Trust Structures, Swiss Real Estate and the Importance of Lex Koller Expertise

Switzerland remains an attractive destination for international families investing in real estate. However, such investments are governed by a specific regulatory framework, commonly known as the Lex Koller, which restricts the acquisition of Swiss property by foreign persons. The interaction between these rules and international trust structures requires careful attention. A recent decision of the […]

Trusteeship Beyond Financial Assets in Modern Wealth Structuring

Wealth structures today extend well beyond traditional financial portfolios. While listed securities and managed investments remain important, a growing share of private wealth is held in assets outside the conventional banking sphere. These include direct real estate holdings, operating companies, private equity interests, yachts, aircraft, art collections and other tangible or complex assets whose characteristics […]