Ana Sofia Pirnia
About Ana Sofia Pirnia
Ana Sofia Pirnia is an Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP, where she has worked since 2019. She co-chairs the R.E.A.L. NextGen initiative, focusing on engaging future leaders in the legal profession, and maintains an active pro bono practice in civil rights and immigration.
Current Role at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
Ana Sofia Pirnia currently serves as an Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she engages in various legal practices, including handling commercial arbitrations before the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and representing clients in investment arbitrations before the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). Her work involves complex legal issues, showcasing her expertise in arbitration and investment law.
Co-chair of R.E.A.L. NextGen Initiative
Ana Sofia Pirnia co-chairs the R.E.A.L. NextGen initiative, which is dedicated to engaging the next generation of leaders within the legal field. This initiative focuses on fostering leadership skills and providing networking opportunities for emerging legal professionals. Through her involvement, she contributes to the development of future leaders in law.
Education and Academic Background
Ana Sofia Pirnia has a robust educational background. She earned her Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Columbia Law School, where she studied from 2016 to 2019. Additionally, she completed a Master of Economic Law at Sciences Po in 2019. Her undergraduate studies were at Tufts University, where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from 2001 to 2005.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current role, Ana Sofia Pirnia accumulated diverse experience in the legal field. She worked as a Legal Assistant at Arnold & Porter from 2010 to 2016 and served as a Summer Associate in 2019. Additionally, she held positions such as Assistant to the President at the Washington Foreign Law Society and Immigration Paralegal at the Tahirih Justice Center. Her early career included a role as Convention Project Assistant at the Baha'i World Centre.
Pro Bono Practice and Focus Areas
Ana Sofia Pirnia maintains an active pro bono practice, concentrating on civil rights and immigration issues. Her commitment to pro bono work reflects her dedication to social justice and advocacy for underrepresented communities. Through her legal expertise, she aims to address critical issues affecting individuals in these areas.