LAWYER PROFILE

Karin Graf

Europe 2026

VISCHER

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Litigation

Switzerland

6 years ranked

Arbitrators

Switzerland

5 years ranked

About

Provided by VISCHER

Practice Areas

Litigation and Arbitration

Career

Partner VISCHER (since 2021), Partner Wenger Plattner (2015), Attorney at Law Wenger Plattner (2009), Secondment UBS Investment Bank (2007), Associate VISCHER AG, Zurich (2005), Queen Mary College, University of London (LL.M.) (2003), Associate Homburger AG (2001), Law clerk at District Court of Bülach, Zurich (2000), University of St. Gallen (lic. iur.) (2000)

She specialises in business litigation and the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments, as well as interim relief proceedings. Karin Graf regularly advises on cross-border disputes. She represents individuals and companies before state courts at all levels and arbitral tribunals. Karin Graf regularly serves as arbitrator.

Publications

Karin Graf regularly publishes and speaks on civil procedural law and arbitration topics and is active in the International Bar Association (IBA), the Swiss Arbitration Association (ASA), and DRI, The Voice of the Defense Bar.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Litigation - Switzerland

Band 4

Individual Editorial

Karin Graf is well placed to represent clients in cases arising out of bankruptcy as well as in financial claims. She also frequently assists with the enforcement of international awards in Switzerland.

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Arbitrators - Switzerland

Band 5

Individual Editorial

Karin Graf often acts as chair or sole arbitrator in Swiss Rules and ICC arbitrations. She has particular experience arbitrating contractual and construction disputes.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Karin Graf has a pragmatic way of thinking and is always focused on achieving the client's goals.
LitigationChambers European Guide
Karin Graf is very practical and commercial in negotiations, as well as responsive to our requests.
LitigationChambers European Guide
Karin Graf is a very strong litigator.
LitigationChambers European Guide
Karin Graf is well prepared, proactive and easy to work with.
ArbitratorsChambers European Guide
Karin Graf gives a lot of confidence in what she delivers, as well as real guidance, opinions and recommendations. She has a super clear communication style and approach.
ArbitratorsChambers European Guide