Partner

Dr. Peter Hsu

Zurich, Suisse
Partner
Dr. Peter Hsu
Zurich, Suisse

À propos de

Peter Hsu est l'un des principaux interlocuteurs dans le domaine bancaire, des assurances et de la finance et dirige l'équipe d'assurance de Bär & Karrer. Il dirige l'équipe d'assurance de Bär & Karrer. Sa pratique est axée sur les banques, les assurances, le financement et les marchés de capitaux. Il conseille des banques suisses et étrangères, des assureurs, des maisons de titres, des gestionnaires d'actifs, des courtiers en assurance et d'autres intermédiaires financiers ainsi que des entreprises fintech et insurtech en matière de fusions et acquisitions, de réglementation, de droit des sociétés et de droit des contrats. En outre, il conseille des clients sur des opérations de fusions et acquisitions dans d'autres secteurs.

Peter Hsu a publié plusieurs livres et articles sur des sujets liés à la banque, aux assurances et aux marchés de capitaux et est régulièrement invité à s'exprimer sur ces sujets.

Chambers cite Peter Hsu comme avocat de référence et Legal 500 l’inclut dans son « Hall of Fame » pour son excellent travail. Peter Hsu est classé comme une personne de premier plan dans les domaines de pratique de la banque et de la finance ainsi que de l'assurance et de la réassurance et figure sur la liste des praticiens "les plus appréciés" en matière d'assurance et de réassurance (Who's Who Legal 2018). The Legal 500 le désigne comme une "personne clé au sein du secteur de la banque et de l'assurance" et "une source exceptionnelle de conseils en matière bancaire avec une grande expérience dans le secteur de la banque et de l'assurance" (2020). En outre, une source dans The Legal 500 2020 le décrit comme "l'avocat le plus convivial - terre à terre, prêt à retrousser ses manches, mais aussi expérimenté et sage dans ses conseils". Dans le Who's Who Legal, il est cité comme "le "go-to guy" pour les clients qui ont besoin de conseils en matière de réglementation de l'assurance et de la réassurance" (2013, 2018) et "acteur clé dans le domaine de la réglementation de l'assurance et de la réassurance en Suisse" (2014) et reçoit des éloges pour ses "capacités inégalées". En outre, il est décrit comme "extrêmement compétent" en matière d'assurance et de réglementation, loué pour son "approche orientée vers les affaires" (2016) et il est également noté qu'"il n'est pas seulement un expert en matière de réglementation, mais a également une compréhension très profonde d'autres domaines juridiques". En outre, il est loué pour "son approche pragmatique pour résoudre les questions juridiques" (2018). Dans IFLR 1000, un client le caractérise comme "très bien informé, soucieux du détail et très ouvert aux solutions et approches novatrices" (2016).

