MLL Legal > Zug, Switzerland > Firm Profile

‘Fantastic firm to work with. Would recommend on all fronts.’

‘MLL is a reliable law firm, which delivers the highest quality standards and is at the same time easy approachable, proactive and solution-oriented. Especially in the field of blockchain and crypto, MLL is the first law firm to approach in Switzerland. We experienced a highly professional, dynamic and diverse team.’

‘Kilian Schärli and Reto Luthiger are always supportive and reliable and they deliver high quality even within short deadlines. On a personal level, it is a very pleasant cooperation and a constructive exchange which is highly valued among various stakeholders within our company.’

‘The team has a great understanding of tech and crypto and the relevant legal knowledge. This is crucial for advice in this area. Most likely they are the most crypto-experienced team in Switzerland.’

‘Kilian Schärli handles a huge amount of crypto legal issues brilliantly. Great communication skills and understanding of the needs of our company. Always finds a solution in the most challenging circumstances.’

‘Reto Luthiger has great knowledge of tech/crypto and the regulatory landscape in Switzerland. In combination, this makes him one of the most valuable advisors in the crypto space.’

‘Alexander Vogel is one of the most knowledgeable person in Switzerland about FINMA and digital/crypto assets.’

‘Ronald Kogers is a thought leader in his field. Actionable advice. Short answer times also when we have not been in touch for some time. Creative solutions.’

‘MLL has an excellent IP litigation team. The team has an excellent understanding of the Swiss pharma industry and associated regulatory procedures, as well as the interplay with IP law.’

‘Michael Ritscher is a pleasure to work with, works well in the team environment and is hugely experienced. He appears to know everyone in Europe in the litigation scene – judges and attorneys alike. Kilian Schärli is an up-and-coming junior partner. Very easy to work with and a good appreciation (and enjoyment!) of IP law and practice in Switzerland. He is very bright and quickly grasps complex technical subject matter. Ulrike Ciesla adds real IP depth to the team. She is a superb patent attorney and excellent advocate. She is also a pleasure to work with.’

‘Best IP team in Switzerland.’

‘Guillaume Fornier is super knowledgeable about trade mark law and a very smart litigator who understands the Swiss court room. Great to work with and a real team player.’

‘Very client-oriented way of working (expeditious; uncomplicated; interest in a quick, pragmatic solution, which, among other things, reduces legal fees and strengthens the company’s reputation). Good exchange within the team, which enables us to draw on a great deal of know-how very quickly in the event of legal inquiries of various kinds.’

‘Nicola Benz: excellent in the field of trade mark prosecution handling complex matters and achieving positive outcomes.’

‘Michael Ritscher is clearly is one of the most renowned and experienced attorneys in Switzerland. Ulrike Ciesla is a fantastic European patent attorney, with a very strong background in chemistry and an extremely clear mind.’

‘Kilian Schärli: great to work with, very intelligent and ‘hands-on’. Simon Holzer and Michael Ritscher are very experienced in litigation and have a profound knowledge of the industry.’

‘They respond very quickly and efficiently, proposing adequate solutions for complex problems.’

‘Wolfgang Müller finds adequate solutions for all arising issues and puts across legal matters in detail. He is a flexible thinker who can easily adapt to any different situation. We highly appreciate his directness in addressing problems facing the essential and not losing himself in trivial details.’

‘MLL provided us with a highly professional legal opinion in a fast response time.’

‘Very competent people, very responsive, very professional.’

‘Effective face to face discussions in order to analyse legal situations and opportunities and share possible options. Philippe Prost has been extremely effective in managing our interests.’

‘We received clear and quick answers from our lawyer. He was readily available to answer our questions.’

‘The team is very reliable, you always get answers soon and for every question (different kind of topics) there is a person who can support you.’

‘Everyone I worked with was very supportive and had excellent knowledge within his or her business field. Wolfgang Müller has an outstanding knowledge and supportive attitude.’

