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Archipel Offices
11 ruelle du Couchant
1207 Geneva
Switzerland
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Switzerland > Dispute resolution: arbitration Tier 4
Focusing on EMEA, the CEE/CIS region and Latin America, Archipel‘s ‘dynamic’ arbitration practice incorporates considerable cross-border expertise to provide arbitration advice in a commercial, sport and investment setting. The team is notably active across commodities, telecoms and engineering sectors, to name a few. Co-lead Guillaume Tattevin is active across a range of cross-border disputes, while fellow co-lead and ‘genuine expert’ Giulio Palermo is regularly retained by clients for mandates involving disputes arising from transnational sales contracts, joint ventures and shareholders’ agreements. Rounding out the team’s leadership is Laurence Ponty, whose strength lies in cross-border disputes as well as asset recovery and enforcement. Panagiotis Kyriakou is also recommended.Practice head(s):
Guillaume Tattevin; Giulio Palermo; Laurence Ponty
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘They are a very dynamic and creative group of top-notch practitioners. They have tailor-made answers and solutions for every questions or need. Archipel delivers effectively and immediately.’
‘They always explain you which are the risks at stake but they don’t shy away from bold suggestions and creative solutions.’
‘Their billing system is extremely accurate and they never pass their estimate budget. Their innovative style is described above.’
‘A relatively young and energetic team. Highly qualified and academic firm with practical ideas.’
‘Empathetic and capable of tailor-made solutions.’
‘Very focused. Great people skills. Knowledgeable and trustworthy.’
‘Giulio is a genuine expert in arbitration and quite multicultural.’
Work highlights
Switzerland > Dispute resolution: litigation Tier 4
‘Dedicated and responsive’ Archipel’s arsenal of experience includes fraud, white-collar crime, asset tracing and cryptocurrency disputes. Guillaume Tattevin, Lezgin Polater and Laurence Ponty jointly lead the team.Practice head(s):
Guillaume Tattevin; Lezgin Polater; Laurence Ponty
Testimonials
‘They are incredibly responsive and knowledgeable.’
‘Stand out partners are Guillaume Tattevin (a formidable intellect) and Lezgin Polater (pragmatic, user friendly).
‘Joanna Didisheim is a very bright and responsive associate – one to watch.’
‘I appreciate their practical and creative approach, as well as the reactivity and dynamics of the team. In particular, I appreciate the team’s constant concerns about the ultimate outcome of the cases, ie enforcement – which is one of Archipel’s areas of expertise.’
‘They not only defend the client’s rights, but develop an efficient strategy throughout the case to always stick to the client’s needs.’
‘One of the main strengths of Archipel is actually to handle both domestic and international elements very well. They have a particularly good understanding of foreign legal concepts and are able to easily translate Swiss law aspects and issues for the benefit of foreign clients.’
‘Dedicated and responsive team.’
‘Guillaume Tattevin is an excellent arbitration lawyer with great experience.’
Key clients
1MDB – Brazen Sky – SRC International (Malaysia) Limited
Orphée SA
Work highlights
Switzerland > Sports law Tier 4
Archipel ‘s ‘excellent team’ handles a wide range of sports-related disputes including disciplinary proceedings, arbitration, compliance with anti-doping rules, and matters concerning player transfers or nationality changes. Practice head Giulio Palermo, who regularly acts as arbitrator at the CAS, is also a member of the Sport Resolutions’ International Panel of Arbitrators and Mediators and an arbitrator of the European Handball Court of Arbitration. As UEFA Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector, he represents UEFA in proceedings before the latter’s internal disciplinary and appeal bodies. Panagiotis Kyriakou regularly works alongside Palermo in advising clients in sports-related commercial matters.Practice head(s):
Giulio Palermo
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Testimonials
‘Excellent team, responsive.’
‘Strong presence on the market knowledgable’
‘Giulio Palermo is a very good arbitrator’
‘The team at Archipel has extensive knowledge in arbitration which they apply to sports matters. They also have an impressive capacity to work at the highest level in several languages.’
‘Giulio Palermo is extremely knowledgeable in arbitration and has an unparalleled experience in several countries, which makes him stand out from his competitors.
‘In addition, Giulio has the gift of ubiquity, as he manages to be present in all key forums, always presenting insightful and top level views on the most recent developments of the sector.’
‘The firm combines commercial and investment arbitration savvy with sports law arbitration.’
‘Giulio Palermo is particularly impressive. He has in depth knowledge of sports arbitration and has particularly expertise in issues of sports integrity.’
Key clients
UEFA
Fédération Comorienne de football
Football Federation of Albania
International Tennis Federation and Kosmos Global Tennis S.L.
Work highlights
- Represented Football Association of Albania and Nedim Bajrami in a CAS dispute over the player’s change of nationality from Switzerland.
- Represented International Tennis Federation and Kosmos Global Tennis S.L. in connection with a request for provisional measures before the CAS in connection with the hosting of the Davis Cup.
Archipel > Firm Profile
Archipel is a boutique international law firm serving domestic and international clients.​
Our core areas of expertise include:​
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- Cross-border litigation, with a focus on enforcement and asset recovery​
- International arbitration​
- International contracts​
From our offices in Paris and Geneva, we operate globally with a particular focus on Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the former Soviet Union (FSU) region. We take pride in our ability to navigate challenging jurisdictions while adhering to the highest standards of integrity, competence and diligence.​
Archipel is a leading market player in enforcement against sovereign assets. Our lawyers coordinate complex cross-border procedures in both civil and common law jurisdictions. They routinely act in landmark cases and contribute to shaping the caselaw in the field. ​
Archipel also plays a leading role in the arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) arena. Archipel’s arbitration team is renowned for its efficient case strategies and cultural awareness, helping clients secure faster and better outcomes.​
Our lawyers also focus on key areas including international contracts and related corporate advice, as well as niche sectors including wine and spirits, sports and life sciences law. ​
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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International Arbitration; International Litigation; Commercial Contracts; Enforcement, Asset Tracing & Recovery; Cross-Border Investment Strategy | Guillaume Tattevin, Partner | gtattevin@archipel.law | +41 (0)22 555 82 20 |
Commercial Contracts; Life Sciences; Corporate Management; Business Ethics, Compliance & Sanctions | Janelise Favre, Partner | jfavre@archipel.law | +41 (0)22 555 82 20 |
International & Domestic Litigation; Corporate Management & Employment; Fraud & White Collar Crime; Enforcement, Asset Tracing & Recovery | Lezgin Polater, Partner | lpolater@archipel.law | +41 (0)22 555 82 20 |
International Arbitration; International Litigation; Sport; Enforcement, Asset Tracing & Recovery | Giulio Parlermo, Partner | gpalermo@archipel.law | +41 (0)22 555 82 20 |
International Arbitration; International Litigation; Enforcement, Asset Tracing & Recovery; Wine & Spirits | Laurence Ponty, Counsel | lponty@archipel.law | +41 (0)22 555 82 20 |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Janelise Favre | Partner | View Profile | |
Giulio Palermo | Partner | View Profile | |
Lezgin Polater | Partner | View Profile | |
Laurence Ponty | Partner | View Profile | |
Guillaume Tattevin | Partner | View Profile |