Expert Evidence
Michael E. Schneider, Joachim Knoll, Christophe Guibert de Bruet, 2022In : Andreas J. Roquette/Tom Christopher Pröstler (Eds.), International Construction Disputes – A Practitioner’s Guide, C.H.Beck/Hart/Nomos, 2022, p. 305-328
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Michael E. Schneider est l’un des associés fondateurs de LALIVE. Il pratique l’arbitrage international depuis plus de 40 ans en qualité de conseil dans des procédures ad hoc ou soumises à divers règlements, dont ceux de la CCI, de la LCIA, des Swiss Rules, du SCC, du Cairo Regional Centre for International Arbitration (CRCICA), du Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), du Fonds européen de développement et de la CNUDCI, ainsi que sous l’égide d’autres institutions internationales telles que l’Organe d’appel de l’OMC et la Commission de compensation des Nations Unies. Il a également été arbitre (président du tribunal, arbitre unique, ou co-arbitre) dans des procédures soumises à de nombreux règlements suisses et étrangers.
Les principaux domaines d’activité de Me Schneider sont les litiges mettant en présence des Etats et des multinationales, dans les domaines de la construction, du génie civil et des projets d’infrastructure, des ressources naturelles (notamment le pétrole et le gaz), des produits pharmaceutiques et des télécommunications ainsi que des litiges d’investissement. Il a une expérience particulière dans la gestion de litiges complexes et l’organisation de vastes équipes d’experts de formations et de cultures différentes.
Me Schneider est le Président sortant de l’Association Suisse de l’Arbitrage (ASA). Il y notamment développé l’Arbitration Practice Seminar organisé tous les ans depuis 1997 avec des avocats de droit civil et de common law. Il a été vice-président de la Commission de l’arbitrage de la CCI jusqu’en 2014 et a participé à plusieurs de ses groupes de travail (révisions du règlement d’arbitrage de la CCI en 1998 et 2012, construction, référé pré-arbitral). Il a présidé le groupe de travail II (arbitrage) de la CNUDCI à ses sessions à New York et à Vienne (2006-2010) sur la révision du règlement d’arbitrage et de l’Aide-mémoire sur l’organisation des procédures arbitrale (2014-2015) et le vice-président de la Commission (2015-2017). Il est membre du Conseil de surveillance du Cairo Regional Centre for International Arbitration (CRCICA) et Président sortant de l’International Academy of Construction Lawyers (IACL) ainsi que membre de la Cour d’arbitrage du Centre d’arbitrage de Singapour. Il a été co-président du Comité T de l’AIB/SBL (International Construction Projects 2001-2003) et de son sous-comité sur la résolution des litiges de construction (1996-2000).
Me Schneider enseigne dans le cadre du programme de LL.M de l’Université de Fribourg et a été directeur d’études du Centre d’étude et de recherche de droit international et de relations internationales de l’Académie de droit international de La Haye (arbitrage transnational et contrats d’Etat). Il a étudié le droit et l’histoire aux Universités de Munich, Bonn et Genève et a obtenu les Examens d’Etat de premier et second niveau (habilitation à être juge).
Il est diplômé de l’Institut universitaire des Hautes Etudes internationales de Genève et a effectué un stage AIESEC au sein de l’entreprise Shell en Sierra Leone.
Michael Schneider “is widely acknowledged as one of the most prominent arbitrators in the global market. His extensive career has seen him act as chair and sole arbitrator in significant disputes taking place in Switzerland, among other countries.”
Chambers Global, Public International Law: most in demand arbitrators- Global-Market Leaders, 2023
Michael Schneider is a well-respected figure among European arbitration lawyers. In addition to his considerable experience as counsel to the parties in arbitration, Michael Schneider is an active arbitrator who continues to attract appointments as chair in commercial and investor-state cases.
Chambers Global, International Arbitration: Most in demand arbitrators and Arbitration International - Europe-wide, 2022
Ranked in the Hall of Fame, Michael Schneider has expertise in energy and construction claims. Testimonial: “LALIVE have a high functioning team that delivers seamless advice and documents from the firm. It is a well-oiled machine that is focused, smart and timely. I have been very impressed by the dedication of its staff to deliver an absolutely first-class product.”
Legal 500, Switzerland - Dispute Resolution: Arbitration, 2022
Michael Schneider is “highly experienced in investment and commercial arbitration” remark sources who add he is “a great, client-oriented lawyer”.
Who’s Who Legal: Arbitration, 2022
Michael Schneider is “very respected” in the market.
