Next Generation Partners

Leading Associates

Construction in Switzerland

Bratschi Ltd

The team at Bratschi Ltd is praised by clients for its ‘in-depth knowledge of the whole transaction, development and construction phases.’ The firm advises on domestic and cross-border construction projects across industries including hospitality, healthcare and energy. Regulatory and risk advice, contract drafting and dispute resolution form the core of the firm’s offering. The team is co-led by Markus Aeschbacher, a specialist in real estate transactions and construction contracts, as well as related contentious proceedings, and Thomas Schönenberger, who acts for developers, asset managers and private individuals across the spectrum of real estate and construction matters. Ulrich Keusen has experience in overseeing public and administrative law proceedings, including appeals, as they relate to construction and planning matters.

Praxisleiter:

Markus Aeschbacher; Thomas Schönenberger


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Ulrich Keusen; Lukas Wyss; Marco Colombini


Referenzen

‚The team has a very high level of expertise and diversity in many different areas and locations, each with cantonal experts. The employees show a very high level of commitment.‘

‚We appreciate their fast responses and the quick recognition of correlations.‘

‚My experience with Bratschi is very positive. I have always benefited from the best service and legal advice. I achieved a lot in the cases I trusted the Bratschi team with.‘

Kernmandanten

Generali Italia SpA


Intershop Management AG/Intershop Holding AG


Realstone SA


Pensimo Management AG


Merck & Cie.


DPR Constructions


Blumer-Lehmann AG


ETH Eidgenössisch Technische Hochschule


Spitalanlagengesellschaft Spitalregion Fürstenland-Toggenburg


Meier Tobler AG


Genossenschaft Migros Ostschweiz


Arbonia AG


Halter AG


HOCH Health Ostschweiz


Stiftung Ostschweizer Kinderspital


Fortimo AG


Hälg & Co. AG


Ego Kiefer AG


Ortsbürgergemeinde St. Gallen


Bezirk und Römisch-katholische Kirchgemeinde Einsiedeln


ASTRA – The Federal Road Office of Switzerland


Petroncini Impianti SpA/Industria Macchine Automatiche SpA


Pitanguy family


Energie Wasser Bern


Monoplan AG


Laudinella Hotel Group


Losinger Marazzi AG


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Realstone SA on the acquisition and development of the Horgen Oberdorf site on Lake Zurich.
  • Assisted the Laudinella Hotel Group with the redevelopment of a lakeside hotel on Lake Thun.
  • Assisted HOCH Health Ostschweiz and Stiftung Ostschweizer Kinderspital on a hospital redevelopment in St. Gallen.

Kellerhals Carrard

Kellerhals Carrard is noted for its 'exceptional business and legal knowledge and experience in the relevant fields' of construction law. The team advises on complex projects with international exposure, combining advisory and contentious expertise, with strength in contract drafting and negotiation. Experience acting for federal, cantonal and municipal authorities enhances the firm's ability to structure and develop projects. The multidisciplinary team is co-led by the German and Swiss-qualified Bernd Hauck, litigator Sébastien Fries, Alexandre Kirschmann, who handles construction contracts and real estate transactions, and Jean-Rodolphe Fiechter, who takes on cross-border construction litigation and arbitration.

Praxisleiter:

Bernd Hauck; Sébastien Fries; Alexandre Kirschmann; Jean-Rodolphe Fiechter


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Isabelle Romy; Fabrizio Gabrielli; Christoph Jäger; Andreas Güngerich


Referenzen

‚Exceptional business and legal knowledge and experience in the relevant fields.‘

‚One great feature is that the team can work in all of Switzerland’s national languages. Kellerhals Carrard is definitely the place to go if you have legal questions about construction and real estate in Switzerland.‘

‚Bernd Hauck is a quick thinker with great responsiveness and communication.‘

Kernmandanten

CSL Behring


Franck-Areal


Gérard Benone Immobilien


HRS Group


HRS Investment AG


Implenia


Itten+Brechbühl AG


Logis Suisse AG/GEWONA NORD-WEST, Genossenschaft für Wohnen und Arbeiten/Habitare Schweiz AG/Wohnbau-Genossenschaft Nordwest/Homebase, Genossenschaft für selbst gestaltetes Wohnen und Arbeiten/Genossenschaft Mietshäuser Syndikat Basel


Lonza AG


NOVACO A.T.E.E.


