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VISCHER AG
work Schützengasse 1 P.O. Box 8021 Zurich Switzerland
Peter Kühn specialises in M&A, banking and finance and private equity. In addition he advises domestic and foreign clients on corporate, contract and aviation law, and is experienced in real estate as well as cross border legal issues. Educated in Constance (Dr. iur.) and London (LL.M. in International Financial Law), Peter has been admitted as an attorney in Germany since 2005 and in Switzerland since 2008. Peter is recognized by the Regulatory Board of the SIX Swiss Exchange as representative of issuers. He gained his practical experience in several law firms and the legal department of an international airline. Peter is a passionate chess player.
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"Capable, available and very hard working."
IFLR 1000 (2022)
"Peter Kühn and Urs Haegi are very supportive and service-orientated, meaning we always receive swift and competent replies in written or oral form. Beside that there is a always a personal note and much empathy. They really try to understand our business."
Legal 500 (EMEA 2022) – "Real Estate and Construction"
The VISCHER team has a notable sweet spot in public takeovers and proxy solicitations but also assists issuers and underwriters with the listing of securities at the SIX Swiss Exchange. The group is sought after by clients from the life sciences and pharmaceutical sectors in particular, but also acts for banks, securities dealers, insurance companies, hedge funds, and asset managers. Adrian Dörig leads the team, which also includes key practitioners Markus Guggenbühl, Jana Essebier and counsel Peter Kühn.
Legal 500 (EMEA 2021) – "Capital Markets"
"VISCHER's transport department specialises in acting for airlines on corporate matters, contract negotiations and transactions, as well as insurance cases. Christoph Niederer and Urs Haegi are advising Swiss International Air Lines on various legal aspects concerning international employment, social security and tax issues. Managing associate Peter Kühn is another name to note."
Legal 500 (EMEA 2019) - "Transport"
"Peter Kühn is praised by peers as an "excellent lawyer, who is very reliable". He is particularly knowledgeable in aviation law, and advises both nationally and internationally in this area."
Who's Who Legal (Switzerland 2019) - "Transport"
VISCHER with its Transport/Aviation team was honoured as one of the five most recommended law firms in aviation.
BILANZ 2019 edition of the top law firms in Switzerland
"Urs Haegi at VISCHER stands out as 'a main man' in the Swiss transport market who is particularly recognised for his outstanding work across the aviation space.
Peter Kühn is widely recognised for his excellent aviation practice where he provides first-rate and effective counsel to both national and international clients."
Who's Who Legal (Switzerland 2018) - "Transport"