Blockchain has emerged to be one of the most definitive technologies of current time. As with any new technology, however, the legal aspects surrounding blockchain and its applications may not be readily apparent to founders, executives and investors.
In this case, it becomes vital that organisations rope in the right advisory support. Here are some of the top legal professionals that have built a body of expertise in the space of blockchain. The selection was made by Who’s Who Legal based on nominations from peers, corporate counsel and other market sources this year. Fintech News has scanned the rankings to pick out the top Switzerland-based lawyers for you.
Who is Who in Fintech and Blockchain Legal Switzerland 2021
Martin Hess
Martin Hess from Künzi Hess MacNab is a “well-known” finance lawyer who comes “highly recommended” for his invaluable experience advising fintech businesses.
Cornelia Stengel
Cornelia Stengel
Cornelia Stengel at Kellerhals Carrard is a “very seasoned professional who is capable to combine legal and business know how to the benefit of the client”.
Reto Luthiger
Fintech specialist Reto Luthiger from MLL Meyerlustenberger Lachenal Froriep has “the ability to provide expert advice based on profound knowhow of the regulatory landscape in Switzerland”.
Andreas Glarner
MME Legal Tax Compliance’s Andreas Glarner is “great to work with” according to peers, who applaud his extensive fintech experience and strong knowledge of e-payments.
Matthias Kuert
At CMS von Erlach Partners, Matthias Kuert is “a thorough legal specialist” with “extraordinary analytical skills and a great international legal network”.
Rashid Bahar
Rashid Bahar
Advestra has an “excellent” individual in Rashid Bahar who regularly advises clients on the Swiss legal and regulatory framework surrounding fintech matters.
