No-win-no-fee social security benefits claim lawyers in Switzerland
A social security or benefits authority refused, reduced or stopped a disability, invalidity, retirement or other benefit you believe you are entitled to.
- Short answer
- A pure contingency fee (pactum de quota litis) is prohibited, but a success bonus on top of a fee that covers costs (pactum de palmario) is allowed within limits. Deadlines vary for this kind of claim, so ask a lawyer to confirm yours early. JuriMatch lists firms that say they take social security benefits claims in Switzerland on success-based terms; each firm decides case by case.
- What happens if you lose in Switzerland
- The losing party normally bears the court costs and pays the winner a contribution to its lawyer fees set by cantonal tariffs, which may be lower than the real fees. Courts can ask the claimant for an advance on costs.
- Updated
- 2 November 2026, JuriMatch editorial team (general information, not legal advice)
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Frequently asked questions
Can I find a no-win-no-fee social security benefits claim lawyer in Switzerland?
A pure contingency fee (pactum de quota litis) is prohibited, but a success bonus on top of a fee that covers costs (pactum de palmario) is allowed within limits. Deadlines vary for this kind of claim, so ask a lawyer to confirm yours early. JuriMatch lists firms that say they take social security benefits claims in Switzerland on success-based terms; each firm decides case by case.
What happens if I lose a social security benefits claim claim in Switzerland?
The losing party normally bears the court costs and pays the winner a contribution to its lawyer fees set by cantonal tariffs, which may be lower than the real fees. Courts can ask the claimant for an advance on costs.
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