About
id est avocats is a forward-thinking, independent boutique law firm assisting innovative businesses, successful entrepreneurs, sophisticated investors and global brands navigate today's complex world. The firm focuses on technologies, impact and innovation. It is B Corp certified and well connected with multinational practices. The teams are active in deal making, business support and dispute resolution, including through mediation. ### Languages - English - French - German - Spanish ### Staffing Figures - 13 Number of lawyers
Office locations
Lausanne
Lausanne
Id Est Avocats Sàrl Rue Pichard 22 P.o. Box 5508 1002 Lausanne Lausanne Switzerland
Practice areas
Lawyers in this office
Alexandre Jotterand
Partner · Technology & Digital Innovation
Juliette Ancelle
Partner · Employment
Marina Castelli-Joos
Partner · Corporate / M&A
Michel Jaccard
Michel Jaccard is the founder of id est avocats, a certified B Corp boutique law firm advocating responsible and sustainable business practices. Over the past 25 years, he has been involved in hundreds of corporate finance and M&A transactions both in Switzerland and internationally. True to the firm’s guiding principles, Michel also advises NGOs, non-profit organizations, purpose-driven companies, impact investors, and philanthropic ventures on governance, impact, and sustainability matters. Leveraging specific expertise in technology and computing, Michel supports SMEs, industrial leaders, and global brands as they navigate innovation, AI, data protection, and cybersecurity. He regularly assists with negotiations and dispute resolution in complex business projects that require a deep understanding of digital technologies (software development, outsourcing, hosting, migration, AI and platform solutions, R&D, and technology joint ventures). · Corporate / M&A