Wenger Vieli Ltd

Competition

Frank Scherrer

Frank Scherrer works primarily in the pharmaceutical and health sector. He mainly advises and represents pharmaceutical companies with regard to drug approvals, permits, reimbursements, advertising and sales, the drafting of all types of contracts, data protection and product liability. Further areas of specialization include antitrust and competition law, labor law, and data law. He also advises clients on questions relating to medical devices and human research. He represents his clients in contract negotiations, as well as in official and judicial proceedings. He heads the Life Sciences Team at Wenger Vieli. “Contributing to the development of new therapies and solutions in the life sciences by means of targeted advice is what motivates me. I particularly value the independence and diverse challenges characteristic of our work.”

Beat Walti

Beat Walti primarily advises his clients on matters of commercial and corporate law and governance issues, drawing on his broad practical experience, including as an active board member and trustee. Thanks to his seat in the Swiss Parliament, he has a thorough knowledge of regulatory developments. “The law provides a secure framework for personal development and entrepreneurship. The evolution of the law reflects social and economic dynamics both within Switzerland and at a global level – I consider it a privilege to be able to engage with it on a number of different fronts.”

Janica Wyss

Janica Wyss' practice focuses on corporate and commercial law, contract law, and M&A. “As an attorney, my goal is to always find the best possible solutions and to meet challenges with curiosity and commitment. The multifaceted nature of this profession fascinates me. In addition to my professional activities, I love to cook for my friends and family or enjoy traveling to foreign countries.“

Michael Tschudin

Michael Tschudin works primarily in the areas of Swiss and European competition law and public business law, as well as M&A. He heads the ICT/IP/Competition Law Team at Wenger Vieli. Since 2021, he has been a board member of the Digital Switzerland Foundation. “I’m a technological optimist. I believe in the people around me and am curious about new projects. As a business lawyer, I gain access to exciting organizations that I work energetically to support.”

Matthias Langenegger

Matthias Langenegger primarily works in the field of technology, media, and data law. Thanks to his extensive experience in international internet regulation, he possesses a versatile and practically-oriented expertise in the tech policy area. “I have always been fascinated by how technology shapes society. As a technology lawyer, you experience this evolution up close, which makes the job incredibly appealing. Privately, I also live in a dynamic environment: together with my partner, I take care of three wonderfully lively children.“

Team Services

We advise our clients on issues of UWG (Swiss competition law) and antitrust law and represent them before the Swiss Competition Commission COMCO as well as before the courts and administrative authorities.

Our expertise covers in particular the following activities:

- Defending complex cases against the authorities taking into account prevailing market conditions
- Providing general advice, assessments and legal opinions on all aspects of competition law to companies and industry associations, including
advertising law aspects
- Support in contract negotiations as well as contract review with regard to possible antitrust violations in transaction agreements(exclusive
or selective) distribution agreements, research and development agreements, franchise and licensing agreements, etc.
- Strategic sourcing of suppliers using antitrust instruments
- Advice and support for reporting mergers to COMCO, including preparing the relevant data and ensuring the necessary contacts
- Representation of companies in court cases involving competition and antitrust aspects
- Enforcement of rights through civil courts (including follow-on actions for damages)
- Implementation of antitrust compliance programs for companies and industry associations