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Prof. Dr. Markus Schott

Zürich, Schweiz

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Prof. Dr. Markus Schott

Zürich, Schweiz

P: +41 58 261 54 77

M: +41 58 262 54 77

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Markus Schott verfügt über grosse Erfahrung in allen Arten von regulatorischen und öffentlichrechtlichen Angelegenheiten, namentlich betreffend staatliche Aufsicht, verwaltungsrechtliche Sanktionen und öffentliches Beschaffungswesen. Er berät und vertritt Klienten aus den Bereichen Life Sciences und Nahrungsmittel, Banken und Versicherungen sowie Energie, Verkehr und Infrastruktur.

Markus Schott ist ebenfalls spezialisiert auf die Parteivertretung in Verwaltungsverfahren, Zivilprozessen sowie in Amts- und Rechtshilfeverfahren.

An der Universität Zürich lehrt Markus Schott als Titularprofessor öffentliches Wirtschaftsrecht. Er publiziert regelmässig in diesem Bereich.

Markus Schott wird als "sehr effizienter, äusserst flexibler und zugänglicher Anwalt" (Chambers Europe 2015) und als "Spezialist im regulatorischen Bereich" (Chambers Europe 2016) beschrieben, der "proaktive Unterstützung bietet" (Chambers Europe 2017) und für seine "praktische und nützliche Beratung" (Chambers Europe 2019) gelobt wird. Er ist auch im Who's Who Legal Guide on Life Sciences aufgeführt.

Committed to deliver an excellent quality of work.

Source in WWL 2021

Exemplary in terms of availability and responsiveness.

Client in Chambers Europe 2020

Excellent quality work.

Client in Chambers Europe 2020

In-depth analysis and recommendations.

Client in Who's Who Legal Life Science 2019

Great understanding of the legal landscape relating to clinical trials in Switzerland.

Client in Who's Who Legal Life Science 2019

Understands the Swiss market and the needs of biotech companies very well.

Client in Chambers Europe 2019

Is lauded for his practical and useful advice.

Client in Chambers Europe 2019

Knowledgeable and proactive.

Client in Chambers Europe 2018

Instrumental in moving things forward.

Client in Chambers Europe 2018

Markus Schott is "highly recommended" for his deep expertise and in-depth knowledge of regulatory matters in the life sciences and food industries.

Lexology 2025

The "excellent" Markus Schott is a seasoned life sciences practitioner with "an incredibly broad practice".

Lexology - Life Sciences 2025

I am very happy that he picks up when I call and he is very responsive.

Chambers Europe 2025

Markus Schott is always able to understand the situation thoroughly and provide legal options in a clear, accessible way.

Chambers Europe 2025

I can really say that he is much more than a legal adviser; he is a trusted business partner.

Chambers Europe 2025

Markus Schott is an example of a lawyer with deep understanding of the legal issues and the business needs of a corporation.

Chambers Europe 2025

Markus Schott has deep knowledge of the life sciences regulatory sector, along with commercial awareness. He communicates easily and is very responsive and sophisticated.

Chambers Europe 2025

Markus Schott is a widely recommended life sciences lawyer and is deemed a trusted adviser owing to his detailed knowledge of the sector.

Lexology Index 2025 - Research Switzerland

Markus Schott is a leading name in the life sciences market when it comes to regulatory and administrative matters, where he is praised by market commentators as being "highly skilled".

Lexology Index 2025 - Healthcare & Life Sciences

Markus Schott is applauded by peers and clients alike for his significant experience advising clients on regulatory matters in the life science sector.

Who's Who Legal 2021 - Healthcare

Markus Schott: neutral advice, keeps overview over complex situations.

Legal500, 2021 - Healthare and Life Sciences

Markus Schott has great experience and knowledge in pharmaceutical law and related law areas. He has deep business understanding and responds immediately when an emergency comes up. He is a high caliber professional and one of the top lawyers.

Legal500, 2021 - Healthcare and Life Sciences

He is precise, timely and professional.

Chambers Europe 2023

Markus Schott is a highly qualified professional and a lawyer with an amazing understanding of the business needs of his clients.

Chambers Europe 2024

He is a trusted adviser and always keen to support and provide solutions on any issue, regardless of how complicated it may be.

Chambers Europe 2024

Markus Schott is an expert in the pharmaceutical sector, very pragmatic, always available.

The Legal 500 2025

Markus Schott is a trusted business partner and a very efficient, highly flexible and accessible lawyer. He demonstrates strong client-centric support with practical and useful advice.

Chambers Europe 2026

Markus Schott stands out for his deep expertise in Swiss health law and his pragmatic, solution-oriented approach. He combines legal precision with strong strategic and commercial understanding.

Chambers Europe 2026

I enjoy working with Markus Schott. His vast array of knowledge, competence and skill is his biggest asset.

Chambers Europe 2026

Beruflicher Werdegang

Partner von Bär & Karrer (seit 2013)
Universität Zürich: Privatdozent für Öffentliches Recht und Europarecht an der Universität Zürich (2010), Titularprofessor (2016)
Associate bei Bär & Karrer (seit 2010)
Oberassistent an der Universität Zürich (2006-2009)
Harvard Law School, Cambridge MA: LL.M. (2004)
Associate bei einer schweizerischen Anwaltskanzlei (2002-2005)
Universität Basel: Dr. iur. (2000)
Anwaltspatent Basel-Stadt (2001)
Praktikant bei einer schweizerischen Anwaltskanzlei (2000)
Ausserordentlicher Gerichtsschreiber am Zivilgericht Basel-Stadt (1999)
Assistent von Prof. Dr. René Rhinow (1997-1999)
Universität Basel: lic. iur. (1996)