​
Counsel and Legal Adviser
​
As an international lawyer, Edgardo has provided legal counselling and assistance in several inter-state cases before the International Court of Justice on issues concerning state responsibility, use of force, land and maritime boundary delimitation, law of the sea, international water law, the law of treaties, right to self-determination and environmental law. In addition, Edgardo assists States in the mediation and conciliation of disputes, and in negotiation of agreements with other States.
He maintains an active advisory practice, expertly assessing risks and opportunities in matters of public international law. Edgardo is dedicated to understanding each client's immediate and long-term challenges, providing personalized, one-on-one service.
​
Case Management
​​
Through his boutique law firm, Edgardo assembles bespoke legal teams meticulously tailored to each client's specific needs, ensuring the delivery of strategic solutions aligned with the unique requirements of every case. This approach guarantees precise, goal-oriented outcomes, enabling his clients to judiciously manage their resources while maximizing their prospects for a successful resolution.
​
With a background as a former senior diplomat and legal advisor, Edgardo brings exceptional expertise in coordinating and managing high-caliber legal teams. For over fifteen years, he has led international lawyers and experts of the highest caliber through complex proceedings before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and in various technical-legal matters.
​
Edgardo skillfully manages all workstreams and activities, fostering seamless collaboration and cohesion throughout every stage of the case. He oversees the careful selection of top-tier legal professionals, guiding the development of robust litigation strategies to ensure the highest-quality legal representation in each matter.
​
His extensive experience includes the coordination of over 30 written proceedings (such as Applications, Memorials, Counter-Memorials, Replies, Rejoinders, and Preliminary Objections), the organization of more than 12 oral hearings, and active involvement in the implementation of over 12 Judgments and Orders issued by the ICJ.
​