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Homburger

Arbitration Counsel

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The firm’s multinational arbitration team has extensive experience representing clients in the field of international commercial and investment arbitration as well as with other forms of alternative dispute resolution.

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Arbitration Counsel - Switzerland

What the Team is Known For

Homburger has a top-tier arbitration practice with excellent experience in commercial arbitrations. The law firm often acts on high-value post-M&A and transactional arbitration cases, with further activity in arbitrations relating to supply agreements, distribution agreements and construction contract disputes. The team is a popular choice for clients from the energy, manufacturing and logistics sectors. Homburger assists clients with cases in major tribunals such as the Swiss Arbitration Centre and ICC. In addition to frequently acting as arbitration counsel, members of the law firm have experience appearing as arbitrators.

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Work Highlights

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  • Homburger represented Clariant in arbitration proceedings against SIX Group in relation to potential violations of ad hoc announcement obligations.

Strengths

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  • Homburger has the capability to propose dynamic strategies and unconventional legal solutions that can be tailored to suit the specific circumstances of each case.

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  • Homburger combines deep technical expertise with a highly strategic and client-focused approach. It demonstrates proactive problem-solving and clear commercial insights.

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  • Homburger is a very reliable law firm. It provides robust assessments, deep analysis and very precise answers.

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  • Homburger has provided extraordinary service in both strategy and execution. The lawyers are hard-working and produce exceptional work products.

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  • I think Homburger has the strongest overall offering in Switzerland. The team knows how to deliver results in an impressive way.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Balz Gross
    Balz Gross

    Balz Gross

    Balz Gross remains one of the leading arbitration counsel in Switzerland and leads the law firm's arbitration practice. He often acts in disputes arising from contracts or other agreements, frequently acting for clients in the natural resources and technology sectors. He has notable experience in both ICC and Swiss Rules proceedings, including acting on set-aside procedures.

    • Balz Gross is truly one of a kind. He is exceptionally intelligent and deeply focused on the case. He builds his strategy on solid evidence, commercial reality and a well-structured legal approach.

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    • Balz Gross is one of the top lawyers in his field. He knows the issues inside out and does an excellent job as an expert. He is very efficient and great to work with.

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    • Balz Gross is very versatile and understands the commercial demands of large international clients. He is very responsive, positive and easy to deal with.

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    • Balz Gross is a great strategist who is commercially sophisticated and immensely knowledgeable.

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    • Balz Gross is a leading practitioner in Zurich. I like working with him and would recommend him to others.

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  • Mariella Orelli
    Mariella Orelli

    Mariella Orelli

    Mariella Orelli possesses particular expertise in arbitrations in a range of industries, including energy, insurance and financial services. She also represents clients in post-M&A arbitration proceedings and contractual disputes.

    • Mariella has a very good understanding of both arbitration principles and substantive Swiss law. She is very good and provides solid, correct advice.

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    • Mariella Orelli is an excellent lawyer who helped me a lot.

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    • Mariella Orelli has a lot of experience. She is precise and exactly what we need.

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    • She was key in providing recommendations, leading the team to the right decision and then achieving the results.

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  • Gabrielle Nater-Bass
    Gabrielle Nater-Bass

    Gabrielle Nater-Bass

    Gabrielle Nater-Bass represents clients in disputes concerning contracts, construction projects and arbitral awards. Additionally, she frequently appears as an arbitrator in ICC proceedings, often as president.

    • Gabrielle Nater-Bass is extremely responsive, diligent and client-friendly. We have found her advice to be extremely reliable, on point and comprehensive.

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    • Gabrielle Nater-Bass is very experienced in litigation and arbitration. She is highly responsive and goes beyond just doing the work.

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    • Gabrielle Nater-Bass is a very hands-on arbitrator. She grasps complex situations quickly and deals with them efficiently.

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    • Gabrielle's responsiveness is second to none, and she makes herself entirely available. She is very experienced, with true depth of knowledge across the market. She is a true standout in this market.

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    • Gabrielle is a very responsive and service-minded lawyer. Complex issues are analysed and presented in a very understandable and client-friendly manner.

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  • Stefanie Pfisterer
    Stefanie Pfisterer

    Stefanie Pfisterer

    Stefanie Pfisterer represents clients in arbitrations relating to agreement and contractual disputes. She is also active on matters relating to construction, natural resources and media, and has experience representing under Swiss Rules and in ICC proceedings.

    • Stefanie Pfisterer is my favourite lawyer in Switzerland.

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    • Stefanie is always keen to help, very knowledgeable and user-friendly. She is a real star in the making.

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    • Stefanie Pfisterer is thorough, diligent and efficient, and her advice is also practical. It is a tremendous pleasure to have her on the case.

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    • Stefanie Pfisterer is an outstanding lawyer. She has deep technical knowledge and provides practical, business-oriented assessments.

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    • We highly recommend Stefanie for her smart and professional legal expertise, communication skills and sense of responsibility across all aspects.

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  • Felix Dasser
    Felix Dasser

    Felix Dasser

    Felix Dasser represents clients in international ICSID arbitration proceedings relating to development and investment projects. He is also President of the Swiss Arbitration Association.

    • Felix Dasser is very easy to work with. He is very responsive and clear in his output.

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    • Felix is a strategic thinker who offers valuable advice. He brings his solid academic research and wealth of experience to his cases.

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    • Felix Dasser is a really important player in arbitration.

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    • Felix Dasser is a brilliant and well-respected leader in the team.

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