Office for Municipalities and Spatial Planning of the Canton of Berne


Piedra del Sol SA/C. L. SA


PDS Engineering SA


Schleith GmbH Baugesellschaft


Swiss Association of Consulting Engineers


Swiss Post


UBS Fund Management/UBS Sima


Ville de Lausanne


Wegwarte AG


Highlight-Mandate


  • Assisted Wegwarte AG with the sustainable redevelopment of the 12,000m² Franck Areal in Basel.
  • Assisted CSL Behring with the planning and construction of two pharmaceutical facilities in Lengnau and Bern, worth over CHF1bn.
  • Advised a consortium including Logis Suisse AG, GEWONA NORD-WEST and others on a CHF200m residential development of 480 apartments.

Lenz & Staehelin

Lenz & Staehelin's practice is described by one client as demonstrating 'innovation, integrity and client-focused approach.' The team advises on construction and infrastructure projects, covering contracts, planning, procurement, and project structuring in both transactional and contentious matters. Cécile Berger Meyer leads the real estate practice in Geneva and Lausanne, while Beat Kühni heads the Zurich real estate and construction and private client groups. Nathalie Adank advises on a range of construction law challenges, as well as property acquisitions by foreign clients.

Praxisleiter:

Cécile Berger Meyer; Beat Kühni


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Nathalie Adank


Referenzen

‚The practice stands out for its innovation, integrity and client-focused approach. Compared to other firms, the team offers a uniquely agile, transparent and collaborative service model, one rooted in deep knowledge, creative problem solving and a steadfast commitment to delivering value.‘

‚What elevates Cécile Berger Meyer and Nathalie Adank above competitors is not only their technical prowess but the blend of dedication, creativity, integrity, collaboration, adaptability and empathy they bring to every interaction.‘

‚The practice was totally dedicated to our project. They brought an excellent strategy in preparing alternative solutions to reach the owners goals.‘

MLL Legal

MLL Legal‘s construction practice, headed by Wolfgang Müller in Zurich and Philippe Prost in Geneva, focuses on a range of construction matters.  The work centres on advisory and regulatory guidance, and the team also handles construction disputes, including ICC arbitrations and litigation related to both acquisitions and projects. Thierry Amy combines expertise in both banking and real estate law, including related litigation, while Jacques Johner focuses his practice on real estate matters, with particular expertise in the public sector and public procurement law. Cosima Trabichet-Castan departed the firm in January 2025.

Praxisleiter:

Wolfgang Müller; Philippe Prost


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Jacques Johner; Thierry Amy


Kernmandanten

Allianz Suisse Immobilien AG


Allreal Holding AG


Burkhalter Holding AG


Calida Holding AG


Central Real Estate Basel AG


Generali


HIAG Immobilien Holding AG


La Rente immobilière SA


Meyer Burger Technology AG


Nova Property Fund Management AG


Rystadt AG


Swiss Life AG


Swissroc Asset Management SA


Züblin Immobilien AG


1291 Die Schweizer Anlagestiftung


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised an initiator on the development of the new Cour de Gare district in Sion.
  • Advised a Swiss real estate developer with respect to an area development project involving the demolition of existing residential buildings, the replacement by new residential buildings and the renovation of a hotel.
  • Assisted a project developer with respect to a possible new high-rise building project in Zurich.

Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd

Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd's construction practice group is comprised of teams across Geneva and Zurich, advising on domestic and cross-border matters in construction and real estate, including both advisory work, litigation and arbitration. The practice handles due diligence, contract drafting and negotiation and the implementation and enforcement of real estate arrangements, including the environmental, tax and administrative aspects thereof. The group is led by Yves Jeanrenaud, Josef Caleff and Katherine Bell, supported by construction disputes specialists such as Elliott Geisinger, Philippe Bärtsch and Christopher Boog, whose practices span arbitration, contract management and major infrastructure projects.

Praxisleiter:

Yves Jeanrenaud; Josef Caleff; Katherine Bell


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Elliott Geisinger; Philippe Bärtsch; Christopher Boog


Referenzen

‘Katherine Bell is an exceptional construction lawyer with a sharp legal mind and outstanding technical expertise. She consistently delivers clear, practical and effective solutions to complex issues, combining deep legal knowledge with a strong understanding of the industry. Her ability to translate intricate matters into actionable advice makes her an invaluable adviser.’

‘Schellenberg Wittmer stands out for its ability to combine technical legal excellence with a deep understanding of clients’ commercial and strategic objectives, an essential strength in the context of a dispute’s preliminary phase.’

