We are very happy to announce that a team led by Umberto Milano (Partner, VC/M&A) and further including Karim Maizar (Partner, VC/M&A), Simon Gluch (Associate, VC/M&A) and Lisa Schmid (Paralegal)...

The Canton of Zurich had for quite some time the practise to levy wealth taxes with start-up entrepreneurs based on the monies raised in one or more recent financing rounds.

For high-net-worth individuals and families, managing wealth across generations requires careful planning and a balance between control, flexibility, and asset protection. While traditional Trust structures are very effective, many families wish to retain control over decision-making.

Switzerland continues to attract internationally mobile professionals, entrepreneurs, and investors, drawn by its political stability, strong legal framework, and favourable tax environment.

On 22 April 2020, the Swiss Federal Council announced financial support measures for startup companies to help them mitigate the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

The Delacroix family, a European high-net-worth family, had spent generations building wealth across various industries, including real estate, private equity, and financial markets.

Trusts have been around since the 12th century, starting in England and spreading to many legal systems worldwide, including those based on Common Law and Civil Law.

The use of trusts for wealth management and asset protection has evolved well beyond their English Common Law origins. Today, Switzerland stands out as a preferred jurisdiction for the administration of trusts, offering a unique combination of legal recognition, flexibility and professionalism. So, what makes Swiss Trustees particularly valuable?

On 26 February 2024, Dixcart Trustee Switzerland (SA), became a regulated Swiss Trustee, as authorised by FINMA.

Relocating to Switzerland as an entrepreneur or investor is a popular option, but it can be complex.

The jurisdiction of Switzerland offers numerous advantages.

Switzerland is a friendly place to start a business, with many international companies having their headquarters in the country.

New Swiss corporate law came into force on 1 January 2023. The transition period for Swiss companies to adapt their articles of association and regulations to the new corporate law is two years...

Presentation at Schulthess Forum Venture Capital 2024

Even by the end of January 2024, Switzerland had already introduced new regulations, which will influence various aspects of business operations...

Switzerland's accession to the Hague Trust Convention in 2007 marked a significant step in recognising and integrating foreign trusts into its legal framework.

The Limited Qualified Investor Fund ("L-QIF"), a new fund vehicle, will be introduced to the Collective Investment Scheme Act ("CISA"; new article 118a) and should enter into force in August 2023 at the earliest.

The new company law, which came into force on 1 January 2023, brings many innovations. We present these in detail in our current blog series.

Swiss Social security is financed through contributions based on an employee's gross salary, shared equally between employer and employee...

With the Federal Act on the Transparency of Legal Entities and the Identification of Beneficial Owners entering into force on 1 October 2026, certain trustees with a Swiss nexus will face new do- cumentation and record-keeping obligations.