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Tafadzwa Pasipanodya

Arbitrator Attorney
Washington, DC, United States

About

This practitioner focuses on international dispute resolution, representing both sovereign states and private entities in complex cross-border matters. Her background includes extensive work in investment treaty and commercial arbitrations conducted under major institutional rules such as ICSID, UNCITRAL, and the ICC. She has significant experience handling disputes involving natural resources, infrastructure, and sovereign immunity issues.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial International & Cross-Border

Professional Experience

Partner
Foley Hoag LLP

Publications Leadership

  • Contributor to various treatises on international investment law
  • Frequent speaker at global arbitration conferences including IBA and ICCA events
  • Leadership roles within the American Society of International Law
  • Author of articles regarding sovereign immunity and enforcement of arbitral awards

Positioning Takeaways

A distinguished specialist in sovereign-related disputes and investment treaty law with high-level institutional appointments at ICSID and the ICC.

License & Certifications

  • District of Columbia Bar
  • New York State Bar

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)
New York University School of Law
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
University of Oxford
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Princeton University

Distinction

Appointed to the ICSID Panel of Arbitrators and serves as a member of the ICC International Court of Arbitration.

Reputation

She is widely regarded by peers and clients as a highly skilled strategist in public international law and investment disputes, noted for her deep intellectual rigor and effective advocacy.