Homburger > Zurich, Switzerland > Firm Profile

‘The team has dealt with various complex topics (e.g. contract issues and negotiations with third parties, regulatory issues, issuance of various financial products). The team handled them very well and to our fullest satisfaction.’

‘Fast response times and answers, straightforward dealings, solution-oriented and with a forward-looking view. The team is very well coordinated internally. ’

‘I find Claude Lambert very responsive. He is a highly experienced lawyer and delivers solution focused advice specific to our business. He has a very good manner and approach with clients. I would highly recommend Claude as an expert in corporate governance, AGM practices, advising Boards and senior executive management.’

‘Claude Lambert’s spoken and written English is perfect which is extremely helpful when dealing with English speaking client. He delivers top class legal advice that is also practical. ’

‘Very good reputation in the market (they are the best in this field), strong recommendations, very good response times, meet quotes/budgets. Also very good value for money compared to other firms.’

‘They are experts in their field, they always have fast response times and answers as well as straightforward dealings. The team is solution-oriented and with a forward-looking view.’

‘Homburger supports us with a diverse team of hard-working subject matter experts, covering the whole range of capital markets (equity, debt, M&A). They are practical and pragmatic, and also clearly articulate the sometimes exotic Swiss law provisions. They come up with creative and compliant solutions.’

‘They are smart, creative, pragmatic, responsive and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Accurate, excellent co-operation, large track and relevant track record.’

‘An extremely reliable and highly committed team’

‘What impresses me most is their collaborative attitude.’

‘I am constantly pleased with Karin Mattle and her performance.’

‘A very knowledgeable and highly responsive team. All answers and solutions are straight to the point.’

‘Very responsive, knowledgeable and experienced in complex cases.’

‘The Homburger commercial, corporate and M&A team is very skilled, professional and reliable. They always deliver high-end quality even under extreme time pressure and despite ambiguities.’

‘Daniel Hasler and his team delivers extremely high-quality work. Daniel is a very seasoned professional who always knows what his clients need.’

‘Homburger’s professionalism, quick responses, and thorough and accurate work have led us to retain them for all of our Swiss transactions.’

‘They are smart, creative, pragmatic, responsive and a pleasure to work with. I truly feel that they understand how important these issues are for us a company, and they care about them as much as I do.’

‘Franz Hoffett is a consummate professional and an expert in his field. He quickly came up to speed on our matter and delivered reliable advice.’

‘Very strong all-round skill set. Very user friendly.’

‘Homburger has a strong and experienced antitrust practice in Switzerland.’

‘Marcel Dietrich is extremely experienced and has a good and also very pragmatic sense for defining the legal strategy and tactics and knows the antitrust authority very well. He is very sensitive to client needs.’

‘Richard Stäuber is highly regarded – he is on top of legal developments and very committed.’

‘Homburger have the leading data privacy and cyber practice in Switzerland. They are my go-to firm.’

‘Luca Dal Molin is the standout for me. He is technically excellent and a pleasure to work with. Stanford educated Dal Molin is one of the leading privacy lawyers in Europe.’

‘Balz Gross leads a truly international team of talented disputes lawyers, with backgrounds from UK, US and of course Switzerland. Well versed in dealing with large complex international disputes, Homburger have been involved in a number of the largest international arbitrations and litigations of the last 20 years.’

‘Balz Gross is a stand-out leader in his field, having advised numerous large corporations and high net worth individuals in “bet the company” cases.’

‘The team is extraordinarily qualified with a broad understanding of the biotech and pharmaceutical industry. Their competence to come up with strategies and convincing arguments and speed in “digesting” complex matters makes them a perfect partner to achieve excellent results in a minimum of time.’

‘They are personally engaged and don’t treat clients as a number.’

‘I have experienced the services rendered to be highly professional with a quick turnaround of documents and good original thinking.’

‘The Homburger team comprises Switzerland’s foremost legal experts in dispute resolution and arbitration. The team members possess a unique blend of academic excellence, having graduated from renowned universities, and practical expertise gained from handling high-profile cases. With a substantial team size, Homburger stands ready to address the clients’ and co-counsel’s inquiries around the clock, ensuring a responsive and effective service.’

‘At Homburger, the legal experts adopt an innovative approach to each case, carefully considering all conceivable scenarios, risks, and solutions. They place the client’s requirements at the forefront, crafting their legal expertise to align seamlessly with these needs. With a wealth of experience, they possess an intimate knowledge of the local legal and business environment, enabling them to navigate it with precision and expertise.’

