Data privacy and data protection in Switzerland

Homburger

‘Platinum tier’ Homburger counts blue-chip companies and technology giants among its key roster of clients, and it also boasts established relationships with data protection authorities in Switzerland. The practice is jointly helmed by Gregor Bühler and ‘very diligent thinker’ Luca Dal Molin; the former is highly experienced in a significant amount of cross-border mandates and disputes, and the latter is a tour-de-force in relation to GDPR implementation, data transfers, and issues surrounding innovative technology. Kirsten Wesiak-Schmidt is also recommended.

Praxisleiter:

Gregor Bühler; Luca Dal Molin


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Kirsten Wesiak-Schmidt


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‘Homburger has a platinum tier practice.’

‘Their focus is on quality, and they have a deep bench of really thoughtful lawyers.’

‘Luca Dal Molin is the leading Swiss privacy lawyer and the person that I go to for any Swiss law queries.’

Kernmandanten

Google


UBS


Aosphere


Roche


Novartis


Philip Morris


SIX


Swisscom


Swiss Post


Man Investments


Zurich Insurance Group


Zur Rose Suisse


Viacar


Helvetia


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  • Advised Allen & Overy’s aosphere as exclusive Swiss partner on data protection law matters.
  • Advised renowned private bank as lead counsel on a global project to ensure cloud readiness.
  • Advised Swiss online retailer on a global data breach.

MLL Legal

Regarded as a ‘legally very skilful team with a good long-term understanding of business needs’, MLL Legal demonstrates prowess across international e-commerce projects, cybersecurity issues, and data protection surrounding AI and other innovative technology, enabling it to operate for a stellar variety of clients, ranging from telecom and media companies to banking services providers and insurers. Lukas Bühlmann, who is particularly knowledgeable in legal issues at the interface of competition law and digital commerce, and Nicola Benz, who reinforces the team’s strengths with her considerable expertise in the life sciences and technology sectors, jointly lead the group. Another key name to note is the ‘very pragmatic’ Michael Reinle, who is fully immersed in the realm of software and IT, with notable skills in relation to cloud computing, SaaS, and the Internet of Things. Michael Schüepp is also recommended.

Praxisleiter:

Lukas Bühlmann; Nicola Benz


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Michael Reinle; Michael Schüepp


Referenzen

‘Lukas Bühlmann is one of the top-notch data privacy lawyers in Switzerland and active expert in several fora and networks. He is friendly.’

‘Lukas Bühlmann is one of the leading data protection experts in Switzerland. Pragmatic, to the point. An internationally renowned player.’

‘Pragmatic and commercial legal advice at all times.’

Kernmandanten

Baxter Ltd.


Herzog & De Meuron


British American Tobacco Switzerland SA


Cofra Holding AG


International Trade Centre


HANDELSVERBAND.swiss


Avobis Group


Meltwater News International


Titlis Bergbahnen AG


HotellerieSuisse


Thom Browne, Inc.


Swiss Fin Lab


Ethical Fashion Initiative


EIM Executive Interim Management AG


Four X Corporation


isolutions AG


Movement Health Foundation


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  • Assisted the members of the trade association HotellerieSuisse with developing a legal-tech based toolbox and assisting them with complying with the new Swiss data privacy act and EU-GDPR.
  • Acting as privacy expert for BAT Switzerland SA and providing regulatory advice.
  • Acting as Swiss local privacy experts to the Baxter Group and advising regularly on various aspects of Swiss data privacy laws and other healthcare-related regulatory issues.

VISCHER

The team of ‘market leaders’ at VISCHER maintains a wide-ranging practice that is centrally comprised of cloud computing compliance, global privacy programmes, and AI compliance work. The team is praised for its ‘very good expertise in both technical and legal matters’. David Rosenthal, who heads up the group, is regarded as ‘one of the leading experts’ and a ‘household name’ in the data privacy field. Rolf Auf Der Maur is well-versed in the arenas of digitalisation, online businesses, and various other facets of data law, while Christian Wyss is particularly accomplished in the life sciences sector, frequently handling a core workload of IP and IT transactions. Samira Studer is also recommended.

