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Michael E. Schneider

Senior Counsel

Admission

Munich (Germany), 1970
Geneva (foreign lawyer)

Nationality

German

Languages

German , English , French , Spanish , Italian , Arabic

Geneva

35, Rue de la Mairie
P.O. Box 6569
1211 Geneva 6
Switzerland

Contact

+41 58 105 2000
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Practices

Areas of focus

Michael E. Schneider is a founding partner of LALIVE and now Senior Counsel. He has practised in international arbitration for more than 40 years as counsel in ad hoc proceedings and under various rules, including those of the ICC, ICSID, LCIA, Swiss Rules, Stockholm Institute, the Cairo Regional Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (CRCICA), Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), European Development Fund, UNCITRAL, and before other international bodies, including the WTO Appellate Body and the United Nations Compensation Commission (UNCC). He has also acted in many cases as arbitrator (chair, sole or co-arbitrator) under the rules of many institutions both in Switzerland and abroad.

Mr Schneider’s main areas of practice are disputes involving States and corporations in construction, industrial engineering and infrastructure projects, natural resources (in particular oil and gas), pharmaceuticals, telecommunications and investment disputes. He has specific experience in dealing with technical issues and in managing large and complex disputes, organising and leading teams of specialists from different fields and different legal and cultural backgrounds.

Mr Schneider is honorary president of the Swiss Arbitration Association (ASA). At ASA, he developed inter alia the Arbitration Practice Seminar organised annually since 1997 with civil law and common law practitioners. He was vice chair of the ICC Commission on Arbitration until 2014 and has been a member of several of its working groups (1998 and 2012 revisions of the ICC rules, construction, pre-arbitral referee). He chaired the UNCITRAL Working Group II (Arbitration) at its Sessions in New York and Vienna (2006-2010) on the revision of the Arbitration Rules and on the revision of the Notes on Organizing Arbitral Proceedings (2014-2015) and was Vice-Chair of the Commission (2015-2017). He is past president of the International Academy of Construction Lawyers (IACL) and was co-chair of the IBA Committee on international Construction Projects.  He is member of the Board of Trustees of the Cairo Regional Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (CRCICA) and of the Court of Arbitration of the Singapore Arbitration Centre; he was a member of the Board of Trustees and the Executive Committee of the Dubai International Arbitration Centre. He also was advising as inhouse counsel Universal Engineering and Finance Corporation (UNEFICO) on all contract matters.

Mr Schneider lectures at the University of Fribourg LLM Programme and was Director of Studies at the Centre for Studies and Research at the Hague Academy of International Law (Transnational Arbitration and State Contracts). He studied law and history at the universities of Munich, Bonn and Geneva and completed the 1st and 2nd State examination (capacity to hold office as a judge). He completed postgraduate studies at the Graduate Institute of International Studies in Geneva and is a former AIESEC trainee with the Shell Company in 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

Experienced advocate and arbitrator Michael Schneider commands respect for his expertise in international arbitrations, both commercial and investor-state. One source reports: "He has a deep understanding of cultural and legal differences and puts this to good use to get results." He is based in Geneva.

Chambers Global, Arbitration (International) – Global-wide, 2019

Michael Schneider is described by sources as "a top name in construction and energy disputes" and "a legend" in the field of arbitration. In addition to his strong focus on construction and energy arbitrations, he acts on real estate disputes and setting-aside proceedings. Schneider acts as counsel, chair and co-arbitrator.

Chambers Global, Dispute Resolution, Switzerland, 2019

Michael Schneider of Lalive is highly rated for his decades of experience in the field of international arbitration and is admired for his work as both counsel and arbitrator. He is frequently appointed to sit in contractual and treaty disputes, notably in the energy and construction industries. Sources praise him as "full of ideas, very dedicated and super well prepared." He is based in Geneva.

