1291 Group
Local business
8002 Zurich
Schweiz
The 1291 Group is an international financial services firm headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. Established in 2000, the company takes its name from the year 1291, marking the founding of the Swiss Confederation. This historical reference reflects its core values of independence, protection, and the rule of law—principles that form the foundation of its approach to wealth management. Over the years, 1291 Group has grown into one of the leading global providers of cross-border wealth planning and insurance-based structuring solutions for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families.
The group focuses on creating bespoke wealth protection strategies that integrate financial, legal, and tax planning across multiple jurisdictions. Its expertise lies in offering comprehensive solutions in areas such as privacy, asset protection, tax optimization, estate planning, and liquidity management. These elements, often summarized under their “PATEC” framework—Privacy, Asset Protection, Tax Optimization, Estate Planning, and Cash/Liquidity—define their core philosophy. By combining these pillars, 1291 Group helps clients preserve and grow their wealth while ensuring compliance with international regulations.



