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Eversheds Sutherland

Corporate/M&A

Global Guide 2026 : Switzerland

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Eversheds Sutherland

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Eversheds Sutherland is a global brand with over 70 offices across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the United States. In Switzerland, Eversheds Sutherland maintains offices in Zurich, Zug, Geneva and Berne.
The Eversheds Sutherland M&A team offers national as well as international companies and entrepreneurs target-oriented and efficient advice in all aspects of mergers & acquisitions (M&A) transactions and takeover regulations. We deliver pragmatic, economically viable and innovative solutions whereby we emphasise project management, cost control and communication. Eversheds Sutherland combines in-depth local knowhow with the necessary international expertise.

Our services include:

  • planning, structuring and implementing national and international M&A transactions
  • representing in negotiations
  • due diligence reviews and post-transaction integration
  • drafting of all contracts and legal documents
  • obtaining permits, licenses and tax rulings.

Clients (8)

  • DuPont de Nemours, USA
  • Heinz, USA
  • Ineos, Switzerland/UK
  • Monsanto, USA
  • MeadWestvaco, USA
  • Parker Hannifin Corp., USA
  • Tyco, USA
  • Swiss Post

Industries (5)

  • Diversified industrials
  • Financial institutions
  • Health care/Life science
  • IT
  • Transport

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A - Switzerland

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Eversheds Sutherland advises on a number of inbound and outbound transactions, acting for international clients on the acquisition of Swiss companies, as well as representing shareholders in the divestment of Swiss companies to international buyers. The team often assists with cross-border restructurings, joint ventures, mergers, spin-offs and private equity transactions. The law firm is well placed to advise clients from a broad range of sectors including energy and technology.

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Work Highlights

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  • Eversheds Sutherland advised Edwards Lifesciences on the USD4.2 billion sale of its critical care business to BD.

Strengths

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  • The team’s collaborative mindset and clear communication help ensure that all parties are aligned and that transactions move forward smoothly and efficiently.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

  • Eversheds Sutherland's team are open, flexible, available, precise and knowledgeable.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

  • Eversheds Sutherland has a highly efficient and customer-oriented process.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

  • The lawyers at Eversheds Sutherland are pragmatic, fast and to the point.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

  • Eversheds Sutherland stand out for their combination of deep legal expertise and strong commercial awareness. The team demonstrate an exceptional ability to anticipate potential issues.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Marc Nufer
    Marc Nufer

    Marc Nufer

    Marc Nufer acts for domestic and international clients from a variety of industry sectors on domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, notably in the technology, healthcare and energy spaces. He also advises on strategic partnerships and investments.

    • It is good working with Marc Nufer.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

    • Marc Nufer is a knowledgeable, professional and available lawyer.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
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Ranked Individuals at Eversheds Sutherland (1)

Switzerland

Members

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  • Andrea Bätscher

  • Dr Michael Mosimann

  • Alexander Schütz

  • Cyril Troyanov

  • Daniel Bachmann

  • Oliver Beldi

  • Marc Nufer

    Head of Department

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  • Patrick Eberhardt

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