One of the first ports of call for Brazilian and international clients engaged in high-stakes arbitration, Bermudes Advogados is a strong performer in domestic and cross-border proceedings, most notably cases arising in the energy, insurance, infrastructure and real estate sectors. Shareholder and corporate disputes are another core area of activity for the Rio de Janeiro-based department, which routinely attracts instructions from financial institutions and large companies. A reference in the national market, Sergio Bermudes maintains a broad dispute resolution practice, which covers high-stakes arbitration in Brazil and abroad. Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira, Fabiano Robalinho Cavalcanti and Guilherme Valdetaro Mathias, a key contact for insurance, power and real estate clients, specialise in corporate and commercial disputes. With over a decade of experience in dispute resolution, Caetano Berenguer is seasoned in international cases and arbitration involving M&A, infrastructure contracts and investment funds. Rafaela Fucci is noted for her experience in the insurance sector. Ricardo Loretti Henrici and Fernando Novis are also part of the core team. Rodrigo Tannuri is no longer at the firm.
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration in Brazil
Bermudes Advogados
Responsables de la pratique:
Sergio Bermudes; Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira; Fabiano Robalinho Cavalcanti
Ferro, Castro Neves, Daltro & Gomide Advogados
Singled out for the ‘technical quality‘ of its team and its ‘integrity in client representation‘, Ferro, Castro Neves, Daltro & Gomide Advogados has a pre-eminent reputation in arbitration, and regularly acts in some of the most high-stakes proceedings in the market. With a notable track record in representing blue-chip companies in international matters, including cases before the International Court of Arbitration (ICC), the practice excels in shareholder disputes and cases involving the construction and infrastructure sectors. Marcelo Roberto Ferro, who has a strong reputation in this sphere, has worked as counsel in a variety of cases under the rules of the ICC and UNCITRAL arising from civil, commercial, corporate and construction conflicts. He heads the group alongside Rio de Janeiro-based partner José Roberto de Castro Neves, who is devoted to litigation and arbitration. Karina Goldberg is often engaged in domestic and international cases involving contractual, commercial and corporate law, while Eduardo Pecoraro is especially active in construction and corporate disputes. Other key individuals include Natalia Mizrahi Lamas, who is based in the Rio office; Antonio Pedro de Souza, a contact for energy and oil and gas clients; and Julia Grabowsky Basto Fleichman. All named practitioners are based in São Paulo unless stated otherwise.
Responsables de la pratique:
Marcelo Ferro; Jose Roberto De Castro Neves
Les références
‘The firm stands out for the technical quality of the team, and the high standard of governance and integrity in client representation.’
‘Marcelo Ferro is recommended for his technical expertise.’
‘The leadership of Marcelo Ferro is a huge selling point for this firm. Marcelo’s experience is acknowledged by all in Brazil and he is an excellent lawyer. Karina Goldberg is a huge resource at FCDG and the quality of her work is admirable. Karina is a star for the future.’
Principaux clients
CA Investment (Brazil)
Paper Excellence
Eneva
Ambev
Cosan
Btg Pactual
RUMO LOGISTICA
Heineken
Eletrobras
Andrade Gutierrez
Soares Penido
CPFL
CMPC Celulose Riograndense
Concessionária Porto Novo
QUALICORP
Principaux dossiers
- Represented CA Investment (Brazil) in an international arbitration before the ICC against J&F and Eldorado.
- Acted for Soares Penido Construçoes in an arbitration filed by a minority shareholder of CCR Companhia de Investimentos em Infraestrutura against the controlling shareholders, alleging damages.
- Assisting Concessionária Porto Novo in an ICC arbitration involving the economic and financial rebalance of a PPP.
Mattos Filho
A recognised market leader, Mattos Filho houses an ‘extremely specialised‘ team, which ‘offers excellent services‘ to a stellar roster of clients operating in a variety of industries, such as infrastructure, energy, telecoms, and oil and gas. High-stakes arbitration arising from M&A, corporate and shareholder disputes as well construction contracts and concession agreements are core strengths for the group, which is adept in cases seated in Brazil and abroad, most notably in the US, Germany and France. Rated for his ‘deep knowledge of arbitration‘, the well-regarded Eduardo Damião Gonçalves manages a high-profile caseload, where post-M&A and corporate conflicts feature alongside disputes in the IT, construction and infrastructure spaces. Flávio Spaccaquerche Barbosa is a name to note for proceedings involving the oil and gas, and construction sectors, while Arthur Gonzalez Cronenberger Parente is routinely turned to by shareholders, boards of directors and executives in relation to corporate governance disputes. André Chateaubriand Martins; João Vicente Pereira de Assis, who stands out for his experience in cross-border cases; and senior associate Mirelle Bittencourt Lotufo are other noteworthy practitioners.
