Niuscha Bassiri to speak at a panel discussion on threats against arbitrators, counsel and experts in arbitration proceedings

29 January 2025

Niuscha Bassiri will take part to a panel discussion touching upon "Legal practitioners in the crosshairs: How to deal with the rise of threats against arbitrators, counsel and experts in arbitrations”, hosted by Walder Wyss as part of the Swiss Arbitration Summit 2025.

Over the past decade, intimidation tactics against arbitrators, experts, and lawyers have increased and may take the form of legal challenges as well as civil and criminal threats. This panel will explore this escalating issue and offer practical strategies for professionals to respond effectively and uphold the integrity of arbitration as a dispute resolution process.

Walder Wyss’ event will take place on 29 January 2025 from 3 pm to 4.30 pm CET in Zurich at the Kongresshaus.

Registration is available following this link.

Swiss Arbitration Summit 2025 (swissarbitrationsummit.org)

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