Arbitrators
Switzerland
2 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Michael Lazopoulos
Global 2026
Ranked in 1 practice area
About
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Practice Areas
Michael Lazopoulos co-heads Lustenberger + Partners' litigation and arbitration practice, focussing on international arbitration and commercial litigation.
He advises and represents Swiss and international clients before Swiss courts and arbitral tribunals in a wide range of commercial disputes under all major institutional rules and in ad hoc proceedings. He is regularly appointed as president, sole arbitrator and party-appointed arbitrator.
He has extensive experience in disputes relating to international sales, M&A, joint ventures, shareholders' agreements, financial services, construction projects, telecommunication, commodities trading, aviation, transportation, supply of goods, agency and distribution.
Career
Partner with Lustenberger + Partners, Zurich (since 2012), Associate with Pestalozzi Attorneys at Law, Zurich (2008–2011), Associate with Allens Arthur Robinson, Sydney (2007), Associate with Benz & Partners, Zurich (2001-2006)
Professional Memberships
Zurich and Swiss Bar Association (ZAV/SAV), Swiss Arbitration Association (ASA), International Bar Association (IBA), German Institution of Arbitration (DIS), Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb), International Center for Dispute Resolution (ICDR)
Publications
All publications are available at https://lplegal.ch/en/team/member/profile/6/michael-lazopoulos
Languages Spoken
German, English, French
Chambers Review
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Chambers Global Guide
Arbitrators - Switzerland
Band 5
Individual Editorial
Michael Lazopoulos is regularly appointed as sole, presiding or co-arbitrator in ICC and Swiss Arbitration Centre cases to advise on contractual disputes.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Michael was fabulous to work with, and I would be pleased to work with him on any future matters given his expertise, communication skills and responsiveness.
ArbitratorsChambers Global GuideIt is intellectually stimulating to work and exchange views with someone with such a sharp mind like Michael Lazopoulos.
ArbitratorsChambers Global GuideMy collaboration with Michael was friendly and pragmatic. He is a very good lawyer.
ArbitratorsChambers Global GuideI very much enjoy working with Michael. He is up to scratch, responsive and has a similar mindset to us.
ArbitratorsChambers Global GuideMichael Lazopoulos is an excellent lawyer. He is very hands-on, a quick thinker and has very deep knowledge of international arbitration law.
ArbitratorsChambers Global Guide
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