Ranking tables
Arbitration Counsel | Global
Switzerland
Band 1
Band 2
- Bernd Ehle Lalive
- Gabrielle Nater-Bass Homburger
- Matthias Scherer Lalive
- Melissa Magliana Lalive
- Noradèle Radjai Lalive
- Philippe Bärtsch Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd
- Wolfgang Peter Peter & Kim
- Nathalie Voserrothorn legal
- Sébastien BessonLévy Kaufmann-Kohler
Band 3
Band 4
- Alexandra Johnson Pestalozzi
- Christian Oetiker VISCHER
- Christoph Brunner Brunner Arbitration
- Daniel Eisele Niederer Kraft Frey
- Daniele Favalli VISCHER
- Dieter Hofmann Walder Wyss Ltd
- Frank Spoorenberg Niederer Kraft Frey
- Giulio Palermo Archipel
- Guillaume Tattevin Archipel
- Jean Marguerat MLL Legal Ltd
- Konstantin Christie Peter & Kim
- Michael Feit Walder Wyss Ltd
- Olivier Mosimann Kellerhals Carrard
- Roberto Dallafior Nater Dallafior Rechtsanwälte AG
- Sandra De Vito Bratschi AG
- Stefanie Pfisterer Homburger
- Tanya Landon Sidley Austin LLP
- Urs Zenhäusern Baker McKenzie
- Elena Sevila Sánchez5Gambit Disputes
- Tamir Livschitz5Gambit Disputes
Up and Coming
- Anja Vogt5Gambit Disputes
Band 1
1 Anne Véronique SchlaepferWhite & Case LLP | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 1 |Anne Véronique Schlaepfer of White & Case represents international clients in ICC construction arbitrations. She also assists clients with joint venture and contractual disputes, and is particularly popular with clients from the energy and transport sectors.
1 Balz GrossHomburger | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 1 |Balz Gross remains one of the leading arbitration counsel in Switzerland and leads the law firm's arbitration practice. He often acts in disputes arising from contracts or other agreements, often acting for clients in the natural resources and technology sectors. He has notable experience in both ICC and Swiss Rules proceedings, including acting on set-aside procedures.
Key sectorsBusiness and Professional Services|Energy and Utilities|Health and Life Sciences|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing|Resources and Mining1 Christopher BoogSchellenberg Wittmer Ltd | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 1 |Christopher Boog has particular experience representing clients in ICC arbitrations, including advising on contractual disputes, construction arbitration, professional liability cases and investor-state disputes. He has notable experience representing clients in arbitrations seated in Singapore. Additionally, he has further experience with UNCITRAL and SIAC proceedings.
1 Elliott GeisingerSchellenberg Wittmer Ltd | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 1 |Elliott Geisinger remains one of the most highly regarded arbitration counsel in Switzerland. He has particular expertise in construction disputes and is further active on matters relating to contracts. He also has a strong reputation as an arbitrator, frequently acting as co-arbitrator in commercial disputes under ICC rules.1 Harold FreyLenz & Staehelin | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 1 |Harold Frey is one of the leading arbitration counsels in Switzerland. He has a strong focus on ICC proceedings, representing clients in construction and contractual disputes. He also has notable experience in investor-state arbitrations and Swiss Rules proceedings.1 Mariella OrelliHomburger | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 1 |Mariella Orelli possesses particular expertise in arbitrations in a range of industries, including energy, insurance and financial services. She also represents clients in post-M&A arbitration proceedings and contractual disputes.
1 Xavier Favre-BulleLenz & Staehelin | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 1 |Xavier Favre-Bulle acts for clients in set-aside proceedings, and also has experience in post-M&A disputes and contractual arbitration. He has particular experience of Swiss Rules and ICC arbitration proceedings, as well as acting in arbitrations before the CAS.
Band 2
2 Bernd EhleLalive | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 2 |Bernd Ehle has experience representing clients in significant arbitrations, including post-M&A proceedings and contract breaches. He has further experience acting as an arbitrator in ICC and DIS arbitrations, and he is dual-qualified in Germany and Switzerland.
