Chabrier confirms new partner and counsel appointments

In its latest promotion round, effective 1 January 2026, Chabrier promoted Thierry Burnens (pictured left) to partner and Stanley Connor (pictured right) to counsel.

Thierry Burnens

A founding member of Chabrier’s Zurich office, Thierry Burnens leads the Firm’s tech,data, and IP  practice group. His practice concentrates on matters related to the digital economy, technology and data knowledge with a particular focus toward issues involving data protection, cyber security, copyright, licensing, e-commerce, social media, marketing, software, artificial intelligence.

Stanley Connor

Stanley Connor is a member of Chabrier’s litigation & arbitration practice group. His practice focuses on white-collar crime, asset recovery proceedings, and commercial litigation. Moreover, Connor’s experience includes several cases involving cryptocurrencies.