
Walder Wyss Ltd.'s real estate practice is regarded for its depth of expertise and coordination across Switzerland’s German, French and Italian-speaking regions. One client notes that the firm is 'approachable, proactive and always focused on practical solutions rather than just theory.' The practice is led by Francis Nordmann, Johannes A. Bürgi, and Christian Eichenberger, covering transactions, leases, finance, development and litigation. Davide Jermini is based in Ticino, with a focus on commercial and residential projects, while André Kuhn advises on development projects and regulatory matters.
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- 'What truly sets this practice apart is its ability to combine deep technical expertise with a pragmatic, client-focused approach. The team is not only highly knowledgeable in their field, but they also have an exceptional talent for translating complex issues into clear, actionable solutions.'
- 'Working with André Kuhn has always felt like having a true partner at my side, someone who genuinely cares about outcomes and ensures that complex matters are handled with both confidence and efficiency.'
- 'The combination of technical excellence, innovative working methods and a strong team ethos allows us not only to compete with larger companies but often to provide a more personalised and forward-thinking service.'
- 'What truly sets them apart is the ability to act not only as legal advisors but as trusted business partners, providing clarity, confidence and results in a way that is both agile and reliable.'
- 'Walder Wyss impresses with its speed, precision and exceptional breadth of expertise. The team combines outstanding legal excellence with seamless collaboration and pragmatic, business-focused solution.'
- 'Highly motivated, always available, very good knowledge, pleasant collaboration.'
Key clients
- Oaktree
- Raiffeisen Futura Immo Fonds
- Immofonds
- Trinity
- Swiss Finance & Property
- Swiss Prime Site Solutions
- Turidomus Real Estate Investment Foundation
- ECOREAL Swiss Real Estate Investment Foundation
- Helvetica
- Rhystadt Ltd
- Pure Funds
- Zuriba
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Next Generation Partners
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Practice head
Francis Nordmann; Johannes A. Bürgi; Christian Eichenberger
Other key lawyers
Davide Jermini; André Kuhn
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