Les références
‘Excellent responsiveness. Thoughtful, and insightful analysis. Work really well in a team.’
‘Eduardo Damião Gonçalves: great judgement, real insight. Arthur Parente: assertive thinker.’
‘Mattos Filho’s arbitration department is extremely specialised and offers excellent services.’
Principaux clients
Paper Excellence BC
IRB Brasil Resseguros
Odebrecht Mobilidade
Telefônica Brasil
Concessionária do Monotrilho da Linha 18- Bronze
Prudential do Brasil Seguros de Vida
Mineração Paragominas (Norsk Hydro Brasil)
Atlas Energia Renovável do Brasil
AON Holdings Corretores de Seguros
AON Affinity Administradora de Benefícios
AMBArcelorMittal
Advent Athena Saúde Brasil
Vinci Energies do Brasil Engenharia
IRB Brasil Resseguros
Plintron Holdings
Plintron do Brasil Participações
Principaux dossiers
- Represents Telefônica Brasil in an arbitration filed against Agência Nacional de Telecomunicações – Anatel, concerning concession agreements first entered into by the parties in 1998.
- Acts for Concessionária do Monotrilho da Linha 18 – Bronze, the concessionaire of the monorail system in the metropolitan region of São Paulo, in arbitral proceedings filed against the state of São Paulo.
Pinheiro Neto Advogados
Pinheiro Neto Advogados houses a sizeable team of arbitration specialists, who are routinely sought by clients from the worlds of energy, oil and gas, telecoms, insurance and healthcare in relation to complex domestic and international arbitral proceedings. Its broad service offering covers high-stakes corporate governance and M&A disputes, as well as cases involving financing deals, infrastructure investments, construction contracts, and agreements with the public administration. Gilberto Giusti, who has sat on the board of prestigious arbitration institutions, including the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA), is a leading figure in the market. Cases involving major construction and infrastructure projects in Brazil and other Latin American countries are among Júlio César Bueno‘s areas of expertise, while Rodrigo Carneiro focuses on corporate, commercial and securities disputes. Rodrigo Persone P. Camargo, Pedro Barradas Barata and Lucas Pinto Simão, who was promoted to partner in January 2022, are active in both litigation and arbitration matters. Renato Stephan Grion is singled out for his wealth of experience in international arbitration. At the associate level, André Rossetto Daudt, Guilherme Piccardi de Andrade Silva and Thiago Del Pozzo Zanelato stand out for their involvement in the practice.
Les références
‘Gilberto Giusti and Bruno Venosa are both brilliant lawyers. They always look for appropriate legal solutions for clients.’
Principaux clients
Aliança Geração de Energia
HMI Participações
IMH-DOIS Participações (Ikesaki Group)
LMRC Empreendimentos e Participações Imobiliárias
Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras
Aon Holdings Corretores de Seguros
ADM Administradora de Seguros EIRELI (formerly Aon Affinity Administradora de Benefícios )
VIA
Notre Dame Intermédica Participações
BL Holdings
Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras and Azul Conecta
Rumo
Rumo Malha Sul
Rumo Malha Norte
Rumo Malha Paulista
Omron Healthcare Brasil Indústria e Comércio de Produtos Médicos
Pátria Infraestrutura
Bracell
Paranaíba Transmissora de Energia
RENOVA ENERGIA
Schneider Electric Brasil
Philips Medical Systems
SOMPO SEGUROS
BMA Advogados
At BMA Advogados, the ‘proactive and accessible‘ dispute resolution practice boasts strong credentials in domestic and international arbitration, and is particularly rated for its experience in high-stakes corporate, commercial and investment-related disputes. A popular choice for companies from the construction, energy and real estate sectors, the team is also well positioned to act for banks and investment funds. André Abbud is a key figure in São Paulo for complex arbitration matters, including those arising from corporate, capital markets, infrastructure and contractual disputes. He jointly leads the team with Pedro De Oliveira Costa in Rio de Janeiro, who handles both arbitral and court proceedings. Luiz Fernando Fraga, a seasoned dispute resolution practitioner with a strong track record in domestic and cross-border arbitration; Mario Gelli; the ‘diligent‘ Rafael da Rocha Castilho; and associate Matheus Rodrigues Barcelos are other names to note in Rio. Gustavo Santos Kulesza, who is based in São Paulo, focuses on post-M&A, contractual and infrastructure arbitration. In the same office, senior lawyer Milena Cecília dos Santos Arbízu and Thais Vieira de Souza Pereira are active in commercial and contractual disputes.
