Investment Arbitration

Areas of practice > Investment Arbitration

“Expertise in high-profile investor-state disputes”

LALIVE is a pioneer in international investment arbitration and is the only firm in Switzerland to have a significant investment arbitration practice.

The firm’s involvement in a number of high profile multi-billion State-investor disputes has earned it recognition as one of the leading practices worldwide.

We are proud to represent both States and investors and are thus accustomed to arguing both sides, which is of paramount importance to formulating the best strategy.

The team includes highly skilled lawyers with strong academic backgrounds in international investment law. A number of them are recognised as leading figures in the field and hold key positions in international organisations and institutions.

Our investment treaty arbitration specialists regularly act as counsel for investors and States globally and are frequently appointed as arbitrators in disputes arising out of bilateral and multilateral investment treaties, investment contracts, and other instruments, and involving a wide range of industries, including energy, telecommunications, construction and transportation.

As counsel

  • Representing Romania, an ongoing client of the firm, in several investment arbitrations conducted under the ICSID Convention including a recent USD 4 billion arbitration initiated by North American investors concerning a mining project and a USD 2 billion arbitration initiated by Scandinavian investors relating to tax enforcement measures in the food and beverage industry. International law applies to both disputes.
  • Representing a Fortune 500 company in an investment dispute before ICSID concerning regulatory issues in South American State. International law applied
  • Representing two Eastern African State-owned petroleum companies with claims totalling USD 90 million in disputes with Chinese petroleum companies over oil exploration contracts conducted under the UNICTRAL Rules. The seat of the arbitrations was London and Geneva. Sudanese law applied.
  • Representing Mauritius in a USD 1 billion investment dispute conducted under the UNCITRAL Rules concerning the confiscation of the assets of an industrial group including a commercial bank and an insurance company. International law applies and the seat of the arbitration is Brussels.
  • Representing the Republic of Latvia in two investment treaty arbitrations conducted under the ICSID Convention. The first is a USD 100 million arbitration initiated by an alleged Ukrainian national concerning the acquisition of a steel mill in an insolvency, while the second is a EUR 65 million arbitration initiated by Scandinavian companies concerning a transport infrastructure project. International law applies to both disputes.
  • Successfully representing the Republic of Turkey in annulment proceedings in the largest ICSID dispute at the time it was initiated (USD 10 billion) concerning alleged breaches of international law, including expropriation and in a complex EUR 280 million investment dispute brought by Dutch investors under the ICSID Convention following the termination of a construction project.
  • Representing the Republic of Ecuador against a North American company in an investment arbitration under the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules arising under a Bilateral Investment Treaty, relating to the termination of mining concessions. A small fraction of the amounts claimed were awarded.

As arbitrator

  • President in an ICSID arbitration concerning the alleged expropriation of a large shopping center
  • President in an ICSID arbitration concerning construction projects in Central Asia
  • President in an ICSID arbitration concerning tax measures affecting the oil and gas sector
  • President in two ICSID arbitrations concerning petroleum development and gas purchase and sale in South Asia under a concession agreement
  • President of an ad hoc committee in ICSID annulment proceedings against an award concerning commercial farms in an African State
  • President in an arbitration under the North American Free Trade Agreement concerning a 300-megawatt offshore wind farm on Lake Ontario
  • President of an ICSID tribunal hearing two separate arbitrations between a Canadian energy company and a South Asian country concerning gas blowouts and gas deliveries
  • President in a contractual ICSID arbitration brought under a mining lease, concerning the respondent State’s alleged failure to prevent illegal miners from entering the concession
  • President in an UNICTRAL arbitration under various investment treaties concerning regulatory measures in the photovoltaic energy sector in a European State
  • President of an ad hoc committee in ICSID annulment proceedings against an award concerning commercial farms and forestry plantations in Zimbabwe
  • President in an UNCITRAL arbitration concerning a contract for road rehabilitation works in Eastern Europe

 

What is it to be ‟Pro-Arbitrationˮ When Addressing Corruption at the Setting Aside and Enforcement Stages ?

