Portrait

We are a professional legal regulatory and compliance consulting company. We help financial institutions, corporations, pharma companies, SMEs, start-ups and FinTechs with licensing, regulation, corporate governance, compliance, legal and risk management. We advise the management in strategic questions and take care of the operative tasks for you. We offer compliance, legal and risk management services from a single source and provide integrated advice at the legal, compliance, risk and operations interfaces.

We offer best know-how and guarantee an absolutely reliable provision of services.

Expertise

  • Financial Market Law and Regulation
  • Corporate Governance
  • Strategische Beratung
  • Risk Management and ICS
  • Start-ups, FinTechs and SMEs
  • Business relocation and migration law

Offer

  • Legal advice in the field of Financial Market law
  • FINMA license applications (Banks, FinTechs and all financial institutions
  • Support in the implementation of FIDLEG, FINIG, AMLA, data protection law etc.
  • Legal advice on commercial law
  • Legal agreements and client documentation
  • Company formations
  • Business and people relocation

Our many years of experience in legal departments of large companies enable us to not only offer consultation in a well-founded manner, but also practice-oriented and with an understanding for your business. This sets us apart from many classical consulting companies and law firms.

We will advise you strategically and take care of your entire project management.

  • Conception of compliance management systems and their certification according to ISO 37301
  • Corporate Governance
  • Anti-money laundering Compliance
  • Anti-corruption law
  • Risk assessment clients, business partners and agents
  • Risk assessment complex structures and transactions
  • Data protection
  • ESG
  • Artificial intelligence
  • International sanctions and embargoes
  • Pre-audit
  • Training and coaching for management and employees

We continually observe legal and regulatory development domestically and internationally. We compile effective and sustainable compliance programs and compliance management systems for you.

  • Conception and implementation of state-of-the-art risk management and risk control processes
  • Serving temporarily and permanently in business critical and regulatory functions
  • Risk management know-how on board level
  • Training and coaching

We are your competent partner for risk management and risk control on all corporate levels.

  • Strategic Advice
  • Individual advice with regard to your business activities and questions on regulatory, legal and compliance-relevant matters.
  • Expert opinions

We know the legal and regulatory requirements as well as the practice and will be happy to advise you on your questions.

  • Conception and implementation of processes and instruments
  • Serving temporary and permanently in various compliance, legal, risk management and management functions
  • Compliance, legal and risk management outsourcing/insourcing
  • Providing staff resources during personnel shortages and for projects

There are many reasons for outsourcing. The most common ones include the company’s size, professional requirements for compliance and cost-efficiency.

The qualifications of our specialists are recognised by different financial market supervisory authorities. Our specialists are recommended by the custodian banks and auditing firms.

About Compliance

There is no legal definition of compliance. Compliance is embedded into the system of state regulation, self-regulation and individual freedom. Due to its ethical dimension, compliance goes beyond the observation of laws and rules. Compliance is very closely bound to the values in society and reflects its development.

Professionally implemented compliance is characterised by efficiency, creates competitive advantages, minimises liability and reputation risks and contributes to the company’s economic success. Involvement of external service providers is recommended in many cases.

We advise you on all compliance-related issues. We will gladly be available to you for an initial discussion.

Team

Lamara von Albertini, PhD in Law

Prior to founding von Albertini Compliance Sercvices GmbH, Lamara von Albertini worked in  Legal & Compliance, inter alia as Head Legal & Compliance for a bank,  and before that in a law firm in Zürich, and used to be a Legal Counsel in the senior management of large financial institutes in Switzerland (UBS Global Asset Management, Julius Baer und LGT). She has 20+ years of professional experience in Banking and Asset Management (Switzerland, Liechtenstein and Germany), has successfully implemented many national and international projects and advises corporations, Start-ups, FinTechs and SMEs and individuals in addition to financial institutions.

Lamara von Albertini studied law with distinction at the University of Kyiv and acquired a PhD degree there with a dissertation in law. Additionally, she holds the CAS „International Organisations“ from the University of Zürich. From 1998 to 2002, she was a lecturer at the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität in Munich. Lamara von Albertini also acts as a board member in financial institutions and companies. Working languages of Lamara von Albertini are German, English, Ukrainian and Russian.

Viktor Walker, Dr. oec. publ.

Having studied economics and business administration at the University of Zurich, Viktor Walker received his doctoral degree for his dissertation on the subject of bank risk management. Thereafter he worked as an expert for investment and risk management solutions for globally leading investment banks. He then founded, led and eventually successfully sold an independent asset management group for traditional and alternative investment strategies. Since then he founded a consulting firm, which focuses on the topics of risk management, compliance and corporate management primarily for clients in the financial industry as well as other companies. Viktor Walker serves as an independent member on the board of directors of several companies.

We have a first-class network, so that large and complex projects can be implemented reliably as well.

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Testimonials

«Exceptional insight and expertise make Lamara a distinguished partner in resolving complex compliance challenges in the financial industry.»

«I have been working with von Albertini Compliance Services GmbH, and in particular with Lamara von Albertini, since 2022. von Albertini Compliance Services supported my company in the FINMA licensing process and provides us with compliance and risk management outsourcing services – and my expectations have been exceeded in every respect.

I can wholeheartedly recommend von Albertini Compliance Services and Lamara von Albertini – whether for companies seeking targeted support in legal regulatory matters or for organizations that want to elevate their risk management to a professional and sustainable level.»

