MLL Legal's real estate practice offers depth in acquisitions, sales, project development, financing, construction and contentious matters. The practice is jointly led by Wolfgang Müller in Zurich, who focuses on real estate M&A and portfolios, particularly for non-Swiss investors, and Philippe Prost in Geneva, a specialist in construction and property law with expertise in acquisitions, development projects and litigation. Jacques Johner contributes extensive experience in infrastructure and complex construction mandates. The team often assists with cross-border financing and transaction structuring across the Swiss real estate market.

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Testimonials

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'Wolfgang Müller in Zurich and Jacques Johner in Geneva are both responsive partners, which deep knowledge of real estate topics.'
'Results-driven, highly knowledgeable.'
'Good hands-on team, responsive and very professional.'
'Wolfgang Müller stands out. He understands our company structure and tailors his work to our individual needs. Working with him is therefore always a particularly pleasant experience, as he keeps an eye on all aspects of a deal and also takes care of non-legal issues. In doing so, he fights for his client's interests right to the end.'
'MLL Legal has an experienced team of experts in the field of real estate and operates with its specialists on site at key locations throughout Switzerland. They have an extensive network of contacts and are familiar with local conditions.'
'They are dealmakers; smooth collaboration, great network.'

Key clients

Allreal Holding AG
Swissroc Asset Management SA
Novavest Real Estate AG
Allianz Suisse Immobilien AG
Burkhalter Holding AG
Calida Holding AG
Central Real Estate Basel AG
Generali
HIAG Immobilien Holding AG
La Rente immobilière SA
Meyer Burger Technology AG
Rystadt AG

Work highlights

Advised Allreal Holding AG on the issuance and listing on the SIX Swiss Exchange of green bonds in 2024 and 2025, in the total amount of CHF275m.

Assisted Swissroc Asset Management SA with the acquisition, on behalf of one of its clients, of a newly built industrial facility located in Enney, in the Canton of Fribourg.

Advised NOVAVEST Real Estate AG on its takeover of SenioResidenz AG.