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Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd

Litigation

Global Guide 2026 : Switzerland


Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd

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About

Provided by Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd

Our Dispute Resolution Group features one of the largest leading practices in Switzerland. We represent clients before the Swiss courts and in arbitrations under the rules of all international institutions. We advise on pre-litigation measures and strategies, and have broad experience in coordinating and monitoring complex international litigation in many jurisdictions.

We maintain a notable record in litigation, with a particular focus on commercial and banking matters, with varied clients from private individuals and states to reputable companies.

Key types of work:

  • Counsel in domestic and international commercial litigation matters, often with a cross-border component
  • Counsel or arbitrator in high-value international commercial arbitration, sports cases and investment disputes
  • Interim relief, freezing injunctions, asset recovery, debt collection and insolvency matters
  • Enforcement of foreign judgments and arbitral awards
  • Representation of corporate clients and individuals in domestic and international criminal defence and regulatory enforcement proceedings
  • Conduct of internal investigations
  • Representation of clients in legal assistance proceedings in civil and criminal matters

Chambers Review

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Litigation - Switzerland

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Schellenberg Wittmer has an established practice offering advice to notable local and international clients on complex commercial disputes, including shareholder litigation and post-M&A disputes. The law firm also assists with banking, financial and insurance cases, in addition to advising on frozen assets and compensation matters. The department equally attracts clients for its knowledge of class actions and antitrust-related damages claims, with further expertise in bankruptcy litigation.

Strengths

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  • Schellenberg Wittmer is one of our go-to law firms in Switzerland. The team is made up of high-calibre partners who are commercial, thoughtful and extremely responsive.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • The team has continuously demonstrated exceptional legal expertise as well as professionalism, innovative thinking and a commitment to client service.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • The department is distinguished by its deep bench of highly experienced and knowledgeable lawyers who work together seamlessly to provide top-tier legal services.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • We value the team's availability and its strong experience in complex litigation matters.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • Schellenberg Wittmer is characterised by its strategic, pragmatic approach and strong multi-jurisdictional capabilities.

    Litigation respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Stefan Leimgruber
    Band 3Stefan Leimgruber

    Stefan Leimgruber

    Stefan Leimgruber advises clients across a variety of sectors, including finance and construction. His experience covers class action and injunction proceedings, as well as post-M&A disputes.
    • Stefan Leimgruber is a brilliant, pragmatic lawyer who is good at thinking outside of the box.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • Stefan Leimgruber is an excellent litigator and a very strong practitioner.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • Stefan is a very active and smart litigator.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
  • Band 3Urs Hoffmann-Nowotny
    Band 3Urs Hoffmann-Nowotny

    Urs Hoffmann-Nowotny

    Urs Hoffmann-Nowotny is well placed to assist with banking and financial disputes, with further activity in insurance litigation, insolvency disputes and antitrust work.

    • Urs Hoffmann-Nowotny understands all the different aspects of complex cases. He is very prudent and takes care of them all. He really knows his stuff.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • He digs deep into the law and and is very good at analysing complex matters. He is also easy to work with, approachable and responsive.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • Urs Hoffmann-Nowotny is a very strategic thinker who takes all factors into account and advises on the right path.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
  • Band 4Louis Burrus
    Band 4Louis Burrus

    Louis Burrus

    Louis Burrus is a well-regarded practitioner in the Swiss litigation market with experience handling complex corporate and banking disputes.

    • Louis is imaginative and very responsive, and he has good ideas.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • Louis has deep knowledge and strong experience in complex and international litigation cases. He understands and adapts to the needs of his clients.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • Louis Burrus is really responsive and immediately reachable.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • I have always been impressed by his intelligence, creativity and ability to deliver practical, client-focused solutions. He combines strong legal knowledge with excellent service.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
  • Band 4Matthias Gstoehl
    Band 4Matthias Gstoehl

    Matthias Gstoehl

    Matthias Gstoehl advises clients on cross-border post-M&A, financial and tax disputes. He demonstrates additional skill in criminal proceedings and investigations relating to fraud and embezzlement.

    • Matthias Gstoehl is a truly outstanding practitioner. He is our go-to lawyer in Switzerland.

      Litigation respondentGlobal

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