Atty. Claudio D. Salas

Atty. Claudio D. Salas

Claudio Salas represents clients in diverse industries in international commercial and investment treaty arbitrations conducted in venues throughout the world under a variety of arbitral rules, including those of the ICC, LCIA, ICDR, ICSID and UNCITRAL. He also represents clients in international litigation in US federal district and appellate courts, and in FCPA and other government investigations.

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Profile Summary

About Claudio D. Salas at a glance

Claudio D. Salas is a adr and international attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at Yale University (J.D., 2004) and University of Puerto Rico (MA, 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — International Arbitration - Commercial (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Claudio Salas represents clients in diverse industries in international commercial and investment treaty arbitrations conducted in venues throughout the world under a variety of arbitral rules, including those of the ICC, LCIA, ICDR, ICSID and UNCITRAL
  • He also represents clients in international litigation in US federal district and appellate courts, and in FCPA and other government investigations
  • A native Spanish speaker, he frequently handles matters originating in Latin America

Practice Areas Explained

Claudio D. Salas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Claudio D. Salas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Claudio D. Salas

Where is Claudio D. Salas's law office located?
Claudio D. Salas's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Claudio D. Salas handle?
Claudio D. Salas focuses on adr, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Claudio D. Salas go to law school?
Claudio D. Salas earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (MA, 1998); (BA, 1995).
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What awards or recognition has Claudio D. Salas received?
Claudio D. Salas's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — International Arbitration - Commercial.

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 2004
MA
University of Puerto Rico
- 1998
BA
Middlebury College
- 1995

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — International Arbitration - Commercial
- 2026

Bar Admissions

New York, New York State Bar Association

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