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Commercial Lawyers in Switzerland

Characteristics of the Swiss Commercial Law The Company Law in Switzerland is part of the federal law and is encompassed in the French Code of Obligations. The Swiss Commercial Law regarding company structure is a federal law and applies the same in all cantons, but there are regulations about taxes that are applied at…

Opening a Branch vs. a Subsidiary in Switzerland

When starting a business in Switzerland a foreign company can decide upon opening a branch office or a subsidiary. The most common type of company used so far has been the subsidiary, but the branch office is starting to gain popularity. When considering the type of structure the company wants to establish in Switzerland it must be kept in mind the purpose of doing business…

A Guide to Swiss Courts

The Swiss laws are governed by the Federal Constitution. The Federal Constitution covers all the rules that govern the good functioning of the Swiss Confederation and formulates the responsibility of each authority. At a federal level, we find the Federal Parliament, the Federal Council and the Federal Tribunals in charge of the judiciary system. The judicial system in Switzerland is…

VAT Registration in Switzerland

In order to pay the value added tax, Swiss companies and natural persons, in some cases, need to register with the local tax authorities. Below, our lawyers in Switzerland present the main regulations on VAT registration and the procedures you need to go through to obtain a VAT number. We are at…

Types of Structures in Switzerland

Foreign investors can open various types of companies in Switzerland that are prescribed under the national legislation. Investors may set up stock corporations (AG/SA), limited liability companies (L.L.C.), partnerships (that can be classified as general partnership and limited partnership) and sole traders. The decision of opening a specific type of company depends on the share capital the businessmen want to invest in the…

Employment Lawyers in Switzerland

Employment in Switzerland The main source that regulates the labor law in Switzerland is the federal legislation. A very important role is played by federal ordinances, collective agreements and standard contracts. There is a distinction between the private labor law which empowers the provisions of the employment contract and the public labor law that imposes some minimal standards for…

Litigation Lawyers in Switzerland

1. What are the types of Courts in Switzerland? The Swiss federal judiciary consists of the Federal Supreme Court, the Federal Criminal Court and the Federal Administrative Court. The Federal Supreme Court of Switzerland used to be formed by a single room and it currently consists of seven courts: two Courts of Civil Law,…

Open a Holding Company in Switzerland

If you want to open a holding company in Switzerland, you must follow the same rules as for any other business; however, there are also specific aspects to consider. Our lawyers can advise and assist with the creation of such an enterprise. What is a Swiss holding company? A holding…

Debt Collection in Switzerland

Below, our law firm in Switzerland explains how debt recovery is completed in this country. Quick Facts Specific applicable law Federal Act on Debt Enforcement and Bankruptcy. Other specific regulations that apply (YES/NO) Civil Procedure Code. Types of debts that can be chased in Switzerland Debts incurred by natural persons and…

Company Registration in Switzerland

What are the types of companies I can register in Switzerland? Foreign and local investors can choose from the following types of Swiss legal entities: limited liability companies, stock companies, sole proprietorships, limited partnerships and general partnerships. A Swiss limited liability company must have a minimum number of two shareholders which is very advantageous for…