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Sport

Switzerland

3 Years Ranked

About

Provided by Nicolas Zbinden

Europe

Practice Areas

• Sports Law

• International Arbitration

• Dispute Resolution and Litigation

Career

Nicolas Zbinden specialises in the areas of sports law and international arbitration.

• Since 2022: Partner with Kellerhals Carrard

• 2015–2021: Attorney with Kellerhals Carrard

• 2013: Attorney with Des Gouttes & Associés, Geneva

• 2011–2013: Trainee attorney with Des Gouttes & Associés, Geneva

• 2008–2009: Legal counsel, Players' Status Department (FIFA), Zurich

Professional Memberships

• Vaud Bar Association (OAV)

• Swiss Bar Federation (FSA)

• Jeune Barreau vaudois

• Registered in the Cantonal Attorneys' Register (Vaud)

• ASA

• Swiss Association for Sports law (ASDS)

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Chambers European Guide

Sport - Switzerland

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Band 3
Individual Editorial

Nicolas Zbinden frequently acts on proceedings relating to allegations of doping, including appeals against bans and other sanctions. He also advises on disputes stemming from transfers and allegations of discrimination.

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