High Net Worth Guide 2026 : Switzerland
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Provided by Walder Wyss Ltd
Walder Wyss offers private clients comprehensive advisory services. We provide support in relocating to or taking up residence in Switzerland and also in planning and setting up the appropriate structures. We evaluate the most suitable domestic and international arrangements, including foundations and trusts, and we develop bespoke solutions.
In corporate succession and estate planning we think long term and strive for sustainable solutions. Our aim is to ensure maximum international flexibility through early planning.
Our experts also advise private clients on matrimonial property law. We advise our private clients on all aspects of tax arrangements and tax planning. In connection with contested wills, inheritance and matrimonial property agreements, and estate administration, we represent our clients before Swiss courts or arbitral tribunals.
We adhere to high ethical standards in all our activities. As lawyers and tax advisors we therefore enjoy the confidence of numerous wealthy private clients as well as the tax authorities.
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Walder Wyss has an esteemed private clients group that regularly advises high net worth clients, including entrepreneurs, families and their closely held businesses. Its expertise spans the full suite of private wealth matters, and it is sought after for its domestic and cross-border advice on relocation, succession planning and inheritance disputes, as well as Swiss charitable foundation and family office matters.
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The lawyers at Walder Wyss are specialised in the field of private wealth. They are very knowledgeable and also speak at international conferences.
Walder Wyss is excellent in US/Swiss cross-border work. It offers excellent delivery of practical, actionable advice that distinguishes them in the market.
Walder Wyss has depth of knowledge, understanding of local regimes and great client skills.
Walder Wyss is a standout team. They have particularly good knowledge on international aspects, not just domestically in Switzerland.
Walder Wyss is seriously detail-oriented and gives excellent advice which is right on point and timely.
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Kinga Weiss is a great adviser. She understands perfectly well what the client needs and gives very practical advice.
Kinga Weiss is one of the pillars of the field. Kinga is strong on family and succession and particularly strong on US issues.
Kinga Weiss has the ability to distil down complicated issues into something easily understood. She is very responsive and takes the initiative on moving projects forward.
Kinga always goes the extra mile and involves other colleagues where needed. She is very passionate about her job, has lots of energy and is professional.
Kinga is a thought leader and an extraordinary practitioner in the field of Swiss succession and cross-border estate planning.
Geneva-based Philippe Pulfer receives praise for his knowledge of contentious and non-contentious private client matters, including trusts and common law issues.
Philippe is well connected and has great knowledge of the French-Swiss crossover. He is strong on technical points as well as what is practically applicable. You feel reassured he knows the right way.
Philippe Pulfer is very intelligent and experienced. Clients and other advisers find he is nice to work with.
Philippe Pulfer is very knowledgeable, commercial, smart and can handle sensitive issues so elegantly and effectively. He has excellent client handling skills and is at the top of his game always.
Philippe is a sophisticated and client-friendly adviser with significant market experience and knowledge.
Olivier's reputation for precision, responsiveness and cross‑border insight ensures that clients receive seamless and high‑quality support throughout the process.
Fouad Sayegh is excellent for complex tax matters in Switzerland.
Robert Desax specialises in national and international taxation, advising private clients on estate and wealth planning and the tax implications of cross-border structures. He also has experience in double tax treaties, Swiss withholding tax refunds, trust taxation and the relocation of individuals and businesses to Switzerland.
Robert Desax is very pragmatic in how he advises. He is very good at doing a practical assessment and is very useful.
Robert Desax has a focus on tax law, and his knowledge of the basic tax regimes in all jurisdictions is amazing.
Robert Desax is a very sophisticated and quick-thinking solution bringer. He is a very pleasant individual.
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