Christian Koller

Christian Koller is a Professor at the Institute of Civil Procedure Law, Faculty of Law, University of Vienna. He serves as Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Law and Director of the Institute of Civil Procedure Law. His academic work spans civil procedure, international dispute resolution, and interdisciplinary studies in sports history, labor movements, and Swiss politics.

• Deputy Dean, Faculty of Law
• Director, Institute of Civil Procedure Law
• Teaches Civil Procedure Law, International Dispute Resolution, and Sports Law

Koller’s research integrates legal scholarship with historical and sociological perspectives. A key focus is international dispute resolution, particularly commercial arbitration and comparative civil procedure. He also explores the intersection of sports and politics, examining football’s role in Swiss identity and labor movements. His publications analyze strikes, social justice, and the evolution of European legal institutions.

Recent publications highlight his expertise in sports history and political sociology. Articles on football’s international dimensions, Swiss labor strikes, and historical movements demonstrate a cross-disciplinary approach. His work bridges legal theory with empirical studies of societal conflicts and cultural phenomena.

Koller actively mentors students through programs like the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot and Jus Mentoring-Programm. He participates in collaborative seminars with universities in Lausanne and Heidelberg, emphasizing comparative legal research in international contexts.