Let’s rethink 
tomorrow

Strategic legal advice for divorce, complex family wealth and parenting concerns. Helping you protect what matters most - with clarity, discretion and confidence.

Discuss your situation

Describe your case—confidentially, in your own language, with a clear assessment of the next steps.

Family Law in Geneva.
An international perspective.

Whether your circumstances call for a carefully negotiated agreement or determined representation before the courts, we provide clear, strategic advice tailored to your interests and those of your family. Our expertise includes a deep understanding of the international dimensions that shape today's family disputes. Consultations are available in English, French and German.

The six areas
in which we support you

01Divorce & Separation

When a marriage ends — Divorce, alimony, child custody issues, also across national borders

02Pension rights split & asset protection

Prenuptial agreements, business interests protection, and wealth planning

03Criminal law aspects in the family

Domestic violence, child abduction, failure to pay maintenance

04Adult protection

Advance care directive, living will, proxies, guardianship for family members

05Modern family law

LGBTQIA+, cohabitation, reproductive medicine, patchwork families

06Proceedings abroad

Recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments in Switzerland - and the other way around

What sets this consultation apart

International expertise. Personal representation.
Led by Josef Alkatout, a Geneva and New York-admitted attorney and scholar, educated in the universities of Geneva, Harvard and Columbia and member of the International Academy of Family Lawyers, Alkatout Legal provides specialist advice on complex family law matters.

Across borders.
Swiss family law is rarely limited to national borders. Residing in Geneva, married in Singapore, assets in multiple countries—such situations are our norm, not the exception.

In your language.
Consultations and correspondence in English, French and German. No translation barrier between you and your legal matters.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How should I prepare for our first consultation?
There is no need to prepare before your first meeting. The consultation is designed to understand your circumstances, identify the key issues and determine what information may be needed as your matter progresses.

Can my matter be handled if I live outside Geneva or Switzerland?
Yes. Many clients live abroad or have international connections. Consultations can take place in person or remotely, and cross-border matters are handled regularly, often in collaboration with trusted legal professionals in other jurisdictions where required.

Will I work directly with Josef Alkatout?
Yes. From the initial consultation onwards, you will work directly with Josef Alkatout. Every matter receives personal attention and continuity throughout the engagement.

News

Josef Alkatout contributed to the chapter on Swiss family law in the 'International Comparative Legal Guide 2027.

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Josef Alkatout conducted a training session on French-Swiss divorce law at the Paris Bar.

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Josef Alkatout was invited to become a member of the prestigious International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL), recognizing his many years of expertise in international family law.

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