The ‘extremely capable’ team at CMS von Erlach Partners Ltd. excels at resolving multi-jurisdictional disputes requiring navigation of international insolvency laws, corporate liability issues and cross-border enforcement procedures. Philipp Dickenmann and Daniel Kinzer jointly head up the litigation practice; the former oversees the commercial piece, while the latter leads on the white-collar crime side. ’Very sharp and strategic lawyer’ Jodok Wicki lends strength in the insurance, banking and corporate liability spaces.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Reto Hunsperger and Daniel Zemp are both exceptionally smart and tactical.’
- ‘The litigation team at CMS is very experienced, versed, tactically thinking, pragmatic and understands our business very well. Additionally, we appreciate the team members' hands-on approach.’
- 'CMS offers a rare balance between technical excellence and practical problem-solving. Their lawyers are not only strong litigators but also trusted business partners who understand risk, reputation and the need for pragmatic solutions.'
- 'The litigation team at CMS is extremely capable at handling complex disputes that include intricate legal questions and factual matters. The team efficiently uses human and technical resources, allowing for a good division of work, partner availability and overall efficiency.'
- 'Jodok Wicki is a very sharp and strategic lawyer. He navigates complex matters with ease and develops efficient strategies.'
- 'Jodok Wicki is simply superb.'
Key clients
- AIG Europe
- CBH Compagnie Bancaire Helvétique
- China Development Bank
- Chubb Assurances (Suisse) SA
- GT Thommen Watch
- Honeywell
- ISS Facility Services AG
Work highlights
Represented an investment management company manager facing a claim worth more than $100m in Switzerland from liquidators of an offshore trading company.
Represented a Swiss bank in a CHF25m loss case.
Represented Honeywell before the Supreme Court of the Canton of Zug and the Swiss Federal Supreme Court in a claim for additional compensation related to a customer’s bankruptcy case.
Practice head
Philipp Dickenmann; Daniel Kinzer
Other key lawyers
Jodok Wicki; Reto Hunsperger; Christian Lüscher; Sébastien Moret; Maxence Carron; Daniel Zemp