Chambers Global, Arbitration (International): Most in Demand Arbitrators – Global-wide, 2019

Michael Schneider is highly sought after as an advocate in complex commercial and investment treaty cases, as well as frequently acting as arbitrator in ICSID and ICC tribunals. Market sources advise that he is an "outstanding lawyer" who is "top in the world of arbitration and very admired." Schneider is based in Geneva and often handles arbitrations relating to construction, infrastructure and energy projects.

Chambers Global, Arbitration (International): Most in Demand Arbitrators – Europe-wide, 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

Michael Schneider, who is praised for "his excellent strategic foresight".

Legal 500, Switzerland, 2010

‘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

Expert Evidence

Michael E. Schneider, Joachim Knoll, Christophe Guibert de Bruet, 2022

In: Andreas J. Roquette/Tom Christopher Pröstler (Eds.), International Construction Disputes – A Practitioner’s Guide, C.H.Beck/Hart/Nomos, 2022, pp. 305-328

Uluslararasi Insaat Sözlesmelerinde Beklenmeyen Hal Kavrami

Michael E. Schneider, 2020

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)

Non-pecuniary remedies in international arbitration

Michael E. Schneider, Joachim Knoll, 2020

LexisNexis, April 2020
For more information, please see the LexisNexis website.

Construction (Switzerland)

Michael E. Schneider, Matthias Scherer, Bernd Ehle, Sam Moss, Lenoir Cédric, 2017

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

The Role of Iraq in the UNCC Process with Special Emphasis on the Environmental Claims

Michael E. Schneider, 2015

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

The Role of the State in Investor-State Arbitration – Introductory Remarks

Michael E. Schneider, 2015

In: Shaheeza Lalani and Rodrigo Polanco Lazo (Eds.), The Role of the State in Investor-State Arbitration, BRILL, NIJHOFF, Volume 3, pp. 1-13

Assistance to the Tribunal: Options, Advantages and Dangers

Michael E. Schneider, 2013

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

Welcome Address and Introduction to the Conference Topic

Michael E. Schneider, 2013

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

Commentary on Article 182 of the Swiss Private International Law Act (arbitration procedure)

Michael E. Schneider, Matthias Scherer, 2013

In: Honsell/Vogt/Schnyder/Berti (Eds.), Das Internationale Privatrecht (Basler Kommentar), Helbing & Lichtenhahn, Basel, 2013, pp. 1822-1861

Commentary on Article 184 of the Swiss Private International Law Act (taking of evidence in international arbitration)

Michael E. Schneider, Matthias Scherer, 2013

In: Honsell/Vogt/Schnyder/Berti (Eds.), Das Internationale Privatrecht (Basler Kommentar), Helbing & Lichtenhahn, Basel, 2013, pp. 1870-1896

Switzerland

Michael E. Schneider, Matthias Scherer, Bernd Ehle, Sam Moss, 2013

Getting the Deal Through - Construction 2014

Construction (Qatar)

Matthias Scherer, Michael E. Schneider, Georges Racine, Marcus C. Boeglin, 2012

In: David S. Peckard (Contributing Ed.), Getting the Deal Through - Construction 2013, Law Business Research Ltd, London, 2012, pp. 165-169

Twenty-four Theses about Witness Testimony in International Arbitration and Cross-Examination Unbound

Michael E. Schneider, 2011

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

The revision of the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules: Some observations on the process and the results

Michael E. Schneider, 2011

Les Cahiers de l'Arbitrage 2011-4, pp. 1-35

Switzerland

Matthias Scherer, Michael E. Schneider, Sam Moss, Nathalie Subilia, 2010

In: Robert S Peckar (Ed.), Getting the Deal Through - Construction 2011 in 35 jurisdictions worldwide, 2010, Getting the Deal Through, pp. 178-183

Qatar

Michael E. Schneider, 2009

In: Robert S Peckar (Ed.), Getting the Deal Through - Construction 2010 in 34 jurisdictions worldwide, 2009, Getting the Deal Through, pp. 128-132

