Burkhalter Rechtsanwälte

Burkhalter Rechtsanwälte AG is an independent Swiss business law firm with offices in Bern, Zurich and Lausanne. It provides client-focused counsel to companies, institutions and executives in complex legal matters. With a history dating back to 1922, the firm has established a nationwide footprint across three locations and a reputation for practical, business-oriented solutions.

The firm focuses on six sectors, including corporate and transactions, construction and real estate, telecommunications and media, health and medicine, sports, and banking and insurance. This sector know-how underpins multidisciplinary teams that balance legal precision with an understanding of commercial and economic context.

Burkhalter Rechtsanwälte emphasizes independence and integrity, a collaborative team culture, and client service that aims for sustainable impact. The firm maintains close relationships with authorities and professional associations and participates in legislative processes to inform its advice, supporting clients through complex negotiations, disputes and strategic decisions.

About Burkhalter Rechtsanwälte

Founded in 1922

Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Real Estate

Media, Technology and Telecoms

Banking & Finance

Insurance

Languages spoken

English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Burkhalter Rechtsanwälte assists clients with corporate governance, M&A and cross-border transactions, and contract negotiation, drawing on interdisciplinary teams across Bern, Zurich and Lausanne to deliver pragmatic, business-focused solutions.

Administrative

Admiralty & Maritime

Agriculture

Antitrust

Aviation

Business Registration

Contract

Due Diligence

Franchising

Gaming

Government Contract

Licensing

Merger & Acquisition

Transportation

Venture Capital

Cannabis Law

Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations

International Trade Law

Government Relations & Lobbying

Private Equity

Corporate Governance

Sanctions & Export Controls

Real Estate

The firm handles real estate and construction matters, including property transactions, development projects and related agreements, with coordination among offices to align commercial objectives with regulatory requirements.

Commercial Real Estate

Housing, Construction & Development

Foreclosure

Land Use & Zoning

Landlord & Tenant

Mortgage

Real Estate Due Diligence

Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations

Brokerage

Conveyancing

Media, Technology and Telecoms

Advertising and Marketing

Biotechnology

Cyber Law, Data Privacy and Data Protection

Fintech

Information Technology

Media and Entertainment

Outsourcing

Technology Transactions

Telecommunications and Broadcast

Sports Law

E-commerce & Internet Law

Space Law

Data Center & Digital Infrastructure

Banking & Finance

The firm supports banks and insurers in financing transactions, regulatory matters and risk management, including corporate finance and structured finance.

Investment

Securities

Financial Services Regulation

Tax Increment Financing

Project Finance

Structured Finance

Acquisition / Leveraged Finance

Debt Capital Markets

Equity Capital Markets

Sustainable Finance

Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)

Funds & Asset Management

Insurance

The firm advises insurers on regulatory compliance, product development and claims related matters.

Bad Faith Insurance

Health insurance

Insurance Defense

Insurance Fraud

Life Insurance

Marine Insurance

Property Insurance

Reinsurance

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