Elisabeth Zoe Everson Email & Phone Number

Geneva, Switzerland

Working on various mandates focusing on emerging technologies and digital law, including electronic signatures and their implementation, as well as data protection under Swiss and EU law. Interdepartmental collaboration, working regularly with the risk advisory department, consulting department, etc. Leading and partaking in various business development initiatives. In the context of my employment with Deloitte Legal, I have attended the following trainings: - Deloitte… Show more Working on various mandates focusing on emerging technologies and digital law, including electronic signatures and their implementation, as well as data protection under Swiss and EU law. Interdepartmental collaboration, working regularly with the risk advisory department, consulting department, etc. Leading and partaking in various business development initiatives. In the context of my employment with Deloitte Legal, I have attended the following trainings: - Deloitte University EMEA Empower (Paris, 21-24 July 2024);- Deloitte Legal Service Line School (Prague, 17-19 April 2024). Show less

London, England, United Kingdom

Co-moderating and sourcing relevant news and events for the Slack discussion forum alongside Sophie Nappert (3VB), David Earnest (Diamond McCarthy), Eric Chang (Chang Arbitration), Mihaela Apostol and Sean McCarthy; social media marketing and promotion (predominantly taking care of ArbTech's LinkedIn page, but also partly managing the Twitter account); liaising with potential participants as well as speakers for ArbTech events; organizing events, incl. Clubhouse and Zoom events and… Show more Co-moderating and sourcing relevant news and events for the Slack discussion forum alongside Sophie Nappert (3VB), David Earnest (Diamond McCarthy), Eric Chang (Chang Arbitration), Mihaela Apostol and Sean McCarthy; social media marketing and promotion (predominantly taking care of ArbTech's LinkedIn page, but also partly managing the Twitter account); liaising with potential participants as well as speakers for ArbTech events; organizing events, incl. Clubhouse and Zoom events and co-organizing written Q&A sessions; business development. Show less

Geneva, Switzerland

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Acting as co-coach for the team of the Addis Ababa University alongside Stefan Thaler of Taylor Wessing. The coaching was carried out remotely, in close collaboration with Fekadu Petros, an Assistant Professor at Addis Ababa University School of Law.The coaching team was selected and supported by Africa in the Moot (https://www.linkedin.com/company/africa-in-the-moot/).

Preparing blurbs for the Young-OGEMID listserv on breaking developments in the area of international dispute resolution in Europe, with a particular focus on Switzerland and matters involving international arbitration before the Swiss Federal Supreme Court. I also had the opportunity to report on matters such as the EU climate neutrality strategy and the linked legal issues, as well as new developments regarding remote hearings in international commercial arbitration. The listserv is… Show more Preparing blurbs for the Young-OGEMID listserv on breaking developments in the area of international dispute resolution in Europe, with a particular focus on Switzerland and matters involving international arbitration before the Swiss Federal Supreme Court. I also had the opportunity to report on matters such as the EU climate neutrality strategy and the linked legal issues, as well as new developments regarding remote hearings in international commercial arbitration. The listserv is moderated by Professor S. I. Strong from whom the Young-OGEMID Rapporteurs receive feedback. For additional information about the Young-OGEMID, please refer to https://www.transnational-dispute-management.com/young-ogemid/.Following my term as an official Rapporteur, I continue being involved in the listserv as an occasional contributor, especially when it comes to Swiss case law. Show less

London Area, United Kingdom

Organizing weekly informal networking events and talks on Clubhouse, aimed at juniors in international arbitration; developing an initial strategy for the initiative, incl. social media management, marketing, and promotion; recruiting additional moderators and developing partnerships with other existing initiatives; liaising with external speakers.

