Bär & Karrer Ltd. is ‘proactive on emerging topics such as AI’, and also on digital transformation, outsourcing projects, data breach management and risk and impact assessments. The group is co-chaired by Christian Kunz, an expert in data protection, cybersecurity, and technology law, with experience in cybercrime, data strategies, and data monetisation, and Corrado Rampini, who advises on data protection due diligence in M&A and capital markets transactions, as well as on the Swiss Data Protection Act and data transfers within international corporate groups. Jonas Bornhauser and Rehana Harasgama left the practice in April and June 2025, respectively.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge

Testimonials

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  • Christian Kunz is a very experienced and highly regarded colleague. Christian is our go-to counsel whenever we need Swiss advice. He is fun to work with and I highly recommend him.
  • Highly professional data law team with profound knowledge and expertise. Very easy and fun to work with. Great responsiveness, hands-on advice, quick turnaround.
  • 'Compared to other firms, I find them proactive on emerging topics such as AI and cybersecurity, with a diverse team and efficient use of technology that adds real value.' \n'Bär & Karrer stands out through its rare combination of legal excellence and pragmatic, business-oriented solutions.' \n'A particular highlight is Christian Kunz, whose excellent work and strategic guidance have been invaluable.' \n'Highly professional data law team, with profound knowledge and expertise. Very easy and fun to work with. Great responsiveness, hands-on advice, quick turnaround.' \n'The individuals we work with distinguish themselves through outstanding expertise, strategic thinking and high personal commitment.' \n'Reliability, strong business acumen and concise communication are qualities that make them stand out. Partners and associates alike invest the time to truly understand our perspective.' \n‘Great service, listening to clients’ needs and providing pragmatic data protection solutions. Good grasp of complex international data transfer issues.’ \n‘It was a pleasure to work with Christian Kunz on data protection issues; Christian provided great service.’

Key clients

  • UBS/Credit Suisse
  • Glencore
  • Mina Foundation
  • Moderna
  • Bricksdock
  • c.technology
  • UEFA
  • Zermatt Tourism Authority/Bonfire/Bergbahnen

Work highlights

Advised UBS on the sharing and migration of client-identifying data and other personal data in connection with its acquisition of Credit Suisse.
Advised the monitors of Glencore in connection with the design and implementation of a comprehensive data hosting and sharing system.
Advised Mina Foundation in connection with its mission to advance a secure, privacy-focused and decentralised Web3.
Practice head

Christian Kunz; Corrado Rampini

Other key lawyers

Michele Bernasconi; Ferdinand Rombach; Emanuel Cortada; Jonáš Gürtler