Oliver Knura

Oliver Knura

Mediator
International Panel

Professional Overview

Oliver Knura is a commercial mediator specialising in business to business disputes, commercial contracts, shareholder conflicts and disputes arising from complex business relationships. Drawing on senior leadership experience in the international engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) sector, he helps companies, business owners and commercial partners resolve disputes efficiently while preserving valuable commercial relationships.

A CEDR accredited mediator, Certified Mediator under German Mediation Law and recognised conciliation officer in Germany, Oliver combines commercial insight, contract management expertise and structured negotiation techniques to facilitate practical, business-focused outcomes. He mediates in both English and German and regularly assists parties in domestic and cross border disputes.

Testimonials

“Thank you very much for your advise which proved valuable not only for the immediate communication issue but also offered broader insight.”
“A mediation led by Mr. Knura was characterized by its solution-oriented approach.” 
"The mediation was consistently goal-driven and excellently structured, allowing the disputing parties to reach mutual agreements.”

Experience & Mediation Approach

Oliver Knura specialises in commercial contract disputes, shareholder and partnership conflicts, EPC and construction-related matters, agency and franchise disputes, financial claims and business to business disagreements. He regularly assists companies, business owners, suppliers, consultants and commercial partners in resolving disputes involving contractual obligations, financial risk and ongoing business relationships.

Before establishing his mediation practice, Oliver held senior leadership roles in the international EPC sector, including Director of Procurement and member of a centre management team. His background in project management, contract administration, claims management and supply chain operations provides valuable insight into the commercial realities and pressures that often underpin business disputes.

His mediation experience includes disputes involving construction and engineering projects, shareholder disagreements, supplier and customer contracts, agency and franchise arrangements, real estate developments, leasing agreements, online marketplaces, financial claims and commercial service agreements. He is particularly experienced in helping parties resolve disputes where long-term business relationships and future cooperation remain important.

Clients value Oliver's structured, pragmatic and commercially focused style. He combines interest based negotiation techniques with a clear understanding of business realities, helping parties move beyond entrenched positions and identify practical solutions that support both settlement and future commercial success.

Expertise

  • Commercial & Corporate
  • Banking, Finance & Insurances
  • Construction, Property & Planning
  • Technology, Media & IP
  • International Trade & Competition
  • Industry, Energy & Environment

Languages

  • English
  • German

Publications