Dr. François Bueche
Of counsel
No one else is more familiar with the needs of discerning entrepreneurs and private clients than Dr. François Bueche. With his in-depth knowledge and decades of experience, he is an "old hand" who invariably identifies solutions for the sometimes considerably complex needs and specific situations of his clients.
Dr. François Bueche is highly appreciated by his clients, not only for his excellent and discreet advice, but also for his professional manner and savoir-vivre.
Dr. François Bueche represents his clients' interests in various other organisations, either as Chairman or as a Board Member.
Areas of Expertise
- National (Swiss) and International Law, in particular with focus on Business and Corporate
- International legal and tax planning
- Offshore structures, foundations and trusts
- Consultancy for entrepreneurs and wealthy private individuals
- Structuring of global assets
- Full range of activities for Private Client Services
- Assuming demanding board mandates
Languages
- French (native speaker)
- German (native speaker)
- English (business fluent)
Education
- University of Basel, Dissertation, doctorate Dr. iur., 1979
- University of Basel, Faculty of Law, Master’s degree / lic. iur., 1973
Professional Career
- Member of the Board of Directors at ATAG Family Office Ltd., Basel (since 2016)
- Chairman of the Board of Directors, ATAG Private & Corporate Services Ltd., (former: ATAG Private Client Services Ltd.), Basel (since 2010)
- Member of the Board of Directors, ATAG Group Ltd., Basel (since 2007)
- CEO, ATAG Private Client Services Ltd., Basel (2001-2007)
- Partner, ATAG Private & Corporate Services Ltd. (former: ATAG Private Client Services Ltd.), Basel (since 2001)
- Department Head, Private Client Services at ATAG Ernst & Young Ltd., Basel (1992-2001)
- Department Head, Private Client Services, ATAG Ernst & Young Ltd., Basel (1990-1992)
- Joined Tax & Legal Department , ATAG Allgemeine Treuhand Ltd., Basel (1979-1990)
Memberships
- Member of STEP Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (since 2003)