Fielding a broad practice that covers the technology, financial services, media, and transport sectors, the ‘top-notch’ practice at Walder Wyss Ltd., which is spearheaded by Roger Staub, is noted for its expertise in compliance, conduct investigations, and data disputes. The ’very experienced’ David Vasella possesses a wealth of experience across IT projects and cloud outsourcing projects, while Jürg Schneider is well-positioned to advise on an array of multi-jurisdictional mandates that often incorporate elements of licensing, system integration, and outsourcing projects. Martin Zobl and Hannes Meyle are other key names to note in the group.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team is top-notch and viewed as a leader in data privacy in Switzerland. They have a profound business understanding and always offer actionable advice, allowing us to effectively manage privacy-related risks. Not least, they are also a pleasure to work with.’

  • ‘The law firm has a deep understanding and significant experience in the areas of data protection and bank client confidentiality. What stood out was their readiness to venture into uncharted territory, particularly in fields lacking established case law or doctrine. This showcases their innovative approach to problem-solving.’

  • ‘David Vasella is a very experienced consultant who has advised us very competently and professionally over a long period of time on all issues relating to the revision of the Swiss Data Protection Act. Due to his excellent network in the insurance industry, he has a very good knowledge of the sector.’

  • ‘David Vasella has great expertise, understands the customer's needs and always delivers work results on time. He is a very reliable partner.’

  • ‘Very professional and hands-on. Enabler mentality.'

  • ‘Extremely diligent and helpful. They provide comprehensive legal frameworks while offering hands-on, pragmatic advice that aligns with business requirements.’

  • ‘Hannes Meyle is very meticulous, precise, and knowledgeable. In addition, he is detail-oriented, pragmatic, and consistently finds business-friendly solutions.’

  • ‘David Vasella stands out in data law in Switzerland; he is smart, always up-to-date and comes up with solid, practical advice. It is a pleasure to work with him.’

Key clients

  • APG SGA
  • Armasuisse
  • AXA
  • Axpo
  • Baxter
  • Beyond Gravity
  • BKW
  • BVK
  • Credit Suisse
  • CSS
  • Douglas
  • eBay
  • Emmi
  • Federal Roads Office
  • Galenica
  • Generali
  • Glarner Kantonalbank
  • Hapimag
  • Helbing Lichtenhahn Verlag
  • Helsana
  • Hirslanden
  • Intrum
  • Itau Bank
  • Kantar Media
  • KünzlerBachmann
  • Legartis
  • Leontec Securities AG
  • LGT Capital Partners
  • Microsoft
  • Migros
  • Mobiliar
  • OBT
  • Relio
  • Sanitas
  • Santésuisse
  • SBB
  • SERV Schweizerische Exportrisikoversicherung
  • SVV Schweizerischer Versicherungsverband
  • Swiss Life AG
  • Swisscard
  • Swisscom
  • Swisstransplant
  • Switch
  • Sygnum Bank
  • TX Group
  • Valiant Bank
  • Viseca
  • Zur Rose
  • Zurich Insurance
  • Zurich University
  • Zürcher Verkehrsverbund ZVV

Work highlights

  • Represented Digitec Galaxis in an investigation by the Swiss Data Protection Authority, with a successful result.
  • Acting as official DPO for Swisstransplant, the Swiss foundation appointed to coordinate organ donation and allocation.
  • Advised SWITCH on setting up a Security Operations Center for customers.

Lawyers

Leading partners
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Roger Staub

Other key lawyers

David Vasella, Jürg Schneider, Martin Zobl, Hannes Meyle