Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd's construction practice group is comprised of teams across Geneva and Zurich, advising on domestic and cross-border matters in construction and real estate, including both advisory work, litigation and arbitration. The practice handles due diligence, contract drafting and negotiation and the implementation and enforcement of real estate arrangements, including the environmental, tax and administrative aspects thereof. The group is led by Yves Jeanrenaud, Josef Caleff and Katherine Bell, supported by construction disputes specialists such as Elliott Geisinger, Philippe Bärtsch and Christopher Boog, whose practices span arbitration, contract management and major infrastructure projects.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Katherine Bell is an exceptional construction lawyer with a sharp legal mind and outstanding technical expertise. She consistently delivers clear, practical and effective solutions to complex issues, combining deep legal knowledge with a strong understanding of the industry. Her ability to translate intricate matters into actionable advice makes her an invaluable adviser.’
- ‘Schellenberg Wittmer stands out for its ability to combine technical legal excellence with a deep understanding of clients’ commercial and strategic objectives, an essential strength in the context of a dispute’s preliminary phase.’
- ‘Elliott Geisinger is a very polite and calm professional. He is friendly yet always maintains a high degree of professionalism, which immediately puts you at ease. He is honest and communicates in a straightforward manner, making him a highly reliable advisor.’
Key clients
- Atlantic Financial Group
- AXA Insurance Group
- Bank Julius Bär
- Barry Callebaut AG
- Bristol Myers Squibb
- Bouygues Construction/Losinger Marazzi
- CBRE
- Christie's
- Colt Data Centre Services
- CPEG
- Epic Suisse Property Management
- FTI
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Practice head
Yves Jeanrenaud; Josef Caleff; Katherine Bell
Other key lawyers
Elliott Geisinger; Philippe Bärtsch; Christopher Boog