The Swiss Arbitration Summit 2026 is a premier conference dedicated to exploring the evolving landscape of international arbitration, particularly in the context of current geopolitical shifts. Organized by Pestalozzi Attorneys at Law, the summit will take place on January 14, 2026, at the InterContinental Hotel in Geneva, Switzerland.
A key highlight of the summit is the panel discussion titled "Geopolitical Shifts and International Arbitration: Navigating Disputes in a Fragmented World." Esteemed speakers, including Áine McCartney (Vice President Legal, Nordex), Christina Marakas Ravndal (Director, Legal Commercial & Litigation, SGS), Shaparak Saleh (Partner, Three Crowns), Moritz Keller (Partner, Clifford Chance), Florian Mohs (Partner, Pestalozzi), and Alexandra Johnson (Partner, Pestalozzi), will provide expert insights on how geopolitical changes—ranging from sanctions to supply chain disruptions and global power realignments—are transforming international arbitration.
The event offers attendees the opportunity to engage with leading practitioners and experts in the field, fostering discussions on emerging challenges and strategies in arbitration. The session is scheduled from 12:30 to 14:00 in the Benelux-Londres meeting room at the InterContinental Hotel Geneva.
Legal professionals, arbitrators, corporate counsel, and academics involved in international arbitration are encouraged to attend to gain valuable perspectives on navigating disputes in today's complex geopolitical environment.
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Speakers(27)
Alexandra Johnson
Partner at Pestalozzi Attorneys at Law
Alexandra Johnson is a Partner at Pestalozzi Attorneys at Law, focusing on international arbitration.
Andreas Schregenberger
Founding Partner at Schregenberger Law
Andreas Schregenberger is the founding partner of Schregenberger Law, with extensive experience in international arbitration.
Anne-Carole Cremades
Partner at Schellenberg Wittmer
Anne-Carole Cremades is a partner at Schellenberg Wittmer, co-hosting the Swiss Arbitration session at PAW 2026.
Anya George
Partner at Schellenberg Wittmer
Anya George is a partner at Schellenberg Wittmer, focusing on international arbitration and dispute resolution.
Baptiste Rigaudeau
Lead at Up Law
Baptiste Rigaudeau leads Up Law and co-hosts the Swiss Arbitration session at PAW 2026.
Christina Marakas Ravndal
Director, Legal Commercial & Litigation at SGS
Christina Marakas Ravndal is the Director of Legal Commercial & Litigation at SGS, managing legal commercial matters and litigation.
Christopher Boog
Partner & President of the Arbitration Court at Schellenberg Wittmer & Swiss Arbitration Centre
Christopher Boog is a partner at Schellenberg Wittmer and serves as the President of the Arbitration Court at the Swiss Arbitration Centre.
David W. Wilson
Partner at Schellenberg Wittmer
David W. Wilson is a partner at Schellenberg Wittmer, focusing on international arbitration and commercial litigation.
Dr. Christian W. Konrad
Managing Partner at Konrad Partners
Dr. Christian W. Konrad is the managing partner of Konrad Partners, specializing in international arbitration and investment disputes.
Florian Mohs
Partner at Pestalozzi Attorneys at Law
Florian Mohs is a Partner at Pestalozzi Attorneys at Law, specializing in litigation and arbitration.
Gisela Knuts
President at Finnish Arbitration Association
Gisela Knuts is the President of the Finnish Arbitration Association, with extensive experience in international arbitration.
Julien Fouret
Partner at HFW
Julien Fouret is a partner at HFW, focusing on international arbitration and dispute resolution.
Laura Fadlallah
Partner at Bredin Prat
Laura Fadlallah is a partner at Bredin Prat, specializing in international arbitration.
Matej Pardo
Head of Operations at LITFIN
Matej Pardo is the Head of Operations at LITFIN, focusing on litigation funding and dispute resolution.
Melissa Magliana
Partner at LALIVE
Melissa Magliana is a partner at LALIVE, specializing in international arbitration and dispute resolution.
Moritz Keller
Partner at Clifford Chance
Moritz Keller is a Partner at Clifford Chance, focusing on dispute resolution and arbitration.
Nadja Al Kanawati
Counsel at WilmerHale
Nadja Al Kanawati is a counsel at WilmerHale, co-chairing the ASA below 40 & Friends Seminar at the Swiss Arbitration Summit 2026.
Natalia Petrik
Partner at Westerberg & Partners
Natalia Petrik is a partner at Westerberg & Partners, focusing on international arbitration and dispute resolution.
Nils von Hinten-Reed
Head of Competition Economics EMEA at Alvarez & Marsal
Nils von Hinten-Reed is the Head of Competition Economics EMEA at Alvarez & Marsal, specializing in economic analysis in disputes.
Olivia Furter
Co-Head of Switzerland, France & Benelux at Nivalion
Olivia Furter is the Co-Head of Switzerland, France & Benelux at Nivalion, specializing in dispute financing.
Rodrigo Carè
Partner at Galadari Advocates & Legal Consultants
Rodrigo Carè is a partner at Galadari Advocates & Legal Consultants, focusing on international arbitration and dispute resolution.
Rohit Singhal
CEO at Masin
Rohit Singhal is the CEO of Masin, providing expert services in construction disputes and arbitration.
Shaparak Saleh
Partner at Three Crowns
Shaparak Saleh is a Partner at Three Crowns, specializing in international arbitration.
Simon Leimbacher
VP & Associate General Counsel & Head of Legal EMEA at Jet Aviation
Simon Leimbacher is the VP & Associate General Counsel & Head of Legal EMEA at Jet Aviation, overseeing legal operations across the region.
Sébastien Besson
Partner at LKK Arbitration
Sébastien Besson is a partner at LKK Arbitration, specializing in international arbitration.
Yusuf Uludag
Legal Counsel at Turkish Petroleum
Yusuf Uludag serves as legal counsel at Turkish Petroleum, specializing in energy sector disputes.
Áine McCartney
Vice President Legal at Nordex
Áine McCartney serves as Vice President Legal at Nordex, overseeing the company's legal affairs.
Event Details
- Date
- January 14, 2026
- Location
- 🇨🇭 Zurich, Switzerland
- InterContinental Hotel Geneva (meeting room Benelux-Londres)
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Legal professionals, arbitrators, corporate counsel, and academics involved in international arbitration.