Litigation & Enforcement
Strategic Advocacy in Swiss Civil and Commercial Litigation
We represent clients in complex civil and commercial proceedings before the Swiss courts in all Swiss cantons and in all national languages, covering all aspects of litigation. With our extensive and profound expertise in litigation, with respect to both substance and procedure, we ensure comprehensive protection of our client’s interests. We advocate for our clients with vehemence, persistence, and perseverance in order to protect our client’s interests in every respect. Our strategic thinking and clear communication allows us to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.
We represent clients before all Swiss courts and authorities, including higher instances, with an unwavering commitment to efficiency and excellence.
Our firm has a strong focus on general commercial disputes, particularly those before Switzerland’s four Commercial Courts. Additionally, we possess in-depth experience in disputes between banks and their clients relating to investment advice, asset management, and financing transactions.
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International legal assistance involves cooperation between authorities and courts of different states in the conduct of cross-border proceedings. In criminal matters, this includes mutual assistance for the freezing and handing over of assets. The Swiss International Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters Act allows for surrendering illegally acquired assets to the requesting state or the injured party based on foreign confiscation orders (asset recovery).
We assist clients in all aspects of mutual legal assistance, both in civil and criminal matters. Our services encompass representing clients in international judicial assistance proceedings. Specifically, we advocate for clients involved in asset freezing proceedings in Switzerland linked to foreign civil or criminal cases.
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We have broad experience in managing and monitoring complex international litigation across multiple jurisdictions. Due to our global network of correspondent lawyers in various jurisdictions, we are in the strong position to conduct cross-border proceedings, taking into account the nuances of foreign jurisdictions, ensuring seamless coordination and effective representation for our clients.
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We represent clients in litigation in employment matters, serving the needs of both employers and employees. We provide assistance with the conclusion and termination of employment and mandate agreements, and ongoing support by drafting new internal regulations and addressing day-to-day employment-related matters. Our expertise ensures that our clients receive effective advice and, if needed, representation in court.
We advise and represent private individuals and companies in all aspects of tenancy law, including proceedings before conciliation boards and landlord/tenant courts. Our services encompass editing and reviewing tenancy agreements, and we offer advice on various tenancy-related matters such as rent increase/reduction, defects in the rental property, and other issues that may arise during the course of a tenancy.
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We advocate for our clients in Swiss court proceedings related to contested wills, inheritance property agreements, and estate administration matters. Our expertise extends to various inheritance litigation scenarios, including disputes over asset distribution, challenges to testamentary documents, claims of inheritance rights by omitted heirs, and conflicts arising from complex family dynamics. With a deep understanding of Swiss inheritance law and courtroom experience, we provide strategic representation to protect our clients’ interests in the best way possible.
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As important as it is to obtain a judgment in favor of our clients, it is just as important to monitor the subsequent enforcement. Our strategic way of thinking enables us to identify potential obstacles to enforcement at an early stage.
Once assets are located in Switzerland, we help our clients to enforce foreign judgments in Switzerland. We have a wealth of experience in freezing assets and ensuring their subsequent realization for the benefit of our clients. We are strong in conducting cross-border proceedings as well as in supporting the recognition of foreign proceedings in Switzerland.