Peter Hsu provides an amazing breadth of expertise in banking and regulatory matters.
Chambers Global 2025
Peter Hsu is highly sought after by fintech venture investors and blockchain companies for his exceptional experience across the gamut of regulatory and transactional matters.
Who's Who Legal Fintech & Blockchain - Fintech 2023
He has a longstanding practice, he is very thorough and client-oriented.
Source in Chambers Global 2022
A truly excellent lawyer.
Source in WWL 2021
Top regulatory guy!
Source in WWL 2021
The go-to guy!
Source in WWL 2021
Very strong presence in the insurance market.
Source in WWL 2021
Perfect advice which can easily and readily be implemented and used for further action within the company.
Client in IFLR1000 2021
Stands out for his significant experience advising fintech and insurtech businesses.
Source in WWL 2021
Provides professional, pragmatic and implementable solutions.
Client in IFLR1000 2021
Extremely responsive and understands very well the business of the bank and the involved risks.
Client in IFLR1000 2021
Excellent team manager with great business understanding.
Source in Legal 500 2020
Peter Hsu is the most user-friendly lawyer I have met in Switzerland.
Source in Legal 500 2020
Down-to-earth, ready to roll up his sleeves, but also experienced and sage in his advice.
Source in Legal 500 2020
Peter Hsu’s services are first class.
Source in Legal 500 2020
He is an outstanding source of advice in banking matters with great experience in the banking and insurance sector.
Source in Legal 500 2020
Very strong and good for financial services, very responsive.
Client in Chambers Global 2020
Knowledgeable and clever.
Client in Chambers FinTech 2020
Very well-known expert in the market who is very active in regulatory and M&A work.
Interviewee in Who's Who Legal Insurance & Banking 2019
A straight up intellectual and astute lawyer.
Client in IFLR 1000 2020
Very important player in the market, and definitely an expert in the field.
Who's Who Legal 2019
He has a brilliant overview of complex and multidisciplinary matters.
Interviewee in Chambers Europe 2019
A well known expert for insurance supervision law.
Who's Who Legal Insurance & Reinsurance 2018
Not only an expert on regulatory topics, but also has a very profund understanding of legal areas.
Who's Who Legal Insurance & Reinsurance 2018
Stands out for his pragmatic approach.
Who's Who Legal Banking 2018
Very knowledgeable, very flexible and delivers very fast and precise answers.
Chambers Fintech 2018
He is very pragmatic.
Client in Chambers Europe 2018
Exemplary reputation in the market for excellence and achievement.
Client in Who's Who Legal 2016
Extremely knowledgeable.
Client in Who's Who Legal 2016
Has in-depth knowledge of the banking and insurance industry.
Legal 500 2016
Very knowledgeable, detail-oriented and very open to novel solutions and approaches.
Client in IFLR 1000 2016
Peter Hsu is "widely respected across the fintech industry" for his deep expertise in representing clients in regulatory licensing and enforcement proceedings.
Lexology Index 2025 - Research Switzerland
Peter Hsu is a clear leader in the insurance and reinsurance field and a trusted source of guidance for major Swiss and foreign banks and other leading financial intermediaries. He is also well-regarded for his valuable contributions to the academic advancement of the sector.
Lexology Index 2025 - Research Switzerland
Peter Hsu is a distinguished practitioner with a wealth of experience advising insurers, brokers and insurance technology companies on regulatory, transactional and corporate matters.
Lexology Index 2025 - Insurance
Peter Hsu is highly sought after by fintech venture investors and blockchain companies for his exceptional experience across the gamut of regulatory and transactional matters.
Lexology Index 2025 - Fintech & Blockchain
Peter is a very strong lawyer in the field.
Lexology Index 2025 - Banking
A go-to lawyer for any banking-related matters in Switzerland.
Lexology Index 2025 - Banking
Peter Hsu is singled out by market commentators as "a leading practitioner in insurance regulatory matters.
Lexology Index 2025 - Thought Leaders - Global Elite
Peter Hsu is a truly exceptional lawyer, combining deep technical expertise with a rare and sophisticated understanding of the fintech and financial services market.
Legal 500 2026
He is distinguished by his ability to anticipate regulatory and commercial developments, providing clients with advice that is both innovative and pragmatically grounded.
Legal 500 2026
Peter Hsu stands out due to his expertise, dedication, and ability to approach challenges with effective solutions.
Legal 500 2026
What sets him apart from competitors is his deep industry knowledge, combined with a collaborative and client-focused approach.
Legal 500 2026
Parcours professionnel
  • Partner at Bär & Karrer (since 2009)
  • University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law: LL.M. (2004)
  • Associate at Bär & Karrer (2002-2003 and 2004-2008)
  • New York State Bar (2004)
  • Admitted to the Zurich Bar (2002)
  • Law Clerk to the Labour court at the District Court of Zurich (2000-2001)
  • Law Clerk to the District Court of Zurich (2000)
  • University of Zurich: Dr. iur. (1999)
  • Inhouse counsel at SWX Swiss Exchange/Ad hoc publicity (1997-1999)
  • Research assistant to Prof. Dr. H.C. von der Crone at the University of Zurich (1996-1997)
  • University of Zurich: lic. iur. (1995)
Associations et fonctions publiques
  • European Forum on Financial Crime & Sanctions Risk Management (Member of the Steering Commitee)
  • AIDA Swiss Chapter (Member of the Organising Committee)
  • Swiss Bar Association (SAV/FSA)
  • Zurich Bar Association (ZAV)
  • International Bar Association (IBA)
  • Swiss Society for Liability and Insurance Law (SGHVR)
  • Co-editor of the Basel Commentary on the Anti-Money Laundering Act (MLA)
  • Co-editor of the Basler Commentary on the Insurance Supervision Act (ISA)
  • Board member of Jyske Bank (Schweiz) AG (2015/2016)
  • Anglais
  • Allemand

Domaines d'activités

Peter Hsu's Deals, Cases & News

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Classé comme '"excellent" en Investments Funds
par Leaders League 2023
Classé comme "leading" en Banking & Finance
par Leaders League 2023
Classé comme "leading lawyer"
par Legal 500 2023

Peter Hsu's dernières publications

Peter Hsu's dernières interventions