Banking and finance: Geneva

Bär & Karrer Ltd.

Client Satisfaction

While routinely representing clients in debt financings, Bär & Karrer Ltd. also deploys its expansive range of skills to advise clients on financing projects, white-collar crime, and multi-faceted structured derivative transactions. The practice is jointly led by Cédric Chapuis, who is a strong choice for banks, insurances, and financial institutions in relation to a variety of corporate, regulatory, and governance matters, and Frédéric Bétrisey, who has vast experience across the full gamut of banking and finance transactions. Martin Anderson frequently handles matters pertaining to financial products, asset management, and regulatory matters, while Andrew Garbarski bolsters the practice with his strengths that span white-collar crime, financial litigation, and insolvency. Christoph Suter is also recommended.

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Testimonials

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'Excellent understanding of customers' needs and tailor-made solutions accordingly. Highly personalized service. Responsiveness.'
'My contact at Bär & Karrer Ltd is a highly competent specialist. He excels at building strong, trusting relationships. His ability to listen and understand my banking needs in relation to complex, multi-jurisdictional credit arrangements ensures tailor-made solutions. Very good discussion and transparency.'
‘Frédéric Bétrisey is one of the brightest banking lawyers in Geneva. He provides extremely thorough and sound advice.’
'First class professional standard.'
'In-depth knowledge of the sector, with precise, value-added advice.'
'Respectful and highly professional collaboration.'
‘Easy to approach.'
'Very knowledgeable.’

Key clients

UBS Group AG
Banque Cantonale de Genève

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