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Swift, confidential, and definite dispute resolutionsFacing an arbitration dispute in Switzerland, Germany, or Austria can be daunting for a foreign company, with all the potential uncertainties, costs, and time waste.That’s why you need a trusted partner to navigate the complexities of Swiss, German, and Austrian legal landscapes and protect your business interests.At Chlup Legal, we specialize in international arbitration for SMEs. Our experienced team guides you through the process with transparency and dedication, ensuring a smooth and efficient resolution.
Your arbitration lawyer in Switzerland, Germany, and AustriaDr. Richard Chlup founded Chlup Legal Services with a forward-thinking approach, providing personalized legal aid to international companies operating in Switzerland, Germany, and Austria.We believe our clients should be fully aware of all potential outcomes. We strive to achieve the best one and usually succeed at it.With over two decades of legal practice in international arbitration, Dr. Richard Chlup is a member of the Swiss, German, and Zurich Bar Associations and holds a Master’s degree (LL.M.) in International Legal Studies from New York University, along with a Ph.D. He conducted hundreds of cases in LCIA, SCC, ICC, DIS, Swiss Chambers, and the Austrian Arbitration Institute, as well as AAA.
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How does international arbitration really work?
For large corporations, funding international arbitration is straightforward. For SMEs, on the other hand, the costs can seem prohibitive. A single arbitrator in a $100,000 case might cost $20,000, which is comparatively cheap for arbitration but expensive for litigation.
Also, arbitration counsel, accustomed to handling big cases, may not always be sensitive to the financial constraints of medium-sized enterprises.
At Chlup Legal, we understand that you should manage your budget effectively. We are always fully transparent with the costs involved and offer payment options with capped fees and clearly defined steps.
Also, arbitration counsel, accustomed to handling big cases, may not always be sensitive to the financial constraints of medium-sized enterprises.
At Chlup Legal, we understand that you should manage your budget effectively. We are always fully transparent with the costs involved and offer payment options with capped fees and clearly defined steps.
Why choose someone who specializes in small and mid-sized enterprises?
The big brand names are used to working with the big brand names. They can charge you $300,000 for an arbitration and still send their B-team of legal pros to handle your case.
Smaller law offices that specialize in helping SMEs usually do the same work for much, much less - while delivering a superior level of dedication, expertise, and results.
And why did we specialize in helping SMEs? It’s because we love working directly with the people who built their businesses from the ground up, against all odds. It’s just something we can relate to.
Smaller law offices that specialize in helping SMEs usually do the same work for much, much less - while delivering a superior level of dedication, expertise, and results.
And why did we specialize in helping SMEs? It’s because we love working directly with the people who built their businesses from the ground up, against all odds. It’s just something we can relate to.
How costly can international arbitration get?
International arbitration is often the most cost-effective way to settle commercial or legal disputes in Switzerland, Germany, or Austria for foreign SMEs.
That being said, we understand the importance of budget management for your business. Our initial assessment is quick and cost-effective. Our services can include fee caps and the option of fixed fees for some steps to ensure maximum cost-effectiveness.
That being said, we understand the importance of budget management for your business. Our initial assessment is quick and cost-effective. Our services can include fee caps and the option of fixed fees for some steps to ensure maximum cost-effectiveness.
How long does arbitration usually take?
When negotiations fail, businesses can move forward with arbitration. Arbitration generally resolves disputes faster than traditional litigation due to its structured process and no appeals instances.
If you have to battle for enforcement of a legal decision in your “opponent’s” home country, it is better to do it through arbitration.
More and more small and medium-sized businesses choose international arbitration because it can resolve disputes quickly.
If you have to battle for enforcement of a legal decision in your “opponent’s” home country, it is better to do it through arbitration.
More and more small and medium-sized businesses choose international arbitration because it can resolve disputes quickly.
Why you should choose your arbitration counsel carefully?
Once arbitration proceedings have started, changing counsel can be tremendously costly. Your costs can be 50% higher than if you had just one lawyer from the start. With Chlup Legal Services in your corner, you have an experienced and dedicated counsel who understands your needs and provides consistent support throughout the entire process.
How involved does your arbitration lawyer usually get?
Although some law firms prefer a hands-off approach, we are right by your side from consultation to resolution of your challenge.
We stay by your side from consultation to resolution, guiding you through every step. We work closely to understand your goals, assess risks, and prepare you for realistic outcomes.
We stay by your side from consultation to resolution, guiding you through every step. We work closely to understand your goals, assess risks, and prepare you for realistic outcomes.
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