Thomas Schönenberger

lic. iur., LL.M., Certified Specialist SBA Construction and Real Estate Law
Attorney at law Partner Notary
Co-Head in Construction, Real Estate and Hotels
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Schoenenberger Thomas

Vita

For many years, Thomas Schönenberger has mainly been practicing in the field of construction and real estate law, with a focus on real estate transactions, construction and planning contracts, turnkey and general contractor ageements as well as construction litigation. His national and international clients predominantly include professional property developpers and investors, real estate companies and major construction companies. Thomas Schönenberger also advises and represents private individuals in all matters of construction and real estate law. Furthermore, he advises and represents clients in corporate transactions (M&A), contracts and competition matters.

Admitted to the Swiss Bar since 2001.
  • Co-Head of the Construction, Real Estate, Hotels industry group (since 2022)
  • Chairman of the board of directors of Bratschi Ltd. (2017-2022)
  • Member of the board of directors of Bratschi Ltd. (2015-2017)
  • Partner with Bratschi Ltd. (since 2008)
  • Associate attorney with Buob Staub & Partner (2002-2007)
  • Trainee with focus on corporate taxation within the tax administration of the Canton of Geneva (2001-2002)
  • Admitted to the St. Gallen Bar (2001)
  • Legal internship within a law firm in St. Gallen (2000-2001)
  • Legal internship at the District Court of Wil SG (1999-2000)
  • Certified Specialist SBA in Construction and Real Estate Law (part-time) (2014)
  • Certificate of Advanced Studies in Construction and Real Estate Law, University of Fribourg Law School (part-time) (2013)
  • Certificate of Advanced Studies in Finance and Accounting for Lawyers, Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (part-time) (2010)
  • LL.M. – International Business Law, University of Zurich Law School (part-time) (2004-2006)
  • lic. iur., University of Bern Law School (1999)
  • Chairman of the St. Gallen Bar Association
  • recommended for «Real Estate and Construction» by Legal500 (2024)
  • recommended for «Real Estate» by Chambers Europe (2024)
  • recommended for «Real Estate and Construction» by Legal500 (2023)
  • Legal500: «Thomas Schönenberger is a high-profile professional. He was always able to recognise the core of the problem and proposes immediate, very prompt corrective actions. What we appreciate a lot is his ability to break down very complex legal topics into simple explanations, understandable also by non-legal professionals. The matters were always handled with care and having the cost in focus and control.” and “THE expert and sparring partner for real estate and construction law. Very engaged and resourceful.” (2022)
  • recommended for «Real Estate and Construction» by Legal500 (2022)
  • recommended for «Real Estate and Construction» by Legal500 (2021)
  • Legal500: «Thomas Schönenberger – his expertise in real estate law combined with deal experience made him a valuable partner.» (2020)
  • recommended for «Real Estate and Construction» by Legal500 (2019)
  • recommended for «Real Estate and Construction» by Legal500 Europe (2018)
  • Distinction summa cum laude (LL.M. – International Business Law, University of Zurich Law School) (2004-2006)
  • Winner of the Pestalozzi Lachenal Patry Prize for best performance in the specialization course A "Law of Contracts and Arbitration" (LL.M. – International Business Law, University of Zurich Law School) (2004-2006)
  • Swiss Bar Association (SBA)
  • St. Gallen Bar Association
  • Chamber of Specialist Lawyers SBA in Construction and Real Estate Law
  • International Bar Association (IBA)

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Real Estate Transactions with a Special Focus on Hotel Acquisitions

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Switzerland - Corporate Acquisitions and Mergers

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News

21.03.2024

Chambers Europe Rankings 2024

We are pleased to announce that Bratschi AG has been recognized in the 2024 edition of the prestigious international Chambers…
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06.07.2022

Bratschi Ltd. advises Pilecki Institute on the acquisition of Hotel Schwanen, Rapperswil

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