‘Homburger is a top tier arbitration firm. They work seamlessly as a team with their corporate colleagues and have a profound understanding of all corporate and M&A matters which can make all the difference when litigating these type of disputes.’

‘Gabrielle Nater-Bass is extremely competent and responsive, a thing which makes the difference. Her analytical skills are second to none.’

‘I view Homburger as the go-to business law firm in Zurich. They have a very bright, astute team of lawyers with stellar credentials.’

‘Balz Gross is very impressive, well known and well connected. Felix Dasser brings strong academic credentials and incisive thinking to his matters.’

‘Homburger are excellent across the board and provide a full service experience where we can feel that they are part of the broader team. They are committed to the workflows they are involved with and I can always count on them to jump on matters and not drop the ball. I’ve always been impressed by how seamless the transition is between different team members.’

‘In high stakes matters, I know we can count on Balz Gross to quickly process all the necessary information and have an initial opinion. That opinion is always followed up by thoughtful and rigorous analysis on which we can count on. In the context of stressful cross-border litigation, Balz is a professional, diligent and reliable partner on which the company can rely.’

‘The team is composed of highly skilled professionals, each in his respective field of expertise.’

‘Availability, responsiveness, broad spectrum and diligence.’

‘Homburger has an exceptionally strong litigation team, comprised of very talented partners and associates. They display top-notch professionalism and service. In the most complex litigations their clients enjoy Homburger’s knowledge, sophistication and experience.’

‘Experts in their field, but also very responsive and commercial.’

‘Balz Gross is our go-to person. A fantastic lawyer who is great with clients.’

‘The team gives comprehensive background information, but also provides practical guidance and recommendations.’

‘Homburger provides outstanding legal services. Excellent expertise, combined with pragmatism, experience and insights.’

‘Strong-minded and strategic, Claude Lambert is extremely knowledgeable, responsive, and practical.’

‘The team is highly skilled, very accessible with the exceptional way of extracting practical, usable advice from complicated legal rules. A great team with exceptional people professionally and personally.’

‘They are very competent and deliver great work, always on time.’

‘Balz Gross is not only highly knowledgeable and a quick thinker, but also always available. He is down to earth and working with him is a pleasure.’

‘The pre-eminent Swiss law firm with excellence in all practice areas at all levels of the firm.’

‘Andri Hess is excellent in patent litigation. His analysis and careful preparation and ability to grasp complex technologies was very helpful in achieving a complete win for us.’

‘Homburger offers a small and agile patent litigation team to deal with life science disputes. The advice is comprehensive and fast.’

‘Andri Hess is a prominent character in the Swiss patent landscape. His advice is concise and based on reflections capturing multiple potential scenarios. He is striving to be at least one step ahead.’

‘Gregor Bühler is highly analytical, clear and comprehensive communication, offering strategic options. Overall, a very pleasant and success-oriented cooperation.’

‘The team is recommended for its efficiency, drafting ability and industry know-how.’

‘Honest, easy to reach and to communicate with. Great understanding of the industry and efficient.’

‘Homburger’s regulatory, compliance and investigations practice is a very skilled team of professionals. They always provide advice that is both, to the point and taking into account all relevant circumstances.’

‘Claudio Bazzani is a very reliable and skilled lawyer.’

Claudio Bazzani always provides tactically smart advice that helps client to feel comfortable.’

‘Very well organized, always sharp and up to speed.’

‘The team gives its clients the comfort of being ahead of the game.’

‘The outstanding level of responsiveness is noted; they are very reliable and committed to deadlines.’

‘Stefan Oesterhelt is creative, and comes up with solid solutions, and is a very nice guy.’

‘Excellent and quick assessment of complex situations, sharp thinking, depending on the situation, right mix between going into details where necessary and being pragmatic whenever possible.’

‘Homburger’s tax team definitely stands out. They offer a distinctive approach tailored to each client’s specific needs, ensuring personalized solutions. They consistently deliver creative and forward-thinking solutions, staying at the forefront of trends and international regulatory and tax developments.’

‘Laetitia Fracheboud’s attention to detail, diligence, and proactive approach has been instrumental in ensuring the success of our engagements.’

‘Stefan Oesterhelt proves again and again that he is THE Swiss tax expert for financial transactions.’

‘The network of the team is excellent. The proposed solutions are excellent.’

‘Stefan Oesterheld and Reto Heuberger have an excellent network in tax. The proposed solution for the restructuring was innovative and realistic. I would choose them again without hesitation. They have my trust.’