‘Pragmatic, entrepreneurial, efficient.’

‘Entrepreneurial, hands-on, business acumen.’

‘Professional service, fast.’

‘Wolfgang Müller: available, fast, knowledge of SIX regulations, offers flexible solutions.’

‘We found the team at MLL to be highly responsive, able to accept meetings with little lead time and at early hours of the day. We appreciated their follow-up when we were distracted with other matters and felt they were defending our interests professionally and efficiently. I also considered that the lead lawyer was a very effective negotiator – finding a good compromise acceptable to both parties without damaging the working partnership required afterwards.’

‘We have found their advice extremely valuable, particularly when facing difficult negotiations. We have appreciated in particular the work of Alexander Vogel and Christian Rebell.’

‘MLL and especially Mark Montanari are down to earth. Their ‘non-snobby’ approach enables clients to discuss solutions, problems, and ideas at eye level, without feeling disadvantaged or unequal. Especially Mark Montanari’s expertise and interpersonal skills are making the day-to-day work with the law firm a huge pleasure. He manages to make complex problems simple and understandable, he’s sensitive and caring just like a good friend.’

‘Andrea Sieber: no-nonsense approach, understands risk management and takes a business approach to legal contracting; wants to close deals and pushes hard; very effective, clear opinions. Highly recommendable.’

‘Daniel Schoch: highly professional, very efficient, deep know how.’

‘Mona Stephenson is a good lawyer with strong interpersonal skills.’

‘Stand-out partner: Hubert Gilliéron. Strategic thinking, strong communication, technical expertise, dedication and commitment.’

‘Strong and efficient associate: James Reardon. Technical, structured, efficient, organised.’

‘Nicola Benz and Cornelia Mattig are very knowledgeable, kind and professional persons to work with.’

‘RA Reinle – utmost pragmatic lawyer who knows that his corporate clients wants and where it hurts.’

‘MLL is efficient, technical, reliable, knowing the sector from an economical and legal perspective. Their alliance with Froriep makes them even stronger now.’

‘The MLL team in this fast-growing practice area is excellent, and I don’t hesitate to recommend them. They have smart, practical answers to interesting questions.

‘Lukas Bühlmann, Michael Reinle and Nicola Benz bring a massive skillset to the MLL team, and they have great skill in coming up with practical solutions to difficult problems.’

‘The team is always available even at short notice. The team is expert not only on Swiss data protection law, but also on the European Regulation (GDPR) which constitutes an added value for international clients.’

‘Nicola Benz was always someone who understood how to be a true business partner. She’s a person whose word I could absolutely count on. Nicola shows deep understanding of the legal landscape, has high integrity and I’ve never known her not to deliver. She made herself and her team available to us at all times -was totally responsive, supportive and facilitating.’

‘Commercially-minded people, easily approachable, delivering on time, flexible for different billing arrangements, not afraid of straightforward correspondence and feedback.’

‘What makes this practice unique is both the broad range in expertise as well as very skilled individuals on all levels. What also impressed us is the very open and modern culture of the firm which certainly helps to attract such skilled talents.’

‘Thomas Kälin continues to impress us with his skills in employment law, both as an expert in employment law as well as his experience as a litigator.’

‘Thomas Kälin: Very pragmatic approach, subject matter expert, broad knowledge.’

‘Martin Ammann: Highly professional, knows the market and legal practice very well and I enjoy working with him.’

‘Never had a lawyer who answered so quickly!’

‘Very flexible, pragmatic, fast, with a sense of humour.’

‘MLLL is extremely reliable. You get helpful, goal-oriented and precise answers fast. The legal advice is practical and always focused on the relevant legal questions.’

‘Thomas Kälin: very responsive, can easily adapt to his audience, clear and practical advice which focuses on the relevant topics and does not get lost in minor legal topics. He clearly has experience with cross-border topics and the need of clients who are not familiar with the Swiss legal system.’

‘Simon Holzer inspires confidence with his leadership. Ulrike Cielsa is technically excellent and always on top of the detail.’

