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Fortior Law is a boutique practice based in Geneva, Switzerland, focusing on English law mostly in t

22/06/2026

Fortior Law's Shipping Guide series continues with Chapter 3: Who Is Who in a Shipment: Owners, Charterers, Shippers, Receivers, Traders and Banks

A single cargo movement can involve several legal actors at once. The same company may be the seller under the sale contract, charterer under the charterparty, shipper named in the bill of lading and beneficiary under a letter of credit. Getting the identity question wrong at the outset makes the rest of the dispute much harder.

This chapter explains:
• why the owner is not always the carrier;
• how bills of lading, sea waybills and delivery orders allocate rights differently;
• the distinction between shippers, consignees, receivers and lawful holders; and
• why documentary control often matters more than physical possession.

Read the full chapter here: https://fortiorlaw.com/news/who-is-who-in-a-shipment-owners-charterers-shippers-receivers-traders-and-banks/

15/06/2026

We are pleased to present Chapter 4 of our Arbitration Guide.

Receiving a Notice of Arbitration is not a formality that can be safely ignored. The respondent’s first response may determine whether it preserves the right to appoint an arbitrator, raise jurisdictional objections, influence procedural decisions, and effectively protect its position throughout the proceedings.

Failure to respond properly and on time can result in the loss of important procedural rights and, in some cases, an award being rendered based solely on the claimant’s submissions.

In this chapter, we examine the key issues that respondents should consider when preparing a response to a notice of arbitration, including jurisdictional challenges, appointment of arbitrators, procedural strategy, and the essential elements of an effective response.

Read Chapter 4 here: https://fortiorlaw.com/news/how-to-respond-to-a-notice-of-arbitration/.

15/06/2026

We are excited to announce the opening of Fortior Law's new Zurich office! 🇨🇭

Our Zurich presence will be operated by Fortior Law (Switzerland) S.A. The office will specialise in commercial and investment arbitration, litigation before the Commercial Court in Zurich and other state courts in German-speaking Switzerland, white-collar criminal proceedings, and co-counselling on local Swiss issues in support of international arbitration and foreign court proceedings.

We are initially based at Westhive Paradeplatz, Bahnhofstrasse 22, Zurich - right in the heart of Switzerland's financial centre.

This expansion strengthens Fortior Law's ability to serve clients across German-speaking Switzerland alongside our established Geneva head office, and forms part of our continued growth across key jurisdictions worldwide.

Our Zurich team speaks English, French, German, Ukrainian and Russian. In cooperation with our Geneva office, we also work on matters requiring fluency in Arabic.

We look forward to welcoming clients and colleagues to our new home in Zurich.

11/06/2026

Can directors still rely on the corporate veil when allegations of bribery, fraud, or economic crime arise?

The UK's approach to corporate corruption is changing rapidly. Recent reforms, including the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 and the Crime and Policing Act 2026, significantly expand the circumstances in which directors and senior managers may face personal liability.

In our latest article, we explore the growing focus on individual accountability, the widening reach of UK enforcement, and the practical steps directors should take to manage their exposure.

The message is clear: corporate liability is no longer a reliable shield for individual wrongdoing.

Read the full article here: https://fortiorlaw.com/news/actions-against-directors-navigating-the-evolving-landscape-of-personal-liability-for-corporate-corruption/).

04/06/2026

Economic sanctions increasingly shape the landscape of international arbitration. What was once considered a niche issue has become a key factor affecting every stage of a dispute: from contract drafting and payment mechanisms to the conduct of proceedings and enforcement of arbitral awards.

In our latest article, we examine the legal and practical challenges that arise when one or more parties are subject to sanctions.

The article explores:
• sanctions due diligence and contract drafting;
• arbitration clauses and sanctions provisions;
• licensing requirements for arbitrators, counsel and institutions;
• funding and payment restrictions;
• access to justice and anti-arbitration measures;
• enforcement challenges across different jurisdictions.

We also review recent developments in the UK, EU, US and Ukraine, together with practical considerations for businesses and legal practitioners involved in sanctions-related disputes.

Read the full article here: https://fortiorlaw.com/news/arbitration-involving-parties-subject-to-sanctions-key-legal-and-practical-issues/

03/06/2026

Galyna Carey attended the «UK–Switzerland, Two Markets, One Economic Corridor: Finance, Trade, Commodities and Legal Services» event, held at the Swiss Embassy in London.

The discussion focused on the growing economic relationship between the United Kingdom and Switzerland, with particular attention to finance, international trade, commodities, and legal services. The event brought together professionals from across the business and legal sectors to explore opportunities for closer cooperation between the two markets.

As a firm with a presence in Geneva, Zurich, and London, Fortior Law closely follows developments shaping cross-border trade, investment, and dispute resolution between these key financial and commodities hubs.

We are pleased to see our team actively engaging with discussions that are highly relevant to our clients operating across international markets.

27/05/2026

Chapter 3 of Fortior Law’s Arbitration Guide is now available.

Our new chapter explores the role of the Case Management Conference (CMC) in international arbitration - from procedural strategy and document production to bifurcation, hearing arrangements, and procedural orders.

The chapter explains why the CMC is one of the most important stages of arbitration and how effective case management can reduce costs, avoid delays, and shape the outcome of the proceedings.

Read the full chapter here: https://fortiorlaw.com/news/case-management-conference-in-international-arbitration/

25/05/2026

Fortior Law's Shipping Guide series continues with Chapter 2: The Main Shipping Contracts Used in Commodity Trading

A single cargo movement may sit on a stack of contracts - sale, charterparty, bill of lading, insurance and bank documents.

Understanding what commercial job each contract does is the starting point for getting the structure right.

This chapter explains:
• voyage charters, time charters and contracts of affreightment - and when each one fits;
• bills of lading as the document connecting carriage with sale, finance and delivery;
• sea waybills, ship's delivery orders and multimodal transport documents; and
• the four questions that usually decide the right commercial choice.

Read the full chapter here: https://fortiorlaw.com/news/the-main-shipping-contracts-used-in-commodity-trading/

24/05/2026

On 22 May, Galyna Carey delivered a lecture for a group of lawyers from Kazakhstan on the topic “Interim Measures in International Disputes: Freezing Orders and Their Significance for Kazakh Judicial Practice”.

The lecture focused on the role of freezing orders in international commercial disputes, the principles applied by English courts when granting asset preservation measures, and the growing practical relevance of such remedies for cross-border litigation involving Kazakhstan.

The event was held as part of the long-standing collaboration with Global Case, BrKLA and BKS.

We thank all participants for the engaging discussion.

19/05/2026

We are pleased to share Chapter 2 of our Arbitration Guide.

This chapter focuses on one of the most important procedural stages in arbitration: how to properly commence arbitral proceedings and avoid mistakes that may jeopardise the claim from the outset.

The chapter covers:
• the importance of carefully reviewing the arbitration clause and applicable arbitration rules;
• pre-arbitration requirements, including negotiation and mediation clauses;
• procedural issues related to the constitution of the tribunal;
• the role of the seat of arbitration and its legal implications;
• differences between institutional rules such as LCIA and SCC regarding commencement of arbitration;
• the essential elements of a Request or Notice of Arbitration;
• practical considerations concerning deadlines, service, and preservation of procedural rights.

The guide also explains how a properly drafted Notice of Arbitration can help establish the procedural and strategic foundation for the entire case.

A useful practical overview for parties, in-house counsel, and arbitration practitioners dealing with cross-border disputes.

Read the Second Chapter here: https://fortiorlaw.com/news/commencement-of-arbitration/

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