Wenger Vieli Ltd advises clients across all phases of construction projects, from development and planning to execution and subsequent dispute resolution. Led by Roman Heiz, who offers both transactional and construction contract experience, the team includes Sophia Hartwig and Nadine Zanetti, who strengthen the firm’s construction practice with their transactional and contentious practices. The group is also noted for its understanding of public construction law.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Wenger Vieli’s construction team has provided us with excellent support, particularly in the drafting and negotiation of complex contracts.'
  • 'Roman Heiz is in charge of the dossier and lets his associates have a large amount of freedom, which is very nice to see. The delivered quality is outstanding and very much appreciated.'
  • 'What sets them apart from competitors is their unique combination of technical excellence and a personable, client-oriented approach.'
  • 'Fast reactions and turnaround time, including for ad-hoc inquiries - competent team members.'
  • 'This practice stands out due to its exceptional expertise and specialist knowledge in its core areas.'
  • 'Very responsive team led by Roman Heiz. He has exceptional skills in the field, also in a cross-border context or when dealing with adjacent legal areas.'

Key clients

  • Beyond Gravity
  • RFR Development
  • Globus
  • InnHub La Punt
  • SOCAR Energy Switzerland GmbH
  • Personalvorsorgestiftung der Ärzte und Tierärzte PAT-BVG
  • Leutwyler Dienstleistungen
  • Casa Vita
  • FPE Parken (Schweiz) GmbH
  • ISG Interior Services Group (Schweiz) AG
  • Custodia Immobilien AG/W. Stäubli Immobilien- und Beteiligungs- AG
  • ecoGroup Swiss AG

Work highlights

Represented Lucid Motors in a cross-border dispute regarding a construction project on a property in Switzerland leased by Lucid.
Advising PROPCURA as lead counsel on legal and tax matters in connection with the development and construction of nine apartment buildings in the City of Zurich.
Advised RFR Development in construction related legal, contractual and regulatory matters, as well as in administrative proceedings and disputes in connection with its €25m renovation and construction project on Zurich’s Bahnhofstrasse.
Practice head

Roman Heiz

Other key lawyers

Sophia Hartwig; Nadine Zanetti