‘Compared to other legal firms CMS partners and associates have extensive knowledge in the area of distributed ledgers, tokenisation, especially in the context of global capital markets. The team was especially innovative when it came to our articles of association that now allow our company to issue intermediated and tokenised securities at the same time.’

‘Specialised in the field of insurance law and jurisdiction/case law – many years of experience especially in the area of financial lines insurance products and insurance policies and its scope of coverage and range of exclusions – focus on corporate clients/business and multinational corporate insurance programs – knowledge of the insurance market developments and its recent trends – specialised knowledge in handling of complex financial losses with a focus on damages to banks and financial institutions with liability issues.’

‘Dirk Spacek’s approach was very good and he was able to explain many points to us so that we have a solid contractual basis with our customers. Comments and additions he has always taken professionally.’

‘The collaboration was excellent. Dirk Spacek essentially became a member of our team providing tactical and strategic guidance as well as legal opinion.’

‘Tobias Somary is an excellent lawyer who always looks for practical solutions in the best interest of his clients.’

‘Wide variety of experts across all the legal fields. Huge connections around the globe within the CMS Network. Extraordinary understanding of the blockchain technology and crypto-assets.’

‘Jodok Wicki combines his massive experience in the legal profession with an extraordinary understanding of all the different legal and technical aspects of the blockchain technology and crypto-assets. This very often allowed us to spot things, which we were not even aware of.’

‘Tina Balzli is one of the most renowned legal experts in the field in Switzerland, and she brings to Fintech a lot of knowledge from the banking/regulatory field.’

‘One of Kellerhals Carrard’s unique strengths is that they combine specialist Dispute Resolution and white collar/internal investigation experience with extensive international business and crisis management experience. The understanding of the needs of inhouse counsels is extremely high in Kellerhals. Also definitely worth mentioning is the profound litigation experience of Pascal Grolimund and Olivier Mosimann, who are extremely experienced and very strong in this area.’

‘Rare combination of business experience and Litigation/Investigation Expertise: Claudia Götz Staehelin possesses the – for external counsels – rare combination of business experience and significant company insights gained as Head of Litigation at Novartis and broad and long-term dispute resolution expertise. The same applies to Oliver Brupbacher, who has also previously worked in the Group Legal Department of Novartis as Senior Litigation Counsel. Claudia is an expert in dispute resolution in domestic and cross-border matters and has also extensive experience in handling large internal investigations in an international context. Oliver has a very profound knowledge in large-scale civil litigations. Also definitely worth mentioning is the profound litigation experience of Pascal Grolimund and Olivier Mosimann, who are extremely experienced and very strong in this area. Familiar with needs of clients: Due to their own in-house experience, Claudia and Oliver are particular familiar with the needs of clients (including the need to understand the business/how large organizations work, need to always deliver legally-excellent, but also for the business usable advice) as well as with the internal processes of internationally operating companies.’

‘Very professional law firm with responsive and competent lawyers.’

‘Fabrizio Gabrielli has a broad experience in handling all kinds of business situations, mainly in the areas of company law and construction law as well as in the field of commercial litigation.’

‘The KC team is pragmatic, solution-oriented, entrepreneurial and efficient. They take new roads and find innovative solutions. They have known our business and our culture for years and therefore really provide value for the money. They offer high personal commitment and partner attention. Very project oriented, holistic and less in silos. They follow an “embedded lawyers” concept in which one or several specialists dedicates his time for the project or the case only and is ready to be on site when needed. They use technology tools (such as data processing in DD) in a smart way, i.e. we as the clients don’t see it; but we benefit with respect to efficiency and billing.’

‘Beat Brechbühl is an efficient, smart and tough negotiator. Ines Pöschel is thorough and excellent specialist in say on pay and governance. Daniel Emch, head of merger and antitrust team is great to work with, knowledgeable, experienced and always with sort of humour; he and his team has been working for us a long time and they never lost a case. Marco Balmelli combines the strengths of the professions of notary public, lawyer and entrepreneur. Claudia Götz has significant international experience as former Head Litigation of Novartis and an intimate understanding of the industry and of corporate clients’ needs – Her strategic and technical skills allow her to handle some of the most complex and challenging cases. Nicolas Mosimann is one of the IP leaders and is very nice to work with. Daniel Staehelin is one of the leading bankruptcy lawyers in Switzerland. Prof. Isabelle Romy joined KC recently and she strengthens the sustainability aspect (ESG).’

‘Wenger Vieli is one of the leading Swiss law firms with an international focus. The team consists of outstanding experts who are supported by highly talented and ambitious young professionals. The Wenger and Vieli team always communicates promptly and with Swiss accuracy with their clients. The team is always looking for tailor-made solutions for the clients. Litigation is strictly success-oriented and relentless.’

‘Highly professional in midcap sector, very experienced lawyers with strong networks.’

‘The team is capable of going to the detail, while understanding the whole issue.’

‘Highly knowledgeable. Extremely customer oriented. Excellent balance of precision and pragmatism.’

‘Highly knowledgeable. Deliver excellent quality work. Extremely customer oriented. Excellent balance of precision and pragmatism. Excellent work ethics. Use networks for the interest of the client. We have worked with Christoph Gasser, among others.’

‘BianchiSchwald LLC consults and supports us in regard to various legal questions. Thanks to the excellent knowledge and expertise in the field of commercial, criminal and corporate law, BianchiSchwald LLC was able to develop creative and efficient solutions in order to protect our interests at all times. BianchiSchwald LLC was able to perfectly take into account the specifications a public administration acting at the interface between public and private law is faced with.’

‘Thomas Schmid is distinguished by his deal-making abilities, his very sound commercial understanding and exceptional ability to swiftly apprehend the core of the matter in question. He is also able to point out possible risks and dangers and thus contribute to realistic and feasible solutions in order to protect our interest in the best and most efficient way possible.’

‘Broad and complete spectrum of areas of law. High reactivity, quality of work.’

‘Marc Metzger and Stefan Scherrer are characterized by a high level of competence and are available with their support practically around the clock (especially on weekends).’

‘The firm is well known for its vast experience in its fields of business, they are very much familiar with the real estate market, the health clinic market as well as the M&A market. BianchiSchwald has in-depth knowledge and a broad team. The firm’s partners and associates are very skilled in their fields of business and are highly committed. They are extremely responsive and flexible, very knowledgeable and accurate. They are great to have on your side.’