The Paper Tsunami in International Arbitration Problems, Risks for the Arbitrators’ Decision Making And Possible Solutions

Michael E. Schneider, 2009

In: Teresa Giovannini and Alexis Mourre (Eds.), Written Evidence and Discovery in International Arbitration New Issues and Tendencies, 2009, Editions Dossiers ICC Institute of World Business Law, Chapter 9, pp. 365-371

Switzerland

Matthias Scherer, Michael E. Schneider, Nathalie Subilia, 2009

In: Robert S Peckar (Ed.), Getting the Deal Through - Construction 2010 in 34 jurisdictions worldwide, 2009, Getting the Deal Through, pp. 161-165

Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards against Sovereigns – Switzerland

Michael E. Schneider, Joachim Knoll, 2009

In: Doak Bishop (Ed.), Enforcement of Arbitral Awards against Sovereigns, Juris Publishing, 2009

Public Procurement in Construction Projects: Issues for Foreign Contractors

Michael E. Schneider, Matthias Scherer, Joachim Knoll, 2007

International Law Office, November 2007, Newsletter, http://www.internationallawoffice.com

Switzerland

Michael E. Schneider, Matthias Scherer, Joachim Knoll, 2007

In: Robert S Peckar (Ed.), Getting the Deal Through - Construction 2008 in 21 jurisdictions worldwide, 2007, Getting the Deal Through, pp. 106-112

Incorporated Joint Ventures Model Agreement

Jean-Paul Vulliéty, Michael E. Schneider, 2005

Publié sous les auspices du Centre du commerce international (OMC/CNUCED), Geneva, 2005

ITC incorporated joint venture model agreements

Michael E. Schneider, 2005

Geneva, ITC Trade Law Series, UNCTAD/WTO, 2005, 129 pages, ISBN 92-9137-302-8

Combining arbitration and conciliation

Michael E. Schneider, 1996

Report at the Seoul Conference of the International Council for Commercial Arbitration, ICCA Congress Series, No. 8, 1996, pp. 57-99

Arbitration of construction disputes

Michael E. Schneider, 1995

Contracts and Dispute Settlement in Civil Engineering and Construction of Plants, 1995, Vol. 4, pp. 187-244

Major construction cases

Michael E. Schneider, 1994

In : Scott (éd.), The Reform of Commercial Arbitration Procedures, Londres, LCIA, 1994, p. 157-181

International organizations and private persons: The case for a direct application of international law

Michael E. Schneider, 1993

In: Dominice/Patry/Reymond (Eds.), Etudes de Droit international en l'honneur de Pierre Lalive, Basle, Helbing & Lichtenhahn, 1993, pp. 345-358

Multi-fora disputes

Michael E. Schneider, 1990

Arbitration International, 1990, Vol. 6, No. 2, pp. 101-121

Russian Arbitration Day 2018

Procedural Issues in International Arbitration

30/03/2018 Moscow Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Interactive Arbitrators? Optimistic Proposals and Cultural Baggage.

For further information, see the programme.

The Cairo Regional Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (CRCICA)

The Belt and Road Initiative Economic Legal Landscape and dispute Settlement

12/12/2017 Cairo Michael E. Schneider Speaker: The Belt and Road Initiative

IBA Arbitration 40 Subcommittee

IBA’s Toolkit for Award Writing

11/12/2017 Cairo Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Question and Answer Session

Young ICCA workshop

IBA’s Toolkit for Award Writing

11/12/2017 Cairo Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Key note address on Procedural Tactics and Strategies

The Cairo Regional Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (CRCICA)

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of UNCITRAL – Global Inclusion and Dispute Resolution: Harmonization Trends in International Arbitration

09/12/2017 Cairo Michael E. Schneider Speaker: The Modernizing Role of UNCITRAL Texts

Associazione Italiana per l’Arbitrato (IAI)

L’Arbitro Profili e internazionali

06/12/2017 Rome Michael E. Schneider Speaker: La missione e la responsabilità dell'arbitro

For more information, see the programme.

