Valfor Attorneys-at-law advises local, national, and international sports governing bodies, athletes and officials in specific governance matters, board and congress operations, disputes, election processes, disciplinary and ethics proceedings, anti-doping and competition management. The team is headed by Philippe Vladimir Boss, who has a special focus on integrity issues such as match-fixing and anti-doping, and Despina Mavromati, who has among other work sits as an arbitrator at CAS.
Testimonials
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‘Exceptional commitment to us as a client and a strong focus on finding constructive solutions. Good understanding of complex situations.’
‘The experienced Philippe Vladimir Boss is available, always very calm and reassuring. He is very competent, responsive and has a very caring and empathetic nature.’
‘Access to their pro-bono service is crucial to the success of our organisation aa a client.’
‘I’ve enjoyed the experience of engaging with the Partner, Philippe Vladimir Boss. His ability to simplify complex discussions is helpful whilst ensuring detail is not forgotten. I feel valued as a pro-bono client.’
‘The team has a very strong sports arbitration practice. Being based in Lausanne give additional insight into the sports industry and sports arbitration matters.’
‘Despina Mavromati is a truly market leading lawyer and her knowledge of sports law jurisprudence is exceptionally high.’
Key clients
- International Weightlifting Federation
- International Wheelchair Rugby Federation
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Philippe Vladimir Boss, Despina Mavromati