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Lenz & Staehelin ranks as the law firm with the longest tradition in tax law expertise in Switzerland. The firm focused on tax matters, at the time a highly unusual choice. Ever since then it has been our ambition to provide the best technical and still practical tax advice in the country. Lenz & Staehelin ranks as leading firm in the field of tax law in all major league tables.
We cover all aspects of tax planning, and represent our clients in court proceedings and in front of tax authorities. Diligent tax planning is a high priority for any forward-looking company or individual, particularly in the context of international business transactions and a changing world of transparency when tax optimization also has to take into account ethical standards. We provide our clients with comprehensive and expert advice on inter-cantonal and cross-border matters, and we benefit from strong ties to leading law firms all over the world and excellent contacts to all relevant tax administrations in Switzerland.
The strong academic ties of our attorneys and networking with all major stakeholders in the Swiss tax community assure access to the latest trends and developments in tax law. Over decades of thorough and fair negotiations, we have gained an excellent reputation as trustworthy attorneys with governmental authorities.
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Lenz & Staehelin advised The Shyft Group on the tax structuring aspects of its merger with Aebi Schmidt Group.
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Lenz & Staehelin are the best in Switzerland, combining technical expertise, pragmatism and a business-oriented approach.
Lenz & Staehelin pay great attention to detail while keeping a firm eye on the commercial drivers. The team are also approachable, available and pragmatic.
Lenz & Staehelin understand that Swiss tax is not an island on its own; they know how it integrates with non-Swiss tax issues and the business goals of their clients.
Lenz & Staehelin's team is agile, possesses excellent tax knowledge and implements tax theory into practical solutions.
The lawyers at Lenz & Staehelin have amazing technical skills in Swiss and international tax law and are extremely reliable.
Lenz & Staehelin are the best in Switzerland, combining technical expertise, pragmatism and a business-oriented approach.
Lenz & Staehelin pay great attention to detail while keeping a firm eye on the commercial drivers. The team are also approachable, available and pragmatic.
Lenz & Staehelin understand that Swiss tax is not an island on its own; they know how it integrates with non-Swiss tax issues and the business goals of their clients.
Lenz & Staehelin's team is agile, possesses excellent tax knowledge and implements tax theory into practical solutions.
The lawyers at Lenz & Staehelin have amazing technical skills in Swiss and international tax law and are extremely reliable.
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Jean-Blaise Eckert has a great client approach and a strong understanding of what is needed, listening to our aims, delivering guidance and taking feedback on board.
Jean-Blaise Eckert is a prestigious and renowned tax lawyer. He is easy to work with, friendly and takes a pragmatic approach.

Floran Ponce is very strong on tax matters.
Floran Ponce knows how to get things done and achieves all of my objectives as my legal representative, just as promised.
Floran Ponce always has the big picture in mind with complete oversight, and is able to very quickly connect the dots.

Daniel Schafer assists clients with the tax consequences of divestments, mergers and internal restructurings, as well as withholding tax issues.
Daniel Schafer has an excellent appreciation of the issues and quickly grasps our aims.
Daniel Schafer knows our business, has added value with excellent tax advice and is fully aware of commercial developments, keeping us informed of these.
Daniel Schafer is a smart and pragmatic lawyer.
Daniel Schafer is very smart and, in terms of the quality of his work, I would really recommend him.

Pascal Hinny assists clients with double tax treaty issues, as well as advising on the tax structuring of corporate and capital markets transactions. His practice also encompasses withholding tax and VAT issues, in addition to tax litigation.
Pascal Hinny is an extremely responsive and reliable practitioner. In addition, he has fantastic soft skills.
He has an exceptional understanding of Swiss tax laws and our business model and has consistently delivered outstanding work within the agreed timeframe.
Pascal Hinny is an all-round genius who is professionally strong and solution-oriented.

Frédéric Neukomm assists with the tax structuring of corporate transactions, as well as indirect taxation issues and interactions with the tax authorities.
Frédéric Neukomm is our first address for complex tax issues.

Rébecca Dorasamy is an increasingly prominent lawyer who advises clients on a variety of tax matters, including the tax elements of corporate restructurings, transfer pricing and withholding tax issues.
Rébecca Dorasamy is very proactive and offers a good service.
Rébecca Dorasamy offers a different perspective on issues.






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Franziska Stadtherr-Glättli

Head of Department
Lucien Masmejan
Lukas Aebi
María Josefa Palmero-Areán

Head of Department
Rébecca Dorasamy
Stephan Brandner
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