Praxisleiter:

David Rosenthal


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Rolf Auf Der Maur; Christian Wyss; Samira Studer


Referenzen

‘David Rosenthal is one of the leading experts in this area in Switzerland, also with regards to AI.’

‘David Rosenthal is very present on all different fields of technology laws and provides a lot of material for free. He is not shy from taking sometimes an out-of-the-box view and come up with solutions for problems the competitors have not yet even identified.’

‘VISCHER has one of the largest and most prolific legal teams in data privacy. They are clear market leaders, spearheaded by superstar David Rosenthal. The team is experienced, business-oriented and very responsive.’

Kernmandanten

ETH AI Center


Google


World Economic Forum


Swisscom


Raiffeisen


Twint


Implenia


Allianz


Ringier


Sauter


Basler Kantonalbank


Bucher Industries


Comparis


Swiss Marketplace Group


Lyfegen


Kanton Zürich


BKW


Medbase


Open Systems


Viseca


Jaywalker


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  • Advising the ETH AI Center on training new large language model for Switzerland.
  • Advised Google on various data protection issues in Switzerland.
  • Assisted several cantonal banks with moving their CRM to the cloud.

Walder Wyss Ltd.

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.

Praxisleiter:

Roger Staub


Weitere Kernanwälte:

David Vasella; Jürg Schneider; Martin Zobl; Hannes Meyle


Referenzen

‘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.’

Kernmandanten

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


Highlight-Mandate


  • 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.

Baker McKenzie Switzerland AG

Praised for its ‘precise work’ and ‘clear reasoning’, Baker McKenzie Switzerland AG handles a significant volume of GDPR and international data transfer work alongside the structuring and implementation of cross-border tech-related privacy and compliance programmes. Alessandro Celli steers the practice with his particular strengths in GDPR compliance programmes, Internet of Things issues, and a host of other implementation projects. Another name to note in the team is ‘expert’ Johanna Mösch, who fields a varied practice that extends across cybersecurity, data processing, and outsourcing issues.

Praxisleiter:

Alessandro Celli


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Johanna Mösch; Muriel Binder


Referenzen

‘They delivered very precise work and were able to provide very clear reasoning for the advice given. In addition, they work efficiently and always look for a pragmatic solution that is not only legally correct but also feasible regarding the implementation.’

‘Johanna Mösch is a data privacy expert. She possesses in-depth knowledge in data protection and related fields including all relevant international and national court decisions. What is even more impressive is, that when it comes to questions/topics which have not yet been subject court cases and not been taken up by publicly available data protection expert opinions, she is able to derive and anticipate solutions linking it to her general legal expertise.’

‘The team is extremely thorough.’

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Bär & Karrer Ltd.

Rated as an ‘excellent’, Bär & Karrer Ltd. is frequently retained by a diverse client roster for advice regarding privacy requirements, cybersecurity risks, and the development of data-drive products and services. The offering is helmed by Corrado Rampini, who frequently handles data protection due diligence work arising from a stable of M&A and capital markets transactions, and Christian Kunz, whose varied arsenal of skills is comprised of cybercrime, the monetisation of data, and data disclosure requests, to name a few. Jonas Bornhauser contributes his transactional and advisory capabilities to the group, while Rehana Harasgama‘s expertise includes AI, digital platform, and advertising issues.

Praxisleiter:

Corrado Rampini; Christian Kunz


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Jonas Bornhauser; Rehana Harasgama


Referenzen

‘Provide practical solutions. Good network globally. Provided budget for project and notified us in advance when approaching limits.’

‘Excellent, friendly and professional service, very responsive and proactively keeps project moving. Practical suggestions and texts which could be implemented directly.’

‘A high degree of client orientation where the client and their needs are in focus.’

