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Inheritance Law in Switzerland

We provide a full range of advisory services involving Swiss inheritance law and related tax issues. We advise clients on all aspects of estate planning, including forced heirship claims. With offices in more than 65 jurisdictions worldwide, we are particularly well positioned to meet the needs of clients with financial holdings in various countries. Our lawyers are experienced in drafting not only basic wills but also complex inheritance contracts and sophisticated trust structures.

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