Considered a ‘knowledge leader in Swiss real estate’, Niederer Kraft Frey AG is a tour-de-force in relation to a diverse litany of property acquisitions and investments, development projects and real estate restructurings, and the group is routinely entrusted by notable banks, funds and private investors for assistance with multi-faceted mandates. The group is headed by Andreas F Vögeli, who is highly experienced in a varied range of real estate transactions and hotel and leisure projects. Fabiano Menghini handles a significant volume of structuring, asset transfers and share deals, while Marc Iynedjian is equipped to handle complex energy infrastructure projects. Annina Fey and Oliver Zbinden are other key names to note in the practice.
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Témoignages
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‘Knowledge leader in Swiss real estate. Diverse team. Communication was also very good.’
‘Fabiano Menghini is a dynamic, agile, knowledge leader. Andreas Vögeli is well experienced.’
‘NKF is exceptionally well-suited for clients in the Swiss real estate market due to its expertise in navigating the country’s complex regulatory framework, particularly Lex Koller. This is critical for international investors looking to enter the market.'
- 'For clients in Switzerland, NKF's blend of regulatory expertise, tax strategy, and innovative financing solutions makes them a top choice for sophisticated real estate projects.’
‘Working with Niederer Kraft Frey’s real estate team is a unique experience due to the personal dedication and diverse expertise each individual brings.'
- 'Andreas Vögeli stands out for his ability to blend legal precision with practical business insights. His approach makes navigating complex transactions feel more straightforward and manageable, which is incredibly reassuring.'
- 'I’ve particularly valued Annina Fey’s attention to detail and her commitment to getting things right. She’s someone who takes the time to ensure that every contract is clear and accurate, helping smooth over any potential issues before they escalate. Her support during construction-related matters has been invaluable.'
- 'Oliver Zbinden’s deep knowledge of public law, particularly zoning and construction regulations, provides a solid backbone for the team. He’s incredibly reliable, which makes him great to work with under tight deadlines.'
Clients clés
- Helvetia Versicherungen
- Palero (Fischer Söhne AG)
- Coop
- Ina Invest Holding AG
- Mettler Entwickler AG
- Swiss Finance Property AG
- Swisscom Immobilien AG
- AXA Investment Managers (Schweiz) AG
- Credit Suisse Asset Management AG
- Mikron Switzerland AG
Points forts
- Advising Foxstone on various real estate and contract law matters in relation to deals conducted over its platform.
- Advising Credit Suisse (now: UBS Fund Management (Switzerland) SA) on various sales of residential and mixed used buildings in different cantons of Switzerland.
- Advised the BVK Personalvorsorge des Kantons Zürich/Pension Fund of the Canton of Zurich on a wide range of complex legal issues in relation to the development of a former industrial site, proceedings in connection with the construction of a major road construction project and expropriation proceedings.
Avocats
Hall of Fame
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Responsable de la pratique
Andreas F Vögeli
Autres avocats clés
Fabiano Menghini; Marc Iynedjian; Annina Fey; Oliver Zbinden