Kernmandanten

UBS


Credit Suisse


Mina Foundation


Zermatt Tourism Authority


Bonfire Ltd.


nspm ltd.


c.technology


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  • Advised UBS on the sharing of personal data and client identifying data within the existing and new group during the (pre-)merger with Credit Suisse.
  • Advised Mina Foundation on all Swiss legal matters in connection with its world-leading zero-knowledge proof blockchain project.
  • Advised Zermatt Tourism and Bonfire Ltd. on the overall structuring of the processing of tourist data in connection to a major digitalisation project.

id est avocats sàrl

Noted for its ‘ability to find the best solution’, id est avocats sàrl integrates its corporate, IP, and technology capabilities to handle multi-faceted data protection matters for a plethora of healthcare and technology companies. Two key players operate at the forefront of the practice: Michel Jaccard, whose capabilities extend across the full spectrum of innovative technologies, such as AI and digital health, and the ‘highly skilled’ Alexandre Jotterand, who possesses a wealth of experience in an array of cybersecurity, data management, and IT issues, particularly within the life sciences and med tech industries.

Praxisleiter:

Michel Jaccard; Alexandre Jotterand


Referenzen

‘Alexandre Jotterand is highly skilled in technology-related law and data protection. He consistently meets deadlines and delivers high-quality work. He met the deadlines and delivered high-quality work.’

‘Service and knowledge were very good.’

‘The Privacy team and the related partners, mainly Alexandre Jotterand, are very reliable, flexible and client-oriented which is very important to find solutions with authorities and clients. ’

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Lenz & Staehelin

The ‘pragmatic and responsive’ practice at Lenz & Staehelin covers a broad range of regulatory, corporate, and technology sourcing issues connected to data privacy and protection; alongside this, the team is routinely involved in data transfers, customer data usage, and cybercrime. The practice is steered by Guy Vermeil, an adept practitioner in relation to IT and outsourcing issues, Lukas Morscher, whose set of skills encompass technology, financial services, and business sourcing issues, and Jürg Simon, who capitalises on his IP and competition expertise to strengthen his advice to notable technology clients regarding data issues.

Praxisleiter:

Guy Vermeil; Lukas Morscher; Jürg Simon


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Lukas Staub


Referenzen

‘Pragmatic and responsive.’

Kernmandanten

AppleAT&T


Bank Vontobel


Carlo Gavazzi AG


Caterpillar Insurance Co.


CYP Association


Emmentaler Switzerland


Mastercard


Partner One


Prabina Foundation


Raclette Suisse


Resolution Life


Vontobel Asset Management


Wyss Center


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  • Advising the Wyss Center, a non-profit organization active in the field of neuroscience research and development for human clinical application, on its data protection concept.
  • Advising Swiss-based FINMA-licensed global asset manager on its procurement of integrated outsourcing services for the provision of front office SaaS solutions, middle office investment administration products and services, and back office depositary and fund administration.
  • Advised a client on its worldwide data protection, CRM, and branding issues.

Niederer Kraft Frey AG

Steered by András Gurovits and Clara-Ann Gordon, Niederer Kraft Frey AG is accomplished in the fields of cybersecurity audits, corporate data privacy reviews, and litigation, and the team continues to enhance its Geneva offering. Gordon is regarded for her wide-ranging practice that spans outsourcing, e-discovery, and data compliance work, while Gurovits draws upon his background as a software engineer and analyst to advise on a diverse variety of technology, governance, and arbitration issues. Jacques Bonvin is a strong choice for technology and life sciences, while Janine Reudt-Demont is particularly knowledgeable in relation to healthcare and medical apps, as well as software matters. The team is characterised by its ‘sound specialised knowledge of the healthcare sector’.

Praxisleiter:

András Gurovits; Clara-Ann Gordon


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Jacques Bonvin; Janine Reudt-Demont


Referenzen

‘Core competencies include sound specialised knowledge of the healthcare sector, data protection and related liability issues as well as many years of experience in commercial law.’

