Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd draws on its ICT, corporate, taxation, dispute resolution, capital markets and banking and finance practices to advise on the full range of matters. The group's expertise spans blockchain technology, including asset token and digital asset issuances, cryptocurrency brokerage matters, decentralised finance applications and related regulatory requirements. Olivier Favre specialises in derivatives and structured finance transactions, as well as asset management matters and crypto regulations. Tarek Houdrouge and Caroline Clemetson oversee banking and finance mandates. Roland Mathys is well-versed in emerging technologies and data protection matters and leads the team alongside Favre and Houdrouge.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'In the fintech space, the Schellenberg Wittmer team has positioned itself at the forefront of innovation.'
- 'Their collaborative approach with both in-house teams and regulators ensures that innovation can move forward in compliance with the highest standards of financial regulation.'
- 'The practice shows real adaptability and openness to new models.'
- 'In fintech, Tarek Houdrouge stands out for his ability to navigate uncharted territory with confidence and creativity. He combines deep knowledge of financial regulations with an impressive grasp of the technological and business implications of tokenisation.'
- 'What I value most in Tarek Houdrouge is his ability to stay ahead of the curve, embracing innovation without losing sight of regulatory realities. For clients operating in a fast-evolving fintech environment, this quality is absolutely essential and makes him unique among his peers.'
Key clients
- Alpian SA
- Amazon/AMS
- Bank Syz SA
- Crypto Finance AG
- Crypto Fund AG
- E-GTSA Limited
- ITOCHU Corporation
- L1 Digital AG
- Leonteq Securities AG
- Maverix Securities AG
- SEBA Bank AG
- Shareholders of Metaco
Work highlights
Advised Teylor AG on its cooperation with Taurus SA regarding the issuance of privately placed structured notes, to be used to finance SME private debt.
Acted as Swiss counsel to Leonteq Securities AG for the ongoing maintenance of its programmes for the issuance of structured products, warrants and other debt instruments.
Advised Maverix Securities Ltd. on the set-up of a programme for the issuance of structured products, warrants, exchange traded products and actively managed certificates.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Olivier Favre; Tarek Houdrouge; Roland Mathys
Other key lawyers
Caroline Clemeston