A team that frequently operates on a domestic and cross-border scale, ‘one-stop shop’ Bär & Karrer Ltd. acts for a consortium of clients in relation to debt financings, leveraged deals, and SERV insured project financing. Its key client base encompasses banks, asset managers, fintech companies, and other financial institutions. Eric Stupp is an expert on the cross-border issue front, while Ralph Malacrida manages an extensive range of corporate restructurings and structured finance matters, among others. Peter Hsu is a strong choice for fintech and insurtech businesses, and Daniel Flühmann is particularly well-versed in relation to blockchain technology mandates. Lukas Roesler handles all facets of financing and insolvency transactions.

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  • ‘One-stop shop at its best and on the highest quality for any topic.'

  • 'They deliver what they promise and on time.’

  • ‘Ralph Malacrida has a deep knowledge and extensive experience, and network paired with great personality. Just a great pleasure working with Ralph.’

Key clients

  • UBS Group AG
  • Talos Global, Inc.
  • ING Bank N.V.
  • Axpo Holding AG

Work highlights

  • Advised UBS Group AG as Swiss lead counsel on the merger transaction of the two largest Swiss banking groups.
  • Acted as lead legal advisor to UBS in Switzerland with respect to the entire legal entities integration project.
  • Advised Axpo on its EUR7bn Sustainability Linked Credit Facilities.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Eric Stupp, Ralph Malacrida, Peter Hsu, Daniel Flühmann, Lukas Roesler

Other key lawyers

Joel Fischer, Christian Kunz