Responsables de la pratique:
Pedro Oliveira da Costa; André Abbud
Les références
‘Technical capacity and excellent communication. Proactive and accessible team.’
‘BMA has a very rigorous selection process, which translates into hiring very competent lawyers. They delve deep into topics related to ongoing cases in a multidisciplinary way, ensuring a broader view of the processes they lead.’
‘I’d highlight André Abbud.’
Principaux clients
Lex Finance
TozziniFreire Advogados
Skilled in proceedings held in Brazil and abroad, TozziniFreire Advogados stands out for its experience in cases before CAM-CBBC and the ICC. Corporate, contractual, post-M&A and shareholder disputes are core areas of focus for the department, which is also a go-to for proceedings involving infrastructure projects, real estate developments and agreements with the public administration. Companies from the infrastructure, mining, energy, life sciences, manufacturing and consumer goods sectors routinely turn to the team, which is under the leadership of arbitration specialist Fernando Eduardo Serec in São Paulo. In the same office, Lucas Britto Mejias is recommended for corporate, commercial and banking-related proceedings, and Antonio Marzagão Barbuto Neto is proficient in international matters. Senior associate Maria Isabel De Sá Dias Machado advises on domestic arbitration and pre-litigation. Based in Porto Alegre, Luis Renato Ferreira da Silva often acts as counsel and arbitrator, while Guilherme Carneiro Monteiro Nitschke is a strong performer in major disputes before the Brazilian Arbitration Committee (CBAr) and the ICC involving the energy and infrastructure industries.
Responsables de la pratique:
Fernando Eduardo Serec
Les références
‘Available team; excellent technical quality; focused on the client.’
‘Guilherme Carneiro Monteiro Nitschke is recommended.’
Principaux clients
Acciona Infraestructuras Brasil
Central Park Empreendimentos Imobiliários
CCEE – Câmara de Comercialização de Energia Elétrica
Suez Water Technologies and Solutions Brasil Tratamento de Águas
Eletrobras CGT Eletrosul
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Transportation Systems Brasil
Hormel Foods
Autonomy Investimentos
Dufry Lojas Francas
MHFT – Investimentos
Nebras Power Investment Management Bv
Lex Finance Advisory
Canadian Solar
Fras-Le
Sport Club Internacional
International Industria Automotiva da América do Sul
Fs Agrisolutions Indústria De Biocombustíveis
Principaux dossiers
- Continues to represent Petrobras’s minority shareholder Alejandro Constantino Strationis in an arbitration against the Government of Brazil seeking compensation in favour of Petrobras for all losses linked to the wrongdoings investigated in Operation Car Wash.
Cescon Barrieu
Singled out for its ‘professionalism, knowledge and responsibility‘, Cescon Barrieu‘s arbitration group manages a diverse caseload, which, in addition to disputes arising in the context of M&A and joint ventures, also features matters concerning distribution agreements, construction projects and government contracts. Corporate and shareholder conflicts are a key area of expertise for Carlos David Albuquerque Braga in São Paulo, while Gabriel Seijo Leal de Figueiredo in Salvador focuses on contractual disputes. Based in Belo Horizonte, Luiz Nardy is noted for his experience in mining and environmental cases. Mauricio Fabbri, who handles arbitration and litigation, is another name to note in São Paulo. Senior associates Matheus Carneiro Lima and Rafael Bertão are skilled in both domestic and international proceedings. Edison Freitas, who regularly assists players from the worlds of construction, technology, real estate, banking and infrastructure, and Cinthia de Lamare, who is based in Rio de Janeiro, were welcomed to the partnership in November 2022. The group was strengthened by the arrival of Paulo Macedo Garcia Neto and Mariana Capela Lombardi Moreto from MAMG Advogados in August 2023. Since publication, Helena Abdo has left the firm.
Responsables de la pratique:
Carlos David Albuquerque Braga; Gabriel Seijo; Luiz Philipe Nardy Nascimento; Maurício Fabbri; Cinthia de Lamare; Edison Freitas
Les références
‘Professionalism, knowledge and responsibility are the words that would describe the team’s performance.’
‘I’d highlight Luiz Philippe Nardy Nascimento.’
Lefosse Advogados
Led by ‘world-class attorney‘ Pedro Maciel, Lefosse Advogados fields a strong arbitration team with experience in domestic and international proceedings, including under the ICC and CAM-CCBC rules. Its varied client portfolio spans Brazilian and foreign companies operating in a wide array of industries, covering construction, energy, retail, technology and infrastructure. The team is especially well placed to advise on corporate and post-M&A arbitrations, but also handles arbitral proceedings concerning commercial contracts, concession agreements and construction projects. Diogo Ciuffo Carneiro, who attracts regular instructions from clients from the logistics, energy and construction sectors, has a wealth of experience in domestic and international arbitration. Recently promoted partner Bernardo Pires excels in M&A disputes. Julio Neves, who acts in both litigation and arbitration, joined from TozziniFreire Advogados in March 2022. Márcio Opromolla is no longer at the firm.
