Our Expertise

FARLEGAL is specialized in complex cross-border civil litigation. Based in Geneva, our law firm is well-equipped to handle disputes where one or both parties are situated abroad, as well as cases seated in foreign jurisdictions but governed by Swiss law.

We represent clients at every stage of the Swiss civil litigation process, from initiating claims to conducting evidentiary hearings. Our commitment to excellence in advocacy, both written and oral, ensures our clients receive strong and compelling representation.

FARLEGAL has a proven track record in securing court-issued interim remedies and provisional measures under Article 261 of the Swiss Code of Civil Procedure, including urgent “superprovisional measures” (mesures superprovisionnelles) when necessary.

Our firm frequently manages cases with international dimensions, giving us specific expertise in questions of jurisdiction and applicable law. In addition to in-depth knowledge of private international law instruments such as the Swiss Private International Law Act (PILA) and the Lugano Convention, FARLEGAL also leverages expertise in English law to deliver a comprehensive approach to cross-border disputes.

Our Strength

Former U.S. Big-Law Litigator as your Geneva Civil Litigation Attorney

Founder Shayan Farhad is a true litigator who has built her foundations at prestigious US law firms, She worked directly under some of the sharpest litigators whom she was privileged to have as mentors.

Rigor, efficiency, diligence, fairness, and creativity are some of the key traits that define her work ethic.

As a dual-qualified attorney in both civil and common law jurisdictions, Shayan Farhad has a unique approach to the law and possesses the ability to tackle the most complex legal issues spanning multiple disciplines. Her calm and collected demeanor, even under the most difficult circumstances, means that she never loses sight of what is at stake and she ensures that she is always a few steps ahead of her opponents.

Her expert knowledge of both substantive Swiss civil law and Swiss civil procedure allows her to provide strategic advice and sharp representation to her clients. Well-versed in litigating the most complex cross-border matters, multi-jurisdictional disputes are second nature to Shayan Farhad. This proves particularly relevant in an international jurisdiction such as Geneva.

Given Shayan Farhad's dual-qualification, clients gain access to an English-qualified lawyer for those cases where the governing law is English law. That is particularly true in commercial disputes. Given FARLEGAL's capability and expertise in English law, clients do not need to retain separate counsel and benefit from a comprehensive representation.

Our Focus

We represent both domestic and international individuals and legal entities, either as plaintiffs or defendants.

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