Dr. Philip R. Bornhauser advises and litigates in the field of inheritance law. In addition to his legal practice, he is a lecturer at the Universities of Zurich and Lucerne. Furthermore, Dr. Bornhauser regularly publishes in legal journals and renowned commentary series.
He also regularly speaks at legal continuing education events and is co-editor of inheritance law on Onlinekommentar.ch.
Education
- Certified Specialist SAV in Inheritance Law (2023)
- LL.M. at the University of California, Berkeley Law (2015)
- Doctorate in Law (Dr. iur.) at the University of Zurich (2012)
- MCIArb, Member admission at the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, London (2011)
- Admission to the Bar by the High Court of the Canton of Zurich (2010)
- Law studies at the University of Zurich
Professional Experience
- Founding Partner at Splügen Rechtsanwälte AG, Zurich (since October 1, 2026)
- Partner at Strazzer Zeiter Rechtsanwälte AG (2020 to September 30, 2026)
- Partner in a small commercial law firm (2016 to 2019)
- Attorney-at-Law at a medium-sized commercial law firm (2012 to 2016)
- Employee at the District Court of Uster (2007 to 2008)
University Teaching Activities
- Lecturer at the University of Lucerne for Estate Planning and
Settlement (since 2026) - Lecturer at the University of Zurich for Inheritance Law (since 2017)
- Lecturer at the University of Zurich for Property Law (since 2015)
Memberships and Functions
- Swiss Bar Association (SAV)
- Zurich Bar Association (ZAV)
- Successio Association
- Swiss Lawyers’ Association
- Swiss Army: Colonel in the General Staff
- Swiss Officers’ Society: Member of the Central Board and President of the International Commission
