Inheritance and banking information: what access do heirs have?

The protection of banking information does not end with the account holder: Heirs must be patient and prove their entitlement to access It.

FBT Avocats SA is proud to announce its recognition as a Recommended Firm in this year’s IFLR1000 Western Europe rankings

Red card in case of dormant cash

The Paris Court of Appeal closes the door on eligibility for the ‘Dutreil’ scheme.

L’équipe parisienne de FBT Avocats SA a été distinguée dans le Guide Gestion de Patrimoine 2025

AMLA and criminal liability of companies in cases of money laundering

Since its introduction into Swiss law on 1 October 2003, corporate criminal liability has given rise to little published case law, making its application uncertain.

International double taxation: behind the scenes of a discreet but decisive reversal

In a recent decision, the French tax judge has secured cross-border transfers by recognising the right to full refund of foreign tax.

The FBT Avocats SA team has been distinguished by The Best Lawyers in Switzerland Peer Review (2026 Edition)

France: the appeal of universal taxation

The idea of introducing broader taxation on taxpayers leaving France is a recurring theme in tax news.

Is there implicit subordination of shareholder loans made to a company in difficulty?

The Swiss Supreme Court has just handed down an interesting decision on the controversial question of whether and under what conditions loans from persons closely related to a company in difficulty are subordinated.