Legal expertise.
With a human touch.
We are an independent commercial law firm with offices in Bern, Zurich and Lausanne. We assist companies, institutions and executives in complex legal matters.
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What we focus on
Six sectors in which we are particularly well established. We show all legal areas in our range of services.
Discover our expertiseWho we are
We have been advising companies, institutions and executives on complex legal issues for over 100 years – focussed, solution-oriented and with a keen understanding of economic interrelationships.
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Our network
Through our client relationships, board activities and close cooperation with business associations, we maintain direct connections to authorities and key decision-makers. Our active involvement in legislative processes and specialised expert bodies directly informs our advisory work – to the tangible benefit of our clients.
What sets us apart
Burkhalter Attorneys at Law advises independently and exclusively in the interests of our clients. We attach great importance to integrity and transparency - both within the team and externally. Our aim is to treat every legal issue with the utmost care and always adopt a clear stance. This basic understanding creates trust, which forms the basis for long-term co-operation and allows us to make decisions free from extraneous influences.
We create successful solutions through dialogue. We promote a culture of open communication in which different perspectives are not only permitted, but expressly encouraged. At Burkhalter Attorneys at Law, team spirit means that we support each other, share knowledge and take responsibility together. This means that not only we as a law firm benefit from strong team spirit, but also our clients, who can count on a well-coordinated and well-networked team.
We do not see our work as a purely legal service, but as a responsibility towards business and society. Every client gives us the opportunity to achieve concrete results with a tangible impact - be it in complex negotiations, in court or in the strategic support of business decisions. Our lawyers consciously accept this responsibility and work with the aim of creating solutions that are sustainable and practical.
Who we are looking for
People who combine law and business.
We are looking for lawyers and professionals who work with precision, take responsibility and create impact for our clients.
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