Pestalozzi‘s banking and finance practice is praised for combining ’deep regulatory expertise with a practical, commercial mindset’. The group is active in handling licensing and compliance matters, as well as overseeing the structuring and implementing new financial services and products. Oliver Widmer chairs the department and is a good choice for cross-border financing arrangements, routinely assisting domestic and international banks. Andrea Huber is noted for her deep knowledge of Swiss financial regulatory regimes, including those governing asset management, fintech, insurance and investigations.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Andrea Huber's ability to simplify complex legal frameworks without losing nuance is exceptional. She communicates with clarity and calm authority, always aligning her advice with the realities of the client’s business.’
- ‘The financial services & investment funds team at Pestalozzi is outstanding - they combine first-class technical knowledge with real commercial insight. Andrea Huber is an experienced partner - she combines deep expertise with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset. She is approachable, responsive and has a rare ability to maintain perspective and humour, even in the most difficult circumstances.’
- ‘It is a real pleasure working with Andrea Huber. She has a unique ability to cut through complexity, add meaningful context and keep the focus on practical outcomes. Her judgment is impeccable and inspires absolute trust.’
- ‘The team led by Andrea Huber at Pestalozzi stands out for its deep regulatory expertise, client-focused approach, and ability to deliver high-quality work with speed and clarity. What makes this practice unique is its ability to combine top-tier legal knowledge with a practical, business-oriented mindset, especially valuable for entrepreneurial clients navigating complex regulatory environments for the first time.’
- ‘Andrea Huber deserves special mention. She is an exceptional lawyer with unparalleled knowledge of Swiss financial regulation. Andrea combines technical brilliance with a client-friendly approach: she explains complex issues clearly, always with a sense of the bigger picture, and delivers advice that is both precise and actionable.’
- ‘Andrea Huber is without doubt one of the most outstanding regulatory lawyers in Switzerland. What makes her stand out is the rare combination of deep technical expertise, regulatory insight and pragmatic commercial judgment.’
Key clients
- Aksia LLC
- Bank of America
- Barclays Capital
- Blackstone Credit
- Calik Enerji Swiss AG
- Citadel
- Citibank
- Deutsche Bank
- Experian Switzerland AG
- Formula One Group
- HSBC Bank plc
- Macquarie Bank Limited
Work highlights
Advised the Formula One Group on the refinancing and upsizing of existing facilities involving major international banks, in connection with a contemplated acquisition.
Advised Impax Asset Management Ireland Ltd on the Swiss regulatory set-up and compliance strategy for an international group structure involving regulators in the UK, EU and Asia-Pacific.
Advised Intrum in connection with a $4.7bn recapitalisation transaction, including securing new financing and rescheduling debt maturities.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Oliver Widmer
Other key lawyers
Andrea Huber