About

Provided by Wenger Plattner

Wenger Plattner represents your interests with a solution-oriented, committed and assertive approach – whether out of court, before ordinary courts or arbitration tribunals domestically and internationally.

Our Team has many years of experience and extensive knowledge in the fields of litigation and arbitration. We represent your interests in all matters of civil and commercial law, with a focus on commercial, corporate and contract law, insolvency law, real estate law, as well as matters of employment, inheritance and art law. In addition to their litigation and arbitration activities, our specialists also provide advisory services in their specific areas of expertise. This ensures a close exchange of know-how for judicial representation, guaranteeing our clients a high-quality outcome.

Practical Representation before Courts and Authorities

Our activities include advising and representing companies, private individuals and government authorities, from both domestic and international backgrounds, in disputes before Swiss courts and administrative authorities, as well as before national and international arbitration tribunals. We are also happy to support in enforcement matters and in legal assistance and provisional legal protection procedures. Some of our specialists also serve as part-time judges at state courts and as arbitrators, ensuring a close and timely connection to legal practice.

Chambers Review

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Litigation - Switzerland

5
Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Wenger Plattner is well placed to assist with corporate and financial litigation, including bankruptcy-related disputes, shareholder issues and allegations of mismanagement. The law firm is additionally well equipped to handle contentious cases arising from breaches to contractual agreements, as well as related damages and reimbursement claims. The team's practice is further complemented by its knowledge of inheritance disputes and liability issues.

Notable practitioners

Stephan Kesselbach is the head of department and a key contact for clients.

Work Highlights

  • Wenger Plattner represented Swissair in defence of an action brought by the bankrupt estate of the former Belgian airline Sabena.

Strengths

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