Zug-based business law firm PST Legal & Consulting has promoted Raphael Baumann to partner. He also takes on the co-leadership of the Emerging Technologies & Artificial Intelligence practice.
Baumann has been working as a lawyer at the firm since 2019. He is a licensed attorney and notary in the Canton of Zug. His focus is on Web3 projects, regulatory matters related to DLT, DeFi, and digital assets. This is according to a press release shared with CVJ.CH.
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Specialization in token offerings and DeFi structures
Baumann has provided legal counsel for numerous token offerings as well as DeFi and DAO structures. His work spans conception, implementation, and regulatory classification. Beyond Web3, he also advises traditional startups and SMEs, from initial funding rounds through to exit.
"Clients particularly value his solution-oriented and pragmatic approach, his deep understanding of business and technological contexts, and his ability to structure complex regulatory topics in a clear, efficient, and practical manner." - PST Legal & Consulting
The appointment underscores the firm's strategic expansion in the area of emerging technologies. PST Legal & Consulting has been active in business law for over 30 years. The firm has increasingly specialized in FinTech, blockchain, and cryptocurrencies. Demand for legal expertise at the intersection of technology and regulation continues to grow. PST Legal & Consulting was recognized this year by Chambers as a leading law firm in FinTech.
Location advantage in Crypto Valley
PST Legal & Consulting is based at Baarerstrasse 10 in Zug, in the heart of the so-called Crypto Valley. The owner-managed firm covers 13 areas of specialization. These include international and domestic tax law, corporate and contract law, and financial market regulation.
Switzerland has established itself as a leading jurisdiction for blockchain companies. Regulatory requirements continue to rise accordingly. In January 2026, FINMA published Guidance 01/2026 on the custody of crypto assets. It targets banks, securities firms, and asset managers that offer custody, trading, or investment services for crypto assets. The guidance focuses specifically on topics such as cybersecurity, private key protection, and insolvency safeguards.
Baumann's profile in Swiss crypto law
Baumann holds a Master of Law from the University of Lucerne. Before joining PST Legal & Consulting, he gained experience as a substitute at leading Swiss business law firms. He also served as an auditor at the Cantonal Court of Zug. Between 2019 and 2020, he published six specialist articles on CVJ.CH covering blockchain legal topics. These include contributions on ICOs, STOs, tokenization, and crypto inheritance.