Responsables de la pratique:
Pedro Soares Maciel
Les références
‘Multidisciplinary team that is able to handle complex matters. Outstanding knowledge of the client and their needs, capable of predicting trends.’
‘Diogo Ciuffo is able to innovate in solutions and propose the best solution for the client.’
‘Pedro Maciel is a market-leader and a world-class attorney.’
Machado Meyer Sendacz e Opice Advogados
Showcasing significant experience in ad hoc and institutional proceedings before arbitration tribunals in Brazil and abroad, Machado Meyer Sendacz e Opice Advogados draws on its full-service capabilities to advise an impressive client roster on a host of arbitral matters, ranging from corporate, commercial and post-M&A disputes to claims involving contractual issues and the construction sector. The department’s sector-specific expertise is highly varied, covering energy, transport, banking, real estate, TMT and pharmaceuticals. Eliane Cristina Carvalho advises clients on all stages of disputes, and particularly stands out for her substantial experience of acting as counsel in commercial arbitration proceedings of national and international significance. Gisela Ferreira Mation is a key point of contact for players from the oil and gas, energy and construction segments. Associates Leandro Felix and Antonia Quintella de Azambuja, the latter of whom is a name to note for complex construction disputes, have participated in several proceedings before the main Brazilian and international arbitral bodies.
Responsables de la pratique:
Eliane Cristina Carvalho
Les références
‘Gisela Ferreria Mation stands out.’
‘The value of the firm’s focus on anticipating problems and risks that a case could potentially bring to the client is invaluable, allowing us to organise ourselves in advance, moving the necessary resources to react appropriately.’
‘Gisela Mation, Antonia Azambuja and everyone else in the team are exceptional. Their care and technical competence are remarkable. In addition, it is worth mentioning the ability and sensitivity to adjust the language and explanations according to the level of legal knowledge of the participants of certain discussions.’
MAMG Advogados
Fully devoted to dispute resolution, MAMG Advogados enjoys a strong reputation in the market for its capabilities in the field of arbitration, including domestic and international proceedings. The practice, which regularly participates in complex matters involving construction contracts, concessions and other agreements with the public administration, is particularly well equipped to handle high-stakes disputes in the energy and infrastructure sectors. Fernando Marcondes has over four decades of experience in dispute resolution, construction and infrastructure matters. Mariana Cattel, who often acts as counsel, arbitrator and secretary to arbitral tribunals in domestic and international proceedings, is also noted. Rafael Francisco Alves and the ‘efficient and highly specialised‘ Silvia Bueno De Miranda stand out for their experience in cross-border matters. Bruno Panarella has played a critical role in the discussion of contractual issues in arbitration. Other arbitration specialists include Ligia Espolaor Veronese and associate Alessandra Fortes Lobo. Paulo Macedo Garcia Neto and Mariana Capela Lombardi Moreto are no longer at the firm.
Les références
‘The firm always provides us with excellent services.’
‘Silvia Bueno de Miranda: helpful, technical, efficient and highly specialised.’
Principaux clients
Soluções Ambientais de Guarulhos (SAGUA)
VIABAHIA Concessionária de Rodovias
Principaux dossiers
- Assisting VIABAHIA in an arbitration in Brasília involving the economic and financial rebalancing of a public service concession contract.
- Representing Soluções Ambientais de Guarulhos (SAGUA) in an arbitration against the city of Guarulhos regarding contractual breaches related to a concession agreement for the sewage system of the city.
Mannheimer, Perez E Lyra Advogados
A skilled performer in cases before prominent arbitral institutions, including the ICC and CAM-CCBC, Mannheimer, Perez E Lyra Advogados routinely acts for clients from an array of industries – such as construction, infrastructure, financial services, and oil and gas – in proceedings seated in Brazil and abroad. Matters involving contractual, shareholder and M&A disputes are core strengths for the department, which is jointly led by Sergio Mannheimer in Rio de Janeiro and Tomaz Lyra in São Paulo. Besides his strong credentials as counsel in significant commercial arbitrations, Mannheimer is also an experienced arbitrator. Fernanda Aviz, who is based in Rio, frequently assists construction and oil and gas clients. In the São Paulo office, Marcela Levy has a solid track record in international arbitration, most notably matters relating to the US, while Ricardo Ramalho Almeida is seasoned in commercial disputes, and has served as the sole arbitrator, co-arbitrator and chairman of the arbitral tribunal in cases heard before CAM-CBBC, CAMARB and CAESP.
