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Viviana Cibelli

Counsel

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EXPERTISE

Viviana Cibelli advises private and institutional clients in all areas of business law, with particular expertise in banking and finance law, corporate law, and commercial law, as well as in mergers and acquisitions. She also works with lenders and borrowers in financial transactions, providing support in the structuring and negotiation of agreements.

Her expertise also covers data protection and regulatory law related to financial markets, including the complex aspects of financial services, necessary authorisations, and other requirements related to financial institutions.

Viviana Cibelli provides strategic support on private equity and venture capital, as well as on corporate reorganisation and restructuring. She also advises board members, owners and entrepreneurs, including SMEs, on legal issues and risks related to business operations.

EXPERIENCES

Since 2026 Counsel at Borel & Barbey
2023 - 2025 Associate at Borel & Barbey
2018 - 2023 Associate at an international law Firm in Geneva
2015 - 2018 Associate at a law Firm in Geneva
2012 - 2014 Trainee lawyer at a law Firm in Geneva

EDUCATION

2014 Geneva Bar, 2nd of the bar exam
2012 Certificate of Advanced Studies in Legal Professions, University of Geneva
2012 Master in Economic Law, University of Geneva
2010 Bachelor of Law (BLaw), University of Geneva

MEMBERSHIPS

  • Geneva Bar Association (ODAGE)
  • Swiss Bar Association (FSA)
  • Women Business Society (committee member, treasurer)

NEWS

Viviana Cibelli is appointed as Counsel, effective 1 January 2026

8 January 2026
Borel & Barbey is pleased to announce that Viviana Cibelli has been appointed as Counsel, effective 1 January 2026. This promotion is a testament to her expertise, unwavering commitment to...

Borel & Barbey advised Neural Concept on a USD 100 million financing round

23 December 2025
Borel & Barbey recently advised Neural Concept SA in connection with a USD 100 million financing round led by Goldman Sachs Alternatives, with the participation of existing investors Forestay Capital,...

Borel & Barbey advised on structuring the new Swiss auctioneer Marteau & Co

9 October 2025
Borel & Barbey recently advised Marteau & Co on its launch and first online auction, which will take place from Wednesday 15 October until Thursday 23 October 2025. Founded by...

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