Clients consistently highlight Homburger’s ability to deliver ‘tailor-made solutions for each individual case’ and praise its command of technology M&A, complex outsourcing and cloud transformation projects, and mandates involving fintech, AI and digital infrastructure. The practice is led by Gregor Bühler, whose expertise in regulatory and contentious TMT issues is highly valued. Luca Dal Molin and Georg Rauber are also regarded for cutting-edge technology and digital transformation work. The partners are supported by Philippe Baumann, who advises clients on software and other IT-related matters.
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IP/IT, Technology and Digital Economy, China Focus Group
Position

Counsel. Philippe Baumann specializes in transactional IP and IT matters, regularly advising clients in the areas of R&D, licensing, services, IT projects, and sourcing and distribution. He has extensive experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements. In addition to his legal expertise, he has practical experience in software development.

Career

University of Zurich: BLaw 2013, MLaw 2017. University of Hong Kong: MM.L. 2015. Bar admission 2018. Joined Homburger in 2016 and was promoted to counsel in 2026 after a secondment at Ropes & Gray, Boston.

Languages
German, English.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The Homburger team are the best in the business. They get all my referrals and are a pleasure to work with.’

  • ‘Luca Dal Molin is the standout lawyer in Switzerland. He really gets our business.’

Key clients

  • Google
  • IonQ

Work highlights

Advised IonQ on the cross-border acquisition of a majority stake in ID Quantique.