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

In a Limited Liability Company (LLC or GmbH), members enjoy both financial and non-financial rights. These rights are outlined under the Swiss Code of Obligations and can be categorized as follows. 1. Financial Rights 2. Non-Financial Rights Comparison with Public Limited Companies LLCs offer broader participation rights to members compared to public limited companies, emphasizing […] more

In the following article we will touch upon the responsibilities and duties of business partners in a limited liability company (GmbH). more

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

The Swiss commercial code defines the GmbH (the Swiss version of a limited liability company) as a “personal capital company” (Swiss Code of Obligations Art. 772 Para. I). more

A trademark is very important. more

Composition Companies may choose their business names freely, subject to the general principles of business name composition. The business name must however indicate the legal form (“GmbH” or “AG”). General principles of business name composition In addition to the essential content required by law, each business name may contain information which serves to describe the […] more

“The limited liability corporation is the greatest single discovery of modern times, even steam and electricity would be reduced to comparative impotence without it” (Nicholas Murray Butler, 1862-1947). more

Under Swiss law, there are four main legal forms of companies, each with distinct characteristics and advantages. Understanding these legal forms is essential for choosing the right structure for your business. Preferably, you establish or convert your company with STARTUPS.CH, which provides professional guidance before and after the foundation. Here is an overview of the […] more

A ’Swiss Branch’ can be founded by both domestic and foreign companies. While the most common legal forms of the head office include an AG (PLC), GmbH (Ltd), or a cooperative, other legal forms are also permitted when founding a branch. This article will explore the various legal forms and requirements for establishing a branch […] more