
WHAT WE OFFER
We provide targeted legal advice to individuals, businesses, and public institutions in the Bernese Oberland – and represent them before all Swiss courts.
EMPLOYMENT LAW
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Ordinary Termination: Was the dismissal abusive, or is the employer required to pay compensation?
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Termination at an inopportune Time: Is a dismissal during illness legally valid?
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Immediate Termination: What are your rights in case of an unjustified immediate dismissal by the employer?
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Working Time Models, Overtime & Extra Hours: Is your employer required to pay for overtime?
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Notice Period: When does the notice period end?
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Discrimination: How can you take legal action against workplace discrimination?
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Employment Contract & Staff Regulations: What must be included in an employment contract?
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Expenses & Compensation: Does your company need an expense policy?
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Bonus & Gratuity: Is the payment of a bonus mandatory or voluntary?
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Labour Law Compliance: What legal requirements apply to employee time tracking?
CONSTRUCTION & REAL ESTATE LAW
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Builder’s Lien: How can I register a construction lien if the client refuses to pay?
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Neighbor Law & Emissions: Can my neighbor legally block my view?
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Property Acquisition by Foreign Nationals: Am I allowed to buy an apartment in Gstaad as a foreign citizen?
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Building Permit Requirements: When do I need a building permit for my construction project?
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Construction Defects: What steps should I take if I discover defects during or after construction?
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Building Permits & Objections: What are my rights if neighbors or authorities object to my building project?
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Construction Contracts: Who is liable for delays on the construction site?
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Boundary Distances & Building Regulations: What boundary distance must my neighbor observe?
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Condominium Ownership: What rules apply when renovating a condominium?
FAMILY LAW
(MARRIAGE, PARTNERSHIP, CHILDREN)
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Parental Custody & Care: Who is granted custody and parental authority after separation or divorce?
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Child & Spousal Support: How is support calculated in the event of separation or divorce?
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Pension Fund (BVG) & Division of Retirement Assets: Do I have to share my pension fund in a divorce?
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Divorce: What are the costs of a court divorce?
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Division of Property: What happens to our real estate in a divorce?
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Child and Adult Protection Authority (KESB): How should I respond to a report of endangerment to KESB?
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Marriage Contract & Matrimonial Property Regimes: What should be arranged before getting married?
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Adoption: What is the process for adopting a child?
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International Divorce: What legal considerations apply to divorces between partners from different countries?
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Child Abduction & Hague Convention: What can I do if my child has been taken abroad and I want to request their return?
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International Matrimonial Property Law: How is property divided in an international divorce?
LIABILITY LAW
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Enforcing Claims for Damages: How can I successfully assert a claim for damages?
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Defending Against Unfounded Claims: What steps should I take if I’m wrongly held responsible for a loss?
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Deadlines & Statutes of Limitations: What time limits apply to damage claims?
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Liability Insurance: When must liability insurance cover personal or property damage?
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Workplace Accidents & Employer Liability: Who is liable for employee injuries at work?
LITIGATION & PROCEDURAL LAW
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Filing a Lawsuit: How do I properly initiate legal proceedings?
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Deadlines & Civil Procedure: What time limits must be observed in civil litigation?
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Enforcement of Judgments: How can I effectively enforce a court decision?
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Costs & Fees: What expenses should I expect?
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Alternative Dispute Resolution & Mediation: When is it worthwhile to settle out of court?
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Jurisdiction: Which court has authority over my case?
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Appeals & Legal Remedies: What options do I have if I disagree with a decision?
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Interim Measures & Injunctions: How can I prevent imminent harm before a final ruling?
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International & Cross-Border Litigation: What steps should I take in cases involving foreign elements?
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Evidence & Expert Opinions: How can I effectively present evidence or expert reports in court?
CRIMINAL LAW & VICTIM SUPPORT
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Defense in Criminal Proceedings: How should I respond to a police summons or a house search?
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White-Collar Crime: What are my rights if accused of tax evasion, fraud, or embezzlement?
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Corporate Criminal Liability: How should I, as a managing director, handle criminal allegations against the company?
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Victim Representation & Compensation: What claims do I have as a victim of a criminal offense?
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Trespassing & Property Offenses: What steps can I take if my property is affected?
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Cross-Border Criminal Cases: What should I do if bank accounts or assets abroad are frozen or if international investigations are underway?
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Juvenile Criminal Law: What special rules apply to minors?
ASSET PROTECTION & WEALTH STRUCTURING
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Wealth Structuring: How can I legally and securely divide and protect my assets?
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Creditor Protection: What measures can I take to safeguard my assets from unjustified claims?
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Succession & Estate Planning: How can I structure wills, inheritance contracts, or gifts to ensure optimal asset transfer?
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Real Estate & Property Holdings: How can I protect my real estate investments, including in international contexts?
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Contractual Safeguards: What types of agreements – such as prenuptial contracts or shareholder arrangements – can help protect assets in case of divorce or business insolvency?
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International Considerations: How can I secure assets across borders while complying with legal and tax regulations?
IMMIGRATION & INTEGRATION LAW
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Residence Permits: What can you do if your permit is not renewed or has been revoked?
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Naturalization: What’s the difference between ordinary and facilitated naturalization?
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Family Reunification: What rights do family members have?
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Cross-Border Residency & Secondary Homes: What regulations apply to international clients with residences in Switzerland and abroad?
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Work Permits for Foreign Professionals: What are the requirements for working legally in Switzerland?
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Legal & Tax Aspects of Immigration and Emigration: What rights and obligations must be considered?
