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Focusing on high-tech, innovative and regulated sectors, MLL Legal excels in the field of distribution law, operating for clients across vertical agreements and questions relating to dominance. ‘Extremely dedicated’ Renato Bucher and Hubert Orso Gilliéron, who is praised for his ’extensive knowledge’ and being ‘quick on his feet’, jointly helm the practice. Simon Holzer is adept at handling mandates that incorporate aspects of competition and IP issues.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘We have been working with MLL in a trustful relationship for many years. The decisive factor is the cooperation on a personal level.'

  • ‘Renato Bucher is extremely dedicated and an excellent expert.'

  • ‘Huber Orso Gilliéron adapts to the needs of his clients and is quick on his feet. Pleasant to brainstorm with. ’

  • ‘Broad and diversified teams.’

  • ‘Huber Orso Gilliéron has extensive knowledge and experience of competition and commercial issues and a unique ability to provide strategic advice to companies on their business practices.’

Work highlights

  • Advised Cousins in a major antitrust dispute alleging that Swatch is illegally abusing its dominant position.
  • Assisting naxoo SA in appeal proceedings before the Federal Tribunal against a decision rendered by the Swiss Administrative Tribunal in the Supermedia case (alleged abuse of a dominant position).
  • Represented Burkhalter Holding AG and poenina holding AG in merger control proceedings before the Swiss Competition Commission COMCO.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Hubert Orso Gilliéron, Renato Bucher

Other key lawyers

Simon Holzer