We are legal facilitators!
We share
common
values
True respect
We embrace diversity as a cornerstone of every successful team. We are dedicated to bridging cultural gaps and fostering authentic relationships grounded in respect, honesty, and empathy.
Meaningful commitment
We treat every project as if it were our own. More than just a service provider, we are a partner committed to your success.
Sustainable balance
We are attuned to interpersonal and organizational dynamics. We strive to balance competing interests—whether personal, inter-organizational, external, or environmental. We take positions with conviction and authenticity.
Laura Ausserladscheider Jonas
Laura joined Nils and Olivier as partner in 2024. Passionate about problem-solving, she loves finding solutions to every challenge she encounters. Curious about everything, she excels in communication and enjoys creating connections between people.
You’ll often find her walking her Rhodesian Ridgeback, preparing (and of course eating!) vegan dishes, or recording episodes for her Metta Life Podcast.
Laura Ausserladscheider Jonas
A Doctor of Laws and an insatiably curious mind, Laura specializes in creatively solving complex problems, always placing human relationships at the core of her practice. Her approach involves analyzing legal and personal challenges from multiple perspectives, constantly seeking pragmatic and effective solutions. Passionate about communication, she values harmony and collaboration within teams.
Before joining Legal Light, Laura worked at the Federal Department of Justice, contributing to the implementation of international mutual legal assistance in criminal matters, particularly for politically exposed persons (PEPs), and in collaboration with international courts. She also served as Deputy Director of the Lucerne Academy for Human Rights Implementation at the University of Lucerne, and taught Master’s students, fueling her passion for education and knowledge-sharing.
If she doesn’t answer the phone, it’s probably because she’s walking her Rhodesian Ridgeback in the woods, preparing (and eating) vegan dishes, or recording a new episode of the Metta Life Podcast. Her love for animals and cooking reflects her appreciation for authenticity and connection.
Nils Peter
Nils co-founded Legal Light with Olivier. Nils is pragmatic and solution-driven, extremely (possibly overly, if this exists) enthusiastic about supporting businesses and connecting the right people to maximize their potential and reach their goals.
Riding the motorbike or mountain bike, hiking in the woods with his dogs, that’s probably what Nils is doing if you reach his voicemail.
Nils Peter
Nils is a down-to-earth people connector. He’s focused on solutions; and he brings out the best in the people around him to help your business achieve its goals.
As a former Senior Consultant within EY’s Legal, Regulatory & Compliance team – where he met his partner Olivier – and lawyer, Nils presents the rare combination of legal and consulting experience. He enjoys folding seamlessly into client teams to help solve problems.
His areas of expertise include commercial contracts, corporate law, employment law, financial and banking regulations, and team and project management. Nils also serves as a military investigating judge.
If he’s not picking up the phone, Nils is likely hiking in the woods (with his dog) or riding his motor- or mountain bike; feel free to chat about it with him if you feel like it and have time!
Olivier Unternaehrer
Olivier and Nils co-founded Legal Light. Olivier is empathetic and relationship-focused and will be fully committed to helping everyone perform to their very best in order to achieve their personal and professional objectives.
Running, skiing, and cooking are three major passions and sources of energy to Olivier, second only to his family and friends.
Olivier Unternaehrer
Olivier is passionate about people and enjoys helping them grow and excel. Driven by a deep desire to support businesses, Olivier brings to the table his experience as a former lawyer, an in-house attorney, a legal team and project manager and an international financial group’s Data Protection Officer.
He focuses on personal data protection, contractual and corporate law, legal project management and process building, and people facilitation. His broad regulatory, operational, and legal expertise gives him a unique foundation for creative problem solving.
Olivier is a natural people connector. He thrives on team and collaborative work. He brings calm to the thorniest cross-functional problems. Your goals are his goals, and he will help your business reach its fullest potential.
On a personal level, Olivier would love to chat with you about snow sports, trail & marathon running, wine and coffee, food & cooking, or participatory & collaborative work. Feel free to invite him for a run or to share a moment.