Cutting through complexity
Our legal services span the entire deal spectrum, ranging from acquisitions, divestments, mergers, spin-offs and venture capital transactions through to joint ventures, carve-outs and distressed transactions. As part of a deals team of more than 250 specialists in Switzerland alone, our lawyers have gained unparalleled experience and industry insights in numerous M&A transactions, and provide the necessary mixture of practical approach, creativity and commitment to excellence for your M&A project to succeed.
Having a legal adviser at your side who understands the wider impact of a transaction – from valuation and industry regulation to tax and strategy – is crucial for hedging risks and exploiting opportunities. Leveraging experts from across our tax, deals, consulting and assurance practices, we assemble the right team, guiding you holistically through any stage of your M&A transaction. We see the big picture and deliver clear, actionable advice tailored to your strategic goals.
Wherever you are in the world and whichever stage of the transaction process you are navigating, we provide the skills and global scale needed to support every step of your M&A strategy. With legal practitioners in over 95 territories worldwide, we offer a truly global perspective while staying focused on relevant local issues. Our extensive global reach gives you an edge – bringing agility, speed and expertise throughout the entire transaction lifecycle.
We harness cutting-edge legal technology to enhance efficiency, streamline processes and improve decision-making at every stage of your M&A journey. By combining innovative tools with our legal expertise, we help you manage complex transactions with even greater clarity, speed and confidence.
Today, corporate decision makers are well advised to consider data privacy as early as possible.
Dr. Benjamin Fehr
Partner, Legal, PwC Switzerland
Benjamin Fehr is the leader of the M&A and Corporate Law practice of PwC Switzerland. He specializes in domestic and international M&A transactions but also advises on all aspects of general corporate and commercial law and has a strong track record in real estate and finance.
Laura Fertitta
Director, Legal, PwC Switzerland
Laura Fertitta is a Director in the M&A and Corporate Law practice of PwC Switzerland, with a focus on domestic and international M&A transactions (sell-side and buy-side), Pre-Deal and Post-Closing legal advice. She also advises clients on all aspects of corporate law and governance.