‘Elliott Geisinger is a very polite and calm professional. He is friendly yet always maintains a high degree of professionalism, which immediately puts you at ease. He is honest and communicates in a straightforward manner, making him a highly reliable advisor.’

Kernmandanten

Atlantic Financial Group


AXA Insurance Group


Bank Julius Bär


Barry Callebaut AG


Bristol Myers Squibb


Bouygues Construction/Losinger Marazzi


CBRE


Christie’s


Colt Data Centre Services


CPEG


Epic Suisse Property Management


FTI


HIG Capital


Holmes Place AG


Hotel Beaulac, Neuchatel


IDUN Industries


IFF


Implenia (Suisse) SA


International Labour Organization


Patrizia


Procimmo AG


SGS


Société Privée de Gérance


SV Group AG


Vantage Data Centers


Baker McKenzie Switzerland SA

Baker McKenzie Switzerland SA's construction practice focuses on real estate M&A, development projects, investment schemes, corporate real estate and hotel transactions. The department is led by Samuel Marbacher, an expert in both real estate transactions and financing. The team advises on a range of mandates and provides advisory support to private and public clients. Charles Gschwind departed the firm in November 2025.

Praxisleiter:

Samuel Marbacher


Referenzen

‚High competence, solution oriented, availability, productivity, pleasant to work with, exceptional commercial understanding, setting priorities.‘

Bär & Karrer Ltd.

Bär & Karrer Ltd. advises on a broad range of construction matters, including residential and infrastructure projects, logistics, and complex construction work, and is instructed on construction arbitration proceedings. The firm also offers expertise in private construction law, contractor and architect agreements, and technical regulations. Practice head Corrado Rampini focuses on real estate transactions, including asset and portfolio deals, in addition to assisting real estate companies with transactions in the capital markets. Dominik Infanger advises and litigates for construction companies, while Nadja Jaisli Kull and Cinzia Catelli co-head the firm’s arbitration practice, representing clients in domestic and international disputes.

Praxisleiter:

Corrado Rampini


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Dominik Infanger; Nadja Jaisli Kull; Cinzia Catelli; Rocco Rigozzi; Cyrill Diefenbacher; Patrick Neher


Referenzen

‚A well-established team that has been working together in this combination for years.‘

‚Highly experienced partners who have proven themselves in the largest and most complex transactions.‘

‚The whole team is very well set up and the partners, as well as the associates, have great experience in the real estate industry. Moreover, the team demonstrates a strong service orientation and works in a very solution oriented manner.‘

Kernmandanten

HAS Healthcare Advanced Synthesis SA


Bächler Feintech AG


Homburger

Homburger‘s construction team provides advice across transactions, regulatory matters, property development and lease issues, drawing on expertise from the firm’s disputes, tax, finance and corporate teams. The practice advises and represents clients in litigation, arbitration, administrative proceedings and investigations in the construction sector. Stefan Gäumann, who focuses on construction disputes, regulatory matters, transactions, project planning and commercial tenancy law, heads the group.

Praxisleiter:

Stefan Gäumann


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Daniel Hasler; Daniel Häusermann; Marcel Dietrich


Referenzen

‘Homburger’s team finds the best solutions, given sufficient time.’

‘I haven’t worked with many law firms in the construction space, but Stefan Gäumann at Homburger get things done properly.’

Kernmandanten

AMAG


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented an architectural company in a dispute relating to planning services for an €80m building project in Zurich.
  • Advised a Swiss real estate developer on the construction of a residential development with 202 units and an investment volume of €60m in the Greater Zurich area.
  • Advised AMAG on the construction of a multi-storey public parking facility, with over 450 spaces, in the Greater Zug area.

LALIVE

LALIVE advises on logistics and residential construction projects, combining advisory and disputes expertise across numerous industries. The team handles matters involving infrastructure, energy, and telecoms, often with significant technical and financial dimensions. Drawing on its arbitration capability, the firm represents clients before international tribunals and courts while advising on dispute prevention and project management. The practice is led by Bernd Ehle, Joachim Knoll and Samuel Moss, who are highly regarded for their work in cross-border construction and energy disputes.

Praxisleiter:

Bernd Ehle; Joachim Knoll; Samuel Moss


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Matthias Scherer


Referenzen

‚The firm’s particular strength is the focus on developing a case theory that covers the entire case, and not only the case of the party that they represent.‘

‚The firm has a diverse body of lawyers, which creates a business culture that is not dominated by the peculiarities of any particular jurisdiction.‘

‚High level of team spirit. All requests are handled in a timely manner. Deadlines are always respected.‘

Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented a US investor in a $1bn NAFTA legacy claim brought under the ICSID Rules following Canada’s decision not to grant the required permits for the construction of a carbon-neutral LNG facility in Quebec and a natural gas pipeline.

