Legal 500 EMEA 2026: Thouvenin Rechtsanwälte recognized again across five practice areas
Thouvenin is once again recognized again across multiple practice areas in the latest edition of Legal 500 EMEA, confirming the firm”s strong and broad-based position in the Swiss legal market.
Legal 500 praises the five practice areas as follows:
Dispute Resolution – Litigation: Thouvenin Rechtsanwälte has recently pivoted towards a stronger focus on complex commercial and corporate litigation, while maintaining its traditional focus on banking and estate disputes, where it represents both Swiss and international banks, as well as high-net-worth individuals. Patrick Rohn brings “a clear sense of direction” to his role as practice head. Daniel Stoll continues to be noted for his strength on the trust and banking side, while Michael Bösch is recommended on the commercial front.
Testimonials:
“I greatly value working with this team because they combine deep legal expertise with a clear strategic view. What sets them apart is their ability to think several steps ahead while remaining very hands-on and responsive in day-to-day matters. This gives me the confidence that both the big picture and the critical details are always covered.”
“I think that clients would want to know that the practice is exceptionally strong in handling complex cases. The team is not only thorough and precise, but also very pragmatic – they know how to translate complex legal issues into workable strategies.”
“Compared to other firms, they feel more partner-driven and more engaged; I always feel well looked after.”
“Patrick Rohn brings very good judgment and a clear sense of direction, ensuring that the case is always a few steps ahead.”
“Very fast and efficient response to questions and handling of our legal tasks.”
Dispute Resolution – Arbitration: The team is valued for its “unique ability to combine deep cross-border expertise with pragmatic, solution-oriented advice” in relation to a wide range of international and domestic arbitrations. Michael Bösch, Patrick Rohn and Simon Hohler are all noted for their commercial arbitration expertise; the trio regularly appears in proceedings under ICC, LCIA, UNCITRAL, CAS and Swiss Rules.
Testimonials:
“Very professional and excellent at case strategy.”
“The Thouvenin team is absolutely vibrant and has excellent research and case analysis skills.”
“Thouvenin stands out for its unique ability to combine deep cross-border expertise with pragmatic, solution-oriented advice. The team”s strengths lie in strategic thinking, responsiveness and ensuring senior-level involvement throughout each matter.”
“Patrick Rohn stands out for his exceptional ability to combine technical precision with practical, commercially viable solutions. He has a rare talent for navigating complex cross-border disputes, anticipating risks and providing clear strategies that give clients confidence even in high-stakes matters.”
“Michael Bösch is highly professional in the field of international arbitration, with extensive knowledge and proven skills.”
“Very friendly and highly competent lawyers, efficient and constructive work.”
Commercial, Corporate and M&A: Thouvenin Rechtsanwälte has an established foothold in the manufacturing, healthcare, real estate and technology sectors. Markus Alder and Arlette Pfister, who focus primarily on corporate governance matters, jointly lead the team. Michael Bösch is a seasoned practitioner with experience assisting national and multinational clients.
Testimonials:
“Thomas Loher is a reliable partner.”
“Great responsiveness and a pragmatic and business-driven approach to legal advice. The team understands how to communicate with international clients well.”
“Very responsive, commercial and pragmatic. Exactly what you need from overseas counsel.”
“Thomas Loher and his team are wonderful to work with. They understand what clients are after and provide timely advice, including explaining how that differs from UK practice. So much easier to work with than other local counsel I have encountered.”
“This firm stands out for its deep expertise, pragmatic advice and genuine commitment to clients. The team is highly responsive, collaborative and always focused on delivering solutions that work in practice. Their innovative and flexible approaches and strong commitment to support us as a client further underline the strength and quality of the service they provide.”
“What makes the team I work with truly stand out is their rare combination of deep technical expertise, commercial understanding and a genuine commitment to partnership. This team consistently takes the time to understand our business objectives and tailor their advice in a way that is both pragmatic and immediately actionable.”
Employment: Thouvenin Rechtsanwälte“s employment team, led by Thomas Loher, supports employers across diverse industries on both routine employment matters and complex issues. The team has experience in executive hiring and termination packages, business transfers, mass dismissals and workplace compliance.
Testimonials:
“We appreciate the quick response time and the clear communication.”
“Our main contact combines outstanding expertise with a highly pragmatic approach. They explain complex matters clearly and understandably, think ahead and are always easily accessible.”
“Fast response times.”
“Thomas Loher has a very solution-oriented approach.”
“They are a great legal practice who take a pragmatic approach. They follow up in a timely manner.”
Private Client: The practice is best known for its estate planning capabilities as well as its expertise in wills, inheritance issues, matrimonial and shareholder agreements. Sandra Spirig and Pius Bumann lead the team, and both specialise in inheritance law and succession issues. Estate planning experts Daniel Stoll and Thomas Loher are also key members of the team
Testimonials:
“Thomas Loher and Daniel Stoll are great for their vast experience in the private clients field.”
“Sandra Spirig is great for her well-founded yet pragmatic solutions in the field of succession law.”
“Very strong legal know-how. Strategic thinking and efficient.”
“Thouvenin has a long-standing private client practice and is well respected in the market for their expertise in the field of inheritance and foundation law.”
“Sandra Spirig is definitely a go-to name for advice in inheritance law matters – very experienced and pleasant to work with.”
For further information see: https://www.legal500.com/firms/11578-thouvenin-rechtsanwalte/c-switzerland/rankings
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