Laura Azaria, Vincent Reynaud, 2023

In : Pro-Arbitration Revisited: A Tribute to Professor George Bermann from his Students Over the Years

Report on the 2022 LALIVE Lecture by Professor Pierre-Marie Dupuy - ‘A Guided Tour of the Chorzów Factory Case: A Review of Reparation Principles in International Investment Law’

Maël Deschamps, Vincent Reynaud, 2022

In: Swiss Arbitration Association (ASA) Bulletin, Vol. 40, No. 4, 2022, pp. 997-1000

Investment Disputes Involving Mineral Assets: Relevant Statistics & Trends

Luis Miguel Velarde Saffer, Tiago Duarte-Silva 2021

Transnational Dispute Management 3, International Oil & Gas Arbitration · Feb 17, 2021

Quick Answers on Appointment and Challenge of Arbitrators– Switzerland

Domitille Baizeau, Catherine Anne Kunz, 2020

Quick Answers, Kluwer Law International, December 2020

Quick Answers on Drafting Arbitration Agreements – Switzerland

Domitille Baizeau, Catherine Anne Kunz, 2020

Quick Answers, Kluwer Law International, December 2020

Legal Stability and Legitimate Expectations: Does International Investment Law Need a Sense of Proportion?

Robert Bradshaw, 2020

European Investment Law and Arbitration Review, Vol. 5, pp. 240-264, 11 December 2020

Case summary: Continental Casualty Company v. Argentine Republic. (2020). ICSID Reports, 18, 155-198

Jaime Gallego, 2020

ICSID Reports Volume 18 on Defence Arguments in Investment Arbitration, January 2021

Arbitres et intérêts public

Teresa Giovannini, Hakim Boularbah, Andrea Carlevaris, Laurent Jaeger, Charles Jarrosson, Ismail Selim, 2019

In: Bruylant (éd), Arbitrage international et intérêts publics, 2019, p.57-75

Privacy and Confidentiality in Arbitration – Switzerland

Bernd Ehle, Noradèle Radjai, 2019

In: A. Sheppard (éd.), Comparative Smart Charts, Kluwer Law International Practice Tools, 2019

Arbitration in France: Ryanair v. Smac: Is the French Tribunal des Conflits Unnecessarily Risking France’s Place as the World’s Safest Landing Spot for Arbitration Related Litigation?

Baptiste Rigaudeau, 2019

HKIAC, International Arbitration: Issues, Perspectives and Practice, Liber Amicorum Neil Kaplan, Wolters Kluwer, 2019, pp. 571-579

Right to Cure up to Date for Delivery

Emmanuel O. Igbokwe, Christoph J. H. Brunner, 2019

In: Christoph J. H. Brunner and Benjamin Gottlieb (eds), Commentary on the UN Sales Convention (2019), Article 37, pp. 251-253

How to Obtain Evidence from Third Parties: A Comparative View

Robert Bradshaw, 2019

Journal of International Arbitration, Vol. 36 (2019), Issue 5, pp. 629-658

To Hot Tub or Not to Hot Tub?

Tessa Hayes, 2019

In: Meriam N. Alrashid, Kabir Duggal, Miriam Harwood and Todd J. Weiler (eds.), Investment Treaty and International Law, Volume 12, Juris Publishing, 2019, pp. 273-291

Commentary on Articles 52(2)-(4) of the ICSID Convention

Joachim Knoll, Laura Halonen, 2019

In: Julien Fouret, Rémy Gerbay Gloria M. Alvarez with Denis Parchajev (Eds.) The ICSID Convention, Regulations and Rules – A Practical Commentary, Elgar Commentaries, 2019, pp. 663-680

Transferencia de información entre abogados y árbitros

David Guerra Bonifacio, 2018

In: L. Collantes González (Ed.), Enciclopedia de Arbitraje, Mario Castillo Freyre, Lima, 2018

Reconvención

David Guerra Bonifacio, 2018

In: L. Collantes González (Ed.), Enciclopedia de Arbitraje, Mario Castillo Freyre, Lima, 2018

Burden of Proof Regarding Jurisdiction

Hafsa Zayyan, Baiju Vasani, 2018

In: Katia Yannaca-Small (Ed.), Arbitration Under International Investment Agreements: A Guide to the Key Issues, Second Edition, Oxford University Press, 2018

Annulment and Enforcement of arbitral awards in Switzerland

Catherine Anne Kunz, 2018

In: Annulment and enforcement of arbitral awards from a comparative law perspective, Contributions from CEPANI40 colloquium held on October 18, 2018, Wolters Kluwer Belgium NV 2018, pp. 63-80