Niederer Kraft Frey Ltd

Niederer Kraft Frey Ltd advises developers, investors and contractors through every stage of construction projects, from initial conception to completion and subsequent claims management. The firm is particularly active in major redevelopment projects of former industrial sites and continues to advise on high-value transactional work. Led by Andreas Vögeli, the team’s work also includes due diligence, sales and acquisitions and structuring advice for private equity and institutional investors. Charles Gschwind joined from Baker McKenzie Switzerland SA in December 2025, adding expertise in both real estate transactions and development projects.

Praxisleiter:

Andreas Vögeli


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Charles Gschwind


Referenzen

‚High competence, solution oriented, availability, productivity, pleasant to work with, exceptional commercial understanding, setting priorities.‘

‚NKF’s real estate practice is our go-to place for all real estate matters concerning Swiss law. This in particular includes all matters related to construction! Our view is that it has maintained a leading position in the Swiss real estate transaction market for years.‘

Kernmandanten

Zürcher Kantonalbank/Swisscanto Invest/Pensionskasse der Zürcher Kantonalbank


UBS Asset Management Switzerland


Schroder Investment Management (Switzerland) AG


Helvetia Versicherungen


Cham Properties Swiss AG


Coop


Mettler Entwickler AG


Swiss Finance Property AG


Swisscom Immobilien AG


AXA Investment Managers (Schweiz) AG


Mikron Switzerland AG


Procimmo SA


REWE Group


Rhystadt AG


Pensionskasse der HOCHDORF-Gruppe


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Pensionskasse der HOCHDORF-Gruppe regarding the sale a residential real estate portfolio in the Cantons of Zug and Lucerne.
  • Advised Helvetia Insurance on real estate portfolio sales in the Cantons of Zurich, St. Gallen, Neuchâtel and Basel.

Pestalozzi

Pestalozzi's construction group shows 'dedication to the team and ownership of the process and outcome.' The firm provides advice on building and development projects spanning the industrial, residential and infrastructure sectors, with additional expertise in transactions, leasing, financing and procurement. The team also advises on regulatory and environmental matters. Michael Lips, a specialist in construction who advises on planning, construction, procurement and real estate transactions, heads up the practice.

Praxisleiter:

Michael Lips


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Larissa Rickenbacher; Paola Wullschleger


Referenzen

‚Clear communication, excellent follow up to guard deadlines. Excellent knowledge and ability to connect with other specialists.‘

‚Dedication to the team and ownership of process and outcome.‘

‚Very good understanding of services, timely, even fast delivery of results, very high accuracy and consistency of statements over longer periods. Very competent staff who provide confidence to the client.‘

Kernmandanten

Jeannet Beteiligungs AG


Bjarke Ingels Group/Itten + Brechbühl AG


Winter Unternehmungen AG


Silveroc AG


Synthes GmbH


Lake Resort Interlaken AG Oberried


Navigare Hotel Resorts AG


Psychiatrische Universitätsklinik Zürich


McDonald’s Suisse Development Sàrl


Bally Schuhfabriken AG


Confiserie Sprüngli AG


Workday Switzerland GmbH


numa Zurich GmbH


Synthes GmbH


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Lake Resort Interlaken AG Oberried on the development of a luxury resort on Lake Brienz in the Bernese Alps.
  • Assisted the Zurich Psychiatric University Hospital on development projects at its main location in Zurich Lengg, and its location in Rheinau.
  • Advised McDonald’s on the development of several new restaurant locations throughout Switzerland.

Walder Wyss Ltd.

Walder Wyss Ltd. advises on development projects, acquisitions and disputes across Switzerland, acting for a client base that is active in a diverse range of industries. The team is led by Francis Nordmann, Johannes A. Bürgi and Christian Eichenberger. The firm’s national presence enables it to manage large projects. Acting for owners, developers, funds and international brands, the firm is noted for providing comprehensive support on major construction and real estate matters.