Dutch Arbitration Association (DAA)

Fifth anniversary edition of the Dutch Arbitration Day – Advocacy and Evidence

14/09/2017 Amsterdam Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Capitalizing of arbitration’s potential in respect of advocacy and evidence

Institute for Transnational Arbitration (ITA)

Challenges to the Legitimacy of International Arbitration - 29th ITA Workshop and Annual Meeting

15/06/2017 Plano, Texas (Dallas) Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Legitimacy Of The Decision-Makers (Part 1)

Swiss Arbitration Academy

Graduation Ceremony 2016-2017

04/05/2017 Geneva Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Current issues in international arbitration – keynote speech

For more information, see the invitation.

Global Arbitration Review

2nd Annual GAR LIVE Abu Dhabi Conference

22/02/2017 Abu Dhabi Michael E. Schneider President and Moderator: GAR LIVE Question Time – The Gulf Region: A legal melting pot or a clash of legal cultures?

For more information, see the programme.

Columbia University NY – Columbia Center for International Commercial and Investment Arbitration

Where public meets private: International law and the dynamic interpretation of treaties in the context of the draft UNCITRAL Rules on Transparency

05/02/2013 New York Michael E. Schneider Speaker: The provisions of the Standard concerning its scope of application

Swiss Arbitration Association (ASA)

Inside the black box: How arbitral tribunals operate and reach their decisions

01/02/2013 Zurich Michael E. Schneider Moderator: Assistance to the Tribunal: options, advantages and dangers

For more information, see the programme.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belarus / International University “MITSO” / UNCTAD / UNCITRAL / ICSID

Investment Dispute Settlement Workshop

20/11/2012 Minks, Belarus Michael E. Schneider Speaker (with J Salasky): Trends in investment arbitration / A brief overview on the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules / The project of developing rules on transparency in treaty-based investor-State arbitration

Global Arbitration Review

3rd Annual GAR LIVE London

08/11/2012 London Michael E. Schneider Co-chair: How to make International Arbitration work better?

For more information see the programme.

Swedish Arbitration Association (SAA)

Swedish Arbitration Days: The Challenge of Taking Evidence in International Arbitration

14/09/2012 Stockholm Michael E. Schneider Moderator: Witnesses of Fact

For more information, please see the programme.

American Bar Association (ABA) – Section of International Law – Dispute Resolution/Litigation

Spring Meeting 2012

21/04/2012 New York Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Ethics Guidelines for International Arbitration: Room for Debate

United Nations commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) and the International Arbitral Centre of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber VIAC

VIAC - UNCITRAL 2012 Conference

30/03/2012 Vienna Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Travaux préparatoires, enactments and case law on interim Measures and preliminary orders. Chair of Session/Moderator: Issues regarding the role of arbitral institutions acting under the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules

For more information, see the programme.

University of Oslo - Faculty of Law - APA project (Arbitration and Party Autonomy)

The impact of the applicable law on the interpretation of contracts - Arbitration and the not unlimited party autonomy

22/11/2011 Oslo Michael E. Schneider Panellist: Does international arbitration assume that contracts are written on their own terms or as an interplay with the applicable law? - Panellist: Impact of intellectual property rules and of the arbitrability on the enforceability of arbitral awards

For more information, see the programme.

Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb)

The Costs of International Arbitration Conference

28/09/2011 London Michael E. Schneider Speaker and Moderator: Evidence - how costs can be reduced

For more information, see the programme.

International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)

6th Annual ICC New York Conference: the new ICC Rules of Arbitration

20/09/2011 New York Michael E. Schneider Speaker: General Provisions

For more information see the programme and the new ICC Rules of Arbitration.

Arbitration Academy

International Arbitration Special Summer Course 2011

18/07/2011 Paris Michael E. Schneider Lecturer: Evidence and the Use of Experts in International Arbitration

For more information see the website of Arbitration Academy.

