Dr. Sarah Hunt

Professor

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Biography

Sarah Hunt is a leading partner at HFW, specializing in International Trade and Shipping law. Based in Geneva, she represents a diverse clientele, including traders, owners, P&I clubs, and banks, providing expert advice on multi-jurisdictional matters involving arbitration and commercial court litigation. Her extensive expertise encompasses a variety of commodities, including bulk commodities, petroleum products, and soft commodities. Sarah has built a reputation for handling complex disputes related to international sanctions and trade finance, especially in light of recent global developments. She successfully litigated the high-profile matter of Taurus v SOMO, where her insights were critical in overturning a Supreme Court decision that shaped jurisdictional rules. Furthermore, she has a proven track record of recovering judgment sums from recalcitrant defendants across difficult jurisdictions. With her proactive approach, Sarah leads a team of lawyers in Geneva, addressing pressing legal issues arising from the global shipping and trading sectors, particularly in relation to sanctions following the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Her commitment to delivering pragmatic and commercially sound advice is evident in her work, where she often tackles complex queries requiring innovative enforcement solutions.

Research Interests

Courses

International Shipping Law Sale of Goods Act

Requirements for University of Fribourg

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:95
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognized university in a related field Minimum 60-90 ECTS in the chosen discipline
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Official transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Motivation letter
  • Language proficiency certificate
  • Copy of passport/ID
Specialization Notes

Requirements apply to English-taught Master programs across SES and Science faculties.