MIAMI, FL, January 20, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Irene Loreto G. has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Ms. Loreto has established a distinguished career in international arbitration, law and academia, marked by her expertise and resilience across multiple countries and legal systems. Since 2009, she has served as an independent arbitrator, providing critical guidance in resolving complex commercial disputes between parties from different jurisdictions. In this capacity, Ms. Loreto acts as an arbitrator of the procedure, an expert of the procedure and a lawyer representing parties involved in arbitration. Her responsibilities also include serving as a judge on public matters, or as an expert called upon for legal opinions in various countries. She is frequently engaged to provide specialized counsel to parties navigating international arbitration, often involving intricate cross-border contracts and treaties.

Before working in the U.S., Ms. Loreto was a judge in her native country of Venezuela, where she presided over significant legal matters, specializing in government contracts across the oil, gas, and public services sectors, and contributed to the development of jurisprudence within the country's judicial system. Her tenure as a judge was complemented by her academic appointment as a professor at one of Venezuela's leading universities. There, Ms. Loreto taught constitutional law and administrative law, shaping future generations of legal professionals through rigorous instruction and mentorship.

Ms. Loreto's professional journey is further distinguished by her work with an Venezuelan law firm, where she represented clients in high-stakes cases involving multinational interests. Among her most notable achievements was her representation of an international company pursuing gold mining rights in Venezuela's Amazon region. This assignment required extensive travel to remote locations accessible only by helicopter or boat, marking her as the first white female lawyer to practice in that area for many years. Additionally, between 2019 and 2021, Ms. Loreto served as a consultant to several U.S.-based law firms in matters related to safeguarding Venezuelan assets abroad. In connection with the lawful exercise of their professional duties, Venezuelan lawyers involved later faced judicial measures, including deprivation of liberty and asset restrictions, under the regime governing Venezuela at that time.

Possessing a strong academic background, Ms. Loreto earned her law degree in Venezuela, equivalent to a Juris Doctor in the United States, followed by a Master's degree in Administrative Law and a Doctor of Law (Ph.D.) at the Central University of Venezuela. She completed postgraduate studies in Constitutional Law at the University of Salamanca, served as a Visiting Scholar at Columbia University, pursued advanced studies at Harvard Law School, received ICC training in mediation in Paris, and earned an LL.M. in International Arbitration from the University of Miami in 2025.

Throughout her career, Ms. Loreto has maintained active membership in several prominent professional organizations, including the Caracas Bar Association, the Venezuelan Arbitration Association, the Venezuelan Association of Administrative Law, the International Arbitration Society and the Latin American Arbitration Society. These affiliations reflect her commitment to advancing best practices and fostering collaboration within the global legal community.

Ms. Loreto's passion for law is evident not only through her professional accomplishments but also through her dedication to mentoring and teaching colleagues and students online and at universities. She has authored numerous editorials and books on constitutional history and legislation, contributing significantly to scholarly discourse in her field.

In recognition of her contributions, Ms. Loreto has received several prestigious honors, including awards from the Venezuelan Bar Association and the Caracas Bar Association for her professional excellence. The Academy of History also recognized her work on constitutional history and its impact on legislative development in Latin America. Additionally, Ms. Loreto was honored by the Municipality of El Hatillo, Caracas, for her role as a resilient and committed woman, reflecting her dedication to justice, service to others, and advocacy. She attributes her success to an enduring passion for justice, persistence, and a commitment to applying comprehensive knowledge with perspective to every endeavor she undertakes.

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