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Walder Wyss Ltd

White-Collar Crime

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Walder Wyss Ltd

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White-Collar Crime - Switzerland

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Walder Wyss boasts strength in handling multi-jurisdictional white-collar crime proceedings for a range of clients, including sovereign states, private equity firms, individuals and corporate entities. The lawyers advise on allegations of corruption, financial misconduct, money laundering and bribery. The team is also skilled at challenging freezing orders, as well as acting on corporate compliance and environmental crime mandates.

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Work Highlights

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  • Walder Wyss represented UBS in the Greensill matter, including proceedings before the Federal Supreme Court.

Strengths

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  • Walder Wyss is a highly reliable partner in sensitive matters. The team's deep understanding of Swiss regulatory and criminal law, paired with a pragmatic mindset, gives us great assurance in navigating complex investigations.

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  • Walder Wyss has a very experienced and excellent team.

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  • I was impressed by how fast Walder Wyss replied to me - everything was immediate.

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  • The team stands out for its experience, creative thinking, appropriate size and use of top-notch technology. The lawyers handle complex matters in an extremely professional and efficient manner.

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  • The lawyers at Walder Wyss are approachable, very responsive, easy to work with and have a great amount of experience.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Oliver Kunz
    Oliver Kunz

    Oliver Kunz

    Oliver Kunz represents clients in money laundering and bribery cases, with further activity in mutual assistance proceedings. He is additionally involved in environmental crime matters and whistle-blowing procedures.

    • Oliver Kunz is an exceptionally pragmatic and insightful lawyer. He combines deep technical knowledge with a clear focus and tailored solutions.

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    • Oliver Kunz is an amazing lawyer. He understands strategy and clients' goals, leading projects efficiently and effectively.

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    • Oliver's ability to fully understand and simplify complex legal issues sets him apart. His calm and methodical approach makes him a trusted adviser who we can rely on without hesitation.

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  • Rodolphe Gautier
    Rodolphe Gautier

    Rodolphe Gautier

    Rodolphe Gautier is routinely instructed to help clients manage suspicions of fraud, the misappropriation of funds and money laundering.

    • Rodolphe Gautier is a smart lawyer and a very strong litigator.

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  • Pascale Köster
    Pascale Köster

    Pascale Köster

    Pascale Köster is relied upon to assist with both criminal proceedings and internal investigations, demonstrating particular expertise in the management of money laundering, insider trading and tax evasion suspicions.

    • Pascale Köster is collaborative and responsive, as well as great to work with.

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    • Pascale Köster displays great expertise and experience.

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    • Pascale is very responsive, practical and easy to work with. She possesses broad experience over different industries.

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    • Pascale Köster is an excellent lawyer. She has a grasp on the complexity of the whole case.

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    • Pascale Köster is an outstanding practitioner.

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