Homburger is sought out for its comprehensive banking offering, covering both regulatory and transactional mandates in equal measure. The team is trusted by major banks and blue-chip companies across the full spectrum of transactions, including syndicated lending, acquisition, asset and export finance. Jürg Frick possesses a strong grasp of cross-border credit facilities. Leading the team alongside Frick, Daniel Haeberli is an expert in secured lending and regulatory matters, and Stefan Kramer guides clients through the full gamut of regulatory matters, from crypto-assets to anti-money laundering. Stefan Bindschedler was promoted to partner in January 2025 and oversees the structuring of acquisition and real estate facilities.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Top-tier banking and finance legal practice in Zurich. Excellent negotiation skills. The quality of legal advice is extraordinary.’
- ‘Jürg Frick is very knowledgeable, dedicated and available. His know-how and experience, together with a great level of pragmatism, definitely make him stand out in the banking and finance practice in Zurich.’
- ‘Stefan Bindschedler's team is very proactive, highly responsive and quality-driven.’
- ‘I recommend Daniel Haeberli for his sharp mind.’
- ‘The practice demonstrated outstanding expertise in banking and financial law, providing us with legal opinions that were not only technically sound but also commercially insightful.’
- ‘The individuals I worked with in the banking and finance team demonstrated exceptional professionalism, legal acumen and a deep understanding of the financial sector. The ability to deliver precise and well-reasoned legal opinions, as well as their commitment to delivering high-quality work, made a significant impact on our projects.’
Key clients
- Alchemy US Holdco 1
- UBS Switzerland
- BayWa r.e.
- Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A.
- Avolta
- ING Bank
- Elanco International
- Migros Bank
- Zürcher Kantonalbank
- HR Group
- Goldman Sachs
- Deutsche Bank
Work highlights
Advised Alchemy US Holdco 1 on refinancing of $850m term loan and ABL credit agreements, including a multi-jurisdictional security package.
Advised UBS Switzerland on $4bn credit facilities for Alpiq.
Advised BayWa r.e. on a cross-border restructuring of €932m of bridge financing facilities.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Stefan Kramer; Jürg Frick; Daniel Haeberli
Other key lawyers
Stefan Bindschedler