Geneva Area, Switzerland

Completing a mandatory 18-month traineeship, which is a prerequisite to sitting the Geneva bar. In this context, I was brought to work on a wide range of cases and areas of law, including but not limited to criminal law, family law and corporate mandates. I also assisted multiple clients before the Geneva Adult and Child Welfare Court (Tribunal de protection de l’adulte et de l’enfant), as well as the Geneva First Instance Administrative Court (Tribunal administratif de première… Show more Completing a mandatory 18-month traineeship, which is a prerequisite to sitting the Geneva bar. In this context, I was brought to work on a wide range of cases and areas of law, including but not limited to criminal law, family law and corporate mandates. I also assisted multiple clients before the Geneva Adult and Child Welfare Court (Tribunal de protection de l’adulte et de l’enfant), as well as the Geneva First Instance Administrative Court (Tribunal administratif de première instance) in relation to deportation matters. Moreover, I was involved in advisory activities and assisted with drafting corporate documents for start-ups. Show less

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Acting as coach for the team of the Middlesex University Dubai, composed of six LLB students, alongside Zoya G. Bozhko of Vinson & Elkins LLP, under the aegis of Dr Rim Hamacha. The coaching was done entirely remotely. The tasks included holding weekly team meetings as well as ad hoc one-on-one sessions with drafters of specific parts of the memoranda, organizing practice oral sessions, etc.

Geneva Area, Switzerland

Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Sydney, Australia

During my exchange at the University of Sydney, I partook in the Australian Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (ACICA) internship program, run in conjunction with the Australia Disputes Centre (ADC).Some of the tasks I was brought to carry out included:- Reviewing, proofreading and updating existing rules, namely integrating the AMTAC Rocket Docket procedure features into the AMTAC Arbitration Rules- Creating promotional material, such as explanatory flyers for the… Show more During my exchange at the University of Sydney, I partook in the Australian Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (ACICA) internship program, run in conjunction with the Australia Disputes Centre (ADC).Some of the tasks I was brought to carry out included:- Reviewing, proofreading and updating existing rules, namely integrating the AMTAC Rocket Docket procedure features into the AMTAC Arbitration Rules- Creating promotional material, such as explanatory flyers for the newly launched First Nations' Mediation Panel- Taking board meeting minutes- Assisting with training preparations, e.g. drafting an introductory speech for a domestic arbitration workshop- Drafting a Guide on Cost and Time Efficiency in International Arbitration for the use of ACICA's existing and potential clients; analysing existing tips as put forward by the ICC and other arbitral institutions and law firms active in the field- Drafting a sample Procedural Order #1 to be put up on the website in order to assist ACICA’s clients- Working on the ADC Bulletin, including writing article introductions, blurbs, and proofreadingI received a full-day training on Conflict Resolution and Alternative Dispute Resolution methods. Show less

Geneva Area, Switzerland

In parallel to my university studies, I provided administrative and legal assistance to a private individual active in the intellectual property law sector (scientific patents) on a part-time basis (on average 10-15 hours per week).My main tasks included:- sorting out and classifying both electronic and paper-version files;- preparing Swiss and French tax declarations and supporting documentation;- handling phone calls (diverse administrative matters, medical appointments… Show more In parallel to my university studies, I provided administrative and legal assistance to a private individual active in the intellectual property law sector (scientific patents) on a part-time basis (on average 10-15 hours per week).My main tasks included:- sorting out and classifying both electronic and paper-version files;- preparing Swiss and French tax declarations and supporting documentation;- handling phone calls (diverse administrative matters, medical appointments, etc.); - handling the agenda (verious appointments, conferences, board meetings);- attending conferences and preparing reports (including mainly IP-related events). Show less

Geneva Area, Switzerland

During my time at the University of Geneva, I was involved in the Incoming Exchange (External Relations) AIESEC Team, with a main focus on organising and participating in networking events in order to promote our activities and meet with professionals and companies in Geneva.My main tasks included:- organising and managing a team for different networking events;- ensuring that each member of the department attended at least one networking event during the semester;-… Show more During my time at the University of Geneva, I was involved in the Incoming Exchange (External Relations) AIESEC Team, with a main focus on organising and participating in networking events in order to promote our activities and meet with professionals and companies in Geneva.My main tasks included:- organising and managing a team for different networking events;- ensuring that each member of the department attended at least one networking event during the semester;- preparing networking briefing seminars for the participating members (one hour networking workshop with practical exercises and discussion prompts delivered in Fall 2017 and in Spring 2018 as an alumna);- managing an ongoing partnership with the CCIG (Chambre de commerce, d'industrie et des services de Genève). I was elected the Most Progressive Member in Fall 2017 for my work for the Incoming Exchange Team. Show less

