You intend to settle an existing estate

When a person passes away in Switzerland, their estate does not settle itself. The heirs form what is known as a community of heirs and must agree on how to divide the assets and liabilities left behind. In many cases, this process can be completed smoothly through a private partition agreement, without any court involvement.

However, reality is not always that simple. Disagreements among heirs are common, whether over the valuation of real estate, the attribution of specific assets, or the interpretation of a will. When one or more heirs refuse to participate in a voluntary settlement, the law provides a clear remedy: any heir may bring an action for partition before the competent Swiss court, which will then divide the estate according to the applicable legal rules.

Our firm assists heirs at every stage of the estate settlement process. We help draft partition agreements, negotiate on your behalf with other heirs or their counsel, obtain accurate valuations of estate assets, and represent you in court proceedings when an amicable solution proves impossible. Whether the estate involves Swiss assets only or spans multiple countries, we have the expertise to protect your interests and bring the matter to a fair conclusion.