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Dr. Franziska Elena HöhneDF

Dr. Franziska Elena Höhne

Legal Counsel / Legal Advice

€950/day
Zug, CH
3-7 years

Average response time: 1 hour

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About Dr. Franziska Elena

Legal advice for startups – Corporate law, compliance, contract law & strategic decisions

Welcome to my profile!
I hold a doctorate in law, am a lawyer admitted in Germany, and practice in Switzerland.
With my experience from major law firms and legal departments of international companies, I offer practical, strategic legal advice that helps startups implement their vision safely and sustainably.

What sets me apart:
  • Startup Expertise: I guide founders and SMEs through the challenges of company formation, corporate law, contract drafting, and compliance – always with an eye on scalability and growth.
  • Commercially Minded: Instead of rigid hourly billing, I make risk-based, joint decisions with my clients – on equal footing and with an entrepreneurial focus.
  • Cross-border Experience: Specializing in international legal strategies, particularly in the Pharma, FinTech, and Insurance industries.
Business Angel Perspective: In addition to legal advice, I also invest in innovative startups, which allows me to understand your needs not only legally but also strategically.

My Services:
  • Virtual legal department for startups or SMEs
  • Legal structuring and incorporation of companies
  • Drafting and review of contracts (Founder Agreements, Terms & Conditions, etc.)
  • Compliance advice and risk management
  • International legal strategies and cross-border projects
Bonus:

With me, you get not just legal advice, but a practice-oriented partner who is oriented towards your business goals. Together, we will lay a secure foundation for your company to grow sustainably and successfully.

Are you ready to turn your legal challenges into opportunities? Then let's talk – I look forward to your project!
  • German

    Native or bilingual

  • English

    Fluent

Remote only
Primarily works remotely

Experience

  • Apellis Pharmaceuticals
    Legal Counsel, Manager
    HEALTH AND WELLNESS
    January 2023 - December 2024 (1 year and 11 months)
    Zug, Switzerland
    As an international legal contact for all countries outside the USA, I was responsible for a variety of complex legal issues, including contract law, pharmaceutical law, compliance, and corporate law. In this role, I coordinated cross-border projects, assessed legal risks, and developed tailored solutions to meet regulatory requirements and support the visions of various teams. My expertise ranged from negotiating and drafting global contracts to ensuring compliance standards in highly regulated industries such as the pharmaceutical sector.
    Contract Law Governance, Risk and Compliance Healthcare Legal Advice Corporate Law
  • Pontinova AG
    Rechtsanwältin
    LEGAL
    July 2022 - December 2022 (5 months)
    Zürich, Switzerland
    Lawyer specializing in cross-border law, tax law, and contract law for startups and private clients in complex international legal situations. My focus was particularly on the dynamic sectors of financial services, healthcare, and cybersecurity.
    Start-up Consulting Legal Advice Corporate Law Trademark Law Swiss Law
  • DUAL Swiss GmbH
    Rechtsreferendarin
    BANKING AND INSURANCE
    January 2022 - March 2022 (2 months)
    Thalwil, ZH, Switzerland
    Handling insurance claims, compliance, underwriting (risk assessments of startups and other companies), balance sheet analysis, M&A insurance
    Insurance Law Risk Management Risk & Compliance Management Corporate Governance Claims Law

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Education

  • Doctorate
    Albert-Ludwig-Universität
    2020
    Rechtsvergleichende Thematik des Gesellschafts- und Versicherungsrecht (Deutschland - USA)

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