Your Questions Answered

A will is a legal document that outlines how your property and personal legacy are distributed upon passing. For retirees, it ensures your preferences are respected and minimizes family disputes. At elderlawpad, we guide you through Swiss requirements and help you record your final wishes clearly and accurately.

In Switzerland, a care agreement defines the support you receive should you require assistance due to age or health changes. It typically covers day-to-day care arrangements, endow provisions, and the role of appointed caregivers. At elderlawpad, we draft tailored agreements compliant with cantonal regulations and reflect your preferences.

Yes, Swiss law allows you to amend a will at any time before your passing. You can add or revoke clauses or replace it with a new version. elderlawpad helps you make formal codicils or rewrite your will, ensuring each change meets legal formality requirements and remains valid.

A robust care agreement covers the scope of services, such as personal assistance, medical coordination and living arrangements, along with roles of caregivers and terms for adjustments. We also include clauses about communication with family and regular reviews to accommodate evolving needs.

Inheritance taxes vary by canton and relationship to the deceased. Some cantons exempt close relatives, while others apply moderate rates. elderlawpad provides guidance on local rules, helping you anticipate obligations and structure your will to reflect family priorities.

We help document instructions for handling your electronic correspondence, memberships and digital profiles. By specifying authorized contacts and secure access methods in your will or care agreement, we support orderly management of online affairs according to your intentions.

Fees depend on complexity, such as family arrangements or additional clauses for care provisions. elderlawpad offers transparent estimates after an initial consultation. All services are clearly outlined in our engagement letter so you can plan without surprises.

Choose someone trustworthy and familiar with your wishes, such as a family member or a close friend. You may also appoint a professional fiduciary. elderlawpad can act as a neutral representative or advise on selecting the right person to oversee your arrangements.

Typically, drafting a will or care agreement takes two to four weeks, including initial review and revisions. Complex family structures or special provisions may extend timelines slightly. elderlawpad works efficiently to respect your schedule and coordinate any necessary notarization.