Niederer Kraft Frey is pleased to announce a further significant expansion of its Real Estate practice with the joining of Charles Gschwind as a new partner in Geneva.

Charles is a highly experienced Real Estate and M&A lawyer with a strong focus on complex transactions. He advises domestic and international clients on high-profile asset and portfolio deals, sophisticated development projects, landmark hotel transactions and the acquisition of real estate companies, as well as on the structuring and financing of large real estate portfolios. His expertise also covers key regulatory and administrative matters, in particular Lex Koller and environmental law, alongside corporate, commercial and contract law as well as tenancy matters. He further represents clients in challenging (pre-)litigation matters across the real estate sector.

Andreas F. Vögeli, head of NKF’s Real Estate team, explains: “With Charles joining us as a new partner, we further strengthen our Real Estate practice, particularly in French-speaking Switzerland. His strong transactional expertise and excellent market reputation make him a perfect fit for our team. We very much look forward to working with him.”

Charles Gschwind states: “I am delighted to join NKF and its leading Real Estate team. NKF stands for excellence, collaboration and innovation, and I am very excited to contribute my experience to further expand the practice and deliver outstanding advice and services to our clients.”

About NKF

Niederer Kraft Frey is a leading Swiss full service law firm with offices in Zurich and Geneva, offering a full range of legal services with an international perspective. NKF works closely with clients to achieve strategic objectives, foster business growth, and navigate complex challenges. The firm is led by 52 partners and employs 220 professionals, including 140 lawyers.