Trusts in Swiss Law and Practice

Private law, taxation, regulation and structuring of trusts with a Swiss connection. A practitioner’s handbook in two volumes, law as at 1 October 2026.

Contents

• Foundations and private international law, including the Hague Trust Convention
• Family and succession law, creditors and enforcement
• Administration, governance and trust disputes
• Taxation of settlors, beneficiaries and trust companies
• Regulation and compliance
• Structuring and practice, with model clauses for trust instruments

Further information on the book: trustsinswisslaw.com

The author

Dr Alexander Ressos, TEP, is a Rechtsanwalt/Attorney-at-Law in Zurich and a solicitor in Hong Kong and in England and Wales.