‘A well-oiled machine’, Lenz & Staehelin is regarded as a tour-de-force in the banking and finance field, with its capabilities spanning a multitude of issues, from acquisition and sustainability-linked financings, to refinancings and restructurings. The team is well-positioned to advise a varied roster of clients, including domestic and international based clients. The team is helmed by Shelby R. du Pasquier, who is routinely entrusted by a plethora of private equity, hedge funds, and fund managers with regulatory issues and internal investigations, while François Rayroux principally focuses on regulatory developments. Another key name to note is Olivier Stahler, who is highly experienced in managing domestic and international financing transactions, and David Ledermann is well-versed in complex equity financing and M&A transactions. Fedor Poskriakov is well-positioned to advise on banking, securities, and finance law particularly within the remit of fintech. Other recommended names include Valérie Menoud, Laurence Vogt Scholler, and Isy Isaac Sakkal.
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Témoignages
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‘The entire team works like a well-oiled machine. We particularly appreciated the collaboration of all team members and their high level of diligence and proficiency.'
'The firm projects also a strong, sophisticated corporate image that reflects its position as a premier legal services provider. Their professionalism is mirrored not only in the legal work done but also in the way they present themselves, whether in meetings or communications.’
‘Highly professional, friendly and a very positive approach.’
‘Olivier Stahler is excellent, pragmatic and solution-oriented.’
‘The team has provided outstanding legal expertise, delivering comprehensive and impeccable work. Particularly proactive, they really get it.’
- 'A go-to lawyer practitioner for complex matters in the banking sector, Valérie Menoud excels in navigating intricate regulatory and compliance issues. Whether it involves corporate reorganizations, governance, or cutting-edge areas such as ESG and sustainable finance, Valérie consistently demonstrates an impressive ability to address both immediate concerns and long-term strategic considerations.'
‘When it gets complex, this is the team you want to have with you. They are very well respected, renowned, and considered in Switzerland and abroad. Excellent strategic thinkers and highly qualified and knowledgeable.’
‘David Ledermann plays in his own league with an unparalleled combination of thought leadership, experience and pragmatism.’
Clients clés
- ABB
- ABN AMRO
- Accelleron
- Ardian
- Ares Life Sciences
- Waypoint
- Arxada
- Autoneum
- Aviva Investors Global Services
- Banque Lombard Odier & Cie SA
Points forts
- Represented Pictet Group in the resolution of a US tax dispute after an 11-year investigation.
- Acted as legal advisor to Swissquote Bank in relation to the structuring and implementation of Yuh, a new online digital banking platform and app to be operated together with PostFinance for retail investors in Switzerland.
- Assisted Newgame and Bruellan investor group with the takeover of GAM Holding AG.
Avocats
Hall of Fame
Avocats au sommet de leur profession, largement reconnus et respectés par l'ensemble du marché pour leur expertise éprouvée et leur intervention récurrente et longue date dans les dossiers les plus complexes et prestigieux.
Les grands avocats du marché
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Meilleurs collaborateurs
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Responsable de la pratique
Shelby R. du Pasquier
Autres avocats clés
François Rayroux; Olivier Stahler; David Ledermann; Fedor Poskriakov; Valérie Menoud; Laurence Vogt Scholler; Isy Isaac Sakkal