Profile

About Tanya Landon

Tanya is recognized as a leader in the field by Chambers, Legal 500 and Lexology / Who’s Who. She is actively engaged in the arbitration community, contributing to thought leadership and institutional initiatives shaping developments in the field. Passionate about education and mentorship, Tanya has taught advocacy skills for more than a decade and is committed to supporting the next generation of arbitration practitioners.

Background

Education

McGill University – LL.B / B.C.L – 2004 Columbia University – B.A. – 1998

Nationality

Canada; France

Bar Admission

New York

Languages

Bilingual: English and French

Professional Experience

Sept. 2025 - Present

Landon Arbitration
Independent Arbitrator

Geneva, Paris

Oct. 2010 -
Aug. 2025

Sidley Austin LLP
Partner (since 2014), Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy Group

Geneva

Nov. 2005 -
Sept. 2010

Winston & Strawn LLP
Associate, International Arbitration Group

Geneva

Mar. 1999 –
Aug. 2001

Shearman & Sterling LLP
Paralegal, Paralegal Coordinator, International Arbitration and Corporate Finance Groups

Paris

Bridging legal and cultural diversity

Originally from Toronto, Canada, and having lived and worked for many years in Europe, Tanya is adept at navigating the cultural and legal diversity inherent in international arbitration. Her international background equips her with a nuanced understanding of global disputes and the diverse expectations of parties.

Professional Activities & Affiliations

Fellow, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators

Member, Arbitration Court, Swiss Arbitration Centre

Lecturer, Masters in International Dispute Settlement (MIDS), Geneva

Member, ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR

Member, Executive Committee, Foundation for International Arbitration Advocacy (FIAA)

Member, ASA, LCIA, ICC Canada, Arbitral Women