Legal protection for lessees and lessors in one of Europe’s most regulated systems
Switzerland is renowned for its robust legal framework and the precise regulation of both residential and commercial lease relationships.
Despite this formal clarity, Swiss lease law can be complex — from disputes over rent increases to early termination of lease agreements.
Why Entrust Your Lease Matters to Us?
✅ Legal clarity and protection – Swiss lease law sets out strict rules governing many aspects of lease agreements. We ensure your rights are fully protected and your lease contracts compliant.
✅ Pre-contractual review – We draft, review, and tailor lease agreements for both residential and commercial properties.
✅ Dispute resolution and prevention – We represent clients in disputes involving rent adjustments, unjustified withholding of deposits, unremedied property defects, and groundless damage claims at lease end. We act both out of court and before the Conciliation Authority (Schlichtungsbehörde).
✅ Representation of both lessees and lessors – Our insight into both perspectives enables us to develop the most effective legal strategies.
✅ Debt recovery – We assist with collecting overdue rent and enforcing claims at all procedural stages.
When Can We Help?
For Lessees:
✅ Challenges to excessive rent increases
✅ Protection against unlawful lease termination
✅ Complaints regarding property defects or poor conditions
✅ Recovery of security deposits and objection to unfair deductions
✅ Assistance with subleasing, relocation, or lease assignment
For Lessors:
✅ Drafting and reviewing lease agreements
✅ Addressing non-payment or breach of lease
✅ Initiating and managing eviction proceedings
✅ Lawful implementation of rent increases
✅ Resolving disputes involving lessees, neighbours, property managers, or co-owners
Contact Jost & Partners Swiss Law Firm today –
and safeguard your rights under Swiss lease law with trusted,
professional support!