Advestra

Switzerland

IFLR1000 Reviews

Financial and corporate

Located in Zurich, Advestra is a relatively new firm founded in 2020. Founders of the new firm came over from Bär & Karrer. The firm specializes in financial and corporate law. 

Highlights

The firm advised Emmi on the CHF 700 million bridge financing for the acquisition of Mademoiselle Desserts Group. The firm’s team was led by financing partner Alexander von Jeinsen and also included Alexander Fische, Elizabeth Lagler and Celine Martin. Emmi is listed on SIX Swiss Exchange and marks the largest acquisition of Emmi’s history.  

The firm acted as legal counsel to Galderma in its inaugural bond issuances in 2024 and 2025 following is its successful IPO. The two senior bonds were issued in two tranches valued at CHF 500 million each. 

 

Testimonials 2025

“Always on point, Advestra did everything in a timely manner and advice was outstanding. They've pushed through our position as much as possible and have been very reliable and a great sparring partner” - Bank lending  

“Highly professional support, perfect availability and impeccable responsiveness. Superb drafting in every material and formal respect. Very pleasant contacts.” - Bank lending  

“Timely delivery of services, strong and positive working attitude, general expertise” - Bank lending  

“Quick thinkers who provide tailor made, pragmatic advise. Always available when there is any need, even on very short notice.” - Banking and finance 

“The team has demonstrated outstanding knowledge as well as experience in the market. They have been very responsive and also pragmatic.” - Capital markets debt  

Advestra is very pragmatic and outcome-oriented, making them a perfect fit for small and mid-sized transaction where we are mainly active. They provide expert know-how, are always available and quick to respond to complex questions.” - Capital markets equity  

“Very professional, lot of knowledge and efficient work” - M&A 

 

Key Clients

Aebi Schmidt, UBS Switzerland AG, SIG Group, Emmi, Viseca