Damien Hottelier

Tax-conscious Certified family Law Specialist in Geneva

About

SBA Certified Family Law Specialist, Advanced Tax Studies

Damien Hottelier is a professional in family law and its tax implications.

If you're seeking a highly skilled and dedicated attorney for complex family law matters, look no further than Damien Hottelier. As a partner at KH Legal, Damien brings a wealth of expertise as an SBA Family Law Specialist and an LL.M. in Tax, making him exceptionally qualified to handle even the most intricate cases. His background in forensic science and continuous professional development reflect his commitment to excellence and innovation in legal practice. Damien is renowned for his ability to navigate complex divorces, international cases, and high-conflict custody disputes with precision and care. Reach out to Damien Hottelier for expert guidance and representation in your family law matters.

An extensive experience

Why choose Damien for your divorce ?

With over a thousand divorce cases handled, Damien Hottelier brings extensive experience to both contentious and amicable proceedings. He excels at working independently while also leading teams on domestic and international matters, combining strategic oversight with careful attention to client wishes. His effectiveness has consistently earned high praise from clients, as evidenced by the testimonials on his page.

Planning is key

Why ask Damien for your estate planning or succession case ?

Damien Hottelier is a professional in family law and its tax implications, making him a first-rate choice for establishing or coordinating estate planning projects. He has also worked as an attorney in numerous inheritance litigation cases, giving him practical insight into the scope of choices and decisive arguments that ultimately prevailed in judicially contested inheritances. His view is therefore particularly tactical for implementing testators' choices.

This field has become very technical. I am here to guide you through a true maze.

An accomplished professional

Damien Hottelier remains at the forefront of his field. His most recent significant training was in 2023-2024, when he added the advanced university degree in tax law of Suisse Romande to his qualifications.

Education

A certified specialist

Damien has an extensive background :

2023 — 2024. LL.M. Tax at the University of Geneva.
2018. SBA Certified Family Law Specialist by the Swiss Bar Association.
2017 — 2018. CAS in Family Law. Ranked in the "top in the highest third" among twenty participating attorneys.
2011. Bar admission granted by the Canton of Valais.
2007 — 2009. Bachelor of Laws from the University of Fribourg. Magna cum Laude distinction, three-year program completed in three semesters.
2006 — 2008. Master of Laws from the Universities of Lausanne and Geneva, specializing in "Law, Crime and Security of New Technologies."
2003 — 2006. Bachelor's in Forensic Science from the University of Lausanne. Magna cum Laude distinction.

Recognition

Recognized by peers

Damien is extensively recognized :

2024 — Present. Admitted to IAFL.
2024 — Present. Admitted to the FOJ (Federal Office of Justice) network for child abduction cases as an attorney.
2024. Speaker at the Conference Prenuptial Agreements Here and Elsewhere organized in Geneva by the Swiss Institute of Comparative Law.
2023 — Present. Member of the Francophone Commission of FSA Family Law Specialists of the Swiss Bar Federation.
2020 — Present. Member of the Family Law Commission of the Valais Bar Association.
2020 — Present. Member of the Cantonal Commission on Parental Consensus.
2019 — 2023. Club Secretary of Kiwanis Bex-Salin.
2018. SBA Certified Family Law Specialist by the Swiss Bar Association.
2017 — 2018. CAS in Family Law. Ranked in the "top in the highest third" among twenty participating attorneys.
2017 — Present. Member of VF / FA, Association of SBA Family Law Specialists.
2012 — Present. Member of the Swiss Bar Association and the Valais Bar Association.

Interventions

Loved by his clients

★★★★★ A customer, 2024, via Senja.io: I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for your support during this challenging time for me. Since our first contact, you have been incredibly helpful, and I am truly grateful for your assistance. From the beginning, you have provided me with guidance and support that has made a significant difference. Your expertise and dedication have not only given me confidence but also reassured me that I am in the best hands. Every question I had was patiently answered, and every concern was taken seriously. Thank you for being there for me and still being there. I highly appreciate your work and professionalism, and I am confident that with you by my side, I will achieve the best possible outcomes. With utmost gratitude and warmest regards.

