Contract law lawyer in Switzerland

Contract law is a legal field that defines the rules governing the formation and operation of contracts, which represent the mutual commitments of two or more individuals or entities. This branch of law includes all the rules that establish the validity of a contract and the consequences of the parties’ reciprocal obligations. It is based on three main principles:

• Contractual Freedom: This principle generally allows parties to draft their contract as they wish. However, it is moderated by public policy provisions, particularly aimed at protecting individuals.
• Binding Force of Contract: Under the Code of Obligations, any legally formed contract is binding on the parties who signed it.

Types of contracts

Contracts can be categorized into two main types: synallagmatic contracts, which involve reciprocal obligations between two or more parties, and unilateral contracts, where only one party makes a commitment. An example of a unilateral contract is a suretyship, where one person agrees to pay the debt of the primary debtor in case of default. Contracts can also be either gratuitous, like a donation, or onerous, such as a commercial transaction.

One of the most common types of contracts signed by individuals is the residential lease agreement, where a landlord provides a tenant with housing in exchange for rent.

Why hire a contract law attorney?

A contract law attorney defends the interests of any party facing a breach of contractual obligations by their counterpart. It is advisable to choose an attorney specializing in the specific type of contract involved. For instance, an attorney specialized in residential leases will be able to effectively defend you if you are dealing with an unscrupulous landlord or tenant.

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