Roman Baumann Lorant

Roman Baumann Lorant is a distinguished attorney specializing in foundation and association law, offering comprehensive legal services to non-profit organizations. His expertise encompasses the establishment of foundations and associations, drafting of statutes and regulations, and securing tax exemptions. Additionally, he provides ongoing support in governance, conflict management, contract law, employment law, and real estate matters. His practice also includes reorganization services such as statutory amendments, mergers, asset transfers, and liquidations, as well as representation in legal proceedings and tailored coaching sessions for board members.

With a robust academic background, Dr. Baumann Lorant earned his Doctor of Law from the University of Zurich in 2009, focusing his dissertation on the role of foundation boards. He serves as a lecturer in association, foundation, and non-profit law at the University of Basel and is a speaker at the Center for Philanthropy Studies. His professional journey includes roles as Deputy Managing Director of proFonds, the Swiss umbrella organization for charitable foundations, and as an attorney in a Basel-based law firm. He is a member of both the Swiss and Solothurn Bar Associations and holds leadership positions in various organizations, including Vice President of the Cantonal Solothurn Trade Association and President of the Alice and Louis Koch Foundation.

Dr. Baumann Lorant's client service approach is characterized by independence and a commitment to acting solely in the interests of his clients. Operating within the Altenbach Baumann Bloch law firm, he collaborates with an in-house notary to facilitate the seamless establishment of non-profit organizations. His extensive network within the non-profit sector enables him to connect clients with specialized professionals in accounting, auditing, communication, and organizational management. Located in Dornach, his office is easily accessible by car via the A18 towards Delémont, exit Reinach Nord, or by the S3 train from Basel station towards Laufen, reaching Dornach in nine minutes.