Who's Who Legal, Switzerland: Arbitration, 2020
Michael Schneider is a long-standing figure in the Swiss market, ranking highly for his wealth of experience on high-value construction disputes.
Who's Who Legal, Construction and Real Estate, 2020
Michael Schneider is “one of the most prominent figures in Switzerland” for arbitration and is a “very impressive” practitioner”, comment sources. His expertise covers disputes in the construction, infrastructure, telecoms and pharmaceutical sectors and involving both states and corporations.
Who’s Who Legal, Switzerland - Arbitration, 2019
Michael Schneider comes “highly recommended for his impressive and efficient practice”. He specialises in disputes involving states and corporations in the construction and engineering industries.
Who’s Who Legal, Switzerland - Mediation, 2019
Michael E. Schneider is a well-established figure in the Swiss market where he stands out for his “enormous experience in construction arbitration”. He comes “highly recommended for his impressive and efficient practice”.
Who’s Who Legal, Most Highly Regarded in Arbitration, Switzerland, 2019
Peers say that Michael Schneider's superb reputation in the Swiss market is a key source of work for the firm's commercial arbitration practice. In addition to his work as counsel, Schneider is frequently appointed as arbitrator on commercial and investment treaty cases. He attracts particular praise for his experience in construction arbitrations involving projects in Europe and the Middle East.
Chambers Global, Europe-wide, Arbitration (International) and Most In Demand Arbitrators, 2018
Michael Schneider has long-standing experience acting both as arbitration counsel and as arbitrator on domestic and multi-jurisdictional disputes relating to infrastructure projects, breach of supply agreements and partnership dissolutions in the transport and energy sectors. Peers state that he is a "very well-known figure" in the Geneva market and highlight his "attention to detail."
Chambers Global, Switzerland, Dispute Resolution, Arbitrators and Arbitration Counsel, 2018
“Legendary arbitrator” Michael Schneider is internationally respected as “a top name” in the arbitration arena, is highlighted for his “outstanding” expertise.
Who's Who Legal, Arbitration, 2018
Michael Schneider is a “very effective leader in hearings.”
GAR 100, 2017
"A great name for arbitration, very experienced: an outstanding arbitration connoisseur."
Chambers Europe, Arbitration, 2017
Michael Schneider is an “outstanding” practitioner who is commended for his “quick grasp of complex issues”.
Who’s Who Legal : Arbitration, 2017
A "highly respected international arbitration practitioner" with expertise in energy disputes, construction and price review arbitrations, as well as investor-state disputes. "He is a real star and one of the smartest lawyers in the market."
Chambers Global, Arbitration, Global-wide, 2016
Michael Schneider "is the most formidable Swiss practitioner, with great experience and real stature." "He has a lot of charisma and is an impressive advocate."
Chambers Global, Arbitration (International) Europe-wide (Band 1), 2016
"He's extremely hard-working, thorough and responds as things arise and develop during hearings."
Chambers Global, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration Counsel Switzerland (Band 1), 2016
Michael Schneider “is one of the biggest names in the business,” he is “effortlessly intelligent” and “supremely efficient”.
Who's Who Legal, Switzerland, 2016
The “outstanding” Michael Schneider is a founding partner of the firm, and with more than 40 years of experience in this field he is considered to be “one of the forefathers of arbitration in Switzerland.”
Who’s Who Legal: Arbitration, 2016
"One of the leading names in arbitration," Michael E. Schneider is a distinguished arbitrator based in Geneva who regularly presides over multi-jurisdictional disputes. He is also praised by clients for "offering absolute pragmatism in his approach."
Chambers Global, Arbitration (International) Most In Demand Arbitrators (Band 1), Europe-wide, 2015
"An expert, offering absolute pragmatism in his approach. He is so well known, it is difficult to add to his prestige."
Chambers Global, Arbitration (International) Arbitrators (Band 1), Europe-wide, 2015
Lauded as ‘first-class’ and ‘one of the titans in this field’. ‘A tireless and extremely dedicated’ practitioner.
‘He is incredibly experienced in international arbitration, and is a sharp and pragmatic lawyer’. He has advised on numerous multibillion-dollar disputes involving parties from a range of industries, such as gas price reviews, and cases concerning telecommunications and construction.
Chambers Global, Dispute Resolution, Switzerland, 2014
‘Extremely thoughtful’ and ‘encyclopaedic in matters of arbitration’.
The International Who’s Who of Commercial Arbitration, 2014
Among 25 most highly regarded individuals.
The International Who’s Who of Commercial Arbitration, 2014 and 2013
‘Michael Schneider has ‘the perfect combination of great experience, maximum pragmatism and deep knowledge’’.
