Noted for its ‘novel and pragmatic approach, analytical skills’ and ’profound knowledge in Swiss cartel law’, Prager Dreifuss AG demonstrates particular proficiencies in multi-jurisdictional cartel and merger proceedings alongside public procurement law and state aid. Philipp Zurkinden spearheads the practice with strength in abuse of dominance and merger control matters, while Bernhard C. Lauterburg possesses substantive experience in Swiss antitrust proceedings, merger control, and public procurement.
Testimonials
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‘We have received quick, concise and valuable analysis from the team.'
‘We have regularly been working with Philipp Zurkinden and Bernhard C. Lauterburg. Both are extremely knowledgeable in their field and provide pragmatic solutions without losing their clients in legal intricacies.’
‘They do not only have profound knowledge in Swiss cartel law but also of the EU cartel law on which the Swiss Cartels Act is based on.'
'They have a high awareness of the commercial aspects of the FMCG business.'
‘The competition team of Prager is at the top of the Swiss competition market.'
'Their main strengths are their novel and pragmatic approach, analytical skills, extensive experience with the competition authorities and litigation, strong team-spirit at all levels of the team and their patience.’
‘Philipp Zurkinden is a real heavyweight in the Swiss competition law arena and has unparalleled experience in all aspects of competition law. He has a razor-sharp mind and is not afraid of developing creative, alternative solutions you cannot find elsewhere.’
Key clients
- Basler Bankenvereinigung
- Zürcher Bankenverband
- Promarca
- Swiss Parliament – Economic Affairs and Taxation Committee of the Council of States
- Swiss Parliament – Economic Affairs and Taxation Committee of the National Council
Work highlights
- Advised Basler Bankenvereinigung, the Zürcher Bankenverband, and the Arbeitgeberverband der Banken on the subject of a preliminary investigation regarding alleged collusion amongst various banks on employee salaries.
- Advising the Promarca association and its members on competition law treatment of national and international retailer purchase agreements.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Philipp Zurkinden