‘Pragmatic way of thinking and acting so as not to complicate the day-to-day work of clients yet always focusing on compliance with legal requirements.’

‘Janine Reudt-Demont has above-average commitment, is goal oriented and strong understanding of client enquiries.’

Kernmandanten

Capvis


Partners Group


EQT Future Fund


Cinven


Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board


Nederman Holding AB


Microsoft Schweiz GmbH


BRUSA HyPower


HCL Technologies


Pitcher AG


ClearSpace


SWISSto12


General Motors Europe


Belimo


ZimmerBiomet


RUAG


DXC


Winterthur Diesel & Gas


Bühler Group


Schindler


SR Technics


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Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd

Praised for its ‘exceptional knowledge’, Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd is adept at managing IT, IP, and telecoms matters arising from the insurance, pharmaceutical, and construction industries, among others, with other skills extending to the sphere of arbitration. Practice leader Roland Mathys is well-versed in the realm of outsourcing, SaaS, and cloud transactions, as well as sizeable technology projects. Other key names to note include Lorenza Ferrari Hofer, who deploys her wide-ranging experience in product development, licensing, and technology distribution issues to advise a range of life sciences and technology companies, while Stéphanie Chuffart-Finsterwald handles compliance and venture projects alongside dispute resolution issues.

Praxisleiter:

Roland Mathys


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Lorenza Ferrari Hofer; Stéphanie Chuffart-Finsterwald


Referenzen

‘Exceptional knowledge.’

‘Dedicated, very skilled people with strong ownership for cases to be covered. Strong internal collaboration with strong coverage to topics across company needs.’

‘Very skilled individuals in law, but also in areas that need to be covered case-wise, e.g. technology frameworks and metrics.’

Kernmandanten

ABB


Aity AG


Amazon


Amazon Web Services


Aon


Axpo


BEKB


Berner Kantonalbank


CSS Insurance


DHL


DocuSign


Facebook


Husqvarna


Gardena


Kardex


Lindt & Sprüngli


Manor


Mettler Toledo


Novartis


Ringier


Salesforce


Swiss Digital Initative


SIX Paynet


Sonova


Standard Chartered


Swizzonic


Tata Consultancy Services


Tesla


Vifor


Voi


Migros Genossenschafts-Bund


Adobe


Chubb


Emirates


Hilton


Kanebo


Mondelez


Samsung


Sky


TikTok


Valiant


Valora


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising Dynoptic/ANWR/SATC and other associations on their efforts to comply with the new Swiss data protection law, in effect since September 2023.
  • Advising Valiant Bank on a number of technology and data-related matters.
  • Advising Husqvarna group on the implementation of the new Swiss data protection law, essentially for the group’s Swiss affiliate.

Arioli Law

TMT boutique Arioli Law is especially knowledgeable in the realms of financial services, healthcare, and software development, with particular strengths in the public sector. The practice is jointly led by Martina Arioli, whose key focuses are comprised of data protection and the role of AI technology in music and film law, alongside a multitude of regulatory matters, and Lukas Bruhin, who is primarily noted for his capacity to manage digital transformations within the public sector.

Praxisleiter:

Martina Arioli; Lukas Bruhin


Kernmandanten

AB InBev


SPS Swiss Post Solutions


Apps with love


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Bratschi Ltd

The ‘highly skilled’ team at Bratschi Ltd actively handles a myriad of data protection requests, IP, and EU data regulations for a diverse roster of clients. The practice is spearheaded by the ‘phenomenal’ Adrian Bieri, who is ‘the lawyer you want to have by your side’, and Adrian Wyss; the former is well-positioned to advise on a host of IP, technology, and data protection matters, and the latter is well-versed in the white-collar crime remit.

Praxisleiter:

Adrian Bieri; Adrian Wyss


Referenzen

‘Bratschi team is highly skilled in the various aspects of data privacy and data protection. They have been consistently delivering quality, pragmatic approaches in a tailored way.’

