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Tax law

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Tax law

Tax returns, contested assessments, default taxation, pension optimisation: Geneva taxation is dense and changes every year. With sound advice, you avoid bad surprises — and pay only what is owed.

The firm has developed particular expertise in the taxation of couples (marriage, separation, cohabitation) and in family and tax planning: matrimonial property regimes, asset division, deductions, lump-sum taxation. A consultation quickly identifies the levers specific to your situation.

The Geneva Legal Advice Service can advise you notably on:

Tax and family planning
Lump-sum taxation
Reconsideration
Appeals
Tax assessment
Default assessment

Frequently asked questions

I contest my tax assessment: how and by when?

An objection is filed with the tax administration within 30 days of notification of the assessment. It must be reasoned and accompanied by supporting documents. After this deadline, the assessment becomes final — very difficult to reopen. If rejected, appeal routes exist, also subject to deadlines.

I was taxed by default: what can I do?

Default taxation occurs when no return was filed; it is often unfavourable. You can contest it by objection within 30 days, filing the complete return with supporting documents. The faster the reaction, the better the chances of restoring an assessment that matches reality.

Separation or divorce: what tax impact?

The switch to separate taxation, deductibility of maintenance contributions, splitting and child-related charges significantly change both ex-spouses’ situations. Anticipating these effects when negotiating the agreement avoids costly imbalances — one of the firm’s specialities.

General information for guidance only, not a substitute for individual legal advice. Every situation deserves its own analysis — that is what the consultation is for.