Environmental Dispute Resolution: The Dispute Board Solution

Baptiste Rigaudeau, François Baillon, 2018

Terralex Connections, 24 April 2018

Legal Privilege Under Swiss Law: Scope and Implications in International Dispute Resolution

Sébastien Zulian, Sofian Ghezala, 2017

TerraLex Connections Newsletter

Trust Arbitration in Switzerland

Roman Huber, Tina Wüstemann, 2016

In: Arbitration of Internal Trust Disputes: Issues in National and International Law, S.I. Strong and A. Molloy (eds.), Oxford University Press

TAS: aún en vilo tras la saga Pechstein

Palermo Giulio, Guaia Ignacio, 2016

Revista del Club Español del Arbitraje, Wolters Kluwer, Volume 27, 2016, pp. 159-165

France – The New Anti-Corruption Arsenal’s Impact on Arbitration

Baptiste Rigaudeau, 2016

E-Solver – Chartered Institute of Arbitrators

Implications of sanctions on energy-related arbitration

Marc D. Veit, Tino Schneider, 2016

International Law Office, Newsletter (International Trade), 12 February 2016

Partial Decisions on the Substantive Matter in Dispute–In Turkish and Comparative Civil Procedure as well as in Turkish Arbitration Law

Alptug Tokeser, 2016

UTTDER, 2016, Vol. 5, Issue 2, pp. 495-518

Compensation for Expropriation

Esra Ogut Oehri, Konstantin Christie, Rodica Turtoi, 2016

In: the Investment Treaty Arbitration Review, avril 2018 (Edition 3)

Enforcement, France

Éléonore Caroit, 2015

In: Julien Fouret (éd.), Enforcement of Investment Treaty Arbitration Awards, Globe Law and Business, 2015

Back to Bricks and Mortar: The Case for a “Traditional” Concept for Investment that Never Was

2015

In: Laird et al (Ed.), Investment Treaty Arbitration and International Law, Volume 8, Juris, 2015

And Others: Mass Claims in ICSID Arbitration

Veijo Heiskanen, 2015

In: Meg Kinnear, Geraldine R. Fischer, Jara Mínguez Almeida et al. (Eds.), Building International Investment Law - The First 50 Years of ICSID, Kluwer Law International, The Netherlands, 2015, chapter 44

Enforcement, Switzerland

Noradèle Radjai, 2015

In: Julien Fouret (Ed.), Enforcement of Investment Treaty Arbitration Awards, Globe Law and Business, 2015

Michael E. Schneider’s Time Management Lessons

Matthias Scherer, 2015

In: B. Ehle and D. Baizeau (Eds.), Stories from the Hearing Room: Experience from Arbitral Practice. Essays in Honour of Michael E. Schneider, Wolters Kluwer, 2015, pp. 149-151

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

Criteria to Determine Investor Nationality (Juridical Persons)

Tran Thang Nhu-Hoang, Pierre Tercier, 2015

In: Meg Kinnear, Geraldine R. Fischer, Jara Mínguez Almeida et al. (Eds.), Building International Investment Law - The First 50 Years of ICSID, Kluwer Law International, The Netherlands, 2015, chapter 10

Festschrift zur Emeritierung von Prof. Jean-Fritz Stöckli

Angela Casey, 2014

Bäni Eva-Maria, Obrist Angela (Eds.), DIKE, Zurich, 2014

Asistencia de Jueces Extranjeros en la Práctica de la Prueba en el Arbitraje Internacional

Palermo Giulio, Guaia Ignacio, 2014

Spain Arbitration Review, n° 20 (2014), pp. 109-127

Post-Award Remedies

Veijo Heiskanen, Laura Halonen, 2014

In: Giorgetti (Ed.), Litigating International Investment Disputes: A Practitioner's Guide, Brill/Nijhoff, 2014, pp. 497-526

Arbitration in matters of succession with special consideration of the Regulation (EU) No. 650/2012

Werner Jahnel, 2014

B-Arbitra – Belgian Review of Arbitration, 2015/1, pp. 41-66

Gerichtsstands- und Schiedsgerichtswahl in trustrechtlichen Angelegenheiten − Unter besonderer Berücksichtigung der schweizerischen Rechtslage

Roman Huber, 2013

Diss., Schulthess Zurich

Commentary on Articles 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15 ICC Rules

