Litigation
Switzerland
6 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Peter Hafner
Global 2026
Ranked in 1 practice area
About
Provided by Wenger Vieli Ltd.
Practice Areas
Peter Hafner specializes in leading civil litigation in commercial and economic law cases. The focus of his work lies in representing the interests of companies from the finance and trade sectors in proceedings before state courts and arbitration tribunals, as well as in advising and safeguarding interests in contentious disputes between companies and their employees.
Career
Since 2024, Partner at Wenger Vieli Ltd.; 2006-2023, Partner at Wartmann Merker Ltd.; 2005, Partner at Eschmann & Erni; 2002-2004, Partner at Lenz & Staehelin; 1998-2001, Attorney at law at Lenz & Staehelin; 1997-1998, Associate at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, New York; 1994-1996, Attorney at law at Lenz & Staehelin; 1993-1994, Research Assistant at the University of Zurich with Prof. Dr. Walter R. Schluep; 1991-1992, Junior Lawyer at Lenz & Staehelin.
Professional Memberships
Swiss and Zurich Bar Associations; Swiss Arbitration Association (ASA).
Personal
Languages include German, English and French.
Chambers Review
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Chambers Global Guide
Litigation - Switzerland
Band 2
Individual Editorial
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.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Peter Hafner has a broad understanding of his clients' line of business and offers to-the-point, practical solutions.
LitigationChambers Global GuidePeter Hafner does what is necessary and does it efficiently.
LitigationChambers Global GuidePeter Hafner is truly an outstanding litigator and lawyer.
LitigationChambers Global GuidePeter Hafner is an excellent lawyer and a good tactician. He is remarkably helpful, smart and thoughtful.
LitigationChambers Global GuidePeter brings everything to the table you would wish for from an experienced outside counsel, and his legal skills are beyond doubt.
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