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Niederer Kraft Frey

Capital Markets

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NKF has played an instrumental role in the development of the Swiss capital markets. In well over 5,000 transactions over the past three decades, we have advised all major domestic and international market participants. Our team of over 20 capital markets lawyers is a recognised market leader and our strength is demonstrated by top-tier rankings from all major legal directories.

  • We regularly advise on the largest and most complex capital market transactions and have been at the forefront of the development of new and innovative capital market products for many years.
  • We advise our banking and insurance clients on the structuring of novel hybrid and other innovative regulatory capital instruments and on the regulatory capital treatment of capital market transactions.
  • We also support our clients in complying with their ongoing obligations as public companies and other securities and regulatory matters.
  • The high volume and complexity of the transactions our capital markets lawyers are exposed to ensure that we keep abreast of breaking issues and developments in securities laws and capital markets and allow us to leverage this expertise to the benefit of our clients.
  • We are recognised representatives at SIX and maintain excellent relationships with other regulators. As members of various expert and supervisory bodies and through our involvement in legal publications, we contribute continuously to the development and implementation of the Swiss regulatory framework.

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Capital Markets - Switzerland

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Niederer Kraft Frey is an outstanding team for IPOs and securitisation transactions. The practice is regularly mandated by issuers and financial institutions for international rights offerings. The law firm boasts standout specialised expertise covering prospectus drafting. The practice is highly esteemed for debt transactions, with particular expertise advising on bond issuances. The lawyers also have significant experience in regulatory matters.

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Work Highlights

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  • Niederer Kraft Frey advised EQT on a pre-IPO reorganisation of HBX Group’s corporate structure, as well as the IPO of its portfolio company.

Strengths

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  • The Niederer Kraft Frey team are extremely knowledgeable and experienced. They are definitely able to deliver the best advice on the most complex situations.

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  • They have a very quick and reliable approach, with an outstanding understanding of the business needs. They perfectly combine deep legal knowledge and insight into relevant markets and client needs.

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  • Niederer Kraft Frey offers an unrivalled track record and expertise in the Swiss market, as well as hands-on commitment from all senior lawyers on the deal.

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  • Niederer Kraft Frey have intimate and deep knowledge of Swiss capital markets. They have a solution-driven approach and are ready to consider innovations or new approaches.

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  • The Niederer Kraft Frey team are extremely dependable and show the highest level of experience in capital markets, and in particular the nuances of the local Swiss market.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Philippe A Weber
    Philippe A Weber

    Philippe A Weber

    Philippe Weber is highly esteemed for advising both issuers and banking syndicates on high-profile IPOs. He also stands out for his notable experience in rights offerings, accelerated bookbuilds and private placements.

    • Philippe Weber is a super senior and knowledgeable partner who provides invaluable advice. If someone is looking for a one-stop shop, he is the partner you want to speak with.

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    • Philippe Weber likes complex problems and finding the right solution. He gives clear and strong advice on difficult topics, which carries weight.

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    • Philippe Weber is the elder statesman of Swiss capital markets law. He is down to earth, solution-oriented, not afraid to speak his mind and gives honest advice.

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    • Philippe Weber is our preferred senior legal partner in Switzerland.

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    • Philippe Weber is one of the most commercial lawyers I have worked with. He always tries to find the right solution for his clients.

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  • Daniel Bono
    Daniel Bono

    Daniel Bono

    Daniel Bono frequently assists issuers with bond issuances. He also acts for arrangers and managers on updates to bond programmes.

    • Daniel Bono is invariably prompt, diligent and incredibly commercial in the advice he offers.

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    • Daniel has deep knowledge and extensive experience in capital markets. He understands Swiss and international capital markets practices well, as well as what works for investors and underwriters.

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    • Daniel Bono is one of the most knowledgeable partners in the law firm and is always available to assist.

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    • Daniel Bono is able to think outside of the box when it comes to new financing structures and strategies for clients.

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  • Philip Spoerlé
    Philip Spoerlé

    Philip Spoerlé

    Philip Spoerlé has experience advising chemical sector clients and banks on the issuance and placement of bonds.

    • Philip Spoerlé is exceptionally strong, has in-depth knowledge and is very commercial. He is exceptionally well connected in Switzerland and internationally.

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    • Philip Spoerlé has outstanding knowledge, both of legal matters and of the banking industry in Switzerland. He can be reached at all times and has a unique focus on our needs.

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    • He demonstrates the same high level of professionalism and client service that we value so much at Niederer Kraft Frey. His advice is always thoughtful, clear and to the point.

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    • Philip Spoerlé is my first contact for innovative transactional work.

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    • Philip Spoerlé delivers instant replies, offers the highest level of due diligence and care, and provides excellent strategic advice.

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  • Andrea Giger
    Andrea Giger

    Andrea Giger

    Andrea Giger represents multinational clients in domestic and cross-border capital markets transactions, such as tokenised financings, as well as the placement and issuance of high-value bonds. She is also capable of handling IPOs and the structuring of private and public M&A transactions.

    • Andrea Giger is exceptionally strong, has in-depth knowledge and is very commercial.

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    • Andrea Giger is exceptionally competent and has an impressive ability to provide spot-on advice across a wide range of legal topics. Most importantly, she delivers answers we can truly work with.

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    • Andrea Giger is a very diligent and extremely professional lawyer with longstanding relationships and a high level of sophistication.

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    • Andrea Giger is always on point. Her support is fast, pragmatic and solution-oriented.

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  • Deirdre Ní Annracháin
    Deirdre Ní Annracháin

    Deirdre Ní Annracháin

    Deirdre Ní Annracháin offers ample experience advising clients on a broad range of equity capital markets mandates, including IPOs, capital increases and rights offerings.

    • Deirdre Ní Annracháin is a very knowledgeable and committed lawyer.

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    • Deirdre Ní Annracháin is very competent and delivers high-quality work.

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    • Deirdre is very commercial and practical, acting not only within the purely legal lane but also showing a high level of capital markets prowess.

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    • Deirdre Ní Annracháin has very strong negotiation skills.

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    • Deirdre Ní Annracháin is extremely pleasant to work with and has high impact with clients.

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