Your lawyer for Swiss and German law from a single source

An attorney for Swiss and German law from a single source is a lawyer who is trained and experienced in both legal systems, enabling them to handle legal matters in both countries. This allows for effective and efficient advice and representation in cross-border legal matters, as there is no need to engage and coordinate multiple lawyers. An attorney for Swiss and German law from a single source can, therefore, be a valuable resource for individuals and companies operating or holding assets in both countries.

German Attorney-at-law from Switzerland, Zurich  and her team advise companies and private individuals on German and Swiss law, in particular on cross-border legal issues.

  

Germany / German Attorney at Law

The German lawyers of Wittibschlager law firm operate both in Switzerland, Zurich, and in Germany. We advise and represent businesses and individuals in Switzerland and Germany in and out of court, as we are licensed to practice law in both countries. Disputes under Swiss law and German law are also among our core competencies. We offer legal advice in German law and Swiss law both nationally and internationally. With the Swiss and German licensure of our lawyers, we offer you competent legal advice that covers multiple countries. Our extensive knowledge and many years of experience in cross-border legal matters allow for a quick and efficient process. We are happy to advise you out of court, but we also represent you before all Swiss and German courts. With us, there is no need to appoint a second lawyer in the respective country.

Core expertise in German and Swiss law

As Swiss attorneys from Zurich, Switzerland, we offer you legal advice both in German law and in Swiss law, in particular with regard to:

• Legal cases with German relevance both in Germany and in Switzerland;
• Company foundations formation( Ltd., joint-stock company etc.); branch offices, foundations formation of German companies in Switzerland (joint venture etc.), company foundations formation in Germany;• Company  formation( Ltd., joint-stock company etc.); branch offices, formation of German companies in Switzerland (joint venture etc.), company formation in Germany;
• German inheritance law Switzerland, Germany and Swiss inheritance law: wills, testamentary dispositions, inheritance contracts, inheritance distribution contracts;
• German labour law and Swiss labour law, company law and contract law; German employment contracts, dismissals terminations in Germany, abusive dismissals terminations, mobbing, sexual assaults, discrimination at the workplace in Germany, employment relationships in Germany, temporary workers, pension funds, comparison of German and Swiss labour law.
• Permits, work and residence permits in Germany and Switzerland;
• Customs law, advice on import / export Switzerland / Germany
• Examination and drafting of contracts; German contract law, sales law (sales contract Germany Switzerland), rental contract Germany, German rental contract, German assignment 
• German divorce law, German family law and Swiss divorce law, family law: international divorces Germany Switzerland; divorces Switzerland Germany, advice on the advantages of divorce under German or Swiss law; Hague Convention, IPRG – international private law, drafting and review examination of German and Swiss marriage contracts; divorce law and pension provision in Switzerland; Divorce conventions; application for marriage protection; precautionary measures; divorce actions; separation agreements; maintenance agreements; maintenance actions; pension fund assets; modification of divorce rulings; paternity; child custody matters; custody of children under Swiss law);
• Debt collection Switzerland Germany, debt collection of Swiss companies and private individuals, foreclosure of German companies and private individuals, debt collection Germany, Switzerland; legal representation in bankruptcy and private insolvency; attachments; dunning proceedings in Germany; payment reminder letters; payment requests;
• Enforcement and recognition of German judgments in Switzerland and Swiss judgments in Germany;
• Legal advice in German labour law (drafting of employment contracts), contract law (drafting of other contracts, also sui generis), corporate and commercial  law; 
• Preparation and review of contracts in accordance with Swiss and German law;
• Commercial legal protection; German trademark law, German patent law, 
• Law of the general terms and conditions, preparation of general terms and conditions for contracts, online appearances etc. under Swiss and German law
• Internet law, your website, online law;
• German liability law, insurance law;
• Purchase and sale of real estate;
• Representation in estate and bankruptcy proceedings;
• Representation before all Swiss courts as well as advice and out-of-court representation with companies from Germany;

Your lawyer for all legal issues related to Swiss and German law regarding divorce, inheritance, and labor law in Zurich