Legal 500, Lalive, 2013
‘Arguably the best lawyer in the field of arbitration’.
Legal 500, Dispute Resolution, Switzerland, 2012
‘Simply extraordinary’.
Legal 500, Switzerland, 2011
‘Extremely sharp, tenacious and diplomatic’. Michael Schneider has an excellent reputation as an arbitrator and counsel. Sources say, ‘Even though he’s really busy, he always has time to speak to his clients’’.
Chambers Global, Dispute Resolution, Switzerland, 2013
‘He is a brilliant mind and an amazing counsel’.
Chambers Global, Dispute Resolution, Switzerland, 2012
In : Andreas J. Roquette/Tom Christopher Pröstler (Eds.), International Construction Disputes – A Practitioner’s Guide, C.H.Beck/Hart/Nomos, 2022, p. 305-328
In : Uluslararasi Insaat Sözlesmelerinde Beklenmeyen Hal Kavrami / Eds. Yesim M. Atamer, Ece Bas Süzel, Elliott Geisinger. – Istanbul : Onikilevha, 2020. – pp. 222-254. – (Istanbul Uluslararasi Insaat Hukuku Konferanslarli ; 4)
New Horizons of International Arbitration, A.V. Asoskov, А.I. Muranov, R.M. Khodykin (éds.), 2018, p. 216-237
In : Teresa Giovannini and Alexis Mourre (éds.), Written Evidence and Discovery in International Arbitration New Issues and Tendencies, 2009, Editions Dossiers ICC Institute of World Business Law, chapitre 9, p. 365-371
In : Robert S Peckar (éd.), Getting the Deal Through - Construction 2010 in 34 jurisdictions worldwide, 2009, Getting the Deal Through, p. 161-165
LexisNexis, avril 2020
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In: Robert S Peckar and Michael S Zicherman (Contributing Eds.), Getting the Deal Through. Construction in27 jurisdictions worldwide - 2017, Law Business Research Ltd, 2017, pp. 139-143
In: Timothy J. Feighery, Christopher S. Gibson, Trevor M. Rajah (Eds.), War Reparations and the UN Compensation Commission-Designing Compensation After Conflict, Oxford, 2015, pp. 135-184
In: Shaheeza Lalani and Rodrigo Polanco Lazo (Eds.), The Role of the State in Investor-State Arbitration, BRILL, NIJHOFF, Volume 3, pp. 1-13
B-Arbitra – Belgian Review of Arbitration, 2015/1, pp. 17-39
In: Peter Münch/Nicolas Passadelis/Jens Lehne (Eds.), Handbuch Internationales Handels- und Wirtschaftsrecht, Helbing Lichtenhahn, Basel, 2015, pp. 271-310
In : B. Ehle and D. Baizeau (éds.), Stories from the Hearing Room: Experience from Arbitral Practice. Essays in Honour of Michael E. Schneider, Wolters Kluwer, 2015
In: Laurence Boisson de Chazournes, Marcello G. Kohen, Jorge E. Viñuales (Eds.), Diplomatic and Judicial Means of Dispute Settlement, Brill, 2014, pp. 119-151
In: Berndhard Berger & Michael E. Schneider (Eds) Inside the Black Box: How Arbitral Tribunals Operate and Reach Their Decisions, Juris, 2014, ASA Special Series N° 42, pp. 73-76
In: Berndhard Berger & Michael E. Schneider (Eds) Inside the Black Box: How Arbitral Tribunals Operate and Reach Their Decisions, Juris, 2014, ASA Special Series N° 42, pp. 3-5
In: Honsell/Vogt/Schnyder/Berti (Eds.), Das Internationale Privatrecht (Basler Kommentar), Helbing & Lichtenhahn, Basel, 2013, pp. 1822-1861
In: Honsell/Vogt/Schnyder/Berti (Eds.), Das Internationale Privatrecht (Basler Kommentar), Helbing & Lichtenhahn, Basel, 2013, pp. 1870-1896
Getting the Deal Through - Construction 2014
In: David S. Peckard (Contributing Ed.), Getting the Deal Through - Construction 2013, Law Business Research Ltd, London, 2012, pp. 165-169
In: Liber Amicorum en l'honneur de Serge Lazareff, sous la direction de Laurent Lévy et Yves Derain, 2011, Editions A. Pedone, pp. 563-567
In: Wirth, Rouvinez, Knoll (Eds.), The Search for "Truth" in Arbitration: Is Finding the Truth What Dispute Resolution Is About? Chapter 5, ASA Special Series No. 35, pp. 63-69
Les Cahiers de l'Arbitrage 2011-4, pp. 1-35
In: Juris, New York / ASA, Switzerland (Eds.), ASA Performance as a Remedy, Chapter 1, ASA Special Series No. 30, pp. 3-48
In: Robert S Peckar (Ed.), Getting the Deal Through - Construction 2011 in 35 jurisdictions worldwide, 2010, Getting the Deal Through, pp. 178-183