‘Premier IP practice, particularly in the life sciences space. Intimate knowledge of the ins and outs of IP practice and procedure in Switzerland. Valuable strategic advice.’

‘Simon Holzer is a brilliant legal mind and an absolute pleasure to work with. Very experienced practitioner whom we trust wholly.’

‘Louisa Galbraith is a rising star and one to watch in the near future.’

‘Kilian Schärli is recognised as a skilled and driven individual and as a leader in his field of expertise – which is why he clearly stands out as the lead partner. Kilian Schärli is really smart and committed. He always goes the extra mile for us and is available 24/7. He is down to earth and has an extraordinary sense for commercially good solutions. It is indeed a true pleasure to work with him.’

‘Nicola Benz has a unique and exceptionally productive way to work with start-up companies. She is very practical and yet diligent to keep the challenging balance between founders, owners, management and investors.’

‘Simon Holzer is a really impressive lawyer who leads an excellent team (Louisa Galbraith and others) and has consistently delivered outstanding results. He is highly skilled and experienced and immediately gives the impression that the case is in good hands. He is enthusiastic and quick to get up to speed with the details of the case. He delivers clear, concise and commercial advice and has always been a pleasure to work with.’

‘The team has a great knowledge of practice and procedure before the Swiss courts and uses this to provide timely commercial advice. The team is very experienced in working as part of an international team on multi-jurisdictional cases and, as well as managing cases in Switzerland, contributes to the development of the case internationally. The team is very responsive and is able to provide straightforward explanations of litigating in Switzerland.’

‘Oliver Arter’s main strengths are: Very strong commitment, highly knowledgeable, very detail-oriented, but always focuses on the big picture. He offers unbiased to the point legal and business advice and he will always go the extra mile to make it a success. Oliver’s main strength a part from his exceptional knowledge is that he is an ‘entrepreneur’, taking on the client’s view and best interest at heart.’

‘MLL undoubtedly provide top-quality service owing to their high level of expertise and experience in dealing with private clients. The firm’s ability to be knowledgeable about even the most minor of details in a client’s case is a core strength. The team at MLL is sharp, responsive and very much client-focused in their approach.’

‘Patricia Guerra is my no 1 choice. Her understanding and skills never stop surprising me. Also, Serge Calame is certainly not to be forgotten.’

‘Julie Wynne is knowledgeable about the sector, with a strong professional network as well as innovative ideas and experience.’

‘A very polished and professional firm chock full of talented lawyers.’

‘Patricia Guerra is immaculate in her dealings with clients. She is empathetic, charming and kind whilst also giving hard advice and a firm steer where needed. She is always a pleasure to work with and a great team player, collating the best advisors for her clients across the spectrum.’

‘Julien Tron is clear, concise, technical, charming and prompt.’

‘Patricia Guerra; Her grasp of clients’ needs and understanding of complex situations is outstanding.’

‘Nicola Benz’ clarity of thought and empathy is a rare commodity in the legal sector. Not only is Nicola a key thought leader, she exemplifies the highest standard in all aspects of engagement with clients, and it is clear this extends to the team she commands. Cornelia Mattig: WOW – sharp, witty, a wonderful scholar of law, and gives very precise and clear guidance. A trusted partner, and a true warrior in ensuring the best is given at all times. Very much appreciated by us.’

‘The TMT practice at MLL is very active in observing technological trends and developments. The team is very diverse, including women in partner positions and equal chances for employees. The partners are very attentive and responsive and clients can rely on prompt responses.’

‘The individuals at MLL combine excellent expertise with international connections to other professionals in other jurisdictions. All professionals are responsive and have reliable legal knowledge. Lukas Bühlmann has a thorough knowledge of the law and technological developments, is always amiable and identifies his clients’ needs. He is a top TMT lawyer with broad expertise and long experience.’

‘Cornelia Mattig is experienced in dispute resolution in competition and technology law with a practical approach and good communication.’