‘Adrian Bieri provides practicable, pragmatic advice, tailored to the client’s individual environment and possibilities. His advice is pragmatic while taking into account the varied and constantly adjusting legal framework.’

‘Bratschi combines exceptional expertise with a holistic approach. Pragmatic and solution oriented. Very strong level of services!’

Kernmandanten

Hypothekarbank Lenzburg AG


Liberty Vorsorge AG


Int4


Health & Medical Services AG


Bernische Lehrerversicherungskasse


Meier Tobler AG


Lehrmittelverlag Zürich


Datacolor AG


Varo Energy Marketing AG


Loft Dynamics AG


Dogus Health & Wellness AG


Biral AG


Steinemann Technology AG


Stiftung Kinderdorf Pestalozzi


H2K Personal GmbH


SPAR Group


Pro Pallium


NNH Holding AG


Kambly SA


ZGP ZÜRCHER GESELLSCHAFT FÜR PERSONAL-MANAGEMENT


Tangens Wirtschaftsakademie GmbH, Torgau


Globomedica AG


Calzedonia Switzerland AG


Fidinam Group Holding SA


medermis Schweiz AG


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Hypothekarbank Lenzburg AG on the new digital Swiss financing and pension solution “Coop Finance+” of Coop.
  • Advising Datacolor AG on the implementation of the new EU Data Act.
  • Advised the Spar Group on the implementation of the new Swiss FADP.

CMS von Erlach Partners Ltd.

‘Exceptionally strong negotiator’ Dirk Spacek heads up the data privacy and protection offering at CMS von Erlach Partners Ltd., providing clients with a strong understanding in a variety of compliance and advisory mandates, as well as data protection issues surrounding a stable of M&A transactions. The team maintains a comprehensive offering, particularly across regulated industries such as technology, energy, and financial services, that ranges from general data privacy compliance work to protection issues arising from sustainability and supply chains. Julia Nitschke is also recommended.

Praxisleiter:

Dirk Spacek


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Julia Nitschke


Referenzen

‘The team has a strong international privacy practice and provides commercially focused advice.’

‘Dirk Spacek is commercial, responsive and provides excellent service.’

‘This team is characterised first and foremost by its absolute reliability. The members of the team work well together, are very efficient and effective in their advisory capacity, and, in addition, are very successfully interlinked to deliver above-average solutions.’

Kernmandanten

Aon Schweiz AG


Better Cotton Initiative


Ratepay GmbHYesHochalpines Institut Ftan AG


Merck AG, Switzerland


mobile Health AG


nChain Group


N-Dream AG


Ionity


Highlight-Mandate


  • Assisted Aon Schweiz AG with conducting a comprehensive data privacy compliance project with a view toward the impending revision of the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection.
  • Advised the Better Cotton Initiative on an analysis of data privacy and trade secret implications of sharing supplier and retailer data through their online platform for sustainability and supply chain transparency purposes.
  • Assisted Ratepay with conducting a comprehensive data privacy compliance assessment of its business model and implications under Swiss privacy laws.

Eversheds Sutherland AG

A team recommended for its ‘global presence and internal network’, Eversheds Sutherland AG fields a varied practice, comprised of core streams of privacy and cybersecurity mandates alongside the implementation of the new Act. Markus Naef steers the group with his substantive knowledge in handling data protection compliance issues for multinational corporations. Oliver Beldi strengthens the group with his experience advising both private and public companies operating in the realm of data, and Carol Tissot is well-versed in international data transfers and employment-related issues.

Praxisleiter:

Markus Naef


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Oliver Beldi; Carol Tissot


Referenzen

‘The global presence and internal network are outstanding.’

‘Outstanding knowledge and accuracy from Markus Naef in all data related topics. Fast-paced approach.’

‘Very professional team.’

