Alain Chablais

Alain Chablais is a former Swiss government lawyer who represented Switzerland in the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) during a significant climate case. Following the ruling, which found Switzerland lacking in climate action, Chablais transitioned to a judicial role at the ECHR, representing Liechtenstein. His career shift has sparked controversy, given that he defended Switzerland in the case while preparing for his new position. Chablais's journey reflects the complexities of international law and the challenges of climate accountability.