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Wednesday
25 March
2026
10:30 to 12:30
IN PERSON
OPEN
Wednesday 25 March 2026
10:30 to 12:30

Presentation

The choice of the arbitral seat determines not only which courts have authority to hear set-aside applications, but also the scope and degree of judicial review of the arbitral tribunal’s jurisdiction.

In this panel, leading French and Swiss practitioners will compare how courts at each seat approach annulment proceedings, with particular emphasis on post-award control of jurisdiction in both commercial and investment arbitration. The discussion will highlight key differences, recent developments and practical consequences for parties when selecting France or Switzerland as a seat.

Join us for practical insights and takeaways for counsel, in-house lawyers and arbitrators.

This event is kindly sponsored by Schellenberg Wittmer.

Host Speakers

Anne-Carole CREMADES
Counsel
Schellenberg Wittmer
Baptiste RIGAUDEAU
Partner
Lead up Avocats

Guest Speakers

Sébastien BESSON
Partner
Lévy Kaufmann-Kohler
Anya GEORGE
Partner
Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd
Laura FADLALLAH
Partner
Bredin Prat
Julien FOURET
Global Co-Head of International Arbitration, HFW (Paris); Member, International Court of Arbitration of the ICC; Secretary General, Arbitration Academy
HFW

Venue

Hotel Alfred Sommier
20 Rue de l'Arcade
75008 Paris
Information :

Hotel Alfred Sommier is a 5-star luxury hotel in central Paris near La Madeleine, within a restored 19th-century family mansion. Featuring a private, peaceful garden, elegant dining at Les Caryatides, and classic, high-ceilinged rooms with period details, it offers a refined, intimate Parisian experience. The event will take place in the Salon Doré & Bureau d'Alfred, a light breakfast will be served to all participants.

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