Arbitration Counsel
Switzerland
6 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Laurent Killias
Europe 2026
Ranked in 2 practice areas
About
Provided by Killias & Legler - Dispute Resolution
Practice Areas
Long-standing expertise in international arbitration and commercial litigation in complex disputes. In addition to representing parties, frequently chosen as party-appointed arbitrator and chairman in international arbitrations. Focusing on contracts regarding construction, civil engineering, research and development, distribution and license agreements, joint ventures, financial services as well as M&A.
Career
University of Zurich (lic.iur., 1987). Bar admission (1990). University of Zurich (Dr.iur., 1993). University of London, King's College (LL.M., 1994). Head of Pestalozzi's international arbitration practice group in Zurich until 2024. Founding partner of Killias & Legler - Dispute Resolution with offices in Geneva and Zurich.
Member of the ICC International Court of Arbitration since 2021.
Professional Memberships
Swiss and Zurich Bar Associations, Swiss Arbitration Academy, Swiss Arbitration Association, German Institute of Arbitration.
Chambers Review
Provided by Chambers
Chambers European Guide
Arbitration Counsel - Switzerland
Band 3
Individual Editorial
Laurent Killias of Killias & Legler - Dispute Resolution has notable experience acting as presiding arbitrator and chair in complex ICC and ad hoc proceedings. He also represents clients in commercial arbitrations under Swiss Rules.
Arbitrators - Switzerland
Band 4
Individual Editorial
Laurent Killias of Killias & Legler - Dispute Resolution has notable experience acting as presiding arbitrator and chair in complex ICC and ad hoc proceedings. He also represents clients in commercial arbitrations under Swiss Rules.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
I can say that Laurent Killias is a fantastic choice. He is very balanced, focused and efficient, and I really enjoy working with him.
Arbitration CounselChambers European GuideLaurent has broad knowledge of the arbitration market.
Arbitration CounselChambers European GuideLaurent Killias is a very good arbitration specialist.
Arbitration CounselChambers European GuideLaurent Killias is close to new developments in the arbitration space and has tons of experience.
Arbitration CounselChambers European Guide
Ranked Individuals at Killias & Legler - Dispute Resolution (2)
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