LAWYER PROFILE

Mauricio París

Latin America 2027

ECIJA

Ranked in 3 practice areas

Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators

Costa Rica

7 years ranked

TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)

Costa Rica

5 years ranked

Dispute Resolution

Costa Rica

10 years ranked

Contributions and articles

1 Articles, Press releases, highlights

About

Provided by ECIJA

Latin America

Practice Areas

Litigation and Arbitration

Technology, Media and Telecommunications

Career

Mauricio París is the lawyer that multinationals and high-profile businesspeople turn to when faced with strategic decisions.

With over 20 years of experience, he is a regional leader in dispute resolution, technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT), advising global companies and business leaders on complex disputes and adapting their operations to a constantly changing digital environment.

He has participated in more than 50 international and domestic arbitrations under ICC, UNCITRAL, and other prestigious institutions' rules, being recognized as one of the most appointed arbitrators in Costa Rica and a member of the ICC International Court of Arbitration in Paris (2024–2027).

In the TMT field, he is a leading expert in data protection, AI, and digital regulation, and a trusted advisor to telecommunications companies, technology platforms, and regulated sectors. He is a member of the CAMTIC Board of Directors and combines his professional practice with a solid academic background as a professor and columnist, consolidating a unique profile at the intersection of law, innovation, and business.

Professional Memberships

- Member of the ICC International Court of Arbitration in Paris (2024–2027)

- Member of the CAMTIC Board of Directors

Education

University of Costa Rica

Law Degree

Universidad Carlos III de Madrid

Master's in Business Legal Advice

UNED (Spain)

Master's in Data Protection

ICC and Instituto de Empresa (Spain)

Advanced Arbitration Programs

Expert in these Jurisdictions

Costa Rica

Industry Sector Expertise

Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT)

Data Protection

Artificial Intelligence

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Latin America

TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology) - Costa Rica

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Frontrunning partner and head of department Mauricio París earns noteworthy praise from market observers for his expertise in data protection. He is frequently consulted by public and private clients in regulatory and contentious cases in data protection and cybersecurity. He is also a pivotal figure in the development of AI legislation in Costa Rica.

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Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators - Costa Rica

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Head of department Mauricio París is recognised as a significant figure in the arbitration field. He is noted for his experience both as legal counsel and as arbitrator in international and domestic arbitrations. He also has expertise in the annulment of arbitral awards.

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Dispute Resolution - Costa Rica

Band 3

Individual Editorial

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

I work directly with Mauricio París, and what clearly sets him apart is his combination of sound judgement, experience and insight into the TMT sector. He not only masters the legal and regulatory aspects but also has a deep understanding of how businesses operate in practice.
TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)Chambers Latin America
Mauricio París is an excellent lawyer and one of the best in Costa Rica in technology matters. He is an impressive expert – highly studious and always at the forefront of developments in the field. He is a prominent figure in the Costa Rican market.
TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)Chambers Latin America
Mauricio París' judgement inspires great confidence, both due to his experience and his personal commitment to each engagement, which clearly sets him apart from his peers.
Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand ArbitratorsChambers Latin America