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CMS

Restructuring/Insolvency

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Restructuring/Insolvency - Switzerland

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

CMS represents creditors and investors in bankruptcy and moratorium proceedings, and it is well versed in advising companies in severe financial distress. Its lawyers often act as administrators appointed by the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority, FINMA.

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Work Highlights

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  • CMS advised the German insolvency administrator of OpenLimit

    SignCubes AG on a cross-border insolvency involving its Swiss subsidiary.

Strengths

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  • The CMS team has a very sharp focus on providing pragmatic and commercial advice.

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  • The CMS team is available at all times and has a large internal pool of know-how.

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  • CMS has a strong understanding of economic principles, a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach and good availability.

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  • CMS has very deep knowledge of Swiss and international restructuring and insolvency laws, providing diligent and sound advice.

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  • CMS is simply excellent.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Marjolaine Jakob
    Marjolaine Jakob

    Marjolaine Jakob

    Marjolaine Jakob has a varied restructuring and insolvency practice, including distressed M&A and insolvency proceedings and litigation. She is adept at advising both creditors and debtors.

    • Marjolaine Jakob is an excellent lawyer with broad and in-depth specialist knowledge.

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    • Marjolaine Jakob provides quick responses and is very customer-oriented.

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    • Marjolaine Jakob is good when it comes to complex, cross-border situations.

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    • Marjolaine Jakob is top notch in Swiss restructuring and insolvency matters.

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