Partner - M&A and Private Equity

Dr. Christoph Neeracher

Zürich, Schweiz
Partner - M&A and Private Equity
Dr. Christoph Neeracher
Zürich, Schweiz

Porträt

Christoph Neeracher hat sich auf die Bereiche internationale und nationale M&A-Transaktionen (Schwerpunkt private M&A und Private Equity-Transaktionen, inklusive Secondary Buyouts, Public to Private Transaktionen und Distressed Equity), Transaktionsfinanzierungen, Venture Capital, Startups, Sanierungen, Sitzverlegungen sowie Gesellschafts- und Vertragsrecht (u.a. Joint Ventures, Partnerships und Aktionärbindungsverträge) spezialisiert. Ein zusätzlicher Schwerpunkt seiner Tätigkeit bilden damit verbundene Bereiche wie Arbeitsrecht für Führungskräfte (z.B. hinsichtlich Beteiligungs- und Anreizsysteme).

Er verfügt über grosse Erfahrung in der Begleitung von nationalen und internationalen Transaktionen (Buy- und Sell-Side sowie Auktionsverfahren) ebenso wie in der gesellschafts- und handelsrechtlichen Beratung von Klienten. In den Kernbereichen seiner Tätigkeit vertritt Christoph Neeracher Klienten auch in Gerichtsverfahren.

Chambers Global und Europe führen Christoph Neeracher als "leader in the field of M&A" (seit 2010), und er hat die höchste Anerkennung von Chambers Global im Global Ranking 2021 in Band 1 erhalten. Zusätzlich listet IFLR 1000 ihn als "market leader" (seit 2021). The International Who's Who of M&A Lawyers zählt ihn zu den führenden M&A-Anwälten der Welt. The Legal 500 bezeichnet ihn als "extremely experienced in M&A matters and very strong in negotiations" und stuft ihn im Bereich "Commercial, Corporate and M&A" als "Leading Individual" ein.

Christoph Neeracher is a very strong negotiator who is punctual and provides very valuable advice.
Chambers Global 2025
Christoph Neeracher is by far the best lawyer in Switzerland. He is really commercial, incredibly reliable, efficient and quick.
Chambers Global 2025
Christoph Neeracher and his team are a class act. Christoph Neeracher's client service and general level of service is very strong. His level of sophistication is very strong. His commercial vision is very strong. He is the best M&A lawyer in Switzerland.
Client in Chambers Europe 2023
Christoph Neeracher is an exceptional partner at B&K; very experienced, competent with strong negotiation skills. He is very powerful and solution-oriented, as well as exceptional strong personality.
Client in Legal500 2023
Christoph Neeracher has a commercial mindset, is a great negotiator and has a pragmatic working approach.
Client in Legal500 2023
Stands out, among others, because he has great experience, is transaction-minded and is always focused on resolving issues.
Client in Legal 500 2022
Very pragmatic approach and focus on the key issues.
Client in Chambers Global 2022
With his extensive experience and instincts, he quickly adapts to new situations, and was key to the successful closing of the deal.
Client in Chambers 2021
He is a very talented, smart and strong negotiator.
Client in Chambers 2021
Christoph Neeracher has immensely impressed me with his commercial mindset and holistic thinking.
Client in Chambers 2021
Christoph Neeracher is a seasoned leader in the Swiss market thanks to his vast experience in a variety of domestic and cross-border transactions. He is considered "the go-to M&A lawyer in Switzerland.
Lexology Index 2025 - M&A and Governance
Christoph Neeracher is an esteemed M&A specialist who possesses strategic insight into both international and domestic transactions, making him a valued asset to the legal community.
Lexology Index 2025 - Research Switzerland
Christoph Neeracher is highlighted as a go-to name in the Swiss market for his in-depth expertise in private M&A and private equity transactions.
Lexology Index 2025 - Thought Leaders - M&A and Governance
Christoph's service is constantly of the highest quality. His vast experience and exceptional negotiation skills translate into extraordinary value in his advice.
Chambers Global 2026
Christoph Neeracher is a very persuasive and strong negotiator.
Chambers Global 2026
Christoph Neeracher is the leading lawyer in the country.
Chambers Global 2026
Christoph Neeracher has a very strategic approach to transactions, ensuring his clients' success.
Chambers Global 2026
Christoph Neeracher is the best M&A lawyer in Switzerland.
Chambers Global 2026
Christoph Neeracher is one of the most experienced M&A lawyers in Switzerland; he has seen it all.
Legal 500 2026
Beruflicher Werdegang
  • Partner von Bär & Karrer (seit 2007)
  • Associate bei Bär & Karrer (2001)
  • New York University: LL.M. in Corporate Law (2001)
  • Universität Zürich: Dr. iur. (2000)
  • Anwaltspatent Zürich (1999)
  • Auditor am Bezirksgericht Meilen (1997-1998)
  • Universität Zürich: lic. iur. (1996)
Mitgliedschaften und Ämter
  • American Bar Association (ABA)
  • Swiss Private Equity & Corporate Finance Association
  • Schweizerischer Anwaltsverband (SAV/FSA)
  • Zürcher Anwaltsverband (ZAV)
  • Deutsch-Schweizerische Juristenvereinigung
  • International Bar Association (IBA)
  • IPBA (Inter-Pacific Bar Association)
  • Englisch
  • Deutsch

Tätigkeitsbereiche

Christoph Neeracher's Deals, Cases & News

Alle Deals, Cases & News
Als 'Market Leader' bewertet
von IFLR 1000 2023
Bewertet als Band 1 in Corporate/M&A
von Chambers Europe und Chambers Global 2023
Als 'leading lawyer' anerkannt
von Legal 500 2023

Christoph Neeracher's letzte Publikationen

Christoph Neeracher's letzte Vorträge