Real Results for Our Clients
Challenge: A Swiss multinational corporation sought to acquire a German technology company valued at €500M in a cross-border transaction involving complex regulatory requirements across three jurisdictions.
Solution: We provided comprehensive legal counsel, navigating Swiss, German, and EU regulatory frameworks, coordinating with local counsel in multiple jurisdictions, and structuring the transaction to minimize tax implications while ensuring full compliance.
Result: Transaction successfully completed within the projected timeline with full regulatory compliance. The acquisition strengthened our client's market position in the European technology sector.
Challenge: A client faced a high-stakes contract dispute with a former business partner claiming damages of CHF 5M based on alleged breach of contract and misrepresentation.
Solution: We conducted extensive discovery, identified critical weaknesses in the opposing party's claims, and developed a strategic defense that preserved key business relationships while protecting our client's interests.
Result: Achieved a favorable settlement at 30% of the original claim amount, significantly reducing financial exposure while maintaining business relationships and avoiding protracted litigation.
Challenge: An international client faced complex arbitration proceedings with claims exceeding €10M related to a joint venture dispute in the energy sector.
Solution: We assembled a comprehensive arbitration strategy, engaged expert witnesses, and presented a compelling case demonstrating that the claims lacked legal and factual basis.
Result: Achieved complete dismissal of all claims and secured a full award of legal costs, protecting our client from substantial financial liability.
Challenge: A senior executive from a non-EU country required expedited work and residence permits in Switzerland to join a Swiss multinational corporation in a critical role.
Solution: We navigated the complex Swiss immigration system, prepared comprehensive applications, coordinated with immigration authorities, and advocated for expedited processing based on economic benefits to Switzerland.
Result: Successfully obtained both work and residence permits within 6 weeks (faster than typical processing times), enabling the executive to commence employment without delay.
Challenge: A family-owned business with operations in three countries needed to restructure for succession planning, tax optimization, and regulatory compliance.
Solution: We developed a comprehensive restructuring plan that addressed corporate governance, tax implications, succession planning, and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
Result: Successfully completed the restructuring, achieving significant tax savings, ensuring smooth succession, and maintaining business continuity across all operations.
Challenge: A financial services company faced potential regulatory sanctions due to alleged non-compliance with Swiss banking regulations and EU data protection requirements.
Solution: We conducted a comprehensive compliance audit, identified and remedied compliance gaps, implemented enhanced compliance programs, and negotiated with regulatory authorities.
Result: Resolved all regulatory concerns without sanctions, improved compliance infrastructure, and established ongoing compliance monitoring to prevent future issues.