worked as a… | View Profile | |
Ms Cindy Schnider | Cindy Schnider works in the field of VAT (Value Added Tax) consulting… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Beat Speck | Beat Speck works mainly in the M&A, venture capital, private equity und… | View Profile | |
Ms Manuela Staudenmann | Manuela Staudenmann primarily works in the field of litigation, dealing with complex… | View Profile | |
Ms Meltem Steudler | Meltem Steudler practices mainly in the fields of financial services and litigation,… | View Profile | |
Ms Meltem Steudler | Meltem Steudler practices mainly in the fields of financial services and litigation,… | View Profile | |
Mr Mark P. Stocker | Mark P. Stocker’s practice focuses on labor and employment law, immigration law… | View Profile | |
Ms Sabine Taxer | Sabine Taxer works primarily in the areas of labor and employment law,… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Michael Tschudin | Michael Tschudin primarily works in the areas of Swiss and European competition… | View Profile | |
Mr Kevin Vangehr | Kevin Vangehr practices in the areas of M&A, venture capital and private… | View Profile | |
Ms Bignia Vieli | Bignia Vieli works mainly in banking and stock exchange law as well… | View Profile | |
Ms Alessa Waibel | Alessa Waibel practices mainly in the areas of corporate and commercial law,… | View Profile | |
Mr Marc Walter | Marc Walter practices in the areas of M&A, venture capital and private… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Beat Walti | Beat Walti advises primarily in the areas of corporate takeovers, acquisitions and… | View Profile | |
Mr Daniel S. Weber | Daniel S. Weber works mainly in the areas of banking and financial… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Christian Wenger | Christian Wenger specializes in commercial and business law with focus on private… | View Profile | |
Ms Michelle Wiki | Michelle Wiki is primarily active in the areas of private equity, M&A,… | View Profile | |
Ms Janica Wyss | Janica Wyss’ practice focuses on corporate and commercial law, contract law, and… | View Profile | |
Ms Nadine Zanetti | Nadine Zanetti mainly practices in the areas of construction and real estate… | View Profile | |
Mr Georg Zondler | Georg Zondler is regularly entrusted with litigation before state courts and arbitration… | View Profile | |
Dr iur Wolfgang Zürcher | Wolfgang Zürcher specializes in venture capital, private equity, corporate acquisitions and capital… | View Profile |
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