The restructuring and insolvency practice at Pestalozzi often advises creditors, corporate debtors, and investors in distressed situations. Its stands out for its work relating to cross-border issues and appearing before the Swiss courts in bankruptcy-related criminal proceedings. Standout individual Thomas Rohner regularly represents national and international clients in asset tracing and insolvency enforcement matters. Other key contact Christophe Emonet has broad experience in asset recovery and cross-border bankruptcies.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Very reactive and proactive, immediately responsive and capable of analyzing issues.’

  • ‘Deep knowledge, and very quick responses and availability. Outstanding collaboration.’

  • ‘Pestalozzi has extensive experience in the enforcement of claims in bankruptcy and enforcement proceedings.’

  • ‘Thomas Rohner impresses with his extremely precise yet still creative work. Not only is he always available, he is also a pleasant person to talk to.’

Key clients

  • Bank of America Merrill Lynch
  • Bank Vontobel
  • Banque Cantonale de Genève
  • City of Almaty
  • Coop
  • Credit Agricole
  • Credit Suisse
  • First International Bank of Israel
  • Glencore
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Leclanché
  • Olivier Maus
  • Swiss Life AG
  • Union Bank of Israel

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Thomas Rohner, Christophe Emonet