Ricardo Paredes Castro
Árbitro Independiente
Justice, Ethics and Multidisciplinary Knowledge at the Service of Arbitration
More than 25 years resolving regulatory, administrative, and commercial disputes through a unique combination: elite economic training (Universidad del Pacífico and Harvard Kennedy School) and direct experience in the internal functioning of the Peruvian State, at both national and regional levels.
As an independent arbitrator, I accept appointments that guarantee full independence and impartiality throughout the entire arbitral process, from the hearing stage through the drafting of the award.
EDUCATION
Jan - Mar 2025
Sep - Dec 2024
2005 - 2007
2011
1993 - 1998
UNIVERSIDAD CIENTÍFICA DEL SUR
Law Studies
In progress, semester 5/10
This legal training complements my economic-regulatory profile, strengthening my ability to analyze disputes with full command of the legal framework and prepare rigorous arbitral awards.
PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATÓLICA DEL PERU
Specializations
Administrative Law for Arbitrators
Public Procurement Management
Targeted training in key public arbitration regulations, enabling precise and practical application of the law.
HARVARD UNIVERSITY
John F. Kennedy School of Government
Master in Public Administration in International Development - MPAID
Global perspective on governance and institutional conflict resolution that enriches arbitrations involving state or investment components.
UNIVERSIDAD DEL PACÍFICO
Bachelor’s Degree in Economics (Honors)
Undergraduate Degree in Economics
Strong analytical foundation for assessing real economic impacts in complex disputes.
EXPERIENCE
2018-2023
2024-2029
RENEWED
2019
PRESENT
2012
PRESENT
2007-2012
2000-2005
INDECOPI
President of the Specialized Chamber for the Elimination of Bureaucratic Barriers
Direct resolution of State-Business-Citizen regulatory disputes and elimination of bureaucratic barriers under continuous public scrutiny. I have led the removal of unjustified obstacles, promoting a competitive and equitable market for companies and citizens throughout Peru.
This unique and renewed experience enables me to understand from within how bureaucracy affects business competitiveness and apply that knowledge in regulatory and public procurement arbitration.
ONUDI
National Coordinator GQSP Peru
Management of US$ 4 million and multisectoral mediation in agro-export value chains.
Driving innovation, quality, and sustainability through projects that improved competitiveness in agricultural and innovation sectors such as coffee and cacao.
Consultant in management and public policy, productive development and social management and ProInnovate project evaluation
Improving management and evaluation of public and private projects at national level and across companies of all sizes.
COMEXPERU
Manager of Economic Studies and Business Consulting
Leadership in foreign trade policy and sectoral advocacy in conflict situations, promoting policies that balance regulation and free trade.
MINCETUR
WTO Forum Coordinator and Analyst – Vice Ministry of Foreign Trade,
Coordination of Peru’s participation in the WTO (Doha Round) and negotiation of Financial Services in the Peru–U.S. Free Trade Agreement.
This practical experience in multilateral and bilateral rules, including investment chapters, provides key strategic insight for international trade and investment arbitration.