Anne Véronique Schlaepfer helms the ‘talented’ White & Case S.A. arbitration practice, noted for her representation of EPC contractors in global projects and with experience handling parallel proceedings particularly regarding the IP elements of a construction dispute. More broadly, the team demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the construction, mining and energy sectors, among others, whilst also possessing evident multijurisdictional capacity, covering complex mandates across Europe, the US, China, and the Middle East. Commercial arbitration expert Alexandre Mazuranic and Zelda Hunter, who has recently been engaged by clients to assist with engineering, power and biotech mandates, are other key members of the team.
Testimonials
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‘The team is very strong and dedicated to their work and clients. They have an exceptional level of expertise in various sectors and in every aspect of arbitration.'
'They are always available to their colleagues and clients. ’
‘Anne Véronique Schlaepfer has outstanding skills and a great expertise. Her experience undeniably gives another dimension to the cases. She is an excellent strategist and she always understands the bigger picture which always serves the parties to arbitration proceedings.’
‘Anne Véronique Schlaepfer is a very skilled and experienced arbitration litigator with a sharp and pragmatic approach to the file.’
‘A relatively small but extremely well organized team of legal professionals.'
'They are very competent and entirely focused on getting the best results for their clients. ’
'Very talented lawyers.'
'Zelda Hunter and her colleagues know how to meet their clients expectations by listening to what people have to say, quickly analyzing information and making informed decisions.'
Key clients
- Republic of Mozambique
Work highlights
- Represented the Republic of Mozambique in five Swiss arbitrations in connection with the $2bn multi-forum dispute with Abu Dhabi-based shipbuilder Privinvest, arising from the “Tuna Bond scandal”.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Anne Véronique Schlaepfer