Frequently operating on a cross-border scale for global clients, Baker McKenzie Switzerland AG is well-versed in a litany of complex issues, extending from tax litigation and transfer pricing to corporate finance and M&A, among a range of other mandates. Practice leader Kilian Perroulaz, who is well regarded for his ‘outstanding tax knowledge’, fields a varied practice that encompasses business restructurings, tax planning and tax rulings, to name a few, while Hans Koch retains an established presence on the corporate, capital markets and private equity side. The ’technically strong’ Susanne Liebel-Kotz possesses extensive experience in international tax planning and M&A. Other key members include Mario Kumschick, Andrea Bolliger, and tax director Balthasar Denger.
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Testimonials
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‘Strong international network.'
'Responsive and practical advice given.’
‘Personal approach and capable of comprehending complex tax challenges faced by the company in a short time. Practical approach to solutions.’
‘Excellent industry knowledge.'
Technical know-how.’
‘Kilian Perroulaz has outstanding tax knowledge.'
‘International network of law firms with a great reputation. Broad know-how.’
‘Susanne Liebel-Kotz is technically strong in Swiss and German tax law. Pragmatic and solution oriented.’
Key clients
- Arbonia
- Bank Julius Baer
- Bio-Rad
- Commerzbank and Credit Suisse
- Investis group
- Luzerner Kantonalbank AG
- Nestle
- Numab Theraputics
- Planzer
- Sumitomo Rubber Industries
Work highlights
Advised Numab Therapeutics AG on a definitive agreement whereby Johnson & Johnson acquired Yellow Jersey Therapeutics, a previously wholly owned subsidiary of Numab spun-off to Numab's shareholders.
Advised the building supplier Arbonia on the competitive sale process with several bidders of its climate division, for an enterprise value of EUR 760m, to Midea Electrics Netherlands B.V., a company of Midea Group.
Advised Swissroc Industrial Opportunities (CH) SA and Groupe Orllati SA on their acquisition of approximately 60,000 square metres of freehold land in the heart of Geneva's Zone Industrielle de Meyrin Satigny (ZIMEYSA) from the Stellantis Group in a share deal.
Lawyers
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Kilian Perroulaz
Other key lawyers
Hans Koch; Susanne Liebel-Kotz; Mario Kumschick; Andrea Bolliger; Balthasar Denger