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Bernd Ehle, Augustin Barrier, 2023In: SABC Member Legal Insights Newsletter, 2023
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Bernd Ehle is a partner at LALIVE specializing in international arbitration. He has acted as counsel and arbitrator in more than 80 international arbitral proceedings brought under many of the major arbitration rules, including the ICC, Swiss, DIS, VIAC, LCIA, ICSID, NAI, KCAB, DIA and UNCITRAL rules, and governed by civil law and common law.
Bernd Ehle’s practice focuses on complex, high-value disputes involving in particular major infrastructure and construction projects, joint venture agreements, M&A transactions and sales and distribution contracts. He has extensive experience in a broad range of industries, including energy (oil & gas, solar), telecommunications, life sciences, automotive, aviation and shipping. He also represents parties in arbitration-related court proceedings, especially relating to the setting aside of international arbitral awards before the Swiss Federal Supreme Court.
Bernd Ehle has for several years been recognized as a leading practitioner by Chambers, Legal 500 and Who’s Who (both Arbitration and Construction). He is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) and a former member of its European Branch committee. From 2007 to 2017 Bernd Ehle co-chaired the Geneva Group of the Swiss Arbitration Association (ASA). He is a member of the Arbitration Court of the Swiss Arbitration Centre, a member of the Executive Committee of the Foundation for International Arbitration Advocacy (FIAA) and co-chairs the Construction Group of the German Arbitration Institute (DIS). Bernd Ehle regularly speaks at conferences and publishes about international arbitration and construction law.
Prior to joining LALIVE in 2003, Bernd Ehle practiced in litigation and commercial law with Graf von Westphalen in Freiburg i.Br., Germany (2000-2003). He studied law at the Universities of Freiburg i.Br., Heidelberg and Geneva from 1991 to 1996 before passing his First and Second State Examinations in 1996 and 1998, respectively. Bernd Ehle holds an LL.M. from Northwestern University School of Law, Chicago (2000) and a Ph.D. from the University of Heidelberg (2001).
Source says “I was very impressed with Bernd Ehle."
Chambers Global, Arbitration Counsel – Switzerland, 2023
Bernd Ehle is particularly noted for his work on construction, commercial and investment treaty arbitrations frequently acting for the investors. He is dual-qualified in Germany and Switzerland.
Chambers Global, Arbitrators and Arbitration Counsel – Switzerland, 2022
"Ability to develop a reliable strategy and gain client trust" and "wide international knowledge."
Legal 500, Switzerland – Real Estate and Construction 2022
Bernd Ehle is lauded as a “a leading light in the next generation of IARB practitioners in Switzerland”.
Who’s Who Legal, Arbitration, 2022
"Accurate and meticulous approach to the case, without losing the practical grip.”
Legal 500, Switzerland, Real Estate and Construction, 2021
The "excellent" Bernd Ehle is particularly noted for his work on investment treaty arbitrations, frequently acting for the investors. He is dual-qualified in Germany and Switzerland.
Chambers Global, Europe-wide, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration Counsel - Switzerland, 2021
Bernd Ehle receives a plethora of recommendations for his first-rate expertise in international construction, distribution and joint venture disputes.
Who’s Who Legal, Thought Leaders, Switzerland - Arbitration, 2021
Bernd Ehle is recognised as “extremely active in the field of construction arbitration” by sources who commend his “great responsiveness and availability”.
Who’s Who Legal, Thought Leaders, Switzerland - Construction & Real Estate, 2021
He is a “well-established authority in European arbitration” who is “outstanding in construction and energy disputes” in particular. One peer calls Ehle their “first recommendation for clients in this industry”.
Who’s Who Legal: Arbitration, 2021
Bernd Ehle comes highly recommended by a host of practitioners in the Swiss construction market.
Who's Who Legal, Construction and Real Estate, 2020
“An outstanding practitioner” and “great arbitrator who knows his stuff and is very reliable”.
Who’s Who Legal, Arbitration 2020
He is “well established in the construction space” according to impressed peers.
Who’s Who Legal, Switzerland, Arbitration 2020
Bernd Ehle is described as “a first-class practitioner” who is “very thorough, on point and provides clear communication”.
