Real Estate & Construction

Operating at the heart of the Swiss real estate industry, you will benefit from our in-depth industry knowledge. Being a first tier Swiss real estate law firm, we advise you on the entire property ‘life-cycle’ from the initial acquisition, development, leasing, joint venturing, restructuring and financing through to the final exit, as well as tax and corporate structuring, planning, environment and litigation.

You will profit from our broad-based expertise in all fields of real estate law which is cemented by our involvement in real estate industry events and in the boards of directors of real estate companies. Our team members also act as Associate Judge at the Rental Court Geneva or certified specialist SBA in construction and property law, giving them valuable perspective and genuine first-hand understanding of the real estate industry. Seamless mobilization of integrated teams of experts in Zurich and Geneva across different languages and across real estate, company and tax law guarantees you optimum results.

Our team offers you access to experts especially in these areas:

With our integrated network of leading individuals, we have the commitment, resources and know-how to get your deals done, whatever and wherever they are.

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Forward thinking and commercial in our approach, we structure your transaction or project to best fit your corporate and tax needs.

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Providing a holistic approach, we handle all project development issues to support you in timely implementing your projects.

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One of our traditional main strengths is rental law which is of key importance for you in transactions but also in negotiating long-term commercial rental agreements or in disputes.

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Advising lenders, borrowers and investors on domestic and cross-border real estate financings, refinancings and restructurings means that you can benefit from our excellent overview of the aims and needs of different market participants.

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Our experienced real estate litigators advise you on property litigation risk avoidance. If necessary, we act for you on the full range of property disputes, in particular in the areas of construction disputes and landlord-tenant conflicts.

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Legal 500 EMEA, Real Estate & Construction, 2022

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Publications

International Comparative Legal Guide – Real Estate 2024, Switzerland

ICLG - Real Estate Laws and Regulations - Switzerland Chapter covers key topics relating to practical points and commercial terms in leasing, investment, development, and financing. Published: 21.12.2023
  • EN

Protection du climat et rapports sur la durabilité

IMMO'24 Magazine, p. 116, December 11, 2023
  • FR

Klimaschutz und Nachhaltigkeitsberichterstattung

IMMO'24 Magazin, S. 116, 11. Dezember 2023
  • DE

The Legal 500 Real Estate Comparative Guides 2023/24 – Switzerland

The Legal 500: Real Estate Comparative Guide, 7th Edition, Legalease Ltd, 6 December 2023
  • EN