Paolo Di Rosa

Ranked in 4 Practice Areas

Band 1

Arbitration (International)

Latin America - International Counsel

4 Years Ranked

Band 2

International Arbitration: Counsel

USA

4 Years Ranked

Band 3

Arbitration (International)

Global Market Leaders

5 Years Ranked

Foreign Expert

International Arbitration

USA

12 Years Ranked

Ranked in Guides

USA 2024

Latin America 2025

About

Provided by Paolo Di Rosa

Global

Practice Areas

Washington DC-based partner Paolo Di Rosa heads the firm's global International Arbitration group. His practice centers on the representation of sovereign states and private sector companies worldwide in international arbitration, litigation, and public international law matters, including in particular disputes between investors and States under investment treaties. Although his practice spans all geographic regions of the globe, he has especially extensive experience in legal matters relating to Latin America (acquired both in the private sector and the US federal government), along with a fully bilingual (Spanish/English) and bicultural background.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

Arbitration (International) - Latin America - International Counsel

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Respected partner Paolo Di Rosa co-chairs Arnold & Porter's international arbitration group. He boasts an outstanding reputation for his work defending Latin American sovereigns in headline investment treaty arbitration cases.

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International Arbitration: Counsel - USA

Band 2

Individual Editorial

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

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Arbitration (International) - Global Market Leaders

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Based in Washington, D.C., Paolo Di Rosa maintains a strong arbitration practice, having previously founded and chaired the firm's practice. He is frequently instructed by clients to lead arbitrations which encompass geopolitical elements and is highly respected for his mastery of handling mining-related arbitrations. Paolo's exceptional track record also extends to complex disputes in the energy, banking and finance, oil & gas and media sectors.

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International Arbitration - USA

Foreign expert in Latin America-wide

Individual Editorial

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

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Paolo Di Rosa is good at designing strategies and the overall argument, and he is very effective in cross-examinations. I like that he involves the client in the process.

Arbitration (International) respondent
Chambers Global Guide

Paolo Di Rosa's experience is like no other in investment arbitration. His expertise and knowledge are paramount in understanding how tribunals read and interpret cases.

Arbitration (International) respondent
Chambers Global Guide

"He is an extremely knowledgeable lawyer with an impressive arbitration practice."

International Arbitration: Counsel respondent
Chambers Global Guide

"His reputation precedes him. He is exceedingly knowledgeable, sophisticated and experienced. His dedication to client service and client work is remarkable."

International Arbitration: Counsel respondent
Chambers Global Guide

"He's a phenomenal litigator."

International Arbitration: Counsel respondent
Chambers Global Guide

His experience and knowledge is paramount in understanding how the tribunal reads and interprets the case.

Arbitration (International) respondent
Chambers Global Guide

Paolo Di Rosa is one of the leaders in investment arbitration with strong knowledge and advocacy skills. His presentations during hearings are invaluable.