• 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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Online signature, electronic signature: what's the difference?

There are a number of principles to bear in mind when deciding whether to sign online, so that the parties involved are aware of a number of points.
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Non-French tax residents will be impacted by the reform of the French real estate wealth tax from 1 January 2024

In line with its reputation in tax matters, France has once again amended the rules applicable to the real estate wealth tax (hereinafter referred to as the "IFI").
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New developments in data protection

Today, data collection is a key development tool for businesses but it is also a source of great concern for individuals.
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Echange international de renseignements fiscaux : mieux vaut agir tard que jamais

Bien que les contribuables mis en cause résident souvent à l'étranger, le droit suisse leur confère la possibilité de participer aux procédures en Suisse.
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(Mixed) donation of a property and taxation of the gain

Taxation of property gains is deferred when the property is transferred by donation. A recent ruling by the Swiss Supreme Court clarifies the details.
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Churning objectivity: some useful parameters

In private law, churning is not a defined term, and the question of when an asset manager engages in behaviour that constitutes churning depends on several factors.
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Focus on the French Finance Act 2025

The new Finance Act contains several measures affecting taxation of individuals.
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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:

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Latest publications and media

(Mixed) donation of a property and taxation of the gain Mai 2025 / Allnews / Tax Michel Abt
Churning objectivity: some useful parameters Mars 2025 / Allnews / Banking and Finance Frédérique Bensahel , Aurélie Moyal-Azra
Focus on the French Finance Act 2025 Mars 2025 / Tax , Family Estate Alain Moreau
France: Fines on declaration obligations of trusts and foundations Février 2025 / Tax Focus / Tax Alain Moreau
Taxation of the super-rich: French ideas for consideration Février 2025 / Allnews / Tax , Family Estate Alain Moreau

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