gbf Attorneys-at-law Ltd‘s leading transport practice group often advises airlines, manufacturers, shipping companies, re-insurance companies, and banks in relation to aviation and other transport matters. It particularly stands out for its work in the aviation sector, which includes assisting clients with legal issues relating to the design, production, maintenance, and operation of aircrafts. Key individual Lars Gerspacher is renowned in the areas of transport-related insurance, aviation, maritime, transport, and trade law. Notably, Laurent Chassot is one of the few lawyers in the country whose work is almost exclusively dedicated to aerospace matters. Philippe Wenker is particularly well known in the aircraft finance field.
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‘gbf Attorneys-at-law Ltd combines excellent technical knowledge with an ability to integrate business issues into its analysis. They have a unique industry focus and are, in my view, the leading Swiss law firm in the fields of aviation, shipping, and transport financing.’
‘Lars Gerspacher is the go-to person for aviation and shipping matters at gbf. He has notable expertise in acquisition finance matters combined with a strong commercial mindset.’
‘Incomparable experience in Switzerland in a wide range of aviation law services (regulatory/litigation).’
‘Laurent Chassot is extremely smart, very knowledgeable about aviation law and has a great practical mind.’
‘Lars Gerspacher - Outstanding expertise in the field of transportation law.’
‘Lars Gerspacher quickly recognizes what is important and finds efficient solutions. In addition to technical (marine) insurance know-how, he has good negotiating skills.’
‘Excellent law firm for aviation law.’
‘gbf is a specialised firm in transport matters and has leading experts.’
Key clients
- Allianz Commercial
- AIG Europe S.A.
- Allianz Suisse
- AXA Assurances SA
- AXA XL
- Chubb Insurance
- DHL
- Ergo Insurance
- Fly 7 Executive Aviation SA
- Global Aerospace Underwriting Managers
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Practice head
Laurent Chassot; Lars Gerspacher; Nando Stauffer von May; Philippe Wenker; Marco Novoselac