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Arnold & Porter

International Arbitration: The Elite

Global Guide 2026 : USA


Arnold & Porter

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International Arbitration: The Elite - USA

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Arnold & Porter has attained a strong reputation for its representation of sovereign states in high value international arbitration proceedings. The team is also engaged in significant commercial disputes, drawing from a strong group of multilingual practitioners with wide-ranging industry experience. The firm is particularly well regarded for its handling of South and Central America-related disputes, alongside a thriving West Coast practice servicing clients in East Asia.

Work Highlights

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  • The Arnold & Porter represented Sweden in the first-ever investor state arbitration against the state, initiated by the Chinese telecoms company Huawei under the China-Sweden BIT.

Strengths

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  • What distinguishes Arnold & Porter from other firms is their expertise in every aspect of international arbitration. They have both deep knowledge and wide experience to provide the optimal defense.

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  • Arnold & Porter have both a global and a practical approach to arbitration.

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  • The Arnold & Porter team has the ability to adapt to challenges faced when defending states, while also dealing with sophisticated and very complex matters.

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  • Arnold & Porter have the skills and team depth to handle complex matters. They have a very sophisticated and knowledgeable team.

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  • Arnold & Porter has consistently risen to the challenge. They have provided strategic and creative solutions, often innovating to achieve results.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Paolo Di Rosa
    Band 2Paolo Di Rosa

    Paolo Di Rosa

    Paolo Di Rosa has a wealth of experience handling investment treaty arbitrations and is noted for his Latin America expertise.
    • Paolo is extremely hardworking.

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    • Paolo Di Rosa has been excellent in his role.

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  • Band 3Maria Chedid
    Band 3Maria Chedid

    Maria Chedid

    Maria Chedid has an excellent capacity to effectively handle both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.
    • Maria brings experience, professionalism and poise to her work.

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    • Maria stands out as a practical, calm and confident advocate. She has an ability to quickly understand and provide sound advice regarding matters that are unique to our business.

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    • Maria builds strong rapport with clients, offering them not only expert legal counsel but also a sense of trust and reassurance.

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    • Maria is a highly effective and tenacious advocate. Her strategic insight and expert advice have been invaluable. We do not hesitate to trust Maria with our most sensitive and important issues.

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  • Band 3Mélida Hodgson
    Band 3Mélida Hodgson

    Mélida Hodgson

    Mélida Hodgson is held in high regard for her expertise in investor-state arbitration matters and is also experienced in commercial arbitration. She remains a popular choice for governments and state-owned entities, with notable experience in disputes concerning the infrastructure sector. She is also noted for her work as an arbitrator.
    • Melida is very knowledgeable and is a reliable, trusted advocate.

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