Inheritance & Succession Planning
Inheritance disputes in families are, simply put, extremely unpleasant. The responsible and careful preparation and regulation of financial issues during your lifetime is highly advisable.
What we offer:
- Legal advice on matters relating to inheritance issues
- Representation before authorities and courts in inheritance law matters (inheritance and forced heirship)
- Assistance in and preparation of last wills and inheritance and donation contracts
- Planning the passing down of assets to successors in order to avoid disputes (foundation of family companies, foundations or trusts in Liechtenstein; options for the restructuring of assets)
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More room for maneuver and more responsibility: the Swiss inheritance law revision as of 01.01.2023
On January 1, 2023, the revision of the inheritance law in Switzerland will come into force.
Comparison of the statutory division of inheritance, compulsory portions and freely disposable quota in the inheritance laws of Switzerland, Austria and Liechtenstein
Drawing up wills and inheritance contracts is a demanding task.
The Compulsory Part in Liechtenstein Inheritance Law
In Liechtenstein, as in Austria and Switzerland, the compulsory portion has the effect of restricting the testator's freedom to make a will and of granting close relatives a minimum share of the testator's assets.
The compulsory portion in Austrian inheritance law
The right to a compulsory portion restricts the testator's freedom to make a will in that certain persons close to the testator may not be passed over in the testamentary disposition of the testator's assets.
The compulsory portion in Swiss inheritance law
The compulsory portion in Swiss inheritance law ensures that certain heirs cannot be deprived of a share in the estate.
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Investor Protection
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Family Law
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Contract Law
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Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
The team at Schwärzler Attorneys at Law offer consultation in business takeovers and the restructuring of companies.
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