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For over 60 years, condominium has been a central component of Swiss property law. Now the Federal Council is planning selective amendments to the Swiss Civil Code (ZGB), which could have significant practical…

Since 1 October 2026, new anti-money laundering regulations have been in force in Switzerland, which are also relevant for attorneys-at-law and notaries. The new provisions entail additional requirements,…

New Federal Supreme Court ruling on inheritance law: In an exceptional individual case, a handwritten will without a signature was recognized as valid. You can find out what special circumstances led to this…

Since 1 October 2026, new reporting obligations apply to many Swiss companies. Public limited companies, limited liability companies, cooperatives and, in some cases, foreign companies must record and report…

In the current issue of the TCS magazine, Domino Hofstetter and Silvio Fleischlin commented on issues relating to construction law as part of a short interview. The focus was on the renovation of their own…

Last Thursday, HOFSTETTER Connect took place at Villa St. Charles Hall in Meggen.

The focus of the evening was on two presentations addressing current issues from our consulting practice: "Building under new…

A company limited by shares (AG) can open up new opportunities for an agricultural business—particularly when it comes to sustainable profits, investments, and long-term succession planning. But when is an AG…

Electric vehicles have long been part of everyday life. But how can a private charging station be implemented in a condominium owners’ association in a legally compliant manner? What majorities are required,…

This year’s summer event took us to the Campus Sursee. There, a construction challenge awaited us as a team event, with a fitting connection to our work in construction law.

In three groups, we completed six…

**The event will be held in German**

With HOFSTETTER connect, we address current topics from our advisory practice and provide insights into issues that are currently relevant. The presentations will be…

Can a missing doorway opening revoke an existing special right of use? The Federal Court answers no in ruling 5A_422/2024 and confirms the central importance of subdivision plans and deeds of establishment in…

We are pleased to welcome Silvio Fleischlin, MLaw, Attorney at Law, to our team at Hofstetter Advokatur & Notariat AG.

After studying law at the University of Lucerne, he first completed a court internship at…

Interlocutory decision received—file an immediate appeal? Not necessarily, because preliminary and interlocutory decisions can often only be challenged before the Federal Supreme Court under strict conditions.…

We are very pleased that Stefan Mundhaas, MLaw, Attorney at Law and CAS Environmental Law and Enforcement, is now a new partner of Hofstetter Advokatur & Notariat.

His professional expertise, his commitment…

In the leading decision BGer 5A_989/2025 of 27th of March 2026, the Federal Supreme Court makes it clear that in judicial SchKG summary proceedings such as bankruptcy and proceedings for setting aside an…

The consultation on the revision of Lex Koller is underway. Among other things, it is planned to introduce a permit requirement for third-country nationals with a B permit when acquiring a primary residence, as…

Today, our Attorneys at Law Domino Hofstetter and André Bucher had the opportunity to speak at the summer conference of the Swiss Association of Cantonal Real Estate Valuation Experts (SVKG) in Grangeneuve FR.

A recent Federal Supreme Court ruling deals with A-Post-Plus delivery. Our latest blog post explains what this means for practice – concise and easy to understand

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We are delighted to have André Bucher, MLaw and attorney-at-law, join Hofstetter Advokatur & Notariat AG as a valuable addition to our team.

A warm welcome to the team and all the best for your start, dear…

Good news for builders: Federal Council wants to speed up planning and building permit procedures 

The Federal Council has identified the following reasons for the very long planning and building permit…

When do municipal councillors or administrative staff have to recuse themselves in building permit proceedings? A recent court ruling by the Federal Supreme Court brings clarity showing that he requirements for…

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The amendments to the Environmental Protection Act relating to noise protection and the revised Noise Protection Ordinance will come into force on 1 April 2026. This will significantly clarify the noise-related…

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Since 1 January 2026, far-reaching changes have been in force in the Swiss Code of Obligations for property purchase and works contracts. Buyers and customers now benefit from a mandatory 60-day notice period…

How do estate planning and advance care directives work for entrepreneurs? The KMU Netzwerk Rigi visited us. If you would also like to make provisions for your business, feel free to get in touch with us.