MLL Legal‘s data protection and privacy practice is recognised for its expertise across regulatory, compliance and technology-driven mandates. Co-led by Lukas Bühlmann and Nicola Benz, the ’energetic, highly efficient, and well-coordinated’ team advises clients on Swiss and international data protection, digital transformation, cybersecurity and IP/IT regulatory compliance across sectors including TMT, life sciences, financial services, healthcare and public policy. Central to the practice is Michael Reinle, who is ‘outstanding’ in complex privacy matters, such as cross-border data transfers, collaboration platforms and surveillance systems. Michael Schüepp provides critical support. The team added Gabriel Privat to its ranks in September 2025.

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Testimonials

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'We worked with MLL on an international research project and experienced excellent collaboration throughout. The MLL team was energetic, highly efficient and well coordinated, demonstrating a strong team spirit.' \n'Lukas Bühlmann and Michael Reinle immediately come to mind as outstanding practitioners.' \n'We worked with Lukas Bühlmann on an international collaboration project and greatly appreciated his practical and well-balanced approach. He combines deep legal expertise with strong commercial insight.' \n'Very strong regulatory and Swiss market expertise.' \n'Lukas Bühlmann manages to pay attention to the details while not losing sight of the big picture. His experience in the Swiss market and exposure to many international players make his contribution very valuable.' \n'Responsiveness and personal commitment from the partners are relevant differentials.' \n'One of the best and very reactive data teams in Switzerland. Always a good partner to trust my clients with.' \n'Great team, well connected. Good industry knowledge.'

Key clients

British American Tobacco Switzerland SA
International Trade Centre
Four X Corporation
Cofra Holding AG
Baxter Ltd.
HANDELSVERBAND.swiss
Meltwater News International
Titlis Bergbahnen AG
HotellerieSuisse
Ethical Fashion Initiative
EIM Executive Interim Management AG
isolutions AG

Work highlights

Advised a national hospitality association on data privacy compliance and legaltech enablement, which entailed the implementation of revised data protection laws, a tailored compliance platform and sector-wide training.

Guided British American Tobacco Switzerland SA through the complexities of Swiss data protection law, and a comprehensive compliance project aligned with the revised Federal Data Protection Act.

Served as expert advisor to an international organisation on aligning draft data protection laws in emerging markets with global standards, including the EU GDPR, which included legal analysis, stakeholder consultations, and capacity-building to support digital readiness and regulatory resilience.