‘Reinhard Oertli is a very experienced and talented lawyer, who is able to handle the most difficult matters of the IP law. He possesses vast knowledge in his field. His approach is custom-tailored, he studies the presented question in detail, and at the same time, he possesses the ability to present very complicated and nuanced issues in a vivid and simple way.’

‘MLL Meyerlustenberger Lachenal Froriep Ltd. is one of the most reputable international law firms in Switzerland. The firm’s experienced and dynamic lawyers offer innovative and solution-focused services. The team unites some of the most reputed experts in all legal aspects related to technology, telecommunication, and media. Its strong practice in data privacy makes it a first stop for issues around digitalisation in the technology, telecommunication, and media area in Switzerland.’

‘Lukas Bühlmann is an extremely far-sighted lawyer who always tries to keep an eye on the whole picture and take future developments into account. He is very careful in his legal researches and has a deep understanding of economics. Lukas Bühlmann is an expert in TMT, IP/IT, data privacy and data protection and certainly one of the most experienced lawyers in Switzerland in this area! Nicola Benz: is very easily approachable, has an excellent understanding of commercial factors, is experienced in her field, offers quick response times and has a straightforward approach to problems. She’s easy to work with and talk to – even in respect to sensitive matters and client relationships. Michael Reinle is available, responsive and business-oriented. He is a true expert in his field!’

‘Michael Reinle has not only shown extraordinary expertise, he has also demonstrated excellent soft skills in handling difficult situation.’

‘Dunja Koch is their go-to person for ship finance matters. She is very responsive and gets deals done.’

‘One of the top Swiss aviation law practices.’

‘Karin Oberlin is one of the best.’

‘The team has great expertise and is very professional.’

‘It is difficult to provide enough praise for the professionalism of the MLL team. They are always fully aware of the critical and pivotal points in each case, they think strategically on how to apply them, they communicate professionally, they are available when we need them and they are one or two steps ahead of the counterparty. They make the client’s role easy.’

‘Catrina Luchsinger Gaehwiler listens patiently, interjects with clarity and wisdom and educates with insight and experience. We consider ourselves lucky to have Catrina passionately support us in our corner.’

‘All of the people that we work with exhibit an understanding of ‘business first’ enabling them to provide advice which can be used in a commercial way. We never get answers that are merely factual summaries of the law, but rather we get answers which show us how our business can work within the confines of the law. This practical approach is very useful.’

‘The team is always friendly, commercially-minded and extremely hands-on. We find that this firm’s work ethos is aligned with that of the top firms around the world.’

‘Catrina Luchsinger is very commercial, pragmatic, focused and sensible. She did a great job.’

‘Karin Oberlin is top notch in Swiss aviation law.’

‘Definitely one of the top firms in Switzerland in the area of derivatives, SLB, Repo and structured finance.’

‘Alexander Vogel is an outstanding lawyer in the area of structured finance and derivatives. He has an in-depth understanding of trading and products, and he speaks the traders’ language, which makes communication very easy and efficient. Alexander is very intelligent and quick-witted and fast at spotting the key issues while still seeing the broader picture. His responsive and calm manner make it pleasant to work with him. He and his team are very hands-on, come up with practical solutions to complex problems and understand what their clients need.’

‘The competition team of MLL has a strong tradition and is our preferred partner in Switzerland. We value their great experience and professional approach, which is always also fast and reliable.’

‘MLL provides high-quality advice on Swiss law aspects, sometimes within a very short time frame.’

‘MLL’s competition practice consists of leading practitioners which are located both in Zurich and Geneva. MLL has unique expertise at the intersection of IP and competition law, especially in pharmaceutical antitrust law.’

‘Renato Bucher is very responsive, works in an efficient and pragmatic manner and is always ready to provide concrete advice and guidance combined with concise risk assessments.’

‘Urs Boller is an experienced litigator, who is easy to work with. He has the ability to carefully analyse the details of a case at a molecular level, however without losing sight of the big picture.’