Praxisleiter:

Francis Nordmann; Johannes A. Bürgi; Christian Eichenberger


Referenzen

‚What truly sets this practice apart is its ability to combine deep technical expertise with a pragmatic, client-focused approach. The team is not only highly knowledgeable in their field, but they also have an exceptional talent for translating complex issues into clear, actionable solutions.‘

Kernmandanten

Swiss Finance & Property Group


PURE Funds AG


Artisa Developer AG


aestate property AG


ECOREAL Swiss Real Estate Investment Foundation


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised the Swiss Finance & Property Group on several real estate development projects across Switzerland.
  • Assisted Rhystadt Ltd with a major real estate development project in the Canton of Basel-City.
  • Assisted URE Funds Ltd on several real estate development projects across Switzerland.

Chabrier Avocats

Chabrier Avocats has varied experience in the construction industry, advising on both infrastructure projects and private developments. The team represents developers throughout all project stages, from acquisition and financing to completion and sale, and frequently acts in public procurement and energy-related matters. Mathieu Simona leads the practice and advises Swiss and international clients on real estate, construction and lease issues, with additional expertise in energy projects.

Praxisleiter:

Mathieu Simona


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Marc Gilliéron; Karim Khoury


Valfor Attorneys-at-law

Valfor Attorneys-at-law offers advice across the construction and property lifecycle, encompassing development, planning, procurement, leasing and investment structuring. The team operates across Switzerland, led by Yves de Coulon in Geneva, Marc Metzger in Zurich, and Bruno Hunziker in Bern. The team's work spans high-value developments, including hospitality projects, and lease expansions, alongside day-to-day advisory and construction-related disputes for domestic and international clients.

Praxisleiter:

Yves de Coulon; Marc Metzger; Bruno Hunziker


Kernmandanten

Casacuberta Inmuebles


Alpenda SA


Demathieu Bard


Swiss Prime Site Bonhôte Immobilier SICAV


VAMED Management und Services Schweiz AG


ZSC Lions AG


ZSC Lions Arena Immobilien AG


Rehaklinik Seewis AG


Rehaklinik Dussnang AG


Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht AG


Thommen-Furler AG


Alcosuisse AG


Meister 1881 AG


Rehaklinik Tschugg AG


Christian Dior Couture


Anesthesia Holding


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised an international investor in relation to its Geneva portfolio, including the Beau-Rivage and Fraser Suites.
  • Advised ZSC Lions Arena Immobilien AG on all legal aspects of the construction of a 12,000-seat ice hockey arena.
  • Advised VAMED Management und Service Schweiz AG on its takeover of Rehaklinik Tschugg AG, including real estate due diligence and the negotiation of a long-term lease for clinical facilities.

Wenger Vieli Ltd

Wenger Vieli Ltd advises clients across all phases of construction projects, from development and planning to execution and subsequent dispute resolution. Led by Roman Heiz, who offers both transactional and construction contract experience, the team includes Sophia Hartwig and Nadine Zanetti, who strengthen the firm’s construction practice with their transactional and contentious practices. The group is also noted for its understanding of public construction law.

Praxisleiter:

Roman Heiz


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Sophia Hartwig; Nadine Zanetti


Referenzen

‚Fast reactions and turnaround time, including for ad-hoc inquiries – competent team members.‘

‚Very great team to work with. Big expertise, fast feedback, very good handling of difficult cases.‘

‚Roman Heiz and Sophia Hartwig are both very passionate, have big expertise and provide fast, constructive and exceptional legal advice. We can call them at any time and they take the time to understand our concern and give goal-oriented feedback.‘

Kernmandanten

Beyond Gravity


RFR Development


Globus


InnHub La Punt


SOCAR Energy Switzerland GmbH


Personalvorsorgestiftung der Ärzte und Tierärzte PAT-BVG


Leutwyler Dienstleistungen


Casa Vita


FPE Parken (Schweiz) GmbH


ISG Interior Services Group (Schweiz) AG


Custodia Immobilien AG/W. Stäubli Immobilien- und Beteiligungs- AG


ecoGroup Swiss AG


Lucid Switzerland AG


PROPCURA Property AG/PROPCURA Real Assets AG


Hedin Automotive Switzerland AG


Otto Jacques Gassmann AG


Cecchetto Import AG


Mint Architecture AG


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented Lucid Motors in a cross-border dispute regarding a construction project on a property in Switzerland leased by Lucid.
  • Advising PROPCURA as lead counsel on legal and tax matters in connection with the development and construction of nine apartment buildings in the City of Zurich.
  • Advised RFR Development in construction related legal, contractual and regulatory matters, as well as in administrative proceedings and disputes in connection with its €25m renovation and construction project on Zurich’s Bahnhofstrasse.