Restructuring/Insolvency
Europe Guide 2024 : Switzerland
Band 4
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+41 44 217 91 11About
Provided by Pestalozzi
Pestalozzi is advising creditors, corporate debtors and investors in distressed situations and possible restructurings. The team represents troubled companies and their executives in restructuring and insolvency matters. Pestalozzi’s specialist areas include cross-border issues before Swiss courts in bankruptcy-related litigation involving the coordination of civil and criminal proceedings. In addition, Pestalozzi is conducting large-scale asset recovery actions as well as refinancing and restructuring of existing debt.
Chambers Review
Pestalozzi is a recognised team advising on cross-border asset recovery and insolvency proceedings. The law firm also acts on restructurings, with a strong client base among domestic and international banking institutions. The team assists foreign liquidators with Swiss bankruptcy proceedings, including the enforcement of foreign bankruptcy declarations. It also represents clients in bankruptcy litigation requiring the coordination of private and criminal claims, drawing on the strength of its litigation department.
Work Highlights
- Pestalozzi assisted entities of the DTEK Group with a notes restructuring matter under Part 26 of the UK Companies Act 2006.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Pestalozzi is technically strong and easy to work with. The firm builds strong relationships with Swiss authorities and other advisers and provides guidance and a hands-on approach to solve problems."
"Its lawyers are always available and responsive."
"Pestalozzi is able to handle matters that involve complex legal issues in a speedy manner."
"They understand the business of their clients."
"Pestalozzi is technically strong and easy to work with. The firm builds strong relationships with Swiss authorities and other advisers and provides guidance and a hands-on approach to solve problems."
"Its lawyers are always available and responsive."
"Pestalozzi is able to handle matters that involve complex legal issues in a speedy manner."
"They understand the business of their clients."
Notable Practitioners
Thomas Rohner offers advice on bankruptcy proceedings and corporate restructurings. He is adept at handling cross-border cases.
"Thomas offers high-level sophistication, commercial awareness and client service."
"I always feel confident with his technical and commercial advice and guidance."
Ranked Lawyers at
Pestalozzi
Switzerland
Members
Provided by Pestalozzi
Christian Leuenberger
Christophe Emonet
Florian Mohs
Franz Schubiger
Ludivine Boisard
Michael Kramer
Nicolas C. Herren
Head of Department