Wertpapierrecht

The third edition retains the character of an introductory comprehensive presentation of the difficult-to-access law of securities. In the foundational section, it approaches the topic of securities from an overview of the law of debt instruments, discussing its three types: bearer, order, and registered securities. Subsequently, the most important securities under Swiss law are presented: bills of exchange and checks, debt certificates, capital market instruments (including shares, bonds, and book-entry securities), as well as securities related to the transport of goods.

The book is primarily aimed at students who, familiar with the basics of debt and property law, are being introduced to this area of law for the first time. However, it also serves practitioners who need to quickly find initial answers amidst the confusion of a subject they are less familiar with. Thanks to its clear structure and detailed index, the book combines the advantages of a structured study text with those of a practical reference work.