2 Gabrielle Nater-BassHomburger | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 2 |Gabrielle Nater-Bass represents clients in disputes concerning contracts, construction projects and arbitral awards. She also frequently appears as an arbitrator in ICC proceedings, often as president.Key sectorsEnergy and Utilities|Financial Services|Health and Life Sciences|Sport|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)2 Matthias SchererLalive | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 2 |Matthias Scherer is one of the leading arbitrators in Switzerland, with particular experience in ICC proceedings, overseeing construction and post-M&A arbitrations. In addition, he represents states in ICSID proceedings concerning bilateral investment treaties.
2 Melissa MaglianaLalive | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 2 |Melissa Magliana has notable experience representing clients in ICC arbitrations, usually involving either commercial or construction disputes. She also acts as co-arbitrator and chair in arbitral proceedings.2 Noradèle RadjaiLalive | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 2 |Noradèle Radjai represents clients in ICSID, UNCITRAL and SCC proceedings. She often acts in proceedings in the energy and banking and finance sectors.2 Philippe BärtschSchellenberg Wittmer Ltd | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 2 |Philippe Bärtsch represents clients in distribution disputes, post-M&A cases and set-aside proceedings. He is also active in arbitrations within the sporting, pharmaceutical and maritime sectors.2 Wolfgang PeterPeter & Kim | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 2 |Wolfgang Peter represents clients in high-profile investor-state, supply agreement, contractual and liability disputes. He also sits as arbitrator in SCC and ICC proceedings.
Band 3
3 Andrea MeierWalder Wyss Ltd | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 3 |Andrea Meier represents clients in supply chain disputes under ICC and Swiss rules. She also has experience sitting in arbitral tribunals for property, post-M&A and construction disputes.
3 Daniel HochstrasserDaniel Hochstrasser AG | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 3 |Daniel Hochstrasser enjoys a solid reputation as arbitration counsel. He often represents clients from the pharmaceutical, energy and sports sectors. He also acts as chair or co-arbitrator in ICC proceedings.3 David RoneySidley Austin LLP | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 3 |David Roney has expertise in high-profile investment treaty arbitrations and often acts for clients in the sporting and pharmaceutical sectors. He is also regularly appointed as sole or presiding arbitrator in LCIA and ICC arbitrations.
3 Domitille BaizeauLalive | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 3 |Domitille Baizeau acts as both presiding arbitrator and co-arbitrator in arbitrations under a range of rules, including those of the FAI, the ICC and ICSID. She also represents clients as counsel and is often active on matters relating to the energy and pharmaceutical sectors.3 Felix DasserHomburger | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 3 |Felix Dasser represents clients in international ICSID arbitration proceedings relating to development projects. He is also President of the Swiss Arbitration Association.Key sectorsEnergy and Utilities|Financial Services|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing|Insurance|Resources and Mining3 Joachim KnollLalive | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 3 |Joachim Knoll represents clients in UNCITRAL and ICSID arbitration proceedings. His expertise includes contractual disputes in the natural resources and construction sectors.3 Laurent KilliasKillias & Legler - Dispute Resolution | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 3 |Laurent Killias represents clients in commercial arbitrations under ICC and Swiss rules. He also has notable experience acting as presiding arbitrator and chair in ICC proceedings. He founded Killias & Legler - Dispute Resolution in January 2025 after leaving Pestalozzi.
3 Michael KramerPestalozzi | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 3 |Michael Kramer frequently represents clients in contractual arbitration, often under ICC or UNCITRAL rules. His expertise includes energy, construction and contract disputes.3 Nadja Jaisli KullBär & Karrer Ltd | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 3 |Nadja Jaisli Kull often acts as counsel in commercial and construction disputes under ICC and Swiss Rules. She also appears as both a presiding arbitrator and co-arbitrator.
