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Bär & Karrer Ltd

International & Cross-Border Transactions

Global Guide 2026 : Switzerland


Bär & Karrer Ltd

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International & Cross-Border Transactions - Switzerland

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Bar & Karrer is a top-tier Swiss law firm with offices in Zürich, Basel, St Moritz, Geneva, Lugano and Zug. The team offers excellent international capabilities through seamless cooperation with other leading law firms across the world. The firm's formidable reputation makes it a popular choice for Swiss and international clients, including major corporations and financial institutions.

The team is highly rated across a range of transactional and contentious practice areas. The key pillars for international transactional work include M&A, banking, capital markets and tax. The firm handles both inbound and outbound matters, such as assisting Swiss lenders with outbound financing mandates and representing non-Swiss buyers investing in Swiss targets.

In the contentious space, the team is recognised for its market-leading arbitration, litigation and white-collar crime practice groups. Cross-border work includes the handling of disputes relating to data, planning, real estate and construction, as well as acting in ICC arbitrations and a variety of national rules arbitrations.

Strengths

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  • They have vast experience and are extremely effective in handling international and cross-jurisdictional matters. The legal team could easily 'move' between US, European and Swiss legal landscapes.

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  • Bär & Karrer have an experienced team and a global network for specific country issues.

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  • Their team is highly responsive, discreet, and trusted with complex, sensitive issues involving cross-border implications.

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  • What distinguishes this department is a combination of professionalism, strong technical skills, and a deep understanding of cross-border matters.

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