‘Alain Gros does not get phased and gives thoughtful advice.’

‘MLL Meyerlustenberger Lachenal Froriep Ltd’s team is both, knowledgeable and accessible. They work diligently in complex and specialised topics, and in a manner that is close and pleasant to the client.’

‘Dedication and full attention to the case. Time invested and knowledge of the sector.’

‘Excellent knowledge and a very friendly and individualised client approach. Very good cooperation skills and results. Definitely would recommend.’

‘MLL Meyerlustenberger Lachenal Froriep’s dispute resolution/litigation practice stands out for me from other Swiss firms as fact-paced, proactive and inclusive to other cultures and practices. Their on-boarding and decision-making at the on-boarding stage are well ahead of many Swiss firms. They also clearly understand different approaches to litigation coming from other jurisdictions and are flexible and understanding in their collaboration.’

‘Marcel Steinegger and his team in Zurich are fantastic to work with. Marcel’s expertise and advice stand out for clarity, efficiency, excellent communication and pace. Marcel has advised us for over 8 years and we worked multiple cases together, where he understands challenges from other jurisdictions and is happy to face them and provide concise and professional advice.’

‘Strength in depth; a willingness to litigate firmly and is not afraid of challenging authority.’

‘Very good team with excellent technical skills and lots of market experience.’

‘Alexander Vogel: very pragmatic, very responsive.’

‘The practice has a profound knowledge of Swiss insolvency law, strategic thinking and a proactive approach to cases. The lawyers of the firm are really engaged; they understand the needs of the clients and are ready to present a variety of solutions. The team could be described as highly professional and client-oriented.’

‘Urs Boller is an outstanding lawyer with a profound knowledge of Swiss bankruptcy and procedural law. His opinions are always sharp, balanced, insightful and comprehensive. He has an ability to understand the needs of a client at once and present a variety of possible solutions. He has outstanding analytical abilities and a strategic view of the situation.’

‘MLL Froriep is a very agile, service-oriented office. They are definitely worth their money, and can even be classified as rather inexpensive in relation to the service. For international insolvency proceedings, the team has a very good intuition and corresponds quickly, appropriately and confidently.’

‘Sabina Schellenberg is very pleasant to work with on a regular basis. The coordination is fast, reliable and at the highest level.’

‘Proficient, responsive, analytical, innovative. Delivering on time, very good quality.’

‘Thomas Nabholz is very proficient in tax law. Very supportive, quick analyser, straight to the point. Extremely helpful.’

‘’Client first’ focus, ability to drive value and understanding of the business.’

‘Thomas Nabholz: Solid industry and tax knowledge, excellent drive on delivery, highly client-oriented approach.’

‘Julian Kläser: attention to detail, great drive on delivery.’

‘Smart and practical business-oriented advisors. The lawyers as MLL understand how to add value to my business.’

‘Jean Marguerat is a smart and reactive colleague, extremely easy to work with and straightforward. He understands quickly the needs and provides practical and just legal analysis.’

‘MLL Meyerlustenberger Lachenal Froriep Ltd inevitably demonstrates refined and creative legal thinking, supported by the highest ethics and full availability to take care of the client’s needs as they arise.’

‘High professionalism. Experience in Arbitration. Deep knowledge of applicable laws.’

‘Great level of involvement in the case. Reliability in their professional skills.’

‘Leonard Stoyanov has a great background, very good listening skills, strong knowledge and is always to-the-point. Great attention to detail.’

‘Excellent knowledge and a very friendly and individualised client approach. Very good cooperation skills and results. Would definitely recommend.’

‘Jean Marguerat: just excellent, a no-nonsense person and very easy to work with. Jean-Marie Vuillemin: a real master in arbitration law.’

‘Jean Marguerat is a very thorough and experienced arbitrator who is always on top of the relevant issues and does not shy away from digging into voluminous and fact driven cases.’