Our Swiss lawyers can help with legal advice on the steps involved in opening a Swiss business and can also offer a wide range of services to natural persons who need legal support in various matters.
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| Business registration services (YES/NO) |
Yes, our law firm in Switzerland can help investors open companies here |
| Bank account opening services (YES/NO) | Yes, you can rely on our lawyers in Switzerland for setting up a bank account |
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Support in tax registration (YES/NO) |
Yes, we offer support in tax registration |
| Assistance in immigrating to Switzerland (YES/NO) |
Yes, we are at your service if you want to apply for work permits, short and long-term residence permits, as well as permanent residence and citizenship in Switzerland |
| Guidance in employment matters (YES/NO) | Yes, our Swiss lawyers can advise employers and employees |
| Fiduciary services (YES/NO) |
Yes, you can rely on us for fiduciary services |
| Support in Civil Law matters (YES/NO) |
Our Swiss law firm can advise on various Civil Law matters, including Family Law cases |
| VAT registration support (YES/NO) |
Yes, we can help companies register and de-register for VAT |
| Tax advisory services (YES/NO) | Yes, we offer tax advice |
| Debt collection assistance (YES/NO) | You can rely on our lawyers in Switzerland for debt collection procedures |
| Support in renting/buying a property (YES/NO) | We can help you rent or acquire a property in Switzerland |
| Assistance in applying for investment visas (YES/NO) | Our law firm in Switzerland is at the service of investors seeking to obtain such visas |
| Estate planning solutions (YES/NO) | Our Swiss lawyers can provide wealth management and estate planning support |
| Assistance in acquiring a Swiss company (YES/NO) |
We offer assistance in acquiring Swiss companies |
| Support in investment fund creation (YES/NO) | Our Swiss law firm can help investors in setting up investment funds |
| Assistance in employment matters (YES/NO) |
We offer a wide range of services related to employment: – drafting labor contracts; – hiring and transferring foreign staff; – employment litigation support |
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Support in setting up foreign-owned companies in Switzerland (YES/NO) |
Yes, we can assist with the creation of branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland |
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Assistance in acquiring shelf companies (YES/NO) |
We can assist with the process of acquiring Swiss shelf companies |
| Support in making amendments to company documents (YES/NO) |
Yes, our Swiss lawyers can help in amending: – Articles of Association; – legal address; – company director and shareholder names, etc. |
| Virtual office acquisition services (YES/NO) |
We can assist with the purchase of a virtual office |
| Due diligence services in Switzerland (YES/NO) |
We offer real estate and company due diligence solutions |
| Company liquidation services (YES/NO) |
Yes, our lawyers in Switzerland can assist with liquidation and dissolution procedures |
| Assistance in divorce proceedings (YES/NO) |
Our law firm in Switzerland can assist in all types of divorce and child custody-matters |
| Contract Law-related solutions (YES/NO) |
We offer legal assistance in drafting, amending, and resolving contract-associated disputes |
| Access to litigation lawyers (YES/NO) | We have litigation lawyers on our team |
| Support in inheritance matters (YES/NO) |
Yes, we can assist in inheritance matters in Switzerland |
| Intellectual property laws assistance (YES/NO) |
We can help in: – trademark registration; – trademark opposition; – intellectual property disputes, etc. |
| Tax minimization advice (YES/NO) |
Yes, we offer tax planning and minimization solutions |
| Tax-related services for foreign companies (YES/NO) |
Yes, our tax lawyers in Switzerland can help foreign companies with advice and tailored services |
| Services available in various cantons/cities (YES/NO) | Our Swiss law firm is present in various cantons, among which Zug, Zurich, Basel, Geneva, etc. |
Our affiliations
LawyersSwitzerland.com is a company that was set up with the purpose of offering legal services to local and foreign businessmen. The services offered by our in-house lawyers can be used when opening a company in Switzerland, but investors can also request advice on the tax system applicable to corporate structures (tax planning services) or assistance with the accounting and bookkeeping regulations available here. No matter if you need a lawyer in Switzerland or an accountant, our team is at your disposal.
LawyersSwitzerland.com has several offices across the country, and investors can easily get in touch with our offices, which are currently operating in Lugano, Zurich, Zug, and Geneva.
What are the main services Lawyers Switzerland provides?
Here is a list of the services we offer to local and foreign clients in Switzerland in 2026:
- business registration: we can help you establish any type of company here;
- bank account opening: we service natural persons and companies;
- debt collection: we can help you recover or pay a debt, depending on your situation;
- trademark registration: we offer representation in obtaining intellectual property rights;
- Inheritance Law support: clients can rely on us for various services in this area, starting with will preparation;
- estate planning: there are several solutions you can benefit from if you want to make such plans in Switzerland;
- real estate-related services: you can rely on us if you want to buy a property in Switzerland;
- Family Law-related representation: our lawyers have experience in various areas of this law;
- tax advice: we also specialize in tax legislation matters, which come very useful for both natural persons and companies.
What are the most important legal aspects I should know about company formation in Switzerland?
It is quite simple to open a company in Switzerland in 2026, considering foreign investors are subject to the same regulations established by the Commercial Code. You first need to select a type of company, choose a company name, have the Articles of Association drafted and then submitted with the Swiss Trade Register.
Will I need special permits or licenses for my new company in Switzerland?
There are situations in which special licenses or permits are required. These depend on the business activity the company will undertake.
What is the procedure of debt collection in Switzerland?
Debt collection can be resolved amicably or by going to court. In the case of amicable proceedings, the debtor and the creditors will reach an agreement. In court proceedings, the judge will hear both sides and verify all the evidence before making a decision.
Our services focus on amicable procedures, as they are simpler and faster to complete. They are also cheaper. However, if the case requires, our litigation attorneys are ready to take the case to court. We are also at the service of people or companies trying to reach out to amicable agreements to pay off their debts.
What types of bank accounts can you help me set up in Switzerland?
We can assist in the creation of:
- personal bank accounts for Swiss residents and non-residents;
- savings accounts;
- corporate bank account for resident and non-resident companies.
Do you offer representation in trademark registration?
Yes, we can handle:
- the verification of the mark;
- drafting the documents;
- submission of the paperwork with the Swiss Intellectual Property Office;
- updates on the registration status;
- collection of the Registration Certificate.
Please note that for representation, we will need a power of attorney.
What are the Inheritance Law-related services you can offer?
Apart from helping you draft a will, we can also assist if you want to contest a testament or reach an agreement with other heirs on the division of property.
The following video offers a short presentation on the services provided by our law firm in Switzerland:
What are the most efficient estate planning solutions in Switzerland?
Setting up a Verein or foundation is an efficient estate planning tool in Switzerland, and we can help you create any of them. Also, if you want to make various investments, our Swiss lawyers can advise you on suitable financial instruments.
What are the real estate-related services you can offer?
We can help with:
- real estate checks;
- documents drafting;
- representation with the public notary;
- property registration with the Land Register.
What are the Family Law-related issues can you help me with?
Some of the most important services we offer are presented here.
Do you have lawyers who specialize in tax matters?
Yes, we do. Considering the 3-tier taxation system Switzerland has, we consider this an important matter in which we can advise for you to make the best financial decisions, and benefit from the advantages this country has to offer.
For any questions left unanswered after reading various materials published on our website, we invite you to contact us via e-mail. We will make sure to promptly respond with the answer and a personalized quotation.