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Visa & Residence Procedures: What steps are necessary to secure legal residency?
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Integration & Language Requirements: What are the conditions for long-term stays or naturalization?
INHERITANCE LAW & ESTATE PLANNING
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Statutory Succession: Who inherits if there is no will?
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Will: What needs to be addressed, and how do I draft a legally valid will?
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Lifetime Gifts: What should be considered from a tax and inheritance law perspective?
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Inheritance Contract: How can I challenge an inheritance contract?
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Renunciation: What are the consequences of refusing an inheritance?
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Forced Heirship: What can I do if the statutory share has been violated?
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Inheritance Disputes: How does the process work for invalidity or reduction claims?
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International Inheritance Cases: What special rules apply when assets or heirs are abroad?
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Estate Planning & Inheritance Tax: How can I plan an inheritance to minimize tax disadvantages?
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Community of Heirs: How should I act in case of disputes within the community of heirs?
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Legacy: What’s the difference between an heir and a legatee?
CORPORATE LAW
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Company Formation: What are the requirements for foreign investors to establish a corporation or limited liability company in Switzerland?
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Share Transfer & Change of Partners: How can I legally transfer shares in my limited liability company?
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Capital Increase: What steps must be taken to carry out a capital increase as a board member?
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Shareholders’ Agreement: What can I do if a shareholder breaches the shareholders’ agreement?
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Business Succession: How can I legally secure succession planning for my company?
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Mergers & Restructuring: What must be considered when planning a merger or corporate restructuring?
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Board Liability: What liability risks do I face as a board member?
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Drafting Shareholders’ Agreements: How do I create a legally sound shareholders’ or partnership agreement?
RENTAL & LEASE LAW
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Rent Increases: When is a landlord legally allowed to raise the rent?
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Termination Periods: What notice periods apply to rental and lease agreements?
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Termination Disputes: Under what circumstances can a termination by tenant or landlord be contested?
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Tenant-Caused Damage: Who is liable for damage to the rental property?
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Security Deposits: When can a landlord retain the deposit?
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Extension of Tenancy: What are the conditions for extending a rental agreement?
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Eviction Proceedings: What can be done if tenants refuse to vacate the property?
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Subletting: Am I allowed to sublet my apartment or room, and under what conditions?
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Rent Reductions: When am I entitled to a reduction in rent?
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Commercial Leases: What rights and obligations apply when renting commercial premises?
DEBT COLLECTION & INSOLVENCY LAW
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Debt Recovery & Enforcement: What can I do if an invoice remains unpaid?
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Unjustified Enforcement Proceedings: How can I protect myself against an unfounded debt claim?
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Overindebtedness & Insolvency: What obligations does the board of directors have in case of corporate overindebtedness?
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Restructuring & Composition Proceedings: Do I need formal composition proceedings, or are there alternative restructuring options for my company?
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Bankruptcy Proceedings: What should I consider when a debtor files for bankruptcy?
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Mortgage Certificates & Enforcement: How can I enforce a mortgage certificate?
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Seizure & Protective Measures: How can I secure a debtor’s assets?
TRAFFIC LAW
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Speeding Offences: What penalties apply, and when does a case qualify as a serious speeding violation?
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Driving Under the Influence: What happens if I drive under the influence of alcohol or other substances?
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Administrative Proceedings: How long will my driver’s license be revoked?
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Objections & Appeals: When is it worthwhile to challenge a penalty order or a decision by the road traffic authority?
CONTRACT LAW
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Contract Review & Drafting: What should I pay particular attention to in purchase, lease, or service agreements?
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Breach of Contract: What can I do if the other party fails to meet their obligations?
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Deadlines & Limitation Periods: What time limits apply in contractual disputes?
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Invalid or Contestable Contracts: How should I proceed if a contract is invalid or can be challenged?
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General Terms & Conditions (GTCs): How do I draft legally sound terms and conditions?
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International & Cross-Border Contracts: What special considerations apply when contracting with foreign partners?
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Contractual Penalties & Liquidated Damages: Can I claim a penalty if the other party breaches the agreement?
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Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs): How can I legally protect confidential information?
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW
We’re here to support you with questions like:
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Public Procurement: Which tendering procedures apply to supplies, services, or construction projects?
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Subsidies & Public Funding: Under what conditions can subsidies be granted or reclaimed?
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Municipal Taxes & Fees: When is a municipality legally allowed to levy charges?
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State Liability & Compensation: When can a municipality or canton be held liable to third parties?
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Public Employment Law: What rules govern hiring, disciplinary actions, and dismissal of municipal staff?
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Data Protection & Resident Registers: How may personal data be processed and published by local authorities?
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Transparency & Access to Records: What rights do citizens have to access public documents and information?
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Elections & Voting Procedures: What formal requirements apply to elections, voter lists, and ballot processes?
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Intermunicipal Cooperation: How can joint ventures, service agreements, or special-purpose associations be legally structured?
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Municipal Mergers & Boundary Adjustments: What legal steps are required for mergers or territorial changes?
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Public Order & Safety: How are local police regulations, noise ordinances, or public space rules enforced?
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Events & Special Use of Public Spaces: What permits and contractual arrangements are necessary?
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Waste Management & Environmental Services: What legal duties and frameworks apply to municipal waste and environmental responsibilities?
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Education, Childcare & Local Services: What legal standards govern municipal education and care offerings?
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Municipal Property Management: How can leasing, renting, selling, or securing municipal assets be legally handled?
We also support you in other areas of law, drawing on our extensive network of experienced specialists.