The teams of BianchiSchwald, GHR Rechtsanwalte, and Python merged to form Valfor Attorneys-at-law, which utilises its newly enforced strength to advise its clients on the full gamut of corporate and commercial issues, from acquisitions and divestments, to restructurings and post-closing implementations. The practice is jointly led by Thomas Schmid, who demonstrates proficiencies in relation to M&A, restructurings, and joint ventures, and Christophe De Kalbermatten, who excels in managing real estate and manufacturing projects. Hans-Peter Schwald assists with a broad range of corporate legal matters.
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Key clients
- Fernao Schweiz AG
- Studer Cables AG
- Stadler Rail
Work highlights
- Advised fernao Schweiz AG on the acquisition of BNC AG.
- Advised Studer Cables as lead counsel on the carve-out and subsequent sale of an E-beam sterilisation and cross-linking facility to Ionisos.
- Acting as lead counsel to the stock exchange listed Stadler Rail Group in the setting up of joint ventures in the railway sector with local partners in various jurisdictions.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Thomas Schmid, Christophe de Kalbermatten