Kernmandanten

Falke KGaA


TYXIT SA


GEZE Schweiz AG


Axpo Services AG


Cisco Systems France Sarl


Primion AG


Nokia


Bizwell


Microsoft


Swissmedic, Schweiz. Heilmittelinstitut


Department of Health, Canton of Zurich, Zurich


Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Science, St. Gallen


Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport, Bern


Honegger AG


HSG Alumni, St. Gallen


Kodak Alaris


SwissOptic AG


Open Circle AG


Ostschweizer Fachhochschule


Kostad Schweiz AG


Wüest Partner AG Swiss Business Cloud GmbH


Weleda AG Universität St. Gallen


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Swissmedic on a major digitalisation project as well as data processing under the Swiss Federal Data Protection Law.
  • Advised Axpo Services AG on the storage of data over a certain period of time.
  • Advised Tyxit SA on data protection and general TMT questions regarding the launch of a low latency voice chat software.

Kellerhals Carrard

Retaining a solid involvement in the fields of media, telecoms, banking, and life sciences, Kellerhals Carrard handles a range of compliance, IT procurement, and regulatory issues, routinely advising on due diligence for an array of clients. Three key players lead the practice: IP expert Daniel Alder, who frequently handles data issues surrounding trade mark and copyright issues, Daniel Emch, who is well-versed in sector-specific regulations, and Nicolas Mosimann, who is fully immersed in the software, technology, and life sciences sectors.

Praxisleiter:

Daniel Alder; Daniel Emch; Nicolas Mosimann


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Cornelia Stengel


Referenzen

‘The team is very knowledgeable.’

‘They have the ability to think out of the box and are not shy to discuss new ideas and innovative solutions with regulator for approval.’

‘Cornelia Stengel is excellent.’

Kernmandanten

Magnolia International AG


Moonlake Immunotherapy


MNC SA


Orell Füssli AG


Stiftung Zewo


Swiss Broadcasting Company


Swiss Football League


Swisscom


T.R.B. International SA


Vivendi


Groupe Editis


Interforum


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  • Advising Magnolia International AG on new SaaS and PaaS solutions and offerings, revision of cloud set up, revision of all agreements (including customer agreements), and advice on cyber security and data privacy.
  • Supporting Swiss Football League with the marketing of the media and sponsoring rights.

MME Legal | Tax | Compliance

Counting a host of multi-national blue-chip corporations and start-ups in its client roster, MME Legal | Tax | Compliance is well-positioned to advise on data issues arising from disruptive technologies and a multitude of cross-border mandates. The team is helmed by Caroline Gaul, who possesses a strong grounding in Swiss and EU data protection law and data protection mandates. Martin Eckert frequently handles data issues pertaining to emerging technologies and technology-related business models. Michael Kunz is also recommended.

Praxisleiter:

Caroline Gaul


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Martin Eckert; Michael Kunz


Kernmandanten

Microsoft


Google


Zurich Insurance Group


Beiersdorf


MS Reinsurance


Emil Frey


Socios


Chiliz


1inch


GF Machining Solutions


Bancor


Symmedia


Oerlikon


Aleph Zero


GenTwo


Copper


Curve


dYdX


Sygnum


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  • Acting as Zurich Insurance Group’s Cyber Risk Response team to support holders of Zurich’s cyber risk insurance policies.
  • Advising a global skin care specialist on Swiss and cross-border data protection compliance.
  • Advising Microsoft on Swiss and cross-border data protection matters.

OBERSON ABELS SA

Antoine Amiguet and Philipp Fischer jointly lead the offering at OBERSON ABELS SA, a team that frequently handles GDPR and Swiss Federal Data Protection Act issues and is regarded for its ‘pragmatic approach’. Amiguet is a solid choice for financial institutions seeking assistance with regulatory advice, and Fischer, who provides an ‘excellent service’, possesses considerable expertise in relation to data protection regulations and the digitalisation of the financial services industry.

Praxisleiter:

Antoine Amiguet; Philipp Fischer


Referenzen

‘Philipp Fischer gives hands-on advice, excellent service and know how sharing all along complex projects.’

‘A highly competent and approachable team.’

