Mr Daniel Schafer > Lenz & Staehelin > Geneva, Switzerland > Lawyer Profile

Lenz & Staehelin‘s full-service practice provides comprehensive tax support for both corporations and individuals, covering all aspects of contentious and non-contentious tax. The firm is particularly strong in international tax law, regularly helping clients navigate complex issues regarding double taxation and transfer pricing. Geneva practice head Jean-Blaise Eckert advises multinational companies and private clients, and has extensive knowledge of inheritance law. National and international tax planning expert Pascal Hinny heads the Zurich team. Daniel Schafer has a special focus on corporate tax, including M&A and private equity. Heini Rüdisühli‘s main work is centred around tax planning for private individuals, while Frédéric Neukomm focuses on company tax matters. Floran Ponce advises clients on the management of tax affairs and controversies before Swiss tax authorities.

Hailed as ‘one of the great law firms of Switzerland’, Lenz & Staehelin handles a wide range of matters for private clients such as investment portfolios, distressed assets, estate planning, artwork, and trusts. The team is co-led by Lucien Masmejan and Heini Rüdisühli. With his extensive experience advising on tax-related matters, Daniel Schafer is an excellent source of advice within the team. Further key members of the practice include Mark Barmes, Alexander Greter, and Géraldine Auberson. In particular, Barmes is noted for his expertise assisting both local and international clients with wealth planning.