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Charitable Organisations

Charitable organisations play a crucial role in philanthropic activities and contribute significantly to social welfare. There is an increasing trend among individuals and enterprises to dedicate their time and resources to charitable causes. At Borel & Barbey, we frequently assist in establishing and managing charities or foundations, ensuring they align with our clients’ expectations and meet statutory, regulatory, and governance requirements. We ensure that corporate donations are structured to effectively achieve charitable aims and objectives, including corporate social responsibility goals. Additionally, we provide guidance on inheritance law and relevant tax considerations pertinent to philanthropic endeavours.

Our Firm represents numerous foundations and associations in their interactions with regulatory bodies and authorities, as well as in contentious legal matters.

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A new practice has been introduced in the canton of Valais concerning the application of the Federal Act on the Acquisition of Real Estate by Persons Abroad (LFAIE)

Since 26 January 2026, the Valais land registry has instructed notaries to no longer execute any deeds of sale (including forward sale, conditional sale, promise of sale, pre-emption agreement, etc.)...
17 February 2026

Art Lunch with Artmyn – Works of Art in Museums

Borel & Barbey recently had the pleasure of hosting an Art Lunch on the topic of Works of Art in Museums. Led by our Partner Anne Laure Bandle, this inspiring...
9 February 2026

Geneva is enhancing its appeal in the field of philanthropy

L’Administration fiscale cantonale de Genève (« AFC ») a récemment actualisé sa pratique en matière d’exonérations fiscales pour les associations et fondations poursuivant un but d’utilité publique. Cette mise à jour –...
2 February 2026