Dr Kilian Schärli > MLL Legal > Zurich, Switzerland > Lawyer Profile

Praised by clients for being ‘practical and plugged in’, MLL Legal is a strong choice for clients pursuing new technologies, such as innovative financing structures and new business models utilising fintech. The team routinely operates for banks and financial institutions, as well as fintech start-ups and securities firms. Steering the practice is Kilian Schärli and Reto Luthiger, with the former being particularly active in the technology, industrial and internet sectors, while the latter is noted for his experience in the remit of financial markets regulatory work and civil law matters. Catrina Luchsinger Gähwiler acts for a diverse client base comprised of banks, asset managers and investment vehicles. Ronald Kogens departed in May 2023.

MLL Legal’s practice group has extensive experience in the production and distribution of a range of regulated products, including pharmaceuticals, medical products, tobacco and cosmetics. The team regularly advises and represents clients on all public procurement matters. The team is co-headed by Simon Holzer, who has extensive expertise in the pharmaceutical sector, and Michael Reinle, who advises clients in the software, IT, and telecoms industries. Kilian Schärli has a special focus on blockchain pharmaceutical use cases and transactions in the life sciences sector. Daniel Donauer, who was promoted to senior associate in 2023, has expertise in the implementation and regulation of cosmetics, alcohol, tobacco and therapeutic products.