Dr Peter Reichart > Wartmann Merker Ltd. > Zurich, Switzerland > Lawyer Profile
Wartmann Merker Ltd. Offices
Kirchgasse 48
CH-8024 ZURICH
Switzerland
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Dr Peter Reichart
Position
Partner
Litigation, arbitration, corporate and commercial law, labor law, bankruptcy and insolvency, construction and agency
Career
- Associate (1999-2001) and Partner of Wartmann Merker (since 2002)
- Trainee with Jenner & Block, Chicago (1999)
- Associate with an international law firm in Zurich (1996-1998)
- Clerkship at district court (1994-1996)
- Legal Assistant to Prof. Dr. Walter R. Schluep (Chair for Swiss and European Private Law and Commercial Law) (1992-1994)
Languages
English, French, German
Memberships
- ASA (Swiss Arbitration Association)
- Zurich and Swiss Bar Associations
- International Bar Association
Education
- University of Michigan Law School, LL.M., 1999
- University of Zurich, Dr.iur., 1995 (summe cum laude, honored with the Prof. Dr. Walther Hug Price)
- University of Zurich, lic.iur., 1991 (magna cum laude)
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.