Werner Jahnel, 2013

In: Manuel Arroyo (Ed.), Arbitration in Switzerland - The Practitioner's Guide: Commentary, Wolters Kluwer, AH Alphen aan den Rijn, 2013

Confidentiality in Arbitration

Noradèle Radjai, 2013

In: Manuel Arroyo (Ed.), Arbitration in Switzerland - The Practitioner's Guide: Commentary, Wolters Kluwer, 2013

Default, Closure of Proceedings and Waiver of Rules

Noradèle Radjai, 2013

In: Tobias Zuberbühler, Christoph Müller, Philipp Habegger (Eds.), Swiss Rules of International Arbitration, Schulthess Verlag, Juris,2nd ed. 2013

Investment Arbitration

Noradèle Radjai, 2013

In: Manuel Arroyo (Ed.), Arbitration in Switzerland - The Practitioner's Guide: Commentary, Wolters Kluwer, 2013

Claims for breach of representations and warranties

Noradèle Radjai, 2013

In: Edward Poulton (Ed.), Arbitration of M&A transactions, Globe Law and Business, 2013

Drafting the Award

Matthias Scherer, 2013

In: Bernhard Berger, Michael E. Schneider (Eds.), Inside the Black Box: How Arbitral Tribunals Operate and Reach Their Decisions, ASA Special Series No. 42, Juris, 2013, pp. 27.

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

Angela Casey, 2012

Editions Weblaw, Bern, 2012

ICC Schiedsgerichtsordnung 2012

Werner Jahnel, 2012

ECOLEX, Fachzeitschrift für Wirtschaftsrecht, 1/2012, pp. 35-39

Swiss Federal Supreme Court provides guidance on rules of State immunity applicable to enforcement of ICSID awards

Matthias Scherer, Sandrine Giroud, 2011

Kluwer Arbitration Blog, December 2011

Jivraj v. Hashwani: la communauté arbitrale victime de discriminations à l’embauche répétées ?

Baptiste Rigaudeau, 2011

Les Petites Affiches, Chronique de Droit de l’Arbitrage N°36, 26 February 2011, pp. 14-16 (French)

Tax Gross-Up Claims in Investment Treaty Arbitration

Tran Thang Nhu-Hoang, 2011

Young ICCA Blog, 2011

Kommentar der ICC Schiedsgerichtsordnung

Werner Jahnel, 2010

Institutionelle Schiedsgerichtsbarkeit, 1st edition (2005) and 2nd edition (2010),
Prof. Rolf A. Schütze, Heymanns Verlag, Berlin

FDI Moot 2015: First Highest Ranked Claimant Memorial

Despoina Arslanidi, Nikoletta Chalikopoulou, Maria-Eleni Chrysanthakopoulou, Eleftherios Dafermos, Thomas Papadogiannis-Varouchakis, Dimitrios Stamatis, 2015

In: Transnational Dispute Management (TDM) Journal (2015)

LALIVE is 'one of the most effective law firms in Switzerland' and its sizeable team 'works very hard trying to produce the best results for its clients' and 'collaborates well in other jurisdictions'.

Legal 500, Arbitration, 2019

Clients appreciate the team's "deep bench of talent and highly qualified people, which means there is always someone there to jump on to something” and report that the team is "very client-oriented, prompt and at the same time, precise."

Chambers Europe, Dispute Resolution, 2019

Outstanding Swiss firm operating out of Geneva and Zürich with the experience and diversity to compete on a pan-European level. Noted for its prowess in large-scale BIT, investor-state and commercial arbitrations on behalf of states, state-owned companies, private companies and some high net worth individuals. Particularly active in the energy, construction and telecoms sectors, with a strong caseload of ICC and Swiss Rules arbitrations relating to disputes between European and Middle Eastern or North African parties. Well reputed for the numerous prominent arbitrators within its ranks. Expanded its network with the opening of an office in London in September 2018 offering international commercial and investment treaty arbitration expertise.
Clients appreciate that the lawyers" are always at one's disposal and have an unbelievable ability to work through complex matters in the shortest timescale."

