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Commercial, corporate and M&A

MLL Legal‘s corporate and M&A team is recognised for its capabilities in the technology, financial services and life sciences sectors. The department advises on a broad spectrum of mandates, including acquisitions, joint ventures and corporate restructurings. Andrea Sieber co-heads the practice and is a key contact for listed companies, PE funds and institutional investors. Joint co-head Alexander Vogel concentrates on restructurings and distressed M&A situations. Sergio Bortolani counsels Swiss and international clients on private equity and venture capital transactions. Nadine von Büren-Maier draws on her longstanding experience to assist with acquisitions in the retail and luxury industries.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘As a deep-tech start-up, they have supported us as a one-stop-shop for all our legal issues, including IP negotiations, VC fundraising, incorporation, employment contracts and much more. Excellent work, no complaints.’
  • ‘What makes this practice stand out is the combination of legal excellence with genuine business acumen. The lawyers are not only outstanding practitioners but also understand the commercial realities their clients face, allowing them to deliver solutions that are both technically sound and strategically effective.’
  • ‘Alexander Vogel has a very deep knowledge of the IT sector and provides reliable, hands-on advice.’
  • ‘A fantastic and highly motivated team, always available, committed and highly responsive, highly knowledgeable, specialised and inter-disciplinary, using the knowledge of their various practice groups if and when needed. Great value for their services.’
  • ‘Andrea Sieber is an exceptional lawyer, highly committed, a great strategic thinker and handles complex matters effortlessly, always keeping the big picture in mind without disregarding all the necessary details. She not only knows the law and best practice but also has a deep understanding of the industry and underlying economic and commercial aspects.’
  • ‘The individuals at MLL distinguish themselves by going beyond transactional support to truly fight for the client’s position and perspective. They are always available for sparring, offering practical insights and demonstrating a wealth of experience that instils confidence. Their respectful and personable communication style makes working with them both highly professional and collaborative.’

Key clients

  • Appenzeller Brauerei Locher
  • Akquinet GmbH
  • Allreal Holding AG
  • Alpha VCX GmbH
  • Apersys AG
  • Arçelik A.Ş.
  • B2B Payment Solution
  • Backed Finance AG
  • BASF Venture Capital GmbH
  • Belvédère Asset Management
  • CALIDA GROUP
  • Chocolats et Cacaos Favarger SA

Work highlights

Advised the founders of Swiss Credit Partners on the structuring, establishment and market entry of a new FINMA-licensed lender in Switzerland.
Advised Arçelik A.Ş. on the creation of a European home appliances joint venture with Whirlpool Corporation.
Advised Teleflex Incorporated on all Swiss law aspects of its €760m acquisition of BIOTRONIK’s vascular intervention business.
Practice head

Andrea Sieber; Alexander Vogel

Other key lawyers

Sergio Bortolani; Nadine von Büren-Maier

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