★★★★★ A customer, 2024, via Google: I would like to thank Mr Hottelier and Mr Sevig for their help with my case. They always listened, gave very good advice and were unfailingly supportive. They are very experienced in family law.

★★★★★ A customer, 2024, via Trustpilot.com: Very good advice, which helped us move forward in a family situation that had been blocked for years. Very good contact, excellent listening skills. We highly recommend them.

★★★★★ A customer, 2023, via Google: Mr Hottelier manages with great accuracy and humanity to reconcile the needs of his client, those of the children who are too often taken to task and the reality of a procedure that is often far too long and difficult. He's a very professional lawyer who listens to his client's needs, who is extremely intelligent and reliable, and I can't recommend him highly enough.

★★★★★ A customer, 2023, via Google: I'd like to thank your whole team for your remarkable work! I am the alternating custody father of two children and can finally look forward to a healthy and decent life for my children. The results achieved in concluding my case have exceeded all my expectations. Once again, I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your support!

★★★★★ A customer, 2023, via Trustpilot.com: Efficient, simple and fast service. Highly recommended.

★★★★★ A customer, 2023, via Trustpilot.com: Certainly one of the best in his field, thank you.

★★★★★ A customer, 2023, via Google: I would like to congratulate the entire team at Me. Hottelier's team. Fast and efficient handling. I recommend them with complete confidence.

★★★★★ A customer, 2023, via Google: Super lawyers, very very satisfied, attentive. Can be as flexible as not letting anything go. I was very well defended. I'll go back if I need to. Many thanks to Deryan for the quick and efficient handling of the situation.

★★★★★ A customer, 2023, via Trustpilot.com: I highly recommend Me Hottelier and his team. They will provide you with a sympathetic ear, expert advice and unfailing professionalism.

★★★★★ A customer, 2023, via Trustpilot.com: A pleasant welcome at a difficult and emotional time, Precise introduction to the legal bases, what you can and cannot do, the different options are clearly explained. No judgement or bias, which is not easy.

★★★★★ A customer, 2023, via Trustpilot.com: A huge THANK YOU to Me Hottelier for his highly professional work and for all the follow-up on the case. Her team (secretariat and staff) are also very professional. The divorce proceedings in my case lasted a year and a few months, but Me Hottelier knew how to put all the chances on my side, so that I came out of this affair with as few costs as possible. He helped me WIN my divorce, because my ex-husband didn't get the money he wanted to take from me. I am delighted with the services of Me Hottelier's firm, and I would recommend him to anyone who needs a good lawyer to be able to move forward and win honestly, in a family matter!

★★★★★ A customer, 2023, via Trustpilot.com: Excellent contact, attentive and very friendly. Thank you for your advice.

★★★★★ A customer, 2023, via Google: Maître Hottelier dealt with my case recently, a sensitive family matter, he gave it his all, I recommend him in all matters of family law without hesitation. Patience, conscientiousness and competence.

★★★★★ A customer, 2022, via Trustpilot.com: Great team, always ready to listen. Real support at a difficult time.

★★★★★ A customer, 2022, via Trustpilot.com: A lawyer who listens carefully, is empathetic, caring and has a strong sense of justice. He will defend you against all odds. I recommend him with my eyes closed! He was a great support to me.

★★★★★ A customer, 2022, via Trustpilot.com: Top-notch work.

★★★★★ A customer, 2022, via Trustpilot.com: Fast and professional, thank you very much.

★★★★★ A customer, 2022, via Trustpilot.com: I'm very satisfied with the way my case was handled and followed up. Your advice was very judicious. Your calm and serenity were a considerable asset in supporting me and handling my case. I won't hesitate to call on you again should anyone need your services.

Convinced ?

Get in touch

The easiest way ? Send me a WhatsApp on +41 21 561 53 93 or an e-mail : damien.hottelier [at] khlegal.ch. You can also call me. I usually return calls/messages within 24 hours.