For legal advice in cross-border and national legal matters, we advise you particularly on matters related to German/Swiss law, including:

• All legal matters under German law
• All legal questions with a German connection – in Germany and Switzerland
• Representation in court hearings (Switzerland – Germany)
• Claims and debt enforcement between Switzerland and Germany
• Claims and debt enforcement between Germany and Switzerland.
• We support companies in the following areas:
• Company formation in Switzerland or Germany
• Review, drafting, and legal advice on German or Swiss labor law
• Requests, offers, and contracts in Switzerland and Germany
• German or Swiss labor law: termination, dismissal, lock-up periods, mobbing, abusive termination, discrimination…
• Swiss or German employment contracts / Labor law Switzerland Germany)
• Orders and written or verbal offers in Germany/Switzerland
• Establishment of subsidiaries or branch offices in Switzerland or Germany
• German company formation in Switzerland
• Swiss and German business consulting (formation, purchase, sale)
• Drafting, review, and advice on German or Swiss contract law
• General terms and conditions
• Swiss or German rental, purchase, and distribution agreements
• Advice on customs law and legal questions related to customs
• Import-Export Switzerland-Germany
• Swiss and German customs
• Taxes
• Swiss or German foreigner and migration law
• Residence permit in Switzerland or Germany
• Settlement permit in Germany or Switzerland
• Swiss or German work permit
• Legal advice on the sale or purchase of real estate in Switzerland or Germany
• Swiss or German debt collection
• Debt recovery Switzerland-Germany
• Swiss or German enforcement proceedings
• Insolvency proceedings Switzerland-Germany
• German judgment enforcement in Switzerland
• Out-of-court legal representation in Switzerland or Germany
• Representation before the court
• Legal advice on tax matters.

We provide support to individuals in the following areas:

• Swiss or German legal advice
• Assistance with applying for a settlement or residence permit in Germany or Switzerland
• Legal processing for the purchase or sale of real estate in Germany or Switzerland
• Advice on German or Swiss tax law
• German or Swiss debt collection
• Legal advice for maintenance claims in Switzerland or Germany
• Contract law advice
• Binational divorce
• Marriage and inheritance contracts
• Estate planning and execution of wills

We consider your legal concerns as our responsibility and use our extensive knowledge to help you achieve success!

As German lawyers in Switzerland, we also advise private individuals in the following areas of law:

• German inheritance law – (application for certificates of inheritance, drafting of inheritance contracts under Swiss and German law, inheritance distribution contracts under Swiss law; inheritance settlement contracts under German law, inheritance proceedings in national and international inheritance cases Switzerland / Germany / Switzerland; transfer of real property; inheritance actions; determination and enforcement of compulsory portions in Switzerland; determination and enforcement of claims to compulsory portions and additional compulsory portions under German law);
• Applications for work permits, settlement permits and other permits for Switzerland;
• German labour and social law – (examination and drafting of German and Swiss employment contracts; notices of termination; employer’s back pay; holiday claims; collective employment agreements; employer’s or employee’s claims for damages; other claims for compensation;
• Family Office;
• Estate planning, trusts, foundations;
• Advice on real estate sales contracts in Switzerland and Germany by of German or Swiss citizens;
•  Litigation and representation before all authorities.

Some information about Switzerland:

Switzerland is a country situated in Western Europe, bordered by Germany to the north, France to the west, Italy to the south, and Austria and Liechtenstein to the east. The nation is renowned for its stunning mountain ranges, tranquil lakes, and picturesque landscapes. The official languages spoken are German, French, Italian, and Romansh.

Switzerland is a federal republic comprising of 26 cantons, with Bern serving as the seat of the federal authorities. The country has a stable, prosperous, and modern market economy, which is supported by a highly skilled workforce. Its industries are famous for their precision and quality, particularly watchmaking, banking, and pharmaceuticals.

Some information about Germany:

Germany is a country located in central Europe and is the most populous member state of the European Union. It is known for its rich history, culture, and contributions to science and technology. Germany has a strong economy and is home to several global corporations, including BMW, Siemens, and Volkswagen.