Legal 500 (EMEA 2021) – "TMT"
"The ability to both provide first-class legal advice and combine it with a clear understanding of business needs and processes in a fast changing environment, is a particular strength of partner Rolf Auf der Maur."
Legal 500 (EMEA 2021) – "TMT
"Vischer, and in particular Rolf Auf Der Maur, are a pleasure to work with because they have a deep understanding of the market and the dynamics of a quickly developing industry. Thus, they are able to provide very practical advice which does not only consider the legal framework but also business requirements."
Chambers Europe 2021 - TMT
David Rosenthal is particularly noted by sources for his strong expertise on data protection matters. He advises on a range of mandates, including cloud migration, data protection and IT contracts. Interviewees say he is "client-friendly and up-to-date."
Chambers Europe 2021 - TMT
One client states: "They understood what we needed, got the team together quickly and delivered what they promised," before adding: "From start to finish, they were a well-maintained machine." Sources also say:"Their service is characterised by very fast, interconnected and pragmatic thinking," reports one impressed source.
Who's Who Legal Thought Leaders (Global 2020) - "Data - Telecoms & Media"
"Rolf Auf der Maur is commended for his considerable experience handling mergers and acquisitions and related regulatory matters for clients in the media and telecoms space." He is listed as Global Elite Thought Leader.
Who's Who Legal Thought Leaders (Global 2020) - "Entertainment"
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Who's Who Legal Thought Leaders (Switzerland 2020) - "Sports & Entertainment"
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Legal 500 (EMEA 2019) - "TMT" - Tier 1
"VISCHER's TMT practice has experience of sector-relevant convergence issues, regulatory requirements, online services licensing, outsourcing and transfer agreements. Rolf Auf der Maur successfully represented Swisscom as defendant in the first Swiss ISP-blocking matter brought by film rights holders, while Basel-based Christian Wyss assists Sympany with the review, drafting and negotiation of various different IT agreements with suppliers and outsourcing providers. Netflix, Quadrant and Additiv also feature in the client list."
Chambers Europe (2019) - "TMT" - Band 1
"Rolf Auf der Maur is noted for his expertise across a variety of TMT matters and for his extensive recent activity in data privacy and data security matters. He assisted Quadrant with a global data protection and GDPR compliance project. He also frequently advises on copyright issues. Clients describe him as "very creative and efficient when we need to deal with difficult situations."
Legal 500 (EMEA 2018) - "TMT" - Tier 1
"Vischer delivers ‘a very good performance with quick reactions, subject competency and a solution-oriented approach’. The practice is particularly well known for broadcasting and e-commerce matters, while also handling IT and telecommunication cases. Recent highlights include representing Swisscom in Switzerland’s first ISP blocking case brought by film rights holders and advising Netflix on copyright issues as well as on regulatory requirements for VOD services. Private TV network 3 Plus Group is another active client. Rolf Auf der Maur is a ‘proven specialist’."