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

Acclaimed group of international arbitration experts headquartered in Geneva that expanded its European footprint with the opening of a London office in 2018. Operates a well-regarded investor-state and commercial arbitration practice, with particular expertise in the energy, construction, telecoms and mining sectors. Offers expert guidance to governments, state-owned entities, multinationals and high net worth individuals. Highly rated for its handling of significant disputes in the Middle East, Europe, Asia and South America.
Sources find the firm to be "commercially focused, pragmatic, cost efficient and really quite brilliant in its handling of common law and civil law differences, both substantive and procedural."
Interviewees particularly highlight the team's "impressive performance" as well as its "availability and dynamism," and "ability to quickly understand all the parameters of a case."

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

Acclaimed group of international arbitration experts headquartered in Geneva. Operates a well-regarded investor-state and commercial arbitration practice, with particular expertise in the energy, construction, telecoms and mining sectors. Highly rated for its handling of significant disputes in the Middle East, Europe, Asia and South America. One interviewee was particularly impressed by "the phenomenal amount of work they do" and reported: "They leave no stone unturned and miss nothing, it is quite phenomenal. They're also extremely conscientious about keeping you in the loop. They forge a personal connection with you, which is very reassuring." Sources appreciate the team's efficiency, noting: "Their performance has been extraordinary. They were able to analyse a complex case within a short timeframe, and they had the skills to communicate in the different languages required for our case."

Chambers Global, Global-wide, Arbitration, 2018

Outstanding Swiss firm operating out of Geneva and Zürich with the experience and diversity to compete on a pan-European level. Noted for its prowess in large-scale BIT, investor-state and commercial arbitrations on behalf of states, state-owned companies, private companies and some high net worth individuals. (...) Well reputed for the numerous prominent arbitrators within its ranks. Clients appreciate that the lawyers "look at alternative strategies and objectively challenge them," noting: "They take the time to understand the case and they listen in order to develop an effective strategy.""They are well connected to other jurisdictions and are ready to provide expertise in terms of local firms that they can vouch for".

Chambers Global, Europe-wide, Arbitration, 2018

"Top-drawer multi-disciplinary team that benefits from offices in Geneva, Zürich and Doha. Standout expertise in banking, energy, asset recovery and white-collar crime disputes. Advises on litigation but is best known for a focus on arbitration, where it acts for sovereign entities and companies. Additional expertise in high-profile investor-state disputes. Possesses particular knowledge of representing clients from the MENA region." One client praises the team's "dedication, expertise and responsiveness". One client states that LALIVE "were more creative and came up with better ideas than the other firm we worked with."

Chambers Europe, Dispute Resolution, 2017

Lalive is ‘a clear market leader’ when it comes to international commercial and investment arbitration.

Legal 500, Switzerland, Dispute resolution: Arbitration, 2017

Outstanding Swiss firm operating out of Geneva and Zürich with the experience and diversity to compete on a pan-European level, acting on disputes throughout the continent. Noted for its prowess in large-scale BIT, investor-state and commercial arbitrations on behalf of sovereign entities, governments and state-owned companies, as well as multinational clients. Particularly active in the energy, construction and telecoms sectors, with an increasing presence in finance and post-M&A disputes. Widely recognised and praised for the numerous prominent arbitrators within its ranks. Commentators describe Lalive as "a high-quality firm in European international arbitration," "a class outfit with a reach that goes beyond Switzerland." One client states: "I was blown away," adding: "It seemed like an exceptional level of commitment." The client goes on to say of the lawyers: "They are creative, smart and everybody makes a contribution."

Chambers Global, Arbitration (International) Europe-wide (Band 2), 2017

Switzerland-based arbitration boutique that operates internationally on high profile cases. Experienced handling disputes in a variety of industry sectors, such as life sciences, hospitality, energy and construction. Regularly acts for states in investor-state disputes. Clients note the team's "exceptional level of commitment."

Chambers Global, Arbitration (International) Global-wide (Band 4), 2017

Switzerland-headquartered boutique active on a raft of investment treaty disputes. Formidable track record advising both states and investors in a broad range of sectors. Significant knowledge of UNCITRAL and ICSID proceedings.

Chambers Global 2016, Public International Law

“Response times were always excellent, business acumen beyond doubt and industry knowledge is outstanding.” The fact that the partners involved were themselves experienced arbitrators “added enormously to the competence of the team they put together.” (...) A client praises the “excellent” performance of the firm, in particular the “timeliness, clarity and quality” of its written submissions. “They are very thorough in the approach, covering all aspects of the matter, not just legal. Lalive is able to provide the complete package“.

