Department profile
Wenger Vieli Ltd.

Litigation

Global Guide 2026 : Switzerland


Wenger Vieli Ltd.

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About

Provided by Wenger Vieli Ltd.

The area of dispute resolution has a long tradition with us. In addition to tactical litigation skills, our team specializing in litigation has in-depth knowledge of all areas of law relevant to business and financial issues and the related fields of law.

We advise and represent individuals and companies of all industries competently and effectively in national and international matters before all instances of state courts as well as before national and international arbitral tribunals.

Our expertise covers in particular:

  • Advice and representation in legal disputes before state cantonal courts and before the Swiss Federal Supreme Court
  • Representation in matters of injunctive relief, including attachment of assets
  • Enforcement of domestic and foreign judgments
  • Representation before arbitral tribunals under all major institutional arbitration rules (such as ICC Rules, Swiss Rules, DIS Rules, VIAC Rules) as well as in ad hoc arbitration proceedings (including under the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules)
  • Serving as arbitrators or mediators

Chambers Review

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Litigation - Switzerland

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Wenger Vieli assists with a broad range of corporate and commercial litigation, including post-M&A and contractual disputes. It further advises on insurance coverage disputes and liability litigation. The team at Wenger Vieli also assists with banking disputes, including those relating to cryptocurrencies. Clients can rely on the law firm for representation before several cantonal courts, as well as the Swiss Federal Supreme Court.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Wenger Vieli's responsiveness, clarity in communication and ability to provide practical, actionable solutions under tight deadlines make it an invaluable partner.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • The litigation department at Wenger Vieli is very knowledgeable and committed.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • Wenger Vieli provides truly excellent and outstanding legal work and analysis, coupled with practical advice.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • The Wenger Vieli team possesses profound knowledge of Swiss law and always provides punctual and comprehensive legal advice that is focused on the topics that really matter.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • The lawyers have always handled our matters with ease. They always quickly and efficiently respond to the questions.

    Litigation respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Peter Hafner
    Band 2Peter Hafner

    Peter Hafner

    Peter Hafner frequently assists with financial and post-M&A disputes, as well as clawback claims, enforcement proceedings and crypto-related litigation. He acts for an impressive roster of domestic and international banking clients.

    • Peter Hafner has a broad understanding of his clients' line of business and offers to-the-point, practical solutions.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • Peter Hafner does what is necessary and does it efficiently.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • Peter Hafner is truly an outstanding litigator and lawyer.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • Peter Hafner is an excellent lawyer and a good tactician. He is remarkably helpful, smart and thoughtful.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • Peter brings everything to the table you would wish for from an experienced outside counsel, and his legal skills are beyond doubt.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
  • Band 4Nicolas Bracher
    Band 4Nicolas Bracher

    Nicolas Bracher

    Nicolas Bracher draws upon his experience to assist clients with commercial litigation, including contractual disputes and liability claims. He also handles IP and crypto disputes.

    • Nicolas Bracher is a smart and brilliant litigator.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • Nicolas Bracher is a brilliant lawyer with an eye for details.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • Nicolas is very professional and confident on the matters he handles.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • Nicolas Bracher is very well known in the field and good with cross-border work.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • Nicolas Bracher is one of the brightest lawyers I have come across.

      Litigation respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at Wenger Vieli Ltd. (2)

Switzerland

Members

Provided by Wenger Vieli Ltd.

  • Martin Berweger

  • Nicolas Bracher

  • Roman Heiz

  • Michael Huber

  • Philipp Lindenmayer

  • Michael Mráz

  • Marco Cereghetti

  • Sophia Hartwig

  • Yannic Lütolf

  • Meltem Steudler

  • Sabine Taxer

  • Nadine Zanetti

  • Loris Baumgartner

  • Lukas Groth

  • Nadine Grüter

  • Zarah Kronbach

  • Una Paunovic

  • Frank Schmid

  • Manuela Staudenman

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