With an extensive client roster that encompasses corporations, senior managers, NGOs and ultra-high net worth individuals, ‘diligent, knowledgeable and experienced’ LALIVE demonstrates significant strengths in internal investigations such as money laundering and cybercrime as well as compliance and regulatory matters that include corporate governance, risk and compliance management systems. Alexander Troller’s comprehensive range of knowledge extends from financial matters to estate and inheritance disputes, while Daniel Lucien Bühr notably focuses on investigations, best practice risk and compliance management. Human rights Sandrine Giroud utilises her considerable experience in litigation to strengthen the practice. Simone Nadelhofer and Matthias Gstoehl joined Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd in September 2024.
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Testimonials
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‘Lalive is a strong and reliable law firm and certainly a good choice when it comes to disputes and investigations. They are diligent, knowledgeable, and experienced.’
‘Simone Nadelhofer is a very intelligent and highly qualified lawyer. She is multilingual and has lots of international experience. She knows how to conduct complex investigations.'
- 'Matthias Gstoehl is a very experienced and qualified lawyer. He plans investigation with a strategic mind.’
‘Very focused on commercial litigation, independent investigations and white collar defence. They also represent individuals against corporate entities which seems rather unusual in this market sector.’
‘Simone Nadelhofer is renowned and well respected managing partner who takes her responsibilities very seriously. She's focused on delivering to the clients and always keeps a cool head.’
‘The entire team ranging from the partner in charge to every associate on the case is very responsive at all times. The team acts as one and shows its strengths in advising our firm in front of all Swiss authorities. The team is also very capable in identifying cross-border issues and liaising with foreign counsel.’
‘The individuals show that they are experienced in dealing with Swiss government authorities. The individuals keep themselves updated on any developments on foreign legal and regulatory matters and share useful information immediately.’
‘The team are strong in this field - they are technically excellent, responsive and practical. Good value for money.’
Key clients
- Federative Republic of Brazil
Work highlights
- Representing an UHNWI in asset recovery proceedings in allegations of fraud, mismanagement of assets, market manipulation, insider trading, commingling and execution of unauthorised transactions for assets valued at over USD 1bn.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Daniel Lucien Bühr, Alexander Troller, Sandrine Giroud