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

The « Dutreil » pact in an international context: a precautionary measure to effectively reduce the French tax cost of a company transfer

4 December 2023

The fact that a company or its shareholders are located outside France sometimes makes people forget that French tax law imposes duties on gratuitous transfers in many cases, even though the deceased (or donor) is domiciled abroad. The surprise will be bitter for the heirs of an unprepared succession.

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Company director and contract with oneself: Yes, but...

24 November 2025

Case law has ultimately identified a number of important principles. A recent decision of the Federal Supreme Court helps illustrate the issues and shed light on the solutions adopted.

Inheritance and banking information: what access do heirs have?

28 October 2025

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

Red card in case of dormant cash

29 September 2025

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

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: