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Walder Wyss Ltd.’s insolvency and restructuring team was involved in a number of recent prominent bankruptcy and creditors’ composition proceedings in Switzerland, in particular those involving cross-border aspects. The team also stands out for its work in financial restructurings and corporate rescues (including mass dismissals). Notable individual Urs Schenker is very experienced in the areas of restructuring, financing, capital markets, M&As and company law. Mark Reutter advises a range of clients on restructuring, insolvency, and bankruptcy matters. Dieter Hofmann stands out for his expertise in international disputes, and Dominik Hohler assists companies with their restructurings and financings.

While demonstrating considerable strengths in relation to construction and equipment engineering disputes, ‘top international service’ firm Walder Wyss Ltd. is also highly adept at managing complex private client, trust, and pharmaceutical-related disputes. Dieter Hofmann spearheads the practice, primarily focusing on construction, joint venture, and post-M&A disputes, while Micha Bühler is regularly engaged by clients for assistance with institutional proceedings and ad hoc arbitrations. Michael Feit‘s expertise extends across pharmaceuticals, telecoms, and renewable energy disputes, and Andrea Meier is well-positioned to advise on industrial and infrastructure projects. Another name to note in the practice is Diana Akikol, who employs her experience in post-M&A disputes and sizeable construction projects.

Spearheaded by Dieter Hofmann, the ‘pragmatic and business focused’ team at Walder Wyss Ltd. operates for a panoply of clients in relation to white-collar crime issues, as well as the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments and arbitral awards. Hofmann is particularly well-versed in the remits of construction, joint ventures, shareholders, and post M&A disputes, whereas Micha Bühler is regarded for his knowledge in construction, distribution, and asset recovery issues, amongst others. Maurice Courvoisier demonstrates prowess in a range of engineering and construction litigation, and Rodolphe Gautier bolsters the firm’s white-collar capabilities. Andrea Meier is well-positioned to advise on disputes arising from large-scale projects.