Demonstrating considerable prowess in handling a diverse range of complex transactions in the competition sphere, the ‘collaborative and client-focused’ practice at Walder Wyss Ltd. is a strong choice for clients active across a multitude of sectors, from banking and telecoms, to sport and infrastructure. Reto Jacobs, whose arsenal of skills encompasses representing clients before competition authorities and in challenging merger filings, and Monique Sturny, who possesses a strong grounding in distribution system set-ups and cooperation agreements, co-lead the team. Gion Giger is noted for his ability to handle issues at the intersect between sector-specific regulation and competition law.
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- ‘Coordination between the departments is strong.'
‘Walder Wyss stands out for its exceptional blend of expertise, responsiveness, and client-focused approach.'
'What truly sets this team apart is their ability to consistently deliver top-tier legal services while maintaining a personal touch.'
‘The team is very friendly and courteous.’
‘They always treat us with respect and take our questions seriously. Additional questions and questions of understanding are always answered professionally and in detail, so that even a non-lawyer can understand everything, which is very valuable for us.’
‘Walder Wyss stands out for their efficiency. They work quickly without missing any important details and provide excellent support in navigating complex merger filings.'
'Their collaborative and client-focused approach makes them valuable partners in the field of competition law.’
‘Reto Jacobs brings deep expertise in competition law, especially in handling complex merger notifications. His strategic thinking and practical advice have been instrumental in guiding us through challenging situations.’
Key clients
- Migros Group
- Swisscom
- TX Group
- Aduno
- Viseca
- Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB
- Saviva AG
- Swisscom Directories AG
- PostFinance
- Daimler Truck Holding AG
Work highlights
- Represented Medbase AG in the merger control filing before the Swiss Competition Commission with respect to the acquisition of sole control over the Swiss business of Zur Rose Group AG.
- Represented TX Group AG in the merger control proceedings before the Swiss Competition Commission related to the acquisition of the Swiss business of the internationally operating Clear Channel Group.
- Represented Swiss Federal Railways in the merger control proceedings before the Swiss Competition Commission.
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Practice head
Reto Jacobs; Monique Sturny
Other key lawyers
Gion Giger; Felix Tuchschmid