Atty. Markus Pfenninger

Atty. Markus Pfenninger

Markus Pfenninger is a partner in the Transactions Team. His fields of expertise include capital market transactions, mergers & acquisitions, finance, restructurings, collective investment schemes as well as banking and insurance regulatory matters.

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About Markus Pfenninger at a Glance

Markus Pfenninger is a business and m&a attorney, practicing at Walder Wyss AG. Admitted to practice in Switzerland. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Serves clients in Zurich and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated November 2026

About Markus Pfenninger

  • Markus Pfenninger is a partner in the Transactions Team
  • His fields of expertise include capital market transactions, mergers & acquisitions, finance, restructurings, collective investment schemes as well as banking and insurance regulatory matters
  • He is a member of the International Bar Association’s (IBA) Task Force on the Financial Crisis and a past chair of the IBA’s Subcommittee on Legal Opinions as well as a past co-chair of the IBA’s Banking Law Committee
  • Born in 1963, Markus Pfenninger was awarded a Ph.D. from the Law School of the University of Zurich and was admitted to the bar in Zurich in 1991
  • He received an LL.M. from the Morin Center of Banking Law Studies, Boston University
  • He has working experience as foreign associate in a Boston financial management company and in a law firm
  • Markus Pfenninger speaks German and English
  • He is registered with the Zurich Bar Registry and admitted to practice in all Switzerland

Practice Areas Explained

Markus Pfenninger's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Markus Pfenninger handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Zurich.

Business & Corporate Law in Zurich

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions in Zurich

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Where is Markus Pfenninger's law office located?
Markus Pfenninger's law practice is located in Zurich. The firm is Walder Wyss AG. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Markus Pfenninger handle?
Markus Pfenninger focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
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What awards or recognition has Markus Pfenninger received?
Markus Pfenninger's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law, Zürich (Switzerland).

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Zurich Choose Markus Pfenninger

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Markus Pfenninger's practice in the field of business and m&a.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering business and m&a, Markus Pfenninger can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Zurich

A Zurich-based practice means Markus Pfenninger attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Markus Pfenninger Handles in Zurich

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Markus Pfenninger has experience with. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Markus Pfenninger directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Markus Pfenninger's Practice Areas & Specializations

Awards & Professional Honors

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law, Zürich (Switzerland)
- 2017

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Switzerland

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