Partner

Prof. Dr. Markus Schott

Zurich, Switzerland
Partner
Prof. Dr. Markus Schott
Zurich, Switzerland

Portrait

Markus Schott has broad experience in all kinds of regulatory and administrative law matters including governmental supervision, public procurement, and administrative sanctions. He advises and represents clients in the life science and food, banking, finance and insurance, transportation and infrastructure sectors. He also drafts expert opinions in these fields.

Markus Schott is also specialized in representing clients in administrative and civil litigation proceedings as well as international administrative and legal assistance proceedings.

He teaches public economic law at the University of Zurich and he publishes regularly in his fields of interest.

Markus Schott is described as a "very efficient, extremely flexible and accessible lawyer" (Chambers Europe 2015) and a "specialist in the regulatory field" (Chambers Europe 2016) who "provides proactive support" (Chambers Europe 2017) and is praised for his "practical and useful advice" (Chambers Europe 2019). He is also listed in the Who's Who Legal Guide on Life Sciences.

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
Career
  • Partner of Bär & Karrer (since 2013)
  • University of Zurich: Venia Legendi for Public Law and European Law (2010), Professor of law (2016)
  • Associate at Bär & Karrer (since 2010)
  • Postdoc Researcher and Lecturer at the University of Zurich (2006-2009)
  • Harvard University, Cambridge MA: LL.M. (2004)
  • Associate at a Swiss law firm (2002-2005)
  • Admitted to the Basel Bar (2001)
  • University of Basel: Dr. iur. (2000)
  • Trainee at a Swiss law firm (2000)
  • Law Clerk at the Civil Court of Basel (1999)
  • Research and Teaching Assistant to Prof. Dr. René Rhinow (1997-1999)
  • University of Basel: lic. iur. (1996)
Memberships
  • Swiss Bar Association (SAV/FSA)
  • Zurich Bar Association (ZAV)
  • Swiss Lawyers Association
  • Basel Lawyers Association
  • Swiss Arbitration Association (ASA)
  • Swisstransplant: Member of the Foundation Board
  • English
  • French
  • German

Practice Areas

Markus Schott's Deals, Cases & News

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Listed as a "global leader" in Life Sciences and in Healthcare
by Who is Who Legal 2023
Ranked as "leading lawyer"
by Legal 500 2023

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