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Switzerland

M&A
The move aligns with the firm’s ambition to target Swiss businesses aiming for global expansion and foreign investors seeking Swiss assets
ESG
Companies in neighbouring Switzerland need lawyers who are up to date with the changing regulations as the EU relaxes its ESG requirements
M&A
The Zurich-based M&A lawyer explains why he likes the collaborative nature of his job and why finding balance is essential
The finalists for the 26th annual Europe awards are revealed - winners will be presented in London on April 3
The finalists for the 25th annual Europe awards are revealed - winners will be presented in London on April 24
The schuldschein market has had a record year on all accounts, and the momentum is expected to continue into the autumn
12th annual awards announces winners
The Women in Business Law Awards is excited to present its shortlist for the 2022 EMEA awards.
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    Daniel Raun and Philippe Seiler, Bär & Karrer
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    Daniel Haeberli and Benjamin Leisinger, partners at Homburger, look at how the cryptoasset class has been thrown open to institutional investors