Recognition and Enforcement of Arbitral Awards in Switzerland: an OverviewIn Switzerland, the recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitration awards, i.e. any award rendered by an arbitral tribunal with seat...
The Contract of Sale of Goods Governed by Swiss LawThe Swiss law governing contracts for the sale of goods differs substantially from other laws including the GISG.
Swiss Debt Enforcement Procedure – A Short OverviewThis article provides a general overview over the Swiss debt enforcement proceeding.
Recognition and Enforceability of Foreign Court Decisions in SwitzerlandUnder Swiss law the conditions of recognition of foreign court decisions depend on the country of origin and on the subject matter of...
Freezing Orders in SwitzerlandIf a creditor decides to sue a defendant, an immediate problem arises: how can he prevent such defendant from taking his assets out of...
Forum Running: New Swiss Leading CaseIn a leading decision issued on March 14, 2018 (4A_417/2017 / BGE 144 III 175 ) the Swiss Federal Supreme Court considered Swatch Group...
Civil Litigation Costs in SwitzerlandCosts of civil litigation in Switzerland are a matter of both, uniform federal law and varying cantonal laws. This article sets out the gene
Obtaining Evidence Located in SwitzerlandWhen parties to civil and commercial litigation procedures in foreign countries need to obtain evidence situated in Switzerland, they...
Admission to the Bar in SwitzerlandIn Switzerland, only admitted attorneys may commercially represent clients in court. Any admitted attorney can represent clients in any...
Switzerland's Courts and International Arbitration LandscapeWhilst the civil procedure is governed by federal law, the 26 cantons remain competent for the organization of their own respective courts.