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Kellerhals Carrard

Investment Funds

Global Guide 2026 : Switzerland

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Kellerhals Carrard

Rankings

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Investment Funds - Switzerland

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Kellerhals Carrard has a notable team with particular strength in acting for domestic and international clients on the structuring, registration, listing and distribution of funds. The law firm is sought after for Swiss regulatory advice for fund platforms from Ireland and Luxembourg. Kellerhals Carrard represents asset managers, hedge funds and banks, and assists with a range of funds, such as pension funds, exchange-traded funds and venture capital funds. The law firm also handles tax questions relating to investment funds.

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Work Highlights

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  • Kellerhals Carrard assisted Man Group with the structuring of funds across multiple jurisdictions, as well as subsequent FINMA registration procedures.

Strengths

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  • Kellerhals Carrard's expertise has been instrumental in ensuring our operations remain aligned with Swiss legal and regulatory standards.

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  • The team demonstrates a deep understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects, with a strong commercial orientation and a commitment to exceptional dedication and responsiveness.

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  • There is very broad and in-depth expertise across the whole team, from senior partner to associate level.

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  • The team consistently demonstrates a fast reaction time, providing timely and reliable legal support, even under tight deadlines.

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  • The advice is based on broad and long experience and the lawyers have a practical approach to the questions at hand. It is obvious that they understand the business behind our questions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Dominik Oberholzer
    Dominik Oberholzer

    Dominik Oberholzer

    Dominik Oberholzer is well-versed in matters relating to the regulatory requirements for funds and fund managers. He regularly appears before the Swiss regulators seeking registration for funds and is further experienced in advising on collective investment schemes and fund distribution matters.

    • Dominik Oberholzer is a trustworthy partner with extensive subject matter knowledge and a relentless focus on delivering responsive and quality advice.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal

    • We have always felt that he has very strong legal knowledge and expertise in Swiss financial markets, financial regulations and the fund industry.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal

    • Dominik Oberholzer demonstrates strong and extraordinary expertise and commitment.

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  • Armin Kühne
    Armin Kühne

    Armin Kühne

    Armin Kühne demonstrates strength in the structuring and incorporation of funds, including licensing applications before FINMA. He is retained by a number of important asset managers and banks.

    • Armin has very strong communication skills and an excellent ability to summarise and structure complex legal projects.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal

    • Armin Kühne is a great and extremely well-qualified expert in the area of funds and asset management.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal

    • Armin is highly professional, approachable and committed to delivering tailored support.

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    • Armin Kühne is a very experienced specialist who provides very focused and efficient cooperation.

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    • Armin Kühne offers very good theoretical and practical knowledge with a pragmatic approach.

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  • Luca Bianchi
    Luca Bianchi

    Luca Bianchi

    Luca Bianchi acts for asset managers and financial institutions on regulatory questions, as well as the structuring and registration of funds.

    • Luca Bianchi is a strong professional with demonstrated expertise in the Swiss market. He is known for delivering high-quality legal and regulatory support with quick turnaround times.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal

    • Luca Bianchi is very client-focused and committed to achieving defined goals.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal

    • Luca is a very skilled senior lawyer who responds quickly and renders solution-oriented, yet risk-aware, legal advice. Our company highly appreciates his services.

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