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Every now and then, Legal Expat Switzerland tackles a new topic about a legal aspect of expatriates living in Switzerland.
Employment contracts in Switzerland ?
AMÉLIA answers the following questions:
- Is it necessary to actually sign a contract ?
- Fixed term vs Indefinite term: what are the implications ?
- Bonus : which rules apply ?
- What happens in the event of a termination ?
- What does your contract state about your pension fund contributions ?
Divorce in Switzerland ?
AMÉLIA answers the following questions:
- Under which conditions can you divorce in Switzerland ?
- Divorce by filling a joint request. How does it work?
- How long does it take?
Work permit applications in Switzerland, how to?
ALEXA answers the following questions:
- How to apply for a work permit?
- How does it work if you’re not an EU-27 citizen?
- What are the conditions for obtaining a work permit for non-EU citizens ?
- Is there an unlimited number of EU work permit ?
Divorce proceedings in Switzerland ?
AMÉLIA answers the following questions:
- Which court is competent if you’re an expat facing a divorce in Switzerland ?
- Will the judge apply swiss law or foreign law ?
- What happens if one of you moves abroad during the divorce ?
- When you’re facing a divorce can you move abroad with the children?
Freeze C permit to spend time overseas?
AMÉLIA answers the following questions:
- Why do I need to freeze my C permit?
- How does it work?
- What happens if my request is approved?
- Other things to keep in mind…
- What if I am a British Citizen?
Swiss work permit in 2024?
ALEXA answers the following questions:
- Quotas
- Hiring non-EU workers
- the agreement on the free Movement of Persons
- The procedure to follow to hire non-EU workers
- What if I am a British Citizen?
Swiss inheritance law
AMÉLIA answers the following questions:
- What do the modifications consist in?
- What is the main consequence of the revision?
- How to draw up a will?
- What must you keep in mind when drawing up a handwritten will?
The Legal Minute – Your weekly Legal Insight!
Quick and valuable legal tips to keep you informed. 🎯
- #10 Stopped by the Police? Here's what you need to know.
- #9 Are Swiss courts competent for your divorce proceedings?
- #8 Overtime hours or overtime work?
- #7 Swiss Non-Compete Clauses Explained: What’s Enforceable?
- #6 Parental authority vs custody.
- #5 Observing the notice period upon termination.
- #4 Protection against dismissal in the event of illness.
- #3 The importance of drafting a valid will.
- #2 Medical certificates in the work place.