Geneva Area, Switzerland

During my time at the University of Geneva, I was involved in the Outgoing Exchange AIESEC Team, with a main focus on the professional internships and start-up opportunities.Main tasks include:- liaising with students who wish to go abroad on an internship with AIESEC;- assisting students with their CVs and motivation letters; - helping students with the strategy to adopt when applying via the AIESEC Opportunities Portal;- conducting mock interviews with students via… Show more During my time at the University of Geneva, I was involved in the Outgoing Exchange AIESEC Team, with a main focus on the professional internships and start-up opportunities.Main tasks include:- liaising with students who wish to go abroad on an internship with AIESEC;- assisting students with their CVs and motivation letters; - helping students with the strategy to adopt when applying via the AIESEC Opportunities Portal;- conducting mock interviews with students via Skype.As part of my AIESEC experience, I attended an international "Train the Trainer" conference and received a facilitator training. This included public speaking workshops, seminars on organising and delivering a session, theoretical knowledge such as the attention curve and how to tackle it when planning a session, amongst other topics. The conference was held in Fribourg, 17-19 February 2017.I was elected the Most Effective Member in Spring 2017 for my work for the Outgoing Exchange Team. Show less

Geneva Area, Switzerland

In parallel to my university studies, I assisted the NGO in adopting an internal policy respecting Swiss labor law, but also focusing on ensuring gender equality, integration of people with disabilities and child protection. The sources I analysed and perused in this context included not only Swiss law, but also, by way of inspiration, European Union law and United States of America law (mainly the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990). Moreover, I looked into international law standards and… Show more In parallel to my university studies, I assisted the NGO in adopting an internal policy respecting Swiss labor law, but also focusing on ensuring gender equality, integration of people with disabilities and child protection. The sources I analysed and perused in this context included not only Swiss law, but also, by way of inspiration, European Union law and United States of America law (mainly the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990). Moreover, I looked into international law standards and best practices. Aside from research, I was asked to deliver a one-hour presentation to two foreign lawyers on the work and internal organisation of Docip. As part of the internship, I participated and assisted with a training Docip organised for two indigenous peoples groups. In this context, I received a training on the United Nations system.A letter of recommendation from my direct supervisor is available upon request. Show less

Qualified Lawyer Transfer Scheme (Qualifying As A Solicitor Of England And Wales), Law

"The Qualified Lawyers Transfer Scheme (QLTS) provides an opportunity for lawyers from various countries around the world to qualify.

Oxford Blockchain Strategy Programme, 81%

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Ecole D'Avocature (Certificate Of Advanced Studies In Legal Professions), Law

Master'S Degree, Law

Activities and Societies: Sydney University Law Society, Career Development Program, University of Sydney Toastmasters As a member.

Master'S Degree, Law

Activities and Societies: 25th Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot, AIESEC Master thesis: Participation in the 25th.

Summer School Programme, Internet Law

"Topics that will be covered include cybersecurity, consumer protection, legal issues of social media, Internet and telecom.

Certificate In Transnational Law, Transnational And International Law, 5.35

"The CTL is a one- or two-semester program (30 ECTS) that provides students with a chance to specialize, early in their career.

Bachelor’S Degree, Law, 5.05

Activities and Societies: CODAP, Amnesty International UNIGE, AIESEC, Lawbility Program Bachelor's thesis: "L'entreprise d'un époux et les.

High School, Major: Music / Minor: Geography, 5.30

Activities and Societies: Choir, various music bands Maturité fédérale suisse (BAC)