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Kellerhals Carrard

Kellerhals Carrard

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Switzerland

3

Dispute resolution: litigation

Kellerhals Carrard is recognised for its ability to handle high-stakes commercial disputes, often involving cross-border dimensions and reputational or regulatory exposure. The firm’s client base comprises Swiss and international corporates, public entities and high-net-worth individuals. Jonathan Bernasconi handles disputes spanning the banking and finance, construction and real estate, insurance and life sciences spaces. Lukas Bopp specialises specialises in insolvency and restructuring litigation, while Nicolas Gillard has a focus on inheritance cases. Domenic Brand, Peter Schatz and Annemarie Streuli are likewise active within the team.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘It is a partner-led practice with lawyers who are, rightly, focused on achieving the best commercial result for their clients. In my experience, they have superb attention to detail, including where analysing complex financial documents.’
  • 'I would make special mention of Sebastien Fries, who is a pleasure to work with. Sensible, commercial and realistic, on top of being an excellent lawyer.'
  • ‘The team is highly tenacious and experienced in international matters.’
  • 'Kellerhals Carrard’s litigation team stands out for its strategic mindset, deep legal expertise and strong execution in complex, high-stakes disputes. They are particularly skilled at managing multi-party, cross-border litigation and regulatory matters, with a pragmatic and client-focused approach.'
  • ‘The team has consistently demonstrated exceptional patience and unwavering diligence, reflecting a deep commitment to excellence and client service.’
  • 'Kellerhals Carrard's litigation practice is fully trustworthy, both for clients and for recommending it to other potential clients. Legal assistance is provided in an exceptionally professional, timely manner and to the highest standard. Kellerhals Carrard's lawyers are fully committed to their clients' affairs and see every legal issue from the client's perspective, which is rare.'

Key clients

  • Banque Privée Espiritó Santo SA in Liq.
  • Bürgschaftsgenossenschaft Ost-Süd/Bürgschaftsgenossenschaft Mitte/Cautionnement Romand/Bürgschaftsgenossenschaft SAFFA
  • Crédit Suisse AG
  • CSL Behring AG
  • Implenia
  • Parmalat Group

Work highlights

Represented CSL Behring AG in cross-border commercial litigation to safeguard pharmaceutical market access in Morocco.
Represented a sports data provider in a €20m cross-border dispute following the termination of a commercial agreement.
Represented a Swiss insurance company in a CHF12m indemnification dispute against a former broker.
Practice head

Jonathan Bernasconi; Lukas Bopp; Domenic Brand; Nicolas Gillard; Peter Schatz; Annemarie Streuli

Other key lawyers

Sebastien Fries

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