Ana C. Reyes

Ana C. Reyes is a Visiting Clinical Lecturer in Law at Yale Law School and Co-Chair of the International Litigation practice group at Williams & Connolly LLP, where she serves on the Executive Committee. She specializes in complex litigation and international arbitration, representing clients across North and South America, Europe, and Africa. Her pro bono work focuses on asylum advocacy for refugees and refugee organizations in the U.S. She is admitted to practice in the U.S., and is listed on the Roll of Solicitors in England and Wales.

Reyes earned her J.D. from Harvard Law School (magna cum laude, 2000), an M.A. from Johns Hopkins University (with distinction, 2014), and a B.A. from Transylvania University (summa cum laude, 1996).

Her research and practice emphasize cross-border legal disputes, international arbitration mechanisms, and human rights advocacy. She has advised multinational corporations, foreign governments, and international organizations on litigation strategies.

• Awards:
  • Woman Lawyer of the Year (D.C. Women’s Bar Association, 2017)
  • Outstanding Women Lawyers (National Law Journal, 2015)
  • Top 40 Minority Lawyers Under 40 (2011)
• Professional Affiliations:
  • Executive Committee Member, Williams & Connolly LLP
  • Co-Chair, International Litigation Practice Group

Her pro bono contributions include representing asylum seekers and advocating for refugee rights, reflecting her commitment to social justice. Reyes’ work bridges legal theory and practice through clinical teaching at Yale Law School and high-stakes litigation in global contexts.