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Blesi & Papa

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Blesi & Papa was established in 2007 by Alfred Blesi and Roberta Papa. Blesi & Papa handles all facets of individual and collective employment law, pensions, social security and related areas on non-contentious and contentious matters, including litigation in court and representation of clients before arbitral tribunals and administrative agencies. 

Being the first law firm in Switzerland exclusively dedicated to these areas of practice, Blesi & Papa serves an international clientele, predominantly enterprises, with the highest level of expertise. The firm is also regularly consulted by other law firms in Switzerland and abroad to assist in employment, pension and social security law matters.

Clients (5)

  • UBS
  • Syngenta
  • Unilever
  • Rockwell Automation
  • Credit Suisse AG

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Employment - Switzerland

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Blesi & Papa is a highly regarded boutique with an outstanding reputation for employment contracts as well as mass dismissals. The law firm frequently advises on bonus claims and executive hires and terminations, in addition to assisting with investigations. The team is active in the areas of pensions and social security, acting for both employers and employees. It boasts additional expertise in immigration and data protection matters.
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Strengths

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  • One of Blesi & Papa's strengths is its ability to always provide concise answers with concrete solutions.

    Employment respondentEurope

  • The team of Blesi & Papa is very client-oriented, extremely competent and flexible, with strong knowledge.

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  • They have great knowledge of labour law and understand our business and company very well. They can therefore give very good guidance on our cases.

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  • What truly distinguishes Blesi & Papa’s employment department is its combination of high legal expertise, human approach and strong business sense.

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  • The team is highly reliable, provides clear and to-the-point advice and is always readily available when needed.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Alfred Blesi
    Alfred Blesi

    Alfred Blesi

    Alfred Blesi handles a wide range of employment matters, with particular activity advising on relocations at all levels and social security issues.

    • He is a clear leader with vast experience in the field of employment law.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • He is known as the pope of labour law in the German-speaking part of Switzerland. He has published a lot of books and has extensive knowledge of labour law.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • Alfred Blesi is the best in Switzerland, no doubt.

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  • Roberta Papa
    Roberta Papa

    Roberta Papa

    Roberta Papa assists clients with a wide range of employment mandates, including pensions matters and contracts. She additionally handles working time disputes and the employment aspects of corporate reorganisations.

    • What I really like about her is that she has the orientation of the employer. She thinks as if she is us, which is an important prerequisite.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • Roberta Papa is somebody who listens to you and acts really quickly. She not only fights but also finds mutually agreeable points with the other party. She is a brilliant lawyer.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • She is very dedicated and takes a pragmatic approach.

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  • René Hirsiger
    René Hirsiger

    René Hirsiger

    René Hirsiger acts on a variety of employment matters, ranging from social security issues to litigation. He also assists with mass dismissals, employment contract reviews and the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements.

    • He is very to the point, pragmatic and reliable.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • With René Hirsiger, I always feel in good hands and receive clear options with the associated risks. That is invaluable!

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  • Thomas Pietruszak
    Thomas Pietruszak

    Thomas Pietruszak

    Thomas Pietruszak is known for his ability to handle complex employment matters. He is active advising clients on contracts and assisting with internal investigations and employment litigation.

    • Thomas Pietruszak always fights for his clients.

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  • Nina Rabaeus
    Nina Rabaeus

    Nina Rabaeus

    Nina Rabaeus is a recognised name in the market for advising on cross-border employment issues. Her experience includes advising on employee transfers and restructurings, in addition to assisting with applications for various employment permits.

    • Nina Rabaeus is known for her clarity in translating complex legal matters into understandable and actionable advice tailored to the client’s context.

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    • Nina has always been very responsive and able to provide excellent guidance all the time.

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    • Nina Rabaeus is very customer-oriented, extremely competent and flexible.

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