‘I work with Philipp Fischer and Antoine Amiguet. They are both great at what they do, very dedicated and fun to work with. Always a pleasure.’

Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising the Swiss subsidiary of a leading international banking group on the course of the implementation of several outsourcing projects, both within the group and with third party service providers.
  • Advising a large private bank on the new General Data Protection Regulation and the revised Swiss data protection rules.

Pestalozzi

‘Extremely accurate, pragmatic and knowledgeable’, Pestalozzi routinely operates within the sectors of life sciences, technology, and finance, providing its client roster with expertise in advising on global IT platform programmes, cyber criminality issues, and data protection issues surrounding social media, to name a few. Michèle Burnier leads the team with her wide-ranging skillset that is comprised of IP, data protection and e-commerce mandates, among others, while experienced arbitrator Thomas Legler is also highly active in IP and IT-related mandates. Sarah Drukarch and Markus Winkler are also recommended.

Praxisleiter:

Michèle Burnier


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Thomas Legler; Sarah Drukarch; Markus Winkler


Referenzen

‘The uniqueness is the extremely professional and friendly collaboration. They feel almost to be friends but still everything is held in a professional way.’

‘The whole process was very smooth.’

‘A very friendly and collegial interaction.’

Kernmandanten

Akorn Pharma


CH Media


Coca Cola


Infor Group


Johnson & Johnson group of companies


Leclanché


McDonald’s


Ringier


ZimmerBiomet


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Valfor Attorneys-at-law

Valfor Attorneys-at-law pairs its contentious experience in data and TMT with its non-contentious experience in regard to transactions, compliance, and data transfers to advise an array of start-ups, listed companies, and established technology corporations. Leo Rusterholz, who joined from Lenz & Staehelin in June 2024, leads the team and is geared to handle a range of cybersecurity, data breach investigations, and e-commerce matters, to name a few. Christoph Gasser employs his disputes experience to act for a litany of pharmaceutical, fashion, and banking clients, while Stephan Hofer contributes his substantive transactional expertise.

Praxisleiter:

Leo Rusterholz


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Christoph Gasser; Stephan Hofer


Kernmandanten

AVIA Vereinigung


fernao Group


Mr. Gueorgui Vassilev


MedScribe


Stadler Group


Standortförderung Zürioberland


VAMED Management und Service Schweiz


ZSC Lions Eishockey


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  • Advising ZSC Lions Eishockey AG and champion of the last season 2023/24 on compliance with Swiss data protection laws.
  • Advising a leading global recruitment company on all Swiss law aspects, including data protection and telecoms law, related to their global adoption of a new marketing program, data retention guidelines, data subject access requests handling, and other issues.
  • Advising a leading global payment services provider on all Swiss law aspects, including data protection and telecoms law, related to their global adoption of a new B2B marketing initiative.

Wenger Vieli Ltd

The ‘young and dynamic team’ at Wenger Vieli Ltd particularly excels in managing data issues arising from new technology, cleantech, and the provision of advice to non-profit organisations. The ‘extremely dynamic’ Claudia Keller, who is praised for providing ‘efficient solutions’, leads the team, and she is ably supported by Matthias Langenegger.

Praxisleiter:

Claudia Keller


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Matthias Langenegger


Referenzen

‘Young and dynamic team that knows the needs of its clients.’

‘Due to the fact that they also advise start-ups, they are particularly familiar with the challenges faced by young companies.’

‘Claudia Keller is an extremely dynamic person who, thanks to her expertise, quickly recognises her clients’ needs and therefore always provides efficient solutions.’

Kernmandanten

Inner Mongolia Mengtai Group


Moneyland


Ascent


Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank


Crypto Valley Association


digitalswitzerland


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  • Advised Inner Mongolia Mengtai Group on data protection aspects in the cross-border acquisition of Alu Menziken Extrusion.
  • Advised shareholders of Moneyland on data protection matters in the sale to SMG Swiss Marketplace Group.
  • Advised Ascent on data protection aspects in the acquisition of Parkside Interactive.