Chambers Review
Lenz & Staehelin possesses a robust commercial litigation practice that is routinely mandated on complex multi-jurisdictional cases. The law firm frequently advises clients on post-M&A and banking litigation. The department displays notable activity on commercial agreement disputes. Lenz & Staehelin has a strong reputation in corporate investigations and representation in criminal proceedings. It advises corporates on bribery, fraud and misappropriation of funds litigation. The lawyers also assist clients with asset recovery, embezzlement, money laundering and insider trading cases.
Work Highlights
- Lenz & Staehelin successfully represented Bank Julius Baer in appeal proceedings stemming from a dispute about whether the bank has the right to refuse execution of transactions which would violate US sanctions law.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They were able to capture a complex subject quickly, understand our situation and needs and work out an appropriate strategy."
"The firm is very responsive and the team communicates in an addressee-oriented manner, meaning the lawyers are always easy to understand and to the point, and are very conducive to effective and economical litigation."
"They were able to capture a complex subject quickly, understand our situation and needs and work out an appropriate strategy."
"The firm is very responsive and the team communicates in an addressee-oriented manner, meaning the lawyers are always easy to understand and to the point, and are very conducive to effective and economical litigation."
Notable Practitioners
Martin Burkhardt is renowned for his expertise in handling commercial disputes. He represents clients in post-M&A cases and enforcement proceedings.
Daniel Tunik assists clients with banking litigation and supply agreement disputes. He has further experience advising on disputes in the energy sector.
"Daniel Tunik is calm during disputes and has excellent knowledge of the industry."
Miguel Oural has notable expertise in white-collar crime mandates, including fraud and insider trading cases.
Harold Frey has experience in complex commercial litigation, including post-M&A disputes.
"He quickly understood our situation, and it was impressive how fast he became familiar with the case and could support us with developing the right strategy."
"Harold Frey is concise, sharp and to the point."
Dominique Müller has experience representing clients in corporate and banking disputes, including those alleging negligent advice and construction issues.
Hikmat Maleh acts for clients during proceedings and investigations related to insider trading, bribery, fraud and money laundering.
Ranked Lawyers at
Lenz & Staehelin
Switzerland