The partner-led team at KLEYR GRASSO provides 'pragmatic and innovative insights and solutions' to clients within the financial services and asset management industries utilising both conventional and ADR litigation techniques. With a 'deep understanding of the complexities' associated with disputes occurring within these industries, Marc Kleyr can 'navigate challenges with remarkable insight'; as well as handling shareholders' disputes, Kleyr also excels at defending accounting firms in auditor negligence claims. Donata Grasso has a 'deep knowledge of procedural aspects and a great capacity to assimilate various law areas', ensuring that she is very well-equipped to represent clients across a range of corporate/commercial litigation, including in the context of funds and insolvency-related disputes. Rosario Grasso spearheads the criminal law offering, which includes white-collar-related matters, while the 'responsive and proactive' Emilie Waty , who was promoted at the beginning of 2024, excels at handling shareholders' and directors’ liability litigation and rounds out the team at a partner level.
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Testimonials

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  • 'The team has excellent strategic thinking and case analysis.'
  • 'Very responsive, practical approach and good at handling cross-border litigation.'
  • 'The partners' deep understanding of complex legal issues, combined with a hands-on approach, ensures that clients receive a highly tailored and strategic service.'
  • 'It is a partner-led team that provides pragmatic and innovative insights and solutions.'
  • 'Marc Kleyr's extensive experience and deep understanding of the complexities within the field allow him to navigate challenges with remarkable insight.'
  • 'Donata Grasso has a deep knowledge of procedural aspects and a great capacity to assimilate various law areas. Donata employs a conservative approach that guarantees positive results in sensitive cases.'
  • 'Emilie Waty is responsive and proactive.'

Key clients

  • Ikodomos Holding S.C.A. (IKO Real Estate Group)
  • Ernst & Young S.A.
  • Blue Skye Financial Partners SA

Lawyers

Leading partners

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Practice head

Marc Kleyr; Rosario Grasso; Donata Grasso; Emilie Waty

Other key lawyers

Vincent Alleno; Muriel Piquard