Arbitrators
Switzerland
6 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Sébastien Besson
Europe 2026
Ranked in 3 practice areas
About
Provided by LKK Arbitration
Practice Areas
Sébastien Besson has acted as counsel, arbitrator and legal expert in more than 200 international arbitrations under a variety of arbitration rules. He has decades of experience representing Swiss and multinational companies, ultra-high- net worth individuals, States and State entities in complex commercial contract disputes, often involving multiple jurisdictions and fora, and in various industries, including in the energy, banking and finance, insurance, investments, transportation and infrastructure sectors.
Professional Memberships
International Council for Commercial Arbitration (ICCA)
Swiss Arbitration Association (ASA)
ICC Switzerland
London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA)
International Arbitration Institute (IAI)
International Bar Association (IBA)
Chambers Review
Provided by Chambers
Chambers European Guide
Arbitrators - Switzerland
Band 1
Individual Editorial
Sébastien Besson is a highly respected practitioner for his work acting as both counsel and arbitrator in a wide range of arbitrations, including sport, post-M&A and construction disputes.
Arbitration Counsel - Switzerland
Band 2
Individual Editorial
Sébastien Besson is a highly respected practitioner for his work acting as both counsel and arbitrator in a wide range of arbitrations, including sport, post-M&A and construction disputes.
International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators - Europe-wide
Band 3
Individual Editorial
Sébastien Besson of LKK Arbitration acts as both president and sole and co-arbitrator on construction and pharmaceutical disputes, with particular expertise in ICC rules.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Sébastien Besson is very well organised and convincing.
ArbitratorsChambers European GuideIt is always a pleasure to work with Sébastien. He is committed to the case and willing to go the extra mile to deliver top-quality service. He is a real go-to person in the Swiss legal market.
ArbitratorsChambers European GuideSébastien is a very experienced counsel and arbitrator with a great mind and strong interpersonal skills. He has deep knowledge of arbitrations, setting strategy and developing pragmatic solutions.
ArbitratorsChambers European GuideSébastien Besson is an experienced and sharp practitioner who is most pleasant to work with.
ArbitratorsChambers European GuideSébastien Besson is very articulate, persuasive and calm. He is a very impressive lawyer.
ArbitratorsChambers European Guide
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