
Kellerhals Carrard has outstanding expertise in the fields of construction, real estate, and industrial facilities. This is underpinned by a wide range of experience we have gained through collaboration with both private and public clients as well as with service providers (construction and general contractors, architects, engineers). We also have excellent contacts with government and administrative bodies at all levels (federal, cantonal and municipal).
We provide legal support for projects by drawing attention to potential issues in a timely manner and offering practical solutions. Competent legal risk management is the best way to avoid conflicts.
We represent our clients in all civil and administrative proceedings, as well as in arbitration proceedings. Where possible and in the interests of our clients, we work towards out-of-court settlements.
Thanks to decades of experience in the construction sector, we are familiar with all issues that arise in connection with a construction project. We are at your side throughout every phase of a project, whether it involves the design, tendering, drafting of contracts, dealing with performance issues (e.g. delays and cost overruns, rectification of defects) and conflict prevention or resolution. We have extensive experience with all types of works contracts and standard forms of contract commonly used in Switzerland, notably the SIA 118 standard and the KBOB standard forms of contract. We regularly assist domestic and international clients on major international projects, applying international contract standards (e.g. FIDIC).
Dr. Marco BalmelliAttorney at Law and NotaryPartner
Dr. Emanuel DettwilerAttorney at LawPartner
Dr. Fabrizio GabrielliAttorney at LawPartner
Dr. Bernd HauckAttorney at Law (CH and DE)Partner
Andrea SchmutzAttorney at Law and Notary BS & BLPartner
Manuela Brenneis-HobiAttorney at Law and NotaryPartner
Dr. Bernhard BergerAttorney at LawPartner
Dr. Domenic BrandAttorney at LawSenior Associate
Jean-Rodolphe FiechterAttorney at LawPartner
Jean-Christophe DiserensAttorney at LawPartnerThe drafting, negotiation and structuring of all types of architect, engineer and planning contracts form part of our core expertise. We not only have extensive experience with all standard contract types and model contracts commonly used in Switzerland (e.g. SIA, KBOB), but also understand our clients’ practical needs and incorporate these into the contracts. We have an excellent network within the Swiss planning industry and actively participate in legislative projects and the drafting of contractual frameworks. We regularly advise planning firms and clients on disputes arising from planning contracts, for example regarding fees or claims.
We offer a comprehensive range of legal support for clients in both the private and public sectors. This includes, in particular, the co-design and review of investment and financing solutions, including leasing. We support project developers throughout all phases of a project, provide legal guidance for decision-making and draft the necessary documentation.
We cover all areas of public construction and planning law and advise public authorities as well as private landowners. We provide advisory and preventive services as well as acting in appeal proceedings (e.g. building permits).
We have many years of experience in public procurement. We assist both contracting bodies and tenderers throughout the tendering process and represent our clients in appeal proceedings. We closely and actively monitor legal developments in the field of procurement and maintain a strong network with all relevant stakeholders.