Jonathan C. Hamilton

Ranked in 3 Practice Areas

Band 2

Arbitration (International)

Latin America - International Counsel

5 Years Ranked

Band 3

International Arbitration: Counsel

USA

5 Years Ranked

Foreign Expert

International Arbitration

USA

10 Years Ranked

Ranked in Guides

USA 2025

Latin America 2026

About

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Global

Practice Areas

Jonathan C. Hamilton is a “Hall of Fame” ranked partner and co-chair of International Arbitration with premier law firm Paul Hastings, a top-tier practice that is “a leader in the global dispute resolution landscape.” (Legal 500)

Over more than a quarter of a century, Jonathan has successfully advised on billions of dollars in multinational and multilingual disputes and transactions across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. He has earned a reputation as “a global leader and true pioneer in the field of international arbitration” and as “one of the most respected professionals in the industry.” Clients describe him as “a brilliant strategist and leader,” “a leading figure in the international arbitration sphere,” “famous in the arbitration field” and “an incredibly strategic lead lawyer on complex international cases.” As one guide concludes, “Jonathan needs no introduction, he’s one of the best.” (Legal 500/Chambers/Lexology)

Chambers Review

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Chambers Global Guide

Arbitration (International) - Latin America - International Counsel

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Respected partner Jonathan Hamilton co-heads Paul Hastings' international arbitration practice. He is recognised for his ability to handle major commercial and investor-state mandates across the Latin American region.

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International Arbitration: Counsel - USA

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Jonathan Hamilton is noted for his prowess in Latin America-related matters. His practice is centered on investment treaty arbitrations, and he counts both investors and states among his clients.

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International Arbitration - USA

Foreign expert in Latin America-wide

Individual Editorial

Jonathan Hamilton is noted for his prowess in Latin America-related matters. His practice is centered on investment treaty arbitrations, and he counts both investors and states among his clients.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Jonathan Hamilton knows arbitration inside and out. He's always thinking of all the different angles in a case and is very knowledgeable and extremely capable.

Arbitration (International) respondent
Chambers Global Guide

Jonathan helps you through the toughest situations. He understands the interplay between outside issues and internal dynamics.