Hall Of Fame

Leading Associates

Dispute resolution in Liechtenstein

Gasser Partner Attorneys at Law

Gasser Partner Attorneys at Law, praised by a client as ‘the best litigation firm in Liechtenstein’, offers a full-service practice with capabilities across the entire litigation and arbitration spectrum, with work ranging from private client fiduciary disputes and international arbitration to high-value commercial litigation. Described as ‘the absolute expert in foundation law’, Johannes Gasser leads the team and tackles cross-border trust disputes, while co-heads Thomas Nigg and Hannes Arnold bring a wealth of knowledge in complex disputes, with a focus on corporate structures and contentious instructions from HNWIs. Sebastian Auer has a particular focus on cross-border commercial litigation and arbitration, as well as contentious trust matters, while Johannes Sander focuses on cross-border commercial litigation.

Praxisleiter:

Johannes Gasser; Hannes Arnold; Thomas Nigg


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Sebastian Auer; Johannes Sander


Referenzen

‘Outstanding legal competence, very efficient communication skills, high attention and dedication to private clients.’

‚Hannes Arnold has out-of-the-box solutions.‘

‘Great team, in my opinion the best litigation firm in Liechtenstein. All partners are exceptionally good lawyers and very solution oriented.’

Schurti Partners Attorneys at Law Ltd

Described as having ‘an exceptional litigation team’ that is ‘internationally minded’, Schurti Partners Attorneys at Law Ltd acts for private and corporate clients across proceedings before Liechtenstein’s courts and arbitral tribunals. Andreas Schurti and Moritz Blasy jointly head the practice, with strength in trust, foundation and insurance disputes, and also acting for HNWIs and professional trust service providers. Fellow co-head Simon Ott is well regarded for high-profile white-collar criminal and cross-border asset recovery proceedings. Andreas Vogel advises on asset confiscation and tax-related disputes, with the practice being further supported by Husmira Halis and Christian Scheffknecht, who focus on civil litigation and white-collar crime instructions.

Praxisleiter:

Andreas Schurti; Moritz Blasy; Simon Ott


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Andreas Vogel; Christian Scheffknecht; Husmira Halis


Referenzen

‘Highly professional, reliable and pragmatic in dispute resolution. Our collaboration has always been smooth and efficient, and I can confidently recommend the team.’

‘Very user-friendly and responsive, tactically astute.’

‘Extremely fast and knowledgeable, using technology in a highly efficient way. A pleasure to work with.’

Niedermüller | Attorneys at Law

Recognised as ‘one of the go-to law firms for disputes in Liechtenstein’, Niedermüller | Attorneys at Law has considerable experience in international matters, from private wealth disputes, asset recovery proceedings and white-collar criminal matters to corporate litigation, with a specific focus on multi-jurisdictional disputes and asset recovery. Practice head Matthias Niedermüller ‘provides on-the-spot solutions to complex matters’ and specialises in complex and international litigation and arbitration.

Praxisleiter:

Matthias Niedermüller


Referenzen

‘Experienced firm with excellent technical knowledge across multiple legal areas, highly responsive with appropriate execution.’

‘Hard-working, very experienced team that I strongly recommend.’

‘Matthias Niedermüller is an absolute pleasure to work with: clear, precise, punctual and quick to grasp complex issues.’

advocatio Rechtsanwälte Grabher Dür

Described as ‘efficient, highly professional, and solution-oriented’, advocatio Rechtsanwälte Grabher Dür specialises in dispute resolution as it relates to corporate, banking, insurance and commercial matters. Team head Johannes Grabher, described as ‘a seasoned lawyer, effective in court’, brings extensive experience as a corporate and commercial litigator, complemented by the team’s notable expertise in malpractice cases and data protection law.

Praxisleiter:

Johannes Grabher


Referenzen

‘Very reliable, efficient, highly professional, solution-oriented, and persistent. You always feel you are in good hands.’

‘Johannes Grabher is very good as a litigator.’

‘Grabher Dür are completely independent from the finance industry in Liechtenstein and are therefore extremely objective.’

Highlight-Mandate


  • Defended a Liechtenstein insurance company in a claim stemming from its withdrawal of insurance contracts.
  • Represented an Austrian entrepreneur in private bankruptcy proceedings and in the assertion of claims for damages.
  • Represented former directors in the financial services sector in criminal investigations into embezzlement and fraud.

BATLINER WANGER BATLINER Rechtsanwälte AG

BATLINER WANGER BATLINER Rechtsanwälte AG advises domestic and international clients across a broad range of contentious matters, including corporate and contractual disputes involving banks, insurers and other financial institutions. Co-heads Ralph Wanger and Hansjörg Lingg draw on their combined expertise in civil liability matters, as well as arbitration proceedings, to advise a varied client roster.

Praxisleiter:

Ralph Wanger; Hansjörg Lingg


Referenzen

‘BWB answers legal questions very quickly and with great competence. They have an excellent network, which can be very helpful in answering complex legal questions.’

‘We work primarily with Ralph Wanger. In our opinion, he has an excellent understanding of the law, can quickly assess even complex issues, has a valuable network and is able to communicate his assessments well to non-lawyers.’

‘All cases are talked about in the team to search for a suitable person for the case.’

Kernmandanten

Gable Insurance


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acted as the trustee in bankruptcy of Gable Insurance AG.

Ospelt & Partner Attorneys at Law Ltd.

Noted by one client for being ‘committed to delivering results’, Ospelt & Partner Attorneys at Law Ltd. is well-versed in handling both national and cross-border litigation, international arbitration, as well as white-collar criminal matters. Thomas Wiedl, described as ‘consistently ahead of the curve’, heads the team and represents clients in state litigation, and also administrative matters and criminal proceedings.

Praxisleiter:

Thomas Wiedl


Referenzen

‘Thomas Wiedl is outstanding, impeccably precise, highly efficient and consistently ahead of the curve.’

‘The team combines deep legal expertise with excellent understanding of the regulated gaming sector, managing regulatory, licensing, employment and litigation matters with professionalism and commercial insight.’

‘Deeply rooted in Liechtenstein, the team is well-versed in dealing with regulatory authorities, ensuring smoother and more efficient approval processes.’

Kernmandanten

CMC Corporate Management Consulting AG


Gemeinde Triesenberg


Ospelt Holding Anstalt


FMA Mechatronics Solutions


Valair AG Helicopter Services


Itten & Brechbühl AG


AXA-ARAG


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Büro Vision AG


Bemer Group


SPAR


Adon Trading FZE Dubai/Mulberry Proje Ve dis Ticaret A.S.


Banque Havilland


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented Itten & Brechbühl in cross-border proceedings tied to a tender for architectural services for the new Liechtenstein National Hospital.
  • Represented an AXA-ARAG policyholder in a Covid-19-related dispute.
  • Representing via in various cross-border disputes.

Walser Attorneys at Law Ltd.

Walser Attorneys at Law Ltd. represents Liechtenstein-based companies, foundations and individuals in civil litigation and arbitration proceedings, representing them in matters concerning issues spanning claims brought by beneficiaries to contractual disputes. In addition to defending the interests of his clients before the domestic courts, Manuel Walser also acts for clients before foreign courts, notably the High Court of England & Wales.

Praxisleiter:

Manuel Walser


Kernmandanten

Allgemeines Treuunternehmen


CorPa Treuhand AG


CorPa Services AG


Mutual Consulting Establishment


Highlight-Mandate


  • Appeared as an expert witness for a Liechtenstein foundation in a UK-based proceeding.
  • Represented a Liechtenstein bank in a claim for damages.
  • Represented a Liechtenstein company in a contractual dispute.