Department profile
Wartmann Merker

Litigation

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Wartmann Merker

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About

Provided by Wartmann Merker

We represent both domestic and international companies, as well as individuals, in commercial disputes before the Swiss courts. Our litigation services cover a broad spectrum, including commercial, corporate, labour, construction, transportation and insurance matters for clients across diverse industries, often involving cross-border implications.

A key focus of our litigation practice is the financial industry. We have extensive experience and expertise in advocating for the interests of banks and financial service providers. Additionally, we represent clients in white-collar crime proceedings, regulatory investigations and other matters before Swiss authorities.

Chambers Review

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Litigation - Switzerland

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Wartmann Merker is a well-regarded dispute resolution boutique. The law firm is particularly popular with domestic and international banks for financial litigation. It advises on contractual and malpractice disputes, with further activity in claims for damages, supply issues and asset recovery cases. The lawyers are also well regarded by clients engaged in the logistics, maritime and food sectors.

Strengths

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  • They have been extremely good and empathetic listeners and have put all their effort into understanding our case, showing a genuine desire to help us.

    Litigation respondentEurope
  • Wartmann Merker goes beyond just providing legal advice by offering strategic insights which are really valuable for clients.

    Litigation respondentEurope
  • Wartmann Merker is made up of fantastic lawyers who are experts at communicating with us.

    Litigation respondentEurope
  • Wartmann Merker displays a good combination of junior and senior skills.

    Litigation respondentEurope
  • The Wartmann Merker team has a very deep understanding of dispute resolution. The lawyers are focused and do not lose sight of the bigger picture.

    Litigation respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Peter Reichart
    Band 2Peter Reichart

    Peter Reichart

    Peter Reichart is a respected litigator who frequently acts for clients on complex banking and finance disputes. He is particularly well placed to advise on shareholder actions, compensation claims, malpractice allegations and asset management matters.

    • Peter Reichart is a very experienced and meticulous counsel, in the best sense of the words.

      Litigation respondentEurope
    • Peter Reichart is one of those super smart lawyers that you love to have on your side.

      Litigation respondentEurope
    • Peter Reichart is a seasoned and experienced lawyer who leads difficult discussions and litigation with confidence.

      Litigation respondentEurope
    • Peter Reichart is a very smart and sophisticated disputes practitioner. He is also very friendly, pragmatic and easygoing.

      Litigation respondentEurope
  • Up and ComingDominic Hägler
    Up and ComingDominic Hägler

    Dominic Hägler

    Dominic Hägler displays a strong focus on contentious work for financial groups, advising on compensation claims and contractual matters. He also assists with corporate disputes relating to post-M&A and directors' liability litigation.

    • Dominic Hägler is a pragmatic lawyer who is easy to deal with.

      Litigation respondentEurope
    • Dominic Hägler is a very skilled and reliable lawyer, and working with him has been a great experience. I would not hesitate to recommend him to others.

      Litigation respondentEurope
    • Dominic Hägler has a hardworking and solution-focused personality.

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Switzerland

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