International Law Office, 2009, Newsletter
In: Robert S Peckar (Ed.), Getting the Deal Through - Construction 2010 in 34 jurisdictions worldwide, 2009, Getting the Deal Through, pp. 128-132
In: Doak Bishop (Ed.), Enforcement of Arbitral Awards against Sovereigns, Juris Publishing, 2009
In: David J. Howell (Ed.), Electronic disclosure in international arbitration, JurisNet, LLC, New York, 2008, pp. 13-37
Construction Law Journal, 2007, Vol. 23, No. 8, pp. 559-569
International Law Office, November 2007, Newsletter, http://www.internationallawoffice.com
In: Robert S Peckar (Ed.), Getting the Deal Through - Construction 2008 in 21 jurisdictions worldwide, 2007, Getting the Deal Through, pp. 106-112
Chambers Client Report, 2007, Issue 22, p. 39
International Law Office, 2006, Newsletter
Publié sous les auspices du Centre du commerce international (OMC/CNUCED), Geneva, 2005
Geneva, ITC Trade Law Series, UNCTAD/WTO, 2005, 129 pages, ISBN 92-9137-302-8
In: Knutson (Ed.), FIDIC - An Analysis of International Construction Contracts, Kluwer Law, The Hague, 2005, pp. 313-342
IBA Arbitration and ADR, 1998, Vol. 3, pp. 26-33
Journal of International Arbitration, 1998, Vol. 15, pp. 15-26
(in collaboration with Christopher Kuner) Journal of International Arbitration, 1997, Vol. 14, No. 3, pp. 5-37
Report at the Seoul Conference of the International Council for Commercial Arbitration, ICCA Congress Series, No. 8, 1996, pp. 57-99
In: Reto M. Hilty(Ed.), Information Highway, Stämpfli, Bern, 1996, pp. 625-660
Contracts and Dispute Settlement in Civil Engineering and Construction of Plants, 1995, Vol. 4, pp. 187-244
In : Scott (éd.), The Reform of Commercial Arbitration Procedures, Londres, LCIA, 1994, p. 157-181
Arbitration International, 1994, Vol. 10, No. 2, pp. 119-140
ASA Bull. 3/1993, Vol. 11, pp. 446-465
In: Dominice/Patry/Reymond (Eds.), Etudes de Droit international en l'honneur de Pierre Lalive, Basle, Helbing & Lichtenhahn, 1993, pp. 345-358
The International Construction Law Review, 1993, Vol. 10, pp. 403-424
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(in collaboration with Paolo Michele Patocchi) Arbitration, the Journal of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, 1989, Vol. 55, pp. 268-280
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2011
Université de Fribourg, Faculté de Droit, Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Cross-Cultural Business Practice
International Construction Contracts (including dispute resolution) / International Joint Ventures
Pour plus d'information, voir le plan de cours (International Construction Contracts) et le plan de cours (International Joint Ventures).
1987
Centre d'étude et de recherche de droit international et de relations internationales de l'Académie de droit international de La Haye
1987
Université de Genève et Institut des Hautes Etudes Internationales (HEI, Genève)
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LALIVE classée 7ème mondiale pour le nombre d’avocats d’arbitrage inclus dans Who’s Who Legal
LALIVE appointed to act for Qatari nationals by The Qatar National Committee for Human Rights
Michael E. Schneider, associé de LALIVE, nommé Vice-Président de la CNUDCI
Trois avocats de LALIVE classés parmi les meilleurs avocats specialisés en droit de la construction
LALIVE classée parmi les meilleurs par Chambers Global
LALIVE compile des récits de praticiens renommés de l’arbitrage
LALIVE à nouveau classée parmi les meilleures études au monde en arbitrage commercial international (février 2013)
Deux associés du département construction de LALIVE reconnus par le classement international Who’s Legal (février 2013)
Prochain séminaire de pratique arbitrale – ASA Arbitration Practice Seminar co-organisé par deux associés d’arbitrage de l’Etude à Badenweiler du 18 au 20 janvier 2013
Michael Schneider a présidé la dernière session du Groupe de Travail II de la CNUDCI à New York
Me Michael E. Schneider nommé Vice-Président de l »ASA (02 septembre 2005)