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Transfer of Assets and Liabilities through Asset Transfer

Asset transfer enables simple transferral of assets and liabilities of a company as a whole. The procedural requirements of the individual asset items need not be taken into account. This makes it considerably easier if you want to transfer various assets. more

The healing effect in the commercial register

The healing effect in the commercial register more

Commercial register auditing power

For a new entry the registrar must consider if the legal conditions are met (Art. 940 para. 1 OR). In practice, however, the register cannot check every fact fully. The audit authority is divided into register and substantive requirements. more

Change in legal form – how to find the right moment

The best time for a change in legal form is at the beginning of the year. Here are some dates and facts you need to know. more

The One-Man Stock Corporation (Einpersonen-AG)

The revision of company and accounting law has enabled a one-man stock corporation. But there are still certain things to keep in mind. more

Founding a Company in Switzerland

Founding a company in Switzerland is a fast and simple process. Despite the unburdened course of action, we recommend consulting a legal expert to ensure all steps are correctly followed. The Core of Every Start-Up: The Business Idea The core of every start-up is a business idea. This concept need not be a pioneering invention; […] more

Registered office regulations in Switzerland

In Switzerland there are certain regulations that govern the registered office or domicile of a company. In the case of legal entities the location must be established within the statues of the company and its address must be entered into the commercial register.   more

Personal liability in company law

Depending on the form of business entity that has been chosen different stipulations of company law govern the level of liability. Because of this it’s important to consider during the course of a business start exactly who might be liable in case of a insolvency. more

Can initial deposits be repaid to the stockholders?

No, it is not allowed to repay initial deposits to shareholders because the value of the company in the size of the stock deposit may not be voluntarily diminished. more

What are the functions of the company assets of an AG?

The assets of a public limited company (AG), especially the so-called equity capital, have the main function of being basis of liability of the investors. more