Sophie Haldimann is a Junior Associate in our Bern and Zurich offices. She studied law at the University of Bern. During her studies, she acquired practical work experience in the field of commercial and private law at a Swiss bank and a law firm. After obtaining her Masters degree, she gained international experience working for a law firm in Dublin. Prior to joining BianchiSchwald, Sophie deepened her knowledge in criminal law through an internship at a Superior Court.
Legal internship at the Superior Court of the Canton of Bern
2023
Legal Intern at a law firm in Dublin
2022–2023
Student Assistant at a law firm
2020–2022
Working Student at a Swiss Bank (Credit Services department)
2022–2023
University of Bern - Master of Law
2018–2022
University of Bern - Bachelor of Law
New partners. Enhanced expertise.
valfor is pleased to announce the addition of six new partners effective 1 January 2025.
The Lausanne-based law firm Mercuris Avocats, led by partners Olivier Cherpillod, Jean-Michel Clerc, Martine Loertscher, and Maxime Rocafort, will join valfor. Their team, specialising in commercial law, tax, and dispute resolution, will integrate valfor’s Pully/Lausanne office.
Deborah Hondius and Nicolas Gurtner will strengthen valfor’s Geneva office, bringing their expertise in litigation, particularly in white-collar crime and contractual matters.
United by a shared philosophy of delivering value beyond legal advice, they all look forward to combining their skills and resources for the benefit of valfor’s clients. This strategic growth reinforces valfor’s position as one of Switzerland’s leading business law firms, with over 80 lawyers practicing across Bern, Geneva, Lausanne, Sion, Zug, Zurich, and Brussels.
With a strong international and interdisciplinary focus, valfor provides tailored legal solutions to meet the specific needs and complexities of each client’s business.
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