Who’s Who Legal, Switzerland, Construction and Real Estate, 2019
Bernd Ehle is a standout name in the Swiss arbitration market and is widely respected for his excellent work acting as counsel and arbitrator in high-value construction and infrastructure disputes. He is praised by peers across Europe as a “very thorough and on point practitioner, who is clear and business-oriented.”
Who’s Who Legal, Most Highly Regarded in Arbitration, Switzerland, 2019
Sources describe Bernd Ehle as "very diligent and thorough."
Chambers Global, Switzerland, Dispute Resolution, 2019
Bernd Ehle is endorsed as “a very elegant arbitration practitioner” by prominent peers, who add that he is “well prepared and articulate with a profound knowledge of the law and an internationally minded, hands-on approach.”
Who’s Who Legal, Arbitration, 2019
Bernd Ehle regularly acts as counsel on cross-border arbitrations. He has a noteworthy experience of construction disputes within the energy sector, as well as commercial disputes between ultra-high net worth individuals. One commentator describes Ehle as "very skilled" and a "really good addition to our team." He is also qualified in Germany and has particular experience of acting for German clients.
Chambers Global, Switzerland, Dispute Resolution, Arbitration Counsel
"Knowledgeable"
Legal 500, Switzerland, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration, 2017
“Absolutely excellent” arbitrator and counsel. He is highly regarded by peers and has experience handing a comprehensive range of commercial transactions in a broad variety of jurisdictions.
Who's Who Legal, Switzerland, Arbitration, 2017
Bernd Ehle is focused on international arbitration and has a strong reputation as counsel. He is also German-qualified and frequently advises on German law matters. Sources describe him as "analytical, strategic, very measured and polished."
Chambers Global, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration Counsel, Switzerland (Band 4), 2017
Peers “warmly endorse” Bernd Ehle for his strong expertise in international commercial arbitrations, particularly those relating to commercial transactions.
Who’s Who Legal, Arbitration, 2017
The “well-respected” Bernd Ehle is experienced in disputes involving commercial transactions, and is described by clients as being “very efficient”.
Who's Who Legal, Switzerland, Arbitration, 2016
Bernd Ehle is “really outstanding: very energetic and equally efficient”.
Who's Who Legal, Switzerland, 2016
Geneva-based Bernd Ehle is "highly active in the arbitration community." He acts as both an arbitrator and counsel, has noted experience of German matters and has acted on arbitrations governed by German law.
Chambers Global, Switzerland, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration Counsel, 2016
Clients spoke very highly of Bernd Ehle, citing his “very enthusiastic and professional attitude” and rating him “really outstanding".
Who’s Who Legal: Arbitration, 2016
Bernd Ehle is an accomplished arbitration counsel. He is particularly skilled at handling transaction-related disputes as well as those involving the construction, energy and telecommunications sectors. Ehle has significant experience of handling disputes involving Germany. Interviewees are impressed by his strong capabilities on arbitrations, praising him as a "smart lawyer" with "fantastic writing skills."
Chambers Global, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration Counsel (Band 4), Switzerland, 2015
Peers are “proud to recommend” Bernd Ehle who maintains a “great reputation” in the field. He has acted as counsel and arbitrator in proceedings governed by various laws including Swiss, English, German, Turkish and Ukrainian.
Who's Who Legal, Switzerland, Arbitration, 2014
Bernd Ehle has acted as counsel and arbitrator under various procedural and substantive laws and is praised for his “breadth and depth of expertise”.
Who's Who Legal, Switzerland, 2014
"Smart lawyer" with "fantastic writing skills".
Chambers Global & Europe, Dispute Resolution, Switzerland, 2014
Bernd Ehle is regarded as "an excellent strategist" and one source described him as "among the best of the new generation of experts".
The International Who's Who Legal of Commercial Arbitration, 2014
His clients are "proud to recommend him" and he is viewed in the market as a "brilliant and very disciplined lawyer".
The International Who's Who Legal of Commercial Arbitration, 2013
Sources are impressed by his strong abilities and management of multi-jurisdictional cases.
Chambers Global, Dispute Resolution, Switzerland, 2013
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2016
University of Münster, Faculty of Law
International Commercial Arbitration
2012
Fribourg University School of Law, Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Cross-Cultural Business Practice
International Construction Contracts (including dispute resolution)
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