Alban Shabani (master’s degree in law from the University of St Gallen School of Management, Economics, Law, Social Sciences and International Affairs; attorney at law) has been a member of WEINMANN ZIMMERLI since the firm’s founding. Mr Shabani’s expertise covers contentious and non-contentious matters. For over a decade he has specialized in IP law and unfair competition law, with a focus on cross-border litigation as well as trademark, patent and unfair competition litigation. His practice also encompasses advising clients on commercial matters, especially contract drafting and negotiations (eg, licence and distribution agreements). Mr Shabani further supports his clients in the strategic and operative implementation of IP-related projects, as well as IP-portfolio management.
Clients appreciate Mr Shabani’s extensive experience in litigation and his strategic approach to dispute resolution. His negotiation skills have led to successful settlements in favor of his clients despite being confronted with an unfavorable dispute. Clients value his remarkable success rate in court, as well as his hands-on demeanor and direct communication style. He meticulously attends to every aspect of disputes, while also keeping sight of the broader strategic objectives. In addition to litigation, he is actively involved in contract drafting and negotiations, including the development and implementation of license and distribution agreements.
Year joined firm: 2013
- M.A. HSG in Law, University of St. Gallen, 2012
- INTA, 2011
- ECTA, 2023
- Bar Association of the Canton Zurich, 2013