Fordham University New York

6th Annual Conference on International Arbitration and Mediation

15/06/2011 New York Michael E. Schneider Speaker: The New Rules of International Arbitration: Practical and Analytical Issues: The 2010 Revised UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules

For more information see the programme.

Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (ICOC)

UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules 2010

31/05/2011 Istanbul Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Introductory Rules and Composition of the Arbitral Tribunal (Arts 1-16)

International Arbitral Centre of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (VIAC)

VIAC-UNCITRAL 2011 Conference

15/04/2011 Vienna Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Transparency in investment arbitration: Questions regarding the content of a legal standard on transparency; Legal theory of international arbitration: The revised UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules in practice

For more information see the programme.

Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC)

DIAC 4th Arbitration Dialogue

16/11/2010 Paris Michael E. Schneider Member of the DIAC Executive Committee and moderator

For more information see the programme.

International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)

Arbitral Awards

20/10/2010 Dubai Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Arbitral case-law

For further information see the programme.

American Bar Association (ABA) / New York City Bar

From Revisions to Reform? Roundtable Discussion on Revising the 1976 UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules to Meet New Demands

03/02/2010 New York Michael E. Schneider Speaker as Chairman of the UNCITRAL Working Group

International Bar Association (IBA) - SERIL - International construction projects committee

Time and acceleration issues affecting international construction contracts

07/10/2009 Madrid Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Delay in civil law

For more information see the presentation.

Swiss Arbitration Association (ASA) Geneva Group

L’arbitrage international au bord du Léman: hier, aujourd’hui, demain

08/05/2009 Geneva Michael E. Schneider Speaker: L’évolution de l’arbitrage en général depuis une trentaine d’années

For more information, see the programme.

Swiss Arbitration Association (ASA)

The Search for the Truth

06/02/2009 Zurich Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Cross-examination – How helpful is it for finding the “Truth”?

For further information, see the conference paper and the programme.

Geneva Bar Association (Foreign Lawyers’ Section)

Anti-Money Laundering Regulations and Legal Practice

19/11/2008 Geneva Michael E. Schneider Co-organizer and Chair

The relevant conference materials are available here.

International Bar Association (IBA)

International Construction Projects (ICP) Committee annual conference

17/10/2008 Buenos Aires Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Termination of construction contracts and completion of the works by replacement contractors & Report of the ICP session on Adopted Projects on recent developments in the Swiss Alptransit Project

13th Geneva Global Arbitration Forum

The Rise of international arbitration in the Gulf States

06/12/2007 Geneva Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Adapting the legal environment in The United Arab Emirates: acceding to the New York Convention; adopting a modern arbitration law; informing State Court Judges

For more information, see the programme.

Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (ICOC), Association of the Mediterranean Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ASCAME)

The Revision and Modernization of the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules

30/11/2007 Istanbul Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Revision of Section III of the Regulation on the arbitration

ICDR Young and International Conference

How to Tailor Arbitrations to Fit the Individual Case

17/11/2007 Paris Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Thinking outside the box

Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), Association of International Petroleum Negotiators (AIPN), Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Dispute Resolution in International Oil and Gas Contracts

14/11/2006 Dubai Michael E. Schneider Chair

For more information, see the programme or the website of the Dubai Arbitration Centre.

International Bar Association (IBA)

Annual Conference

30/09/2005 Prague Michael E. Schneider Speaker: Use of independent experts in arbitration

For more information, see the programme.

Michael E. Schneider Lecturer

2011

Fribourg University School of Law, Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Cross-Cultural Business Practice
International Construction Contracts (including dispute resolution) / International Joint Ventures
For more information, see the course outline (International Construction Contracts) and course outline (International Joint Ventures).

Michael E. Schneider Director of Studies

1987

Center for Studies and Research in International Law and International Relations at The Hague Academy of International Law

Michael E. Schneider Consultant

1987

Geneva Law School and Graduate Institute of International Studies, Geneva