Real Estate | Europe

Baker McKenzie offers a premier team with an enviable scope of transactional expertise. The law firm benefits from property teams in Zürich and Geneva and draws on experience from a range of departments, including tax and M&A. Baker McKenzie is experienced in advising on a range of investment aspects in the real estate sector. The law firm also handles high-value deals pertaining to hospitality, office and retail properties. The practice represents a diverse roster of international and domestic companies, including leading corporates, financial institutions and real estate companies.

Bär & Karrer houses a strong practice that is active on a broad array of real estate matters, including portfolio sales and construction. The law firm is adept at handling transactions involving complex tax structuring. Bär & Karrer is visible on large-scale transactions and real estate development projects. The law firm also acts on sale and leaseback transactions.

CMS is a distinguished real estate practice handling acquisitions, sales and developments. The law firm frequently acts for real estate investors on the acquisition of real estate assets. CMS advises Swiss corporate clients on the real estate aspects of expanding their premises. The law firm is also well versed in assisting financial sector clients with development projects.

Lenz & Staehelin has a significant practice noted for its strong experience in transactional and contentious matters, alongside leasing agreements and zoning issues. Lenz & Staehelin is also well placed to advise on project developments. The law firm covers a broad range of assets, most notably hotels and retail.

Niederer Kraft Frey has a strong real estate practice with noteworthy expertise in a broad range of matters, including construction-related disputes and development projects as well as property sales and acquisitions. The law firm is also well versed in handling real estate financing transactions. Niederer Kraft Frey is active in the hospitality, manufacturing and commercial sectors. Clients include international asset managers and real estate investment funds.

Schellenberg Wittmer possesses a visible team experienced in handling sale and purchase agreements, acquisitions and development projects. The law firm also assists with commercial leases as well as sale and leasing transactions. Schellenberg Wittmer represents international corporates, real estate companies and asset managers. The law firm offers significant expertise across a range of office, hotel and residential developments.

Walder Wyss houses a well-regarded practice with a nationwide presence, acting across Switzerland's German, French and Italian-speaking regions. The law firm assists with the sale and acquisition of real estate. The law firm also advises on commercial leases. The team is experienced in acting on a variety of asset classes, including commercial and industrial spaces.

MLL Legal is a notable firm handling property acquisitions and sales. The team also represents clients in lease agreements and residential and hospitality development projects, with further experience handling sale and leaseback transactions. Its client roster features corporates and asset managers, in addition to clients from the financial services sector.

Baur Hürlimann holds a strong reputation for construction law. The law firm is highly visible in construction litigation, advising clients on disputes regarding defects, deadlines and projects running over budget. Baur Hürlimann also covers environmental queries, public procurement and project development matters.

Bratschi offers a wide-ranging real estate practice, including experience in transactions, leasing agreements and development projects. The team also assists with tenancy matters and construction matters. Clients of the team stem from a range of sectors, including leisure and financial services.

Kellerhals Carrard wins support for its experience handling construction-related matters for clients in the life sciences, transport and education sectors, among others. Other notable clients include public authorities. The team also advises on land use and environmental issues, including representation in disputes.

Pestalozzi advises on a broad range of real estate issues, including sales and acquisitions and lease agreements. The law firm possesses further expertise in disputes arising from construction projects. Pestalozzi assists with regulatory matters, including the Lex Koller and zoning issues. The team works with the firm's corporate department to advise on the real estate aspects of corporate matters.

Valfor has a broad-ranging practice with a focus on the French-speaking Swiss market. The law firm is known for its work on transactions, leasing and construction, as well as possessing expertise in public procurement issues within the real estate and construction sectors. Valfor regularly handles construction disputes as well as real estate litigation. The law firm frequently acts for construction companies and major corporates. BianchiSchwald, GHR Rechtsanwälte and PYTHON merged to form Valfor in July 2024.