Company creation / Startups

You have just developed your own idea and/or trademark and are looking to protect it? It is perfectly legitimate to want to ensure its ownership and receive the rewards. Lawrence explains how to do it! The protection of an idea: Swiss law does not protect an idea per se. However, the form in which it is expressed can be protected by intellectual property. Intellectual property has several…

Have you decided to create a limited company (SA)? You are asking yourself: “but how do I do it”? This practical guide from the Lawrence team will help you! In short, there are 8 (9 depending on the case) steps to take. Step 1: Intellectual Property Your company was born out of one of your ideas. Long before the company is even created, it must be protected to make sure that no one…

When one wishes to pursue a non-profit activity, two legal forms are recommended by Swiss law: the non-profit Foundation and the Association. What status should we choose? This article presents the elements to be considered when making this choice.  First of all, what is an association and a foundation? What differentiates them?  The association:  Is formed from a minimum of 2 natural and/or…