‘We work mainly with Stefan Oesterhelt who is by far the most knowledgeable and experienced expert in his field of practice. We are also always impressed by his ability to understand client needs and implement them in a pragmatic but still risk-averse manner.’

‘The Homburger Fintech practice has consistently showcased a unique combination of deep sector knowledge, cutting-edge technological understanding, and adaptive solutions. Potential clients would certainly appreciate the team’s forward-thinking approach that seamlessly blends traditional legal expertise with the nuances of the evolving Fintech landscape.’

‘Homburger stands out due to its collaborative culture. The practice prioritises communication and works closely with clients to ensure a bespoke service.’

‘Innovatively, Homburger has introduced a transparent billing structure that aligns with the fast-paced, results-oriented demands of the Fintech sector. Their dedication to diversity brings a wealth of perspectives to each project, ensuring comprehensive solutions.’

‘Their utilisation of advanced legal tech tools, as well as their openness to cross-industry collaboration, sets them apart in an increasingly complex field.’

‘Great team: fantastic knowledge with a deep understanding of the market.’

‘Daniel Haeberli is an expert in this field with deep knowledge of the legal system that drives innovation.’

‘The partners and associates are remarkable. They have consistently demonstrated outstanding qualities such as innovation, teamwork, and an unyielding drive to achieve results.’

‘The team has extensive knowledge on international law. They are fast, responsive, and detail oriented.’

‘Gabrielle Nater-Bass always follows up with the developments and available whenever needed. She is quick to act and has excellent communication skills.’ 

‘The quality of the team is truly impressive.’

‘Homburger is one of the top firms in Switzerland when it comes to multi-jurisdictional advice to very demanding private clients.’

‘Claudia Suter is the go-to lawyer when it comes to cross-border advice to private clients. She is very experienced and also very committed and empathetic.’

‘They are the best private clients practice in Switzerland. They have a unique combination of legal skills and business minded approach.’

‘The team is sensible, practical, and client focused.’

‘The Homburger TMT team is outstanding. They are my go-to advisors for anything relating to IT contracts or outsourcing matters.’

‘Luca dal Molin is my go-to Swiss lawyer. He is always available and a pleasure to work with. He is no-nonsense and helps me get deals over the line. For technical contracts, he stands above competitors in the Swiss market.’

‘Georg Rauber combines legal expertise with strategic farsightedness and the ability to effectively manage a high-performing team.’

‘The team’s strength is their ability to quickly deep dive into the topic by gathering all the relevant information. Supported by a State-of-the-art infrastructure that makes the exchange easy. The availability of all team members was more than satisfying. The task allocation within the team was great.’

‘Profound knowledge of and expertise on the law, but also of the business, very business-oriented approach, always looking for constructive solutions. Extremely responsive, not afraid of making the last mile, just top notch.’

‘It certainly feels like having a partner when Homburger’s team works with us. They are ready to engage in all sorts of matters and provide valuable advice around the clock. Their performance is superb, and they deliver an optimum work product.’

‘Gregor Bühler is a tremendous leader. He knows how to put forward a solid team to cover all aspects of a deal.’

‘I am very satisfied with the services rendered by Homburger. Georg Rauber is proactively guiding the Homburger team working for us and is providing excellent strategic advice.’

‘Top team with local knowledge. Very good sync between partners and associates. Quick turnaround time for answers.’

‘Top knowledge of local specifics. Always open for discussion and questions.’

‘Fast, knowledgeable, pleasant collaboration.’

‘Deep knowledge of the legal aspects of the real estate market in Switzerland (Stefan Gäumann).’

‘The company has a large number of lawyers in specific areas of expertise, which makes it much easier to clarify specific issues in all matters.’

‘Every time we meet with the lawyers, we feel like we are the only clients and are treated accordingly.’

‘Deep knowlegde about our company, our business and our needs with experts for any area – one central go to contact.’

‘Georg Rauber has outstanding experience about our general business. He has deep knowledge about our company’s business, strategy, targets and needs, has a longterm relationship to the management  and a razor-sharp mind. Joel Fink has an analytic mind and is high quality in assessing a situation’

‘Profound knowledge of the law, but also of the business. very business-minded approach. Just top notch. Extremely responsive – not afraid of making the last mile, the extra effort.’

‘It certainly feels like having a partner when Homburger’s team comes into play. They are ready to enter the pitch and provide valuable assistance around the clock. The performance in legal advice is superb and delivery is optimum.’

‘Gregor Bühler is a tremendous leader. He knows how to put forward a solid team formation to cover all aspects of a deal. Joel Fink is a skillful player, who shines whenever the plays the legal football.’