Languages: French, English, German
Professional Affiliations: Swiss Bar Association (SBA), Geneva Bar Association, Association of SBA Specialist Lawyers in Civil Liability and Insurance Law, PEOPIL (Pan-European Organisation of Personal Injury Lawyers)

About Eric

Eric Maugué is a Partner at Waeber Avocats and a Swiss Bar Association (SBA) Specialist in Civil Liability and Insurance Law. With more than 25 years of experience, Eric is recognised as a leading authority in civil liability, insurance disputes, and pension law, representing clients in complex litigation and advisory matters across Geneva and beyond. His expertise extends to both social and private insurance, road traffic law, labour and public service law, and pension fund issues, making him a trusted advisor to both individuals and institutions.

Preferred Practice Areas

• Civil liability
• Social and private insurance law
• Pension funds
• Labour and public service law
• Road traffic law

Additional Expertise

• Advising public bodies
• Medical and health law
• Administrative law
• Contract law
• Representation in civil, criminal, and administrative proceedings

Professional Experience

• Partner, Waeber Avocats (since 2011)
• Partner, Eric Maugué & Monica Bertholet (2002–2010)
• Associate, various Geneva law firms (1996–2001)
• Trainee lawyer, Geneva (1993–1995)
• Legal advisor, Federal Office of Justice – European Law Section (1990–1992)

Other Roles & Public Service

• Councillor, Municipality of Lancy, Canton of Geneva (2015–2020)
• Substitute Judge, Geneva Court of Justice (2001–2012)
• Member, Geneva Bar Examination Commission (2006–2012)
• Associate Judge, LDTR Cantonal Appeal Commission (2003–2012)
• Committee Member, Bateau Genève Association (since 2015)
• Committee Member, Réalise Association (2001–2012)

Training & Qualifications

• SBA Specialist in Civil Liability & Insurance Law (2008)
• Admitted to the Geneva Bar (1995)
• Master’s in European Studies, London School of Economics (1989)

Why He’s Different

Eric’s career is marked not only by legal expertise but also by a strong record of public service. He has held judicial and municipal roles, contributed to professional legal education, and advised community organisations. This breadth of experience makes him both a strategic litigator and a pragmatic advisor, with an ability to navigate legal, regulatory, and social complexities with clarity and precision.