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Pestalozzi

Restructuring/Insolvency

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Pestalozzi

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Provided by Pestalozzi

Pestalozzi is advising creditors, corporate debtors and investors in distressed situations and possible restructurings. The team represents troubled companies and their executives in restructuring and insolvency matters. Pestalozzi’s specialist areas include cross-border issues before Swiss courts in bankruptcy-related litigation involving the coordination of civil and criminal proceedings. In addition, Pestalozzi is conducting large-scale asset recovery actions as well as refinancing and restructuring of existing debt.

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Restructuring/Insolvency - Switzerland

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
Pestalozzi is a recognised team advising on cross-border asset recovery and insolvency proceedings. The law firm also acts on restructurings, with a strong client base among domestic and international banking institutions. The team assists foreign liquidators with Swiss bankruptcy proceedings, including the enforcement of foreign bankruptcy declarations. It also represents clients in bankruptcy litigation requiring the coordination of private and criminal claims, drawing on the strength of its litigation department.
Notable practitioners

Andreas Lienhard and Christophe Emonet are key points of contact for clients.

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Strengths

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  • The lawyers at Pestalozzi have a good understanding of practical applications.

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  • The Pestalozzi team works with extensive expertise and a very pragmatic approach.

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  • Pestalozzi is very reliable in meeting deadlines.

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Members

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  • Christophe Emonet

  • Michael Kramer

  • Florian Mohs

  • Ludivine Boisard

  • Christian Leuenberger

  • Nicolas C. Herren

  • Franz Schubiger

  • Thomas Rohner

    Head of Department

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