Restructuring/Insolvency
Europe Guide 2024 : Switzerland
Band 3
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Provided by Niederer Kraft Frey
Niederer Kraft Frey's insolvency practice focuses on advising companies, banks and bankruptcy liquidators in insolvency and restructuring proceedings as well as representing creditors and other stakeholders of companies undergoing insolvency proceedings.
Working closely with the NKF tax team, we advise on the structuring of large cross-border transactions. We work closely with our clients to maintain in-depth knowledge of their requirements and to provide them with practical, sustainable and effective solutions.
We act for our clients in litigation arising from domestic and international insolvency proceedings. Also, we represent parties in proceedings concerning the recognition of foreign insolvency proceedings and coordinate between domestic and foreign insolvency proceedings.
Chambers Review
Niederer Kraft Frey has a strong reputation for advising distressed companies, liquidators and creditors on restructuring matters. The law firm represents clients in insolvency proceedings, including related litigation. The team coordinates cross-border insolvencies and advises on the recognition of foreign insolvency proceedings. The lawyers assist with financial restructurings, distressed M&A mandates and safeguard procedures.
Work Highlights
- NKF assisted Crédito Real with matters connected to the CHF170 million 2.88% bonds that were due 2022 and on which Crédito Real defaulted in repayment in 2022.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Niederer Kraft Frey is very responsive on all matters and provides a very high service level."
"They closely follow significant Swiss market events."
"Their service is on time and in line with your needs."
"Niederer Kraft Frey is very responsive on all matters and provides a very high service level."
"They closely follow significant Swiss market events."
"Their service is on time and in line with your needs."
Notable Practitioners
Thomas Sprecher frequently advises creditors in bankruptcy proceedings and distressed transactions. He assists with domestic and cross-border cases.