INDIVIDUAL PROFILE

Marnin J Michaels

High Net Worth 2026

Baker McKenzie

Ranked in 1 practice area

Private Wealth Law

Switzerland

11 years ranked

About

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High Net Worth

Practice Areas

Marnin Michaels is a senior partner at the Firm. Marnin has been practicing for more than 25 years in the areas of tax and wealth management. His practice ranges from insurance matters to tax investigations for both international families and financial institutions. He also counsels clients on US withholding tax and qualified intermediary rules (including FATCA), as well as money laundering avoidance legislation. He is also a member of the Firm’s global Alternative Capital team that provides best-in-class investment solutions for family offices, founders, sovereign wealth, and other sources of private capital.

Widely regarded as one of the world's leading wealth management lawyers, Marnin is a former chair and co-chair of the regional and global Wealth Management Steering Committees. Marnin has also held many leadership roles in the firm.

Marnin focuses on all matters relevant to the wealth management industry and its clients.

In addition to writing extensively for many publications, Marnin also authored two legal treatises: International Taxation and Withholding and International Estate Planning, which were both published by Thomson Reuters. He also lectures in several LLM and MBA programs on various tax issues.

Chambers Review

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Chambers High Net Worth

Private Wealth Law - Switzerland

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Marnin Michaels is an experienced private wealth practitioner with a solid international background and a global client base. He is particularly skilled at handling US-Swiss tax and wealth planning matters, including FATCA compliance issues.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Marnin is an outstanding professional with in-depth knowledge on cross-region tax matters. We consistently value his strategic judgement and the tangible impact his guidance has on our business.
Private Wealth LawChambers High Net Worth
Marnin Michaels is a one-of-a-kind lawyer. His vast knowledge on private clients, tax and US matters, paired with his Swiss capabilities, provides an unparalleled service. He is top-tier on a global scale.
Private Wealth LawChambers High Net Worth
Marnin's impressive commercial awareness takes planning to a new level. His ability to look into the crystal ball is quite exceptional.
Private Wealth LawChambers High Net Worth
Marnin is one of a kind. We have not found any lawyer in the private client and tax field that matches his level of expertise. He is a creative thinker who will bring top solutions to our clients with a human touch. Speed is always part of the delivery in Marnin's work; if he promises you the work with a deadline, you can count on it. He is a critical part of many large global family systems.
Private Wealth LawChambers High Net Worth
Marnin adds value by offering forward-looking legal and tax guidance, which has already proven highly beneficial. His deep expertise, strong business acumen and consistently responsive, approachable support makes him a trusted partner in navigating complex matters.
Private Wealth LawChambers High Net Worth