Stephanie Andrea Brawand

Stephanie Andrea Brawand is a Lecturer at Kalaidos University of Applied Sciences, teaching in the School of Law, specifically in postgraduate programs such as the CAS FH in General Taxation and National Individual Taxation. She also serves as a Judge at the Cantonal Court of Valais, Tax Law Division, reflecting her deep expertise in tax law.

• Lic. iur., LL.M. International Corporate Taxation
• Active lecturer at the master’s semester level
• Owner & Managing Director, Brawand Tax Advisory GmbH (since 2022)

Her research focuses on international and corporate tax law, with particular emphasis on cross-border spousal taxation, place of effective management, and German-Swiss tax structures. She frequently publishes in leading Swiss tax journals and contributes to legal commentaries.

The recent publications reflect a consistent trend in international tax law, especially on residency, cross-border entities, and digitalization impacts on tax administration. Her work bridges academic rigor and practical jurisprudence, often analyzing case law and legislative frameworks.

Scientific Contributions:

• Co-author of multiple articles in Zsis, ASA, and StHG Commentary
• Regular speaker and lecturer in continuing legal education

While no formal PhD students are listed, her role as a lecturer and judge involves mentoring legal professionals and contributing to academic discourse. She has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards. She is actively involved in her own tax advisory firm, which likely informs her applied research and teaching.

She is a key figure in Swiss tax law education and practice, integrating judicial experience with academic instruction, particularly in the evolving landscape of digital work and international taxation.