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Oliver Kunz

Oliver Kunz

Europe 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Oliver M. Kunz is a partner at Walder Wyss and is specialized in litigation in civil and criminal matters. He provides advice to parties in domestic and international commercial disputes, and represents them in trial and appellate proceedings as well as in enforcement proceedings and in international legal assistance matters. Oliver’s litigation practice covers a broad range of sectors, with a particular emphasis on the financial industry and technology-intensive sectors. In addition, he represents accused and injured parties in white-collar crime and fraud cases, in particular in relation to asset recovery. Finally, he assists clients in relation to internal investigations.

Career

Oliver was educated at the University of Fribourg (lic.iur. in 2003 with the special mentions «European Law» and «bilingual» [German-French]). As a Fulbright fellow, he attended Stanford Law School where he graduated in 2010 with an LL.M. in Law, Science and Technology. Oliver joined Walder Wyss in 2004 after having worked as a student assistant in criminal law at the University of Fribourg and for a non-profit organisation.

Publications

He regularly publishes in his areas of practice and has coauthored commentaries on jurisdictional and enforcement issues as well as appellate proceedings.

Personal

Oliver speaks German, English and French.

Chambers Review

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Chambers European Guide

White-Collar Crime - Switzerland

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

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.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

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

    White-Collar CrimeChambers European Guide
  • Oliver Kunz is an amazing lawyer. He understands strategy and clients' goals, leading projects efficiently and effectively.

    White-Collar CrimeChambers European Guide
  • 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.

    White-Collar CrimeChambers European Guide

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Switzerland

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