Daniel Donauer
MLL LegalMLL Legal’s practice group has extensive experience in the production and distribution of a range of regulated products, including pharmaceuticals, medical products, tobacco and cosmetics. The team regularly advises and represents clients on all public procurement matters. The team is co-headed by Simon Holzer, who has extensive expertise in the pharmaceutical sector, and Michael Reinle, who advises clients in the software, IT, and telecoms industries. Kilian Schärli has a special focus on blockchain pharmaceutical use cases and transactions in the life sciences sector. Daniel Donauer, who was promoted to senior associate in 2023, has expertise in the implementation and regulation of cosmetics, alcohol, tobacco and therapeutic products.
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Testimonials
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‘MLL Legal is a standout in the Swiss legal landscape. Their team immediately grasped our needs, blending top-tier expertise with unexpected humility.’
‘The individuals at MLL Legal, particularly Daniel Donauer, have a remarkable way of making complex legal discussions feel like casual, yet informative, chats among friends. Our interactions with him were efficient, without any unnecessary jargon or wasted time. It was evident that he values both our time and understanding.'
'I worked with Daniel Donauer the most. So professional. Grateful for all the help, honesty, and advice.'
'Immediate response, with professionalism, helpfulness, advice, and kindness.'
'Extraordinarily supportive and friendly.'
Key clients
- Swedish Match Switzerland AG
- Snushof AB
- Aroma King
- Make Webo AB
- Amrit AG
- NicomGroup AG
- Salt Labs Switzerland AG
- Ipiccolo AB
- Next Tröber AG
- Chewbacco ApS
- Svens Snusdistribution AB
- Snusexpress I Norge AS
- ECODI AB
- Nocodi AB
- ECODI AS
- Prilla inc
- Nictech AB
- TradeSport (Schweiz) AG
- Snusomat AG
- Nordicgoods AB
- Kiwi NTG GmbH
- Qualicann GmbH
- Naturaleza GmbH
- CBD MED Schweiz Handels GmbH
- Nico distribution s.r.o.
- Nordic Fastighets AB
- Nico Slovakia A.S.
- British American Tobacco Switzerland SA
- Mastercard Europe SA
- Avanade Schweiz GmbH
- Promotion-Tools AG
Work highlights
- Handled the implementation of the entire product range for Swedish Match Switzerland AG and worked on all legal areas that were relevant to the client's market entry in Switzerland.
- Advising the entire Nicom Group on the market implementation of its entire product range, particularly in the areas of snus, tobacco and chemical substitutes for stimulant use.
- Advises Amrit AG on a wide range of legal issues (in particular health & medicine law) regarding the introduction of a communication and analysis app through which patients can get access to second-opinion services.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Michael Reinle
MLL LegalPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Simon Holzer, Michael Reinle