Practice
Foundations, Trusts & Charitable Organisations
Setting up and managing of private, family and complex corporate structures.
Setting up and managing of private, family and complex corporate structures.
Switzerland is well recognized for its liberal and competitive economy, stable legal system and political stability. The first charitable foundations appeared in Switzerland in the 13th century and were ingrained in the concept of Christian charity having a close relationship with church institutions. One of the most remarkable Swiss foundations is Insepital Foundation in Bern. Founded in 1354 by a lady called Anna Seiler to support thirteen sick people, today it is one of the largest hospitals in Switzerland and is still a foundation. Our Foundations, Trusts, and Charitable Organizations practice offers specialized legal services designed to support the creation, management and governance of philanthropic entities. We assist private individuals, families and institutions in structuring of Associations, Foundations, Charitable Partnerships and Trusts to achieve long-term goals ensuring that charitable endeavors are managed with legal precision and integrity.
With extensive experience in navigating the complex legal landscape governing charitable organizations, we ensure that your foundation or trust complies with all regulatory requirements both locally and internationally. Our team is adept at tailoring legal strategies that align with the unique objectives of each entity, whether it’s maximizing tax benefits, ensuring governance or providing sustainable charitable impact. Our services are ranging from setting up private and family philanthropic foundations and trusts to managing complex corporate foundations, such as employee disaster relief and employee scholarship funds, corporate sponsorship trusts and other.
