Commercial Litigation

Our specialised Commercial Disputes team advises and represents entrepreneurs and companies in complex, often cross-border disputes before Swiss courts, particularly the commercial courts. Our extensive expertise in commercial litigation spans a broad range of industries, from traditional sectors such as banking, construction, insurance, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, energy, real estate, and trade to emerging fields such as cryptocurrency, fintech, and artificial intelligence. Our firm has long been at the forefront of Swiss commercial litigation and has prevailed in several landmark cases before the Swiss Federal Supreme Court.

Our approach to commercial litigation

Our foremost goal is to assist entrepreneurs and businesses achieve their strategic goals efficiently, and with a strong commercial focus. We understand that, in many cases, avoiding court litigation or arbitration is in our clients’ best interests. Nevertheless, when necessary, we do not shy away from pursuing a dispute vigorously to the end.

We recognize that every dispute is unique, and craft a flexible strategy tailored to the specific circumstances of each case and the specific needs of each client. Drawing on our extensive knowledge and experience, we devise innovative solutions designed to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.

Our teams are structured to be effective and lean, with our partners actively involved at every stage, ensuring our clients receive top-tier service throughout. We are convinced that it is the quality of advice and advocacy, not the number of lawyers involved, that makes all the difference.

We are independent and conflict-free

As an independent law firm based in Switzerland, we have the liberty to collaborate with any advisor globally and serve as the central coordinator for all legal representatives involved in a strategy that spans multiple jurisdictions. Our lack of affiliation with any international networks or global offices allows us to partner with the most suitable lawyers for each specific dispute and work alongside our clients' existing advisors worldwide.

Our firm's independence and focus solely on dispute resolution enable us to take on cases that many other firms cannot, due to conflicts of interest. We are a preferred firm for conflict referral work, trusted by some of the world's largest law firms to protect their clients' interests. This trust cements our status as premier specialists in commercial litigation.

Track Record

Defending a client in a litigation concerning the sale and purchase of a rare and very precious classic sports car (Ferrari California Spyder Covered Eyes). After the client sold his classic car for a record-breaking price of nearly EUR 16 million, a third party, a company domiciled in Germany, claimed the payment of a significant commission fee for an alleged brokerage of the sale and purchase of the classic car.
Representation of a family-owned and run company concerning the payment of fees for consultancy and brokerage services.
Representing a specialty chemicals multinational company in an IT project dispute following the complex integration of technology solutions post spin-off.
Representing a high-net-worth entrepreneur in a complex contractual dispute involving claims of contract breaches and seeking compensation for damages.
Representing a Swiss international company against claims from a Middle Eastern businessman for breaches of an agency agreement.
Representation of construction company in relation to outstanding payment claims for change orders and defense against penalty claims for alleged delay.
Representation of consultant against crypto start-up regarding payment for advisory service in relation to listing on crypto exchange.
Representation of commodity trading company against Swiss private bank regarding contested loan repayment due to effects of sanctions and unwarranted currency conversions.
Representation of a Zurich business hotel in connection with its COVID-19 cancellation policy and related customer claims.
Representation of a Swiss construction company in disputes with a state-owned client due to alleged deficiencies in construction work.
Representation of a listed company from the Nordics against their Swiss supplier in a dispute regarding cancellation of a supply agreement.
Representation of a cyber security company in a dispute with a customer relating to the early termination of a firewall contract.
Representation of a European telecommunications company in a dispute with a major competitor.
Representation of an investment company in a post-M&A dispute regarding the enforcement of an earn-out arising out of a share purchase agreement for the purchase of an asset management company.
Representation of the seller of a mechatronics company in post-M&A dispute relating to earn-out clauses.
Representation of an investment company which is a subsidiary of a global bank in a post-M&A dispute regarding claims for the breach of a representation.
Representation of a contractor in a dispute concerning the claims for payment in connection with a joint venture agreement.
Representation of a multinational agricultural technology company in litigation against a Dutch indoor farming systems supplier regarding claims under a cooperation agreement.
Representation of a manager in a dispute concerning the payment of a significant sign-on bonus agreed with a multinational group of companies.
Representation of a manager regarding the enforcement of claims arising out of a carried interest pool in the private equity business.

Nater Dallafior have demonstrated a keen ability to untangle and unpack complicated commercial issues, coupled with an understanding of how Swiss law might apply.

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The involvement and dedication of the most experienced partners makes Nater Dallafior ideal to handle legally and financially complex matters.

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Nater Dallafior distinguishes itself through its exceptional legal expertise, client-oriented approach and consistent reliability.

CHAMBERS & PARTNERS GLOBAL - LITIGATION 2026

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Nater Dallafior have very profound knowledge and provide comprehensive and precisely formulated legal documents covering all aspects. The team focuses on the client's interests.

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Nater Dallafior distinguishes itself through its exceptional legal expertise, client-oriented approach and consistent reliability.

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Potential clients should be aware of the practice's exceptional collaborative environment, which not only enhances internal communication but also translates into more personalised and effective client interactions.

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The individuals I work with consistently demonstrate exceptional qualities that set them apart from competitors. One of the most notable aspects is their unwavering commitment to client success, which is evident in their proactive and personalized approach to problem-solving. This dedication ensures that every client receives not only expert guidance but also a genuinely tailored experience that meets their unique needs.

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