Dr Reto Strittmatter > Wartmann Merker Ltd. > Zurich, Switzerland > Lawyer Profile

Wartmann Merker Ltd.
Kirchgasse 48
CH-8024 ZURICH
Switzerland

Position

Partner

Corporate and commercial law, litigation, arbitration, labor law

Career

  • Associate (2005-2009) and Partner (since 2010) of Wartmann Merker
  • Associate with an international law firm in Zurich (2001-2005)
  • Counsel at legal department of a Swiss bank in Zurich (2000-2001)
  • Clerkship at district court of Hinwil (1997-1998)
  • Bank training (1989-1991)

Languages

English, French, German

Memberships

  • Member of the Bar Examination Board of the Canton of Zurich
  • German-Swiss lawyers’ association
  • Zurich Bar Association
  • Swiss Bar Association

Education

  • University of Zurich, Dr.iur., 2002
  • University of Zurich, lic.iur., 1997

Lawyer Rankings

Switzerland > Dispute resolution: litigation

‘Very experienced’ Peter Reichart steers the ‘commercially minded’ Wartmann Merker Ltd. litigation practice, which is often entrusted by construction, manufacturing and trading sector clients, as well as some notable names in the financial industry, to handle commercial disputes, including post-M&A matters, as well as contentious regulatory work. Reichart contributes his banking and finance knowledge to the team, while Hafner possesses a wealth of experience across civil procedure, bankruptcy and employment law. Reto Strittmatter is well-versed in the remits of commercial and financial disputes, with Giovanna Montanaro bolstering the team with her capabilities in handling aviation and shipping cases. Former co-head Peter Hafner joined Wenger Vieli Ltd in January 2024.