DivorceDivorce and SeparationFamily Law

Divorce and / or separation ?

23 November 2023
Family law: Divorce and separation, what is the difference? The end of a conjugal union can be brought about by two measures: divorce and separation. What is the difference between them? Lawrence explains it to you here.  Separation: Separation is a less radical measure than divorce. It is usually a period that couples in crisis use, resulting in either reconciliation or divorce.  Life…
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Is the disability pension received by one spouse shared with the other spouse?

13 May 2023
Is the disability pension received by one spouse shared with the other spouse? In principle, the disability pension received by one spouse is not shared with the other spouse under Swiss law, unless the spouses are married under the regime of participation in acquisitions. In this case, the disability pension may be taken into account when calculating the participation in acquisitions at…
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