Arbitrators | Global

Laurent Lévy enjoys a stellar reputation in international arbitration as one of the stars of the Swiss legal scene. He is regularly appointed to sit in ICC and ICSID tribunals. He handles disputes from the energy and finance sectors.

Bernhard Berger has extensive experience as arbitrator, including in ad hoc, ICC and UNCITRAL proceedings relating to purchase agreements and contractual arbitrations. He is particularly respected for his knowledge of the energy sector.

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.

Paolo Michele Patocchi is a well-respected figure in the Swiss legal market due to his notable experience as an arbitrator. He has numerous appointments across high-value ICC and SCC proceedings.

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.

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, in addition to handling significant investment treaty matters.

Gabrielle Nater-Bass represents clients in disputes concerning contracts, construction projects and arbitral awards. Additionally, she frequently appears as an arbitrator in ICC proceedings, often as president.

Veijo Heiskanen of Arbitra is an independent arbitrator with longstanding expertise in international arbitration, boasting experience in high-profile ICSID and UNCITRAL proceedings. He is sought after for his skill advising on commercial and investment arbitration cases, with notable mandates in the mining, energy and telecommunication sectors.

Xavier Favre-Bulle acts for clients on 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 on arbitrations before the CAS.

Andrea Meier represents clients in supply chain disputes under the ICC and Swiss Rules, often for clients from the energy, manufacturing and transport sectors. She also has experience sitting in arbitral tribunals for property, post-M&A and construction disputes.

Cesare Jermini acts as a sole arbitrator, co-arbitrator and chair in ICC and Swiss Rules arbitrations, often in relation to contractual disputes and post-M&A issues. He has notable experience acting in arbitrations involving Italian clients. He is based in the law firm's Lugano office.

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. He is also often appointed as arbitrator in a variety of positions for energy and post-M&A disputes.

Daniel Hochstrasser is an independent practitioner who enjoys a solid reputation as an arbitrator, acting as chair or co-arbitrator in ICC proceedings. He has further experience as arbitration counsel, representing clients from the pharmaceutical, energy and sports sectors.

Diana Akikol has experience as an arbitrator and co-arbitrator in investment and contractual disputes under ICC rules. She has notable experience in construction, licensing, post-M&A and shareholder matters.

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.

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.

Bernd Ehle has experience representing clients in significant arbitrations, including post-M&A proceedings and contract breaches. Clients from the energy and manufacturing industries regularly turn to him for assistance. He has further experience acting as an arbitrator in ICC and DIS arbitrations, and he is dual-qualified in Germany and Switzerland.

Christoph Brunner of Brunner Arbitration 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. He displays a range of activity across construction, energy and transport disputes.

Melissa Magliana has notable experience representing clients in ICC arbitrations, usually involving either commercial or construction disputes. She offers particular expertise in energy-related matters. She also acts as co-arbitrator and chair in arbitral proceedings.

Paolo Marzolini combines his experience as an arbitrator and arbitration counsel to assist clients with ICC proceedings and cases governed by Swiss Rules. He demonstrates particular prowess advising on cross-border disputes.

Simon Gabriel of Gabriel Arbitration acts as sole arbitrator, co-arbitrator and president of the tribunal in Swiss Rules and ICC arbitrations.

Alexandra Johnson frequently acts on 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 life sciences disputes. Her practice is bolstered by her ability to act as co-arbitrator and president of arbitral tribunals.

Christian Oetiker represents clients from a range of industries in commercial disputes under ICC rules. He also sits as arbitrator and chairperson in ICC tribunals.

Clarisse von Wunschheim of Altenburger LTD legal + tax leverages her international experience to act on a wide variety of arbitration proceedings, including those relating to contractual and post-M&A disputes. She is regularly appointed as sole, presiding or co-arbitrator in ICC, UNCITRAL and Swiss Rules proceedings.

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.

Dorothee Schramm of SwissArbitrator regularly acts as sole, presiding or emergency arbitrator in commercial arbitrations, including those governed by ICC, DIS and Swiss Rules. She has particular expertise in disputes relating to the life sciences, manufacturing and technology sectors.

Franz Stirnimann of STIRNIMANN FUENTES Dispute Resolution is an accomplished arbitrator who is regularly appointed in ICC, ICSID and UNCITRAL proceedings, amongst others. He demonstrates significant expertise acting on investment treaty matters, in addition to construction and commercial arbitration cases.

Karin Graf often acts as chair or sole arbitrator in Swiss Rules and ICC arbitrations. She has particular experience arbitrating contractual and construction disputes.

Luca Beffa of Charles Russell Speechlys demonstrates skill acting as presiding, sole and co-arbitrator in shareholder disputes and arbitration cases relating to supply, distribution and licensing agreements. He is regularly involved in matters governed by the ICC, CAS and Swiss Rules.

Manuel Arroyo of Eversheds Sutherland acts as arbitrator or co-arbitrator in disputes under a range of rules, including those of the LCIA and ICC. He advises on contract breaches and infrastructure projects, as well as investment treaty arbitrations and the enforcement of arbitral awards.

Michael Lazopoulos is regularly appointed as sole, presiding or co-arbitrator in ICC and Swiss Arbitration Centre cases to advise on contractual disputes.

Olivier Mosimann represents clients in disputes over supply and licensing agreements, as well as construction and telecommunications issues. He has further experience acting as sole and presiding arbitrator in ICC proceedings.

Roberto Dallafior assists clients with liability disputes, contractual arbitration and joint venture disputes. He acts on arbitration under ICC and Swiss Rules, and is regularly a party-appointed arbitrator.

Tanya Landon of Landon Arbitration regularly acts on significant arbitration matters, including commercial and investor-treaty arbitrations. She is equipped to practice as an independent arbitrator, notably in relation to arbitrations seated in Geneva.

Simon Hohler offers the ability to act as both arbitrator and arbitration counsel in high-stakes proceedings, with particular highlights in contractual and construction disputes. He has experience being appointed as chairperson, sole arbitrator or co-arbitrator in ICC, ad hoc and Swiss Rules proceedings.