Bär & Karrer Ltd. is recognised as ‘exceptional’ in handling complex, high-stakes mandates. Co-headed by Eric Stupp and Joel Fischer on the internal investigations side, and with Andrew M. Garbarski and Saverio Lembo leading the white-collar crime practice, the group combines capabilities in regulatory enforcement, crisis management, cross-border investigations and corporate criminal defence. The practice benefits from a deep bench of specialists: Gadi Winter is a noted for his expertise in financial regulations and related investigations, while Massimo Chiasera stands out for his work on corporate crime and crisis response mandates. Stephanie Walter offers sharp insight into insurance and financial regulatory issues, and Andreas Länzlinger is valued for his strengths in investigative and governance matters. Aysun Günes further enhances the team with her ‘dedicated and attentive’ focus on compliance and internal investigations.

Homburger is recognised for its ability to navigate reputationally and politically sensitive matters on behalf of global institutions, leading financial groups and international NGOs. The team is led by Claudio Bazzani, who is regarded for his highly competent oversight of internal and regulatory investigations. The practice is further strengthened by senior practitioners such as Flavio Romerio, known for his ‘extensive practical experience’ in financial crime, regulatory enforcement and crisis-driven mandates for major financial institutions, and Roman Richers, commended for his ‘pragmatic’ handling of criminal proceedings and other white-collar crime matters.

Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd’s white-collar crime and investigations team is led by Benjamin Borsodi and Peter Burckhardt, who are both recognised for their deep experience in cross-border enforcement, corporate criminal liability and high-stakes regulatory matters. Simone Nadelhofer is praised for her work on large investigations, including crisis-driven mandates involving data-heavy reviews, while Charles Goumaz is known for his skill in managing sensitive criminal and regulatory proceedings. Made partner in January 2026, Roland M. Ryser is described as ‘diligent’ and ‘determined’ in international white-collar cases, including corruption and foreign bribery matters, and George Ayoub is regarded as ‘incredibly knowledgeable’ in financial crime, corporate investigations and regulatory enforcement. Former public prosecutor Gabriela Svalduz joined the team in March 2026, adding experience in white-collar criminal, asset recovery and sanctions matters.

Multinational corporates and financial institutions turn to Baker McKenzie Switzerland SA for guidance on regulatory issues, internal reviews and cross-border investigations. The practice is co-chaired by Christoph Kurth, who offers ‘practical and tailor-made solutions’ in matters involving US, EU and Swiss authorities, particularly sanctions, cyber incidents, corporate criminal liability and DOJ-led investigations; and Simon Ntah, who has a strong track record in cartel dawn raids, major fraud matters and sensitive internal investigations.

Lenz & Staehelin excels in high-profile financial crime, AML and regulatory enforcement proceedings. The practice is led by Dominique Müller and Flavio Delli Colli, both recognised for their handling of sophisticated regulatory and criminal proceedings; Hikmat Maleh, a key figure in cross-border financial crime cases brought by the Office of the Attorney General of Switzerland and foreign prosecutors; and Valérie Menoud, noted for her proficiency across investigations, banking regulation and enforcement strategy. Fedor Poskriakov ‘takes a hands-on approach’ to financial regulatory matters, particularly where investigations intersect with evolving fintech and AML frameworks. Delli Colli was promoted to the partnership in January 2025.

Praised for ‘tailoring solutions to each client’s unique commercial, regulatory and strategic context’, Niederer Kraft Frey Ltd directs high-profile regulatory investigations, internal reviews and enforcement matters. The practice is co-led by Juerg Bloch, an expert in guiding corporates and financial institutions through large-scale investigations; Myriam Fehr-Alaoui, who specialises in white-collar matters and criminal proceedings, and Philipp Candreia, a key advisor on FINMA enforcement, AML compliance and financial market regulation. Sandro Abegglen is also highlighted for his knowledge of AML frameworks and regulatory issues in the financial sector.

Led by Daniel Lengauer, Michael Daphinoff, and François Micheli, Kellerhals Carrard handles a broad spectrum of matters spanning criminal defence, regulatory enforcement, internal investigations and governance reviews for financial institutions, public bodies and high-profile individuals. The firm’s mandates routinely involve complex fraud, AML compliance, public sector accountability and cross-border criminal proceedings. Davide Ceroni is regarded as an ‘excellent professional and valued partner’ owing to his work on high-stakes criminal matters and multi-jurisdictional investigations.

LALIVE is distinguished by its work on major fraud, asset tracing and corruption matters, as well as banking litigation. It is frequently instructed in globally coordinated civil and criminal proceedings. At the helm is Daniel Lucien Bühr, who advises on regulatory, white-collar crime and compliance matters, and Sandrine Giroud, who specialises in domestic and international litigation, with a focus on private client disputes, as well as fraud and asset recovery. Dominik Elmiger is a standout practitioner in banking and commercial disputes, insolvency proceedings and the enforcement of foreign judgments.

Nater Dallafior Rechtsanwälte AG impresses with its internal investigations and corporate crime capabilities, regularly acting for multinational corporations across the pharmaceutical, healthcare, retail and financial services sectors. The practice is co-led by Claudia Götz Staehelin, who is ‘highly effective’ in internal investigations, governance failures and ESG-linked compliance reviews, and Patrik Salzmann, who brings expertise in cross-border criminal investigations, sanctions matters and asset-related proceedings. Also integral to the team is Roberto Dallafior, ‘outstanding and experienced’ in contentious regulatory mandates, with particular strength in FINMA enforcement actions and banking-related investigations.

‘An exceptional team for international criminal matters’, Pestalozzi advises financial institutions, sovereign entities and UHNWIs on criminal enforcement, internal investigations, regulatory compliance and crisis management. The team is led by Christophe Emonet, a ‘powerhouse’ investigations expert, who is known for managing cross-border financial crime cases, sensitive corporate investigations and interactions with Swiss and foreign authorities. Dario Marzorati brings a ‘pragmatic approach’ to regulatory enforcement, corporate misconduct and criminal proceedings.

Walder Wyss Ltd.‘s regulatory, compliance and investigations offering spans financial crime, governance reviews and internal investigations. The practice is jointly led by Oliver Kunz, who is ‘well-experienced’ in sensitive investigations and crisis-driven mandates and Pascale Köster, who now co-leads the group and is widely regarded for her expertise in corporate misconduct and regulatory enforcement proceedings. The team is further bolstered by Thomas Müller, who is highly knowledgeable in financial market regulation and banking supervisory issues and Monique Sturny, who contributes deep competition and compliance experience. Téo Genecand, who handles sanctions and AML issues, was promoted to partner in January 2025.

Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan (Schweiz) GmbH has a particularly active white-collar crime, regulatory investigations and enforcement practice. At the helm is Thomas Werlen, who is ‘razor-sharp’ in coordinating parallel criminal, civil and regulatory strategies in Switzerland and abroad. He is supported by Simon Vorburger, ‘outstanding’ in corporate investigations and financial crime matters, and Remo Decurtins, 'a first-rate advocate' in fraud, asset recovery and regulatory enforcement work.

Wenger Vieli Ltd‘s regulatory, compliance and investigations practice is co-led by Michael Mráz, who anchors the firm’s investigations offering and handles the bulk of its enforcement and criminal matters and Martin Peyer, who heads the regulatory side and advises financial institutions and fintech clients on licensing, AML and financial market rules. They are supported by Loris Baumgartner, recognised for his involvement in major investigations.