Dr iur Balz Gross > Homburger > Zurich, Switzerland > Lawyer Profile

Homburger‘s leading employment department is particularly strong in employment litigation and employment-related investigations. It also has extensive experience in executive remuneration and bonus scheme matters, as well as in mass dismissal and social plan negotiations. Team co-head Balz Gross focuses his practice on employment litigation and arbitration cases with a particular emphasis on management compensation and employee participation plans. Fellow co-head Andreas Müller regularly advises companies and boards of directors on top executive transitions and related employment law matters. Gregor Bühler often assists clients with high-profile matters at the intersection of employment and IP law, such as privacy law cases relating to employees.

Counting a multitude of blue-chip clients in its roster, the ‘highly regarded’ team at Homburger fields a diverse practice that encompasses M&A, banking, IP, and employment litigation, to name a few areas of expertise. The practice also demonstrates extensive experience in regulated industries such as pharmaceutical, energy, and nutrition. Balz Gross, who is a tour-de-force in relation to complex cross-border litigation, and Roman Baechler, an experienced practitioner when it comes to banking disputes and the enforcement of foreign judgments and awards, helm the practice. Mariella Orelli and Gabrielle Nater-Bass bolster the group with their skills in managing cross-border litigation, and Felix Dasser possesses a strong grounding in investment disputes. Stefanie Pfisterer is well-positioned to advise on ESG, trust, and estate litigation issues.

Counting an array of blue-chip corporations among its key client roster, the ‘world-class’ arbitration practice at Homburger is fully immersed within regulated industries, from nutrition and life sciences to banking and telecoms. Balz Gross, whose arsenal of skills encompass M&A, long-term supply contracts, and joint ventures, and Mariella Orelli, who is highly knowledgeable in the energy and financial services sectors, spearhead the practice. Gabrielle Nater-Bass employs her skills in handling pharmaceutical contracts, distribution contracts, and shareholder agreements, while Felix Dasser is a strong choice for international conglomerates. Stefanie Pfisterer routinely assists clients with disputes arising out of joint ventures, international sales contracts, and agency, with Dilber Devitre also being recommended.