Wenger Plattner has significant experience in litigating against and on behalf of both states and international organisations, across disputes as diverse as those relating to bankruptcy, liability and insurance, banking, real estate and inheritance. Stephan Kesselbach regularly appears in complex insolvency proceedings, while Roland Bachmann specialises in commercial litigation. Michael Schifferli is the name to note for private client disputes.
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Testimonials

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  • 'The team at Wenger Plattner has extensive experience of a wide range of disputes. Their technical expertise is exceptionally high and they have a very high level of service and responsiveness.'
  • ‘Stephan Kesselbach is the go-to person for dispute resolution in Switzerland. He is analytical, always available and delivers precise solutions to legal issues. The firm’s strategic approach is generally a strong advantage.’
  • ‘Michael Schifflerli and Roland Bachmann in particular are standout individuals and have a particular focus on providing a high level of client service and commercially focused advice.’
  • ‘The Wenger Plattner litigation team are first class for Swiss domestic law matters and international cross-border litigation.’
  • ‘Stefan Kesselbach and his team combine in-depth knowledge and combative spirit with calmness and composure.’
  • ‘Yannick Hostettler and his team provide an outstanding service that is not only legally excellent but also exceptionally supportive and forward-thinking.’

Key clients

  • GZO AG Spital Wetzikon
  • Publicitas AG
  • Swissair
  • Petroplus Group
  • Banque Hottinger & Cie Ltd
  • EBT swiss engineering Ltd.
  • Bosniaken Institut/Stiftung Adil Zulfikarpasic
  • Bringhen Group
Practice head

Stephan Kesselbach

Other key lawyers

Roland Bachmann; Dieter Gränicher; Yannick Hostettler; Michael Schifferli; Carsten Otto