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bähr ettwein rechtsanwälte

Bern , Switzerland

bähr ettwein rechtsanwälte is a progressive Swiss law firm with offices in Zurich and Bern, specializing in public law, environmental law, and criminal law. The firm combines diverse professional backgrounds to deliver optimal results for its clients. Their public law practice encompasses constitutional and administrative law, human rights, planning and construction law, and state liability. In environmental law, they address issues such as climate law, noise, air pollution, waste management, and nature conservation. Their criminal law services cover a broad spectrum, including legal opinions, legislative assistance, and litigation. The firm's reputation is bolstered by the accomplishments of its partners. Notably, Cordelia Bähr, a partner at the firm, has been recognized for her significant contributions to climate law. In 2024, she successfully represented over 2,500 elderly Swiss women in a landmark case before the European Court of Human Rights, arguing that the Swiss government had a duty to protect its citizens from the impacts of climate change. This achievement led to her inclusion in Nature's 10 list of people who mattered in science in 2024 and Time's 100 most influential people in 2025. bähr ettwein rechtsanwälte is committed to providing solution-oriented legal services with a focus on sustainability and modernity. They serve a diverse clientele, including non-governmental organizations, government institutions, industries, and private individuals. The firm offers services in both German and English, ensuring accessibility to a broad range of clients. Their dedication to a sustainable and modern future is reflected in their approach to legal practice and client service.

Firm Information

Founded

2016

Office

1 location

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Bern

Switzerland

Junkerngasse 56, 3011 Bern, Switzerland

Languages

English

Practice Areas

Civil & Human Rights

Civil Rights

Constitutional Law

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