FBT Attorneys-at-Law is a law firm based in Geneva and Paris

FBT Attorneys-at-Law
FBT lawyers and tax advisers have worked in banks, multinational companies, international trust companies, family offices, notary offices and law firms, in Switzerland, in France and in other countries.

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A law firm based in Geneva and Paris
Founded in 1993, FBT Attorneys-at-Law (FBT) is a multidisciplinary law firm which operates in the financial and commercial sectors as well as in niche activities, with a predominantly cross-border dimension.

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Team specialisation and specialised group synergies
Constant exchanges among these groups translates into continual sharing of up-to-date information in each area.

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Latest publications

To prevent the misuse of bankruptcy, the legislator has decided to amend certain rules with effect from 1st January 2025

4 November 2024

Around 15,000 bankruptcies are opened in Switzerland every year. Over 40% of them are suspended due to insufficient assets, making them ineligible for realisation.

Building on dismembered land: a transfer still spared by Bercy

7 October 2024

The dismemberment of real estate ownership remains a relevant and optimal way of transferring assets.

Recent developments on retrocessions in the advisory mandate

2 September 2024

The Swiss Supreme Court and FINMA have issued new clarifications on retrocessions in advisory mandates and execution-only relationships.

France's budget for 2025: it's going to be sporting!

13 August 2024

With no majority in the National Assembly, a budget deficit and abysmal debt, the preparing and voting of the Finance Bill for 2025 is going to be quite an obstacle course.

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Access to the UK financial market by Swiss service providers under the Berne Financial Services Agreement: what does the future hold?

13 January 2025

Managing cross-border risks is a major challenge and a cost for financial service providers; it is also a major concern for FINMA.

What measures can be taken to deal with tax uncertainty in France?

13 January 2025

With no majority in the National Assembly, a budget deficit and abysmal national debt, preparing and voting on the Finance Bill for 2025 is going to prove particularly perilous.

Impact of the conclusion of a lease on property pledge

6 January 2025

A lease agreement does not constitute an easement, a charge on land or a real right within the meaning of the Civil Code.

Six teams in Geneva and Paris

The firm’s organization comprises specialized and complementary legal teams working in two locations and focused on the following spheres of expertise: