The people behind
Alkatout Legal
A boutique practice dedicated exclusively to family law.
Our firm specializes in family law and is firmly established in both German- and French-speaking Switzerland. The international dimension is an integral part of who we are: Through a network of partner law firms in more than 80 countries, we handle cross-border cases with the same confidence as we do domestic cases—wherever family, assets, and residency extend across national borders.
Josef Alkatout
We advise and represent our clients in all areas of family law—both in negotiations and in court proceedings. Our practice areas range from marriage and unmarried couples to legal separation and divorce, child protection, family law criminal proceedings, adoption, and same-sex parenthood. We handle marital estate planning—in particular, the drafting and negotiation of international prenuptial agreements—and act immediately in emergency situations: in cases of child abduction, disputes over parental rights, and orders for seizure or freezing of assets.
Career
Alkatout Legal, Geneva
Head of Family Law and Counsel, Borel & Barbey, Geneva
Lecturer, Swiss and foreign universities
Fellow, Harvard University, Boston;
New York Bar;
LL.M., Columbia University, New York – Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar
Geneva Bar
Trainee, then attorney at a law firm specializing in family law, Geneva
Ph.D. in Law, Göttingen University/ Germany
Legal counsel, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), London & Geneva
Master of Laws, Universities of Geneva and Helsinki
Bachelor in International Relations, Geneva University
Sùa Lacreusette
Sùa Lacreusette has been working as a trainee at our firm since September 2026. She completed her legal education at the University of Geneva and furthered her training through practical experience at a large law firm. Her career path is rooted in litigation law and demonstrates a strong analytical rigor as well as the ability to approach family law methodically. She combines editorial precision, a knack for identifying what matters most, and a strong commitment to client service; her diplomatic instincts and willingness to listen make her a dedicated and reliable team member.
Bryan Malatialy
Bryan Malatialy has been working at our firm — as a jurist and a trainee lawyer — since September 2026. He completed his legal education at Lausanne University and has already gained solid professional experience at another law firm, in the private sector, and within the court system. His background, rooted in litigation practice, has enabled him to develop a rigorous and structured approach to legal issues, particularly regarding procedural law and the protection of children and adults. He combines precision, attentive listening, and pragmatism, and is deeply committed to supporting clients with both professionalism and a human touch.