Mr Thomas Pasquier > BianchiSchwald LLC > Geneva, Switzerland > Lawyer Profile

BianchiSchwald LLC
5 RUE JACQUES BALMAT
PO Box 1203
1211 GENEVA 1
Switzerland

Work Department

Tax, Art law

Position

Thomas Pasquier works as a senior associate in the tax law department of our Geneva office. After gaining professional experience in banking and in the forensic department of a consulting firm, Thomas Pasquier was admitted to the bar in the canton of Geneva in 2017. He is also a certified tax expert since 2023. Thomas specializes in Swiss and international tax law, for both individuals and corporate entities. His expertise includes tax advice to investment funds and companies at all stages of their development. He also advises entrepreneurs and private clients on all aspects of their tax affairs: relocation to Switzerland, philanthropic activities, real estate investments, business transfers and estate and inheritance planning.

Career

  • since 2023 : Senior Associate at BianchiSchwald
  • 2018 – 2022 : Associate at BianchiSchwald
  • 2016 – 2018 : Trainee at Lemania Law Avocats
  • 2015 – 2016 : Forensic consultant at KPMG
  • 2013 – 2015 : Graduate program then Tax officer at Banque Cantonale Vaudoise

Languages

French, English.

Memberships

  • Geneva Bar Association
  • Centre du droit de l’entreprise (CEDIDAC)
  • Association genevoise de droit des affaires (AGDA)
  • Art Law Foundation

Education

  • 2023 : Certified Tax Expert
  • 2018 : Admitted to the Bar, Geneva
  • 2015 : Certificate of Advanced Studies in Legal Professions, University of Law, Geneva
  • 2011 – 2013 : Master of Law and Economics,
    University of Lausanne
  • 2007 – 2011 : Bachelor‘s Degree, University of Law, Lausanne

Lawyer Rankings

Switzerland > Tax

Boutique firm BianchiSchwald LLC advises high-profile clients, including funds and venture capital groups, on all matters related to direct and indirect taxes, customs duties and other levies. Joseph Merhai, who covers criminal tax, international tax planning, and corporate tax, heads the team. Gianni Fera advises companies and individuals in national and international tax, and regularly assists clients in negotiations with tax authorities. Thomas Pasquier and Laurent Schenker advise both individuals and corporations in the fields of Swiss and international tax law.