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Our main office is located in Geneva, one of the largest commodity trading hubs in the world. We also have offices in Kyiv, London, Nicosia, Taipei and Tbilisi.

Head office
+41 (0) 22 548 1748 Cours de Rive 4, 1204, Geneva, Switzerland

GLOBAL DISPUTES

International Dispute Resolution

We act as international arbitration and cross-border litigation lawyers in high-value commercial and investment disputes. We have extensive experience in Swiss and Ukrainian white-collar criminal matters and committal to prison proceedings before English Courts.

INDUSTRY FOCUS

Energy, Commodities, Shipping & International Trade

We represent energy companies, grain traders, shipping operators and international commodities businesses in complex oil and gas disputes, GAFTA and FOSFA arbitrations, maritime claims and sanctions-related international trade litigation.

GLOBAL REACH

Multi-Jurisdictional Coverage

Our lawyers are admitted to practice in England & Wales, New-York, Switzerland, DIFC (Dubai), AIFC (Kazakhstan), Cyprus, Georgia and Ukraine, and we have an extensive network of counsel in other jurisdictions to deal with the most complex disputes international disputes.

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Our Practice

We specialise in international dispute resolution, with a focus on disputes in international trade, shipping and commerce. We also regularly represent clients in investment and commercial arbitrations.

Shipping

Shipping

We deal with all types of charter party and bill of lading disputes. We deal with vessel registration. Learn more
International Trade

International Trade

We advise on all legal aspects of international commodity trading and represent clients in litigation and arbitration proceedings in this area. Learn more
Swiss Litigation

Swiss Litigation

We represent clients before all levels of Swiss courts, regulators and prosecutors. We handle commercial disputes, asset freezing, enforcement of foreign judgments, white-collar crime, and provide company set-up and legal support in Switzerland. Learn more
English Litigation

English Litigation

Our London Office is authorised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. We run complex multi-jurisdictional disputes in English Courts. Our work has generated multiple reported precedents in the English legal system. Learn more
Cypriot Litigation

Cypriot Litigation

We represent clients before all levels of Cypriot courts. Based in Nicosia, we handle commercial and shareholder disputes, defamation, asset freezing, insolvency, and multi-jurisdictional fraud matters. Learn more
Ukrainian Litigation

Ukrainian Litigation

We represent clients in all levels of Ukrainian courts in cross-border disputes, foreign judgment recognition, and regulatory matters. Our team includes Ukrainian-qualified advocates led by two former deputy justice ministers. Learn more
Georgian Litigation

Georgian Litigation

We handle disputes in Georgian courts, including commercial, investment, and infrastructure-related cases. We also advise on complex litigation involving international contract frameworks. Learn more
International Commercial Arbitration

International Commercial Arbitration

We represent clients in LCIA, LMAA, ICC, SCAI, SCC and other arbitration proceedings in London, Geneva, Zurich, Stockholm, Parish and other venues. Learn more
Gafta and FOSFA Arbitration

Gafta and FOSFA Arbitration

Our team has extensive experience in soft commodity disputes and has been ranked by Legal 500 and other publications in this area. Learn more
Corporate and M&A

Corporate and M&A

We help set up companies in multiple jurisdictions (UK, Switzerland, Ukraine, Georgia, Cyprus). Learn more
Sanctions & Compliance

Sanctions & Compliance

We advise on sanctions, prepare sanctions and other compliance policies, run sanctions and other KYC checks on clients’ counterparties, potential partners and employees. Learn more
Investment Arbitration

Investment Arbitration

We represent clients in investor-state arbitrations and advise on structuring of investments to obtain coverage by appropriate international investment treaties. Learn more
WTO / Trade Regulation

WTO / Trade Regulation

We represent clients in disputes concerning anti-dumping measures and price undertakings. We advise on all aspects of WTO law. Learn more
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Rankings

Recognised by leading international legal directories for outstanding expertise in dispute resolution, arbitration and cross-border matters.

Locations

Our Offices

Our legal experts are on hand at our offices in the UK, Europe and Asia to help support you and your business.

Geneva, Switzerland
Geneva, Switzerland Cours de Rive 4, 1204
Fortior Law SA
+41 (0) 22 548 1748
Fortior Law (Switzerland) SA.
+41 (0) 22 312 17 48
Kyiv, Ukraine
Kyiv, Ukraine Maidan Nezalezhnosti, 2, 01012
Phone number
+380 67 307 57 08
London, UK
London, UK Chancery House, 53-64 Chancery Lane, London WC2A 1QS. SRA number: 8005637
FORTIOR LAW (UK) LLP
+44 20 8123 8331
New-York, USA
New-York, USA Remote Office
Phone number
+41 22 548 1748
Nicosia, Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus Kyriakou Matsi 16, Eagle House, 8th floor, 1082
Phone number
+357 22 510165
Taipei, Taiwan
Taipei, Taiwan 8F., No. 419, Danan Rd., Shilin Dist., Taipei City 111041, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
Phone number
+886 2 2812 2236
Tbilisi, Georgia
Tbilisi, Georgia 1 Building, St. Leonidze, 2 Galaktion Tabidze St, Tbilisi 0105
Phone number
+995 32 290 00 39
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Arbitration Involving Parties Subject to Sanctions: Key Legal and Practical Issues

Arbitration Involving Parties Subject to Sanctions: Key Legal and Practical Issues

This article examines the key legal and practical aspects of arbitrations involving parties subject to sanctions. Learn more
Case Management Conference in International Arbitration

Case Management Conference in International Arbitration

A practical guide to the case management conference in international arbitration — what it is, why it matters, and how to prepare. Learn more
The Main Shipping Contracts Used in Commodity Trading

The Main Shipping Contracts Used in Commodity Trading

How traders choose between voyage charters, time charters, COAs, bills of lading and sea waybills, and why the right document shapes the whole deal. Learn more
Appeals and Challenges from FOSFA Awards to the High Court after Arbitration Act 2025

Appeals and Challenges from FOSFA Awards to the High Court after Arbitration Act 2025

The article examines the legal grounds and procedural mechanisms for appealing and challenging FOSFA arbitral awards before the English High Court under the Arbitration Act 1996 and the Arbitration Act 2025. Learn more
Commencement of Arbitration

Commencement of Arbitration

The article examines the key legal and procedural requirements for commencing arbitration under international arbitration rules and agreements. Learn more
FOSFA Arbitration

FOSFA Arbitration

In the article we will explain the process and costs of FOSFA arbitration and how to improve your chances of success in this arbitration. Learn more
Laytime and demurrage

Laytime and demurrage

Laytime is time allowed to a vessel for loading and discharge, whereas demurrage is a compensation for failure to load or discharge the vessel within laytime. Learn more
GAFTA Arbitration

GAFTA Arbitration

In this article we will explain how Gafta arbitration works and how much it costs, and how to improve your chances of not only winning, but also recovering money from your debtor. Learn more
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