Band 4
4 Alexandra JohnsonPestalozzi | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Alexandra Johnson frequently acts in a range of disputes under both Swiss Rules and ICC rules, including post-M&A proceedings and breach of consultancy agreements. She has additional experience in distribution and sport disputes. Her practice is bolstered by her ability to act as co-arbitrator and president of arbitral tribunals.
4 Christian OetikerVISCHER | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Christian Oetiker represents clients from a range of industries in commercial disputes under ICC rules. He also sits as arbitrator and chairman in ICC tribunals.
4 Christoph BrunnerBrunner Arbitration | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Christoph Brunner advises clients on contractual and liability disputes, including under ICC rules. He boasts additional strength acting as sole and co-arbitrator in cases relating to supply and distribution agreements.
4 Daniel EiseleNiederer Kraft Frey | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Daniel Eisele acts in commercial arbitration, including contractual disputes. He often acts for clients in the energy and natural resources and insurance sectors.
4 Daniele FavalliVISCHER | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Daniele Favalli assists clients with arbitrations under a range of rules concerning breaches of contract and competition disputes.
4 Dieter HofmannWalder Wyss Ltd | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Dieter Hofmann handles a range of arbitrations, including contractual and post-M&A, often under Swiss Rules.4 Frank SpoorenbergNiederer Kraft Frey | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Frank Spoorenberg often acts as chair, sole arbitrator or co-arbitrator in Swiss Rules and ICC arbitrations, particularly in contractual and construction disputes. He has additional experience as arbitration counsel in shareholder and joint venture disputes.
4 Giulio PalermoArchipel | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Giulio Palermo regularly acts as arbitration counsel in ICC proceedings relating to supply agreement and contractual disputes, as well as arbitration cases in the sport and construction sectors.
4 Guillaume TattevinArchipel | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Guillaume Tattevin regularly advises clients in ICC and ICSID proceedings and demonstrates particular strength in international cases. He draws upon his expertise to act on mandates that relate to shareholder disputes, investment arbitrations and sport proceedings.
4 Jean MargueratMLL Legal Ltd | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Jean Marguerat assists clients with arbitrations concerning lease agreements and partnership agreements. He also acts as president and arbitrator or co-arbitrator in ICC and Swiss Rules proceedings.4 Konstantin ChristiePeter & Kim | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Konstantin Christie is particularly active assisting clients in the oil and gas sector, and often advises on construction and contractual arbitrations. He also has experience handling investment proceedings.4 Michael FeitWalder Wyss Ltd | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Michael Feit represents clients in post-M&A arbitration and contractual disputes, often concerning non-compete clauses. He is often sought out by clients from the construction and technology sectors.
4 Olivier MosimannKellerhals Carrard | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Olivier Mosimann represents clients in disputes over supply and licensing agreements, as well as construction issues.
4 Roberto DallafiorNater Dallafior Rechtsanwälte AG | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Roberto Dallafior assists clients with liability disputes, contractual arbitration and joint venture disputes. He acts in arbitration under ICC and Swiss rules, and is regularly appointed as a party-appointed arbitrator.
4 Sandra De VitoBratschi AG | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Sandra De Vito of Bratschi AG acts for clients in investment arbitration and contractual disputes, often advising under Swiss Rules and ICSID proceedings.
4 Stefanie PfistererHomburger | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Stefanie Pfisterer represents clients in arbitrations relating to agreement and contractual disputes. She is also active on matters relating to construction, natural resources and media, and has experience representing under Swiss Rules and in ICC proceedings.
Key sectorsEnergy and Utilities|Environmental and Waste|Family Offices and High Net Worth|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing|Retail and Consumer4 Tanya LandonSidley Austin LLP | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Tanya Landon regularly assists clients with significant arbitration matters through Sidley Austin's Geneva office. She has experience acting as arbitration counsel in commercial and investor-treaty arbitrations.
4 Urs ZenhäusernBaker McKenzie | Arbitration Counsel2025 | Band 4 |Urs Zenhäusern frequently represents clients in ICC arbitrations. He has experience in contractual disputes and disputes in the energy, healthcare and logistics sectors.