Nicolas has extensive experience advising clients in domestic and cross-border M&A transactions (focusing on private M&A and private equity transactions) as well as international capital markets transactions, multi-jurisdictional restructurings, and general corporate and commercial matters.
His clients include international private equity funds and multinational enterprise across various industries with a particular focus on the energy and infrastructure, healthcare and technology sectors.

Prior joining to Loyens & Loeff, he worked for leading Swiss and US law firms in Zurich and London and within legal services of professional services firms, most recently as Head of Transactions.

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Memberships

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Zurich Bar Association
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Qualifications

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Master of Laws in Corporate law, University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, 2011
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Master of Laws, Universities of Zurich and Geneva, 2005
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New York Bar, 2014
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Zurich Bar, 2008

What others say

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"Nicolas Wehrli is amazing and knows exactly what needs to be done to get the deal done."
Chambers and Partners - Global Guide (2026)
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"It was great working with Nicolas Wehrli."
Chambers and Partners - Global Guide (2026)
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"Nicolas Wehrli's dedication to excellence, integrity and long-term client relationships is evident at every stage of the process."
Chambers and Partners - Global Guide (2026)
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"Nicolas Wehrli is an extremely knowledgeable, efficient and customer-oriented lawyer."
Chambers and Partners - Global Guide (2026)
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"Nicolas Wehrli does a great job of presenting complicated issues in an understandable way and developing excellent solutions that are in our interest."
Chambers and Partners - Global Guide (2026)
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"Nicolas Wehrli exemplifies the exceptional talent within Loyens & Loeff. His extensive experience in both domestic and cross-border M&A sets him apart from his peers. He excelled in contract negotiations and technical and commercial analysis. What sets Nicolas apart is his ability to combine legal acumen with a strategic understanding of market dynamics, ensuring that clients receive comprehensive and insightful advice."
Legal 500 - EMEA (2025)
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"Nicolas Wehrli is one of the most exceptional legal professionals in the field. His negotiation skills are unmatched and, combined with his extensive experience and profound legal knowledge, enable him to find solutions tailored to the client. He combines legal excellence with commercial acumen, making him an invaluable asset in any transaction."
Legal 500 - EMEA (2026)
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Nicolas Wehrli

Partner - Attorney at Law

Nicolas.Wehrli@loyensloeff.com

Zurich

German, English

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<p>Nicolas Wehrli is a partner and a member of the Corporate / M&A practice group in the Zurich office. </p>

Nicolas has extensive experience advising clients in domestic and cross-border M&A transactions (focusing on private M&A and private equity transactions) as well as international capital markets transactions, multi-jurisdictional restructurings, and general corporate and commercial matters.
His clients include international private equity funds and multinational enterprise across various industries with a particular focus on the energy and infrastructure, healthcare and technology sectors.

Prior joining to Loyens & Loeff, he worked for leading Swiss and US law firms in Zurich and London and within legal services of professional services firms, most recently as Head of Transactions.