Baker McKenzie Switzerland SA is noted by a client for its ‘broad and comprehensive knowledge in the field of real estate.’ The practice focuses on real estate M&A, private equity undertakings, tax-efficient restructurings, investment fund-led deals and development projects. Samuel Marbacher maintains a practice that covers both real estate transactions and the financing required for such deals; leading the group alongside him are transactional specialist Alexander Wyss and the firm’s former managing partner in Switzerland Martin Furrer, who tackles both transactions and restructuring mandates. Charles Gschwind departed the firm in December 2025.
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Testimonials
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- 'Broad and comprehensive knowledge in the field of real estate, not only construction but also structuring, tenancy law and tax. No silo mentality: other individuals with specific expertise are involved where necessary.'
- 'Alexander Wyss has extensive knowledge and experience, always responds in a timely manner, is business- and solution-oriented and thinks outside the box. He is very pleasant to work with.'
- 'High competence, solution oriented, availability, productivity, pleasant to work with, exceptional commercial understanding, setting priorities.'
- 'Out of the box thinking, reactivity, deep knowledge.'
Key clients
- Ultima Capital SA
- Helvetica Property Investors AG
- Bürgenstock Hotel Resort – Katara Hospitality Group
- The Bastion Collection
- Swisscanto Anlagestiftung
- Western Union
- PSP Swiss Property AG
Work highlights
Represented Helvetica Property Investors AG in the sale of commercial and residential properties as part of a group re-positioning.
Advised Ultima Capital SA on the contribution in kind of Nammos Village and restaurant real estate assets by Yoda PLC.
Aided Ultima Capital SA with a major real estate contribution by Yoda PLC and the restructuring of its balance sheet and shareholders.
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Practice head
Samuel Marbacher; Alexander Wyss; Martin Furrer