GAR, 2016

"Outstanding Swiss firm with the experience and diversity to compete on a pan-European level. Operates out of Geneva and Zürich, handling large-scale BIT and commercial arbitrations on behalf of states and multinational clients. Particularly active in the energy, construction and telecoms sectors and, increasingly, in finance and post-M&A corporate disputes. Widely recognised for the numerous prominent arbitrators within its ranks.
"A very diversified team with lawyers who have been educated in different jurisdictions. I think this firm stands out even compared to some British and American competitors."
"The firm has a line-up of star arbitrators unmatched by anybody."

Chambers Global, Arbitration (International) Europe-wide (Band 2), 2016

1st non-global firm, 10th worldwide

GAR, 2016

Predominantly recognised for its noteworthy investment arbitration practice. Also advises on treaty interpretation, sovereign immunity, and Law of the Sea. Regularly appear in front of international courts and tribunals including ICSID and the ICJ.
"Fantastic firm with a great great reputation."

Chambers Global, Public International Law (Band 4) - Global-wide, 2015

International law firm based in Geneva and Zürich with an arbitration practice to rival many of its bigger competitors. Internationally oriented lawyers are qualified in several jurisdictions and represent clients in high-value investor-state and commercial arbitrations.
"Everyone I have come across from the firm is fantastic."

Chambers Global, Arbitration (International) (Band 2), Europe-wide, 2015

Punches above its weight for cross-border arbitration, with bases in Geneva and Zürich and an associate office in Doha. Handles both investment and commercial disputes, with particular expertise in the energy, TMT and life sciences sectors.
"A strong and diverse practice across investment treaty and commercial arbitration."

Chambers Global, Arbitration (International) (Band 5), Global-wide, 2015

The deepest international arbitration bench in Switzerland. The firm is a really credible investment.

Chambers Europe, Switzerland, Dispute Resolution, 2014

The firm's name - and huge reputation in the field - has everything to do with Pierre Lalive, who was described (..) as 'the grand old man of Swiss arbitration'. (...)Nowadays, the firmcontinues to rule the roost in Switzerland, with arguably the largest team of full-time arbitration specialists of any Swiss firm.

Global Arbitration Review - GAR30, 2013, 1st non-global firm, ranked 16th worldwide

The group is one of the most experienced offerings in the European market and remains a go-to outfit for highly complex and politicised disputes. (...) Sources say: "Fantastic lawyers; the transparency and timing of work was outstanding.

Chambers Global, Arbitration, Switzerland, 2013, Band 1, 1st non-global firm, top 20 worldwide

Sources say: ‘The partners are always accessible and they respond promptly. The firm is committed and consistently gives sterling performance’.

Chambers Global, Arbitration (International), 2012, Band 1, 8 key individuals

Lalive's strong track record in arbitration, and large, dedicated team make it a hugely popular and successful force in international arbitration. Sources say: 'Lalive is one of the most distinguished names in international arbitration. It is excellent'.

Chambers Europe, Dispute Resolution, 2013, Band 1, Leading Swiss Firm, top 15 in Europe

The firm has a strong pedigree in international arbitration, and punches above its weight in the global market

Chambers Europe, General Business Law: Geneva, 2013

Lalive's 'outstanding' dispute resolution group comprises dedicated arbitration and litigation teams. The eight-partner arbitration team is 'the best of the best' and adopts a 'team-oriented' approach."

Legal 500 EMEA, Switzerland, Dispute Resolution, 2010, Tier 1

International Who’s Who of Commercial Arbitration 2014, 1st non-global firm, 6th worldwide, 15 lawyers

Lalive is recognised both at home and abroad for the quality of its lawyers, and has offices in Geneva and Zurich as well as in Qatar. Ten specialists are recognised in our research, more than any other firm in Switzerland.

Who's Who Legal, Switzerland, Arbitration 2013, leading Swiss firm, 15 lawyers

Within Dispute Resolution, Lalive is a first tier firm. The 'well-structured, communicative and organised' group at Lalive includes dedicated arbitration and litigation teams. Lalive is 'the best arbitration boutique in Switzerland' and the 13-partner team advises a range of public sector clients, states and international organisations.

Who's Who Legal, Switzerland, Arbitration, 2011