«We (our company) are extremely satisfied with the advice and support provided by von Albertini Compliance Services. Our collaboration with Ms. Lamara von Albertini has been professional and highly efficient from the outset. Complex financial market law issues are explained clearly, and all questions are answered thoroughly. Ms. Lamara von Albertini is familiar with regulatory trends and the expectations of financial market regulators, and she provides proactive advice. She responds quickly and possesses in-depth expertise.

We wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a reliable and expert partner in the field of financial market law and compliance.»

«I had the great pleasure of working with Lamara von Albertini on a project in which she provided significant support in applying for a FINMA asset management license from a compliance and legal perspective.

Lamara impresses with her exceptional expertise and in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements. She always maintains an overview even in complex situations and finds pragmatic, goal-oriented solutions.

I was particularly impressed by her ability to actively drive transformation. Lamara doesn’t just think within existing structures, she helps shape processes and procedures with a view to the future. Her commitment, reliability, and ability to work in a team have contributed significantly to the success of our project.

I can wholeheartedly recommend Lamara von Albertini to anyone looking for a technically skilled, committed, and forward-thinking expert in the field of compliance and legal project management.»

«We commissioned von Albertini Compliance Services to assist us in obtaining FINMA approval. This was successfully granted to us. The first audit also resulted in no objections. Ms. von Albertini is a great help to our company thanks to her high level of expertise. Thanks to her many years of experience, she is not only able to quickly identify company-specific issues and challenges, but can also provide practical solutions at the same time.
In our experience, this sets her apart from comparable providers, whose services usually end with problem identification and lack a practical approach to solutions.
In our specific case, this additional support from von Albertini Compliance Services enabled us to develop an IT-based program that guarantees sustainable monitoring and control of requirements in all areas.
We are therefore happy to recommend von Albertini Compliance Services.»

«Lamara has been supporting our biotech company since 2017.

She has been at our side from the very beginning and has made a significant contribution to setting up our internal structures.

Her support in the area of compliance is particularly noteworthy. Thanks to her extensive expertise, sense of responsibility, and reliability, we feel well taken care of and well protected in legal matters and in our actions.

In addition to her professional competence, we particularly appreciate the personal exchange with Lamara. Our collaboration is not only professional and efficient, but also characterized by warmth, trust, and genuine connection. She has played a decisive role in shaping our business development, and we look forward to many more years of successful collaboration.»

«Thanks to many years of experience and proven the expertise of Lamara von Albertini , our company successfully obtained FINMA license as an asset manager in 2022. Lamara von Albertini is responsible for compliance and risk management within our organisation. In this role she impresses with her comprehensive expertise, high reliability and extremely solution and result oriented approach to her work. She represents significant added value for our company and makes an important contribution ensuring our regulatory standards and sustainable corporate success.»

«Working with Lamara von Albertini has been a transformative experience for my business over the past few years. Her pragmatic approach, combined with a solution-driven mindset, has consistently delivered impactful results, particularly in navigating the complex landscape of Swiss financial regulations. Lamara’s vast competence, honed through years of experience with leading Swiss financial institutions, shines through in her ability to devise sustainable solutions that are not only effective but also meticulously tailored to the unique needs of my business. On a personal level, Lamara’s winning character and professional spirit make every interaction a pleasure, fostering a productive and enjoyable working relationship. I wholeheartedly recommend Lamara to anyone in need of top-notch legal and regulatory advice; her expertise is unparalleled, and her commitment to excellence is evident in every project she undertakes.»

«Dr. Lamara von Albertini advised our company in a comprehensive project aimed at ensuring continuous compliance with evolving regulatory requirements in Switzerland.
She provided professional, concise, innovative and solution-driven advice in a timely manner, which resulted in a highly successful project.

Beyond her technical expertise, Lamara has a remarkable ability to translate complex legal and regulatory requirements into clear, actionable strategies that can be implemented efficiently across multiple departments. Her structured approach, strong analytical skills and deep understanding of regulatory landscapes make her an invaluable partner for organisations operating in dynamic and highly regulated environments.

It is a pleasure working with her, and we sincerely appreciate her expertise, reliability and proactive mindset. We highly recommend Lamara to any large organisation seeking robust regulatory guidance, operational clarity and a long-term, trusted collaboration.»

«As independent asset managers we had to apply for the FINMA License before the end of 2022. Lamara von Albertini guided us through the demanding application process. She is a proven financial market expert with years of experience in Legal & Compliance in the financial sector. Her reflected, structured, and calming nature made our working together a very pleasant experience. The result speaks for itself: we were granted our asset management license! Thank you very much, Lamara!»

«I have known Lamara von Albertini since 2017. Lamara is a proven expert in the field of regulatory and compliance in the financial services sector, including the design and implementation of compliance management systems, know your customer (KYC), anti money laundering (AML), FATCA, FINMA regulations as well as Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) for banks and independent asset managers. I can highly recommend Lamara by Albertini!»

«I have worked with Lamara during the time when she was responsible for Compliance at RBR Capital as FINMA licensed asset manager of collective investment schemes. I experienced her as a great problem solver always looking for practical solutions. She is very knowledgeable in her field and great to work on a personal level. I can highly recommend her.»

Contact

von Albertini Compliance Services GmbH
Spätzstrasse 33
CH-8810 Horgen
Your contact person
Lamara von Albertini
‭+41 44 500 78 74‬
vonalbertini@vonalbertini-compliance.ch

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