Law of persons and family law

Is our partnership still valid? I know that marriage for all will soon come into force in Switzerland, but I'm a bit surprised to learn that registered partnerships will no longer exist. Does this mean that the partnership I entered into with my partner a few years ago will no longer be valid and that we will be...

MPUC or divorce? "I've been married for over 15 years and want to separate from my husband. After getting information from both sides, I've been advised different solutions, such as protective measures or divorce. I don't understand the difference. Should I choose? F, Geneva It's important to know that...

My husband is aggressive. How can I protect my child? "My husband and I separated last May because his verbal and physical abuse was becoming unbearable for me. Since then, he has been harassing me by calling me several times a day and frequently turning up at my home. If I don't...

My son lives with me. What about his pension? "I'm divorced and my son moved in with me some time ago. I've enrolled him in a local school. Do I still have to pay the child benefit I used to pay his mother when he lived with her? Jalil, Geneva The fathers...

What can I do about my ex-husband's harassment? "Divorced a few years ago, my ex-husband keeps texting, emailing and calling me, day and night. He can't stand the fact that I'm starting my life again without him. I've already changed my phone number but it's no use. I just...

Modification of divorce decree The modification or cancellation of the maintenance contribution set out in a divorce decree is governed by article 286 paragraph 2 CC, applicable by reference from article 134 paragraph 2 CC.Article 286 paragraphs 1 and 2 CC stipulates that the judge may order that the maintenance contribution be increased or...

How do you go about placing someone under guardianship? "My father has become senile and I've been advised to put him under guardianship. What should I do?" Patricia, Petit-Lancy Under article 369 of the Civil Code, a person of full age may be placed under guardianship if he or she is incapable of managing his or her own affairs, cannot do without care and assistance...

Can my children take their stepfather's name? "I'm about to marry the father of my youngest son. I have two daughters from a previous relationship who bear my name because their father and I weren't married. Is it possible for my future husband to adopt my two daughters? And will they be able to bear his name?

"Médor" has died, can I bury him at home? My faithful German shepherd has just died and I'm deeply affected... I'd like to keep him close to me, in my garden, by building him a little grave. Do I have the right to do this? Gilbert We're very sorry to hear about the loss of your companion. Unfortunately, Swiss regulations are...