Dubs Dieter
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Dr. Dieter Dubs

He knows all the cases going back 20 years – his knowledge is amazing.

Client in Chambers Europe 2011

Very smart

Source in Chambers Europe 2021

Knows how to deal tough but fair.

Chambers Europe 2019

He stands out as a specialist in public M&A matters and has strong experience handling hostile takeovers.

Who's Who Legal Switzerland 2018

He is technically sound in public M&A deals and a very calm adviser, who is very creative.

Client in Chambers Europe 2018

Experienced and passionate.

Client in Legal 500 2017

He's an outstanding public M&A lawyer and is very skilled.

Client in Chambers Europe 2016

Very experienced in hostile takeovers.

Legal 500 2016

One of the most eminent advisers in public takeover matters.

Client in Chambers Global 2015

Praised by clients for his business acumen.

Client in Chambers Global 2015

Extremely smart.

Client in Chambers Global 2014

Absolutely superb on public takeovers.

Chambers Global 2013

Extremely smart, experienced and down-to-earth.

Source in Chambers Global 2013

You can't go wrong with him on your team.

Chambers Global 2012

An encyclopaedia on public tender offers and stock exchange matters.

Client in Chambers Europe 2011

He knows all the cases going back 20 years – his knowledge is amazing.

Client in Chambers Europe 2011

Very smart

Source in Chambers Europe 2021

About

Dieter Dubs has broad experience in M&A transactions with a focus on public tender offers, having represented several target companies in unfriendly takeover situations. In addition, Dieter Dubs advises listed companies on corporate and regulatory matters.

LanguagesEnglish, German
Curriculum
  • Partner of Bär & Karrer (since 2005)
  • Harvard Law School: LL.M. (2002)
  • University of St. Gallen: Dr. iur. (2000)
  • Junior Associate at Bär & Karrer (1998)
  • Research and Teaching Assistant to Prof. Dr. Ivo Schwander (International Private Law) (1993-1997)
  • University of St. Gallen: lic. iur. (1993)
Memberships and Public Offices
  • Recognized Representative for the Listing of Securities at the SWX Swiss Exchange
  • Editor of GesKR
  • Swiss Lawyers Association (Schweizerischer Juristenverein)
AdmissionNot Admitted to the Bar

Dieter Dubs' Deals, Cases & News

Ranked as 'leading' in M&A/Corporate

by Leaders League 2023

Ranked as 'Market leader'

by IFLR 1000 2023

Ranked as 'leading' in M&A/Corporate

by Leaders League 2023

Ranked as 'Market leader'

by IFLR 1000 2023

Contact

Bär & Karrer Ltd.
Brandschenkestrasse 90
CH-8002 Zurich
Switzerland

Assistant

Dieter Dubs' latest Speaking Engagements