Kellerhals Hess

Kellerhals Carrard is a leading Swiss law firm that plays a central role in the European life sciences and biotechnology ecosystem. Formed through the merger of Kellerhals Hess and Carrard & Associés, the firm provides specialized legal services including intellectual property management, regulatory compliance, and venture capital financing for healthcare companies. They are particularly recognized for advising Swiss biotech startups on initial public offerings (IPOs), cross-border mergers and acquisitions, and complex licensing agreements. The firm's Life Sciences practice group is one of the most active in Switzerland, supporting a wide range of clients from academic spin-offs to multinational pharmaceutical corporations.