Responsables de la pratique:
Sergio Mannheimer; Tomaz Lyra
Principaux clients
Pirelli
Construtora Queiroz Galvão (currently called Alya Construtora)
Mapfre Seguros
Nuclebrás Equipamentos Pesados – NUCLEP
Enel X
CTEEP – Companhia de Transmissão de Energia Elétrica Paulista
Fundação dos Economiários Federais – FUNCEF
State Grid
Ancar Ivanhoe
João Fortes Engenharia
White Martins
FM Global
G4S Vanguarda Segurança e Vigilância
ERB – Energias Renováveis do Brasil
BTG Pactual
TOTVS
BRZ Investimentos
Hyatt do Brasil
Caixa Econômica Federal
Caixapar
Generali
AEG Administradora de Estádios
Jive Investments
Construtora Calper
Swire Pacific
ATG Americas Trading Group
Banco Modal
R2C Invest
Regina Festas
ATG Americas Trading Group
Swile do Brasil
Mottu LLC
Soltec
ATEM’S Distribuidora de Petróleo
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Nuclebrás Equipamentos Pesados – NUCLEP in a construction arbitration before CAM-CCBC against Thyssenkrupp.
- Acted for Arena Pernambuco Negócios e Investimentos in an arbitration involving the construction and operation of football stadium Arena Pernambuco.
Tauil & Chequer Advogados
At Tauil & Chequer Advogados, the ‘attentive, experienced and qualified team‘ devoted to arbitration offers representation to individuals and companies in high-end disputes across a variety of industries, including mining, energy, construction, oil and gas, and financial services. Its broad experience also encompasses high-stakes cases involving shareholder issues and share purchase agreements. Besides acting as lead counsel in several high-value arbitration proceedings, Gustavo Fernandes de Andrade in Rio de Janeiro is also proficient in arbitration-related litigation, including the enforcement of foreign arbitral awards. With over twenty years of experience in both litigation and arbitration proceedings, São Paulo-based partner Fabio Peixinho Gomes Correa is skilled at handling cases before domestic and international arbitral bodies. In the same office, Gustavo Scheffer Da Silveira, who has previously worked for the Secretariat of the International Court of Arbitration as deputy counsel in the Latin American team, is particularly seasoned in cross-border cases. Disputes involving the construction, energy and mining sectors are notable areas of practice for associate Maria Rita Dutra.
Responsables de la pratique:
Gustavo de Andrade Fernandes; Fabio Peixinho Gomes Correa; Gustavo Scheffer Da Silveira
Les références
‘Fabio Peixinho stands out.’
‘The firm has an attentive, experienced and qualified team. The team is always attentive to current issues in the legal market and clients’ issues.’
‘I’d highlight Fábio Peixinho.’
Principaux clients
Barra Energia Do Brasil Petróleo E Gás
General Electric Do Brasil
Canadian Solar
Nebras Power Latin America
Cobra Brasil Serviços, Comunicações E Energia
Techint Engenharia E Construção
Petronas Brasil Petróleo
Petrorio Jaguar
Arcelor Mittal Brasil
CM Capital Markets
Yara Fertilizantes
Alstom Brasil Energia E Transporte
Ternium Do Brasil
Cantor Fitzgerald
Sinopec Petroleum Do Brasil
Bw Offshore Do Brasil
Andritz Hydro
Usiminas Siderúrgicas De Minas Gerais
Cpfl Energias Renováveis
Publicis Groupe Holdings
Consortium Efacec Engenharia E Sistemas
Hitachi Rail
CELSE – Centrais Eletricas De Sergipe
Vanguard Group
Inbrael Participações
Lindel
Keppel Fels Brasil
Invepar – Investimentos E Participações Em Infraestrutura
Cameron Tecnologia De Controle E Fluxo
Karpowership Brasil Energia
Grid Solutions Transmissão De Energia
Realize Empreendimentos Imobiliários
Siemens
Opea Securitizadora
Principaux dossiers
- Advised the EFACEC/HITACHI Consortium in an ICC arbitration against the State of São Paulo and the São Paulo State Company of Metropolitan Railways.
- Advised Ambiental Serra Concessionária de Saneamento on a CAM-CCBC arbitration seated in Brazil, filed against Companhia Espírito Santense de Saneamento – CESAN on the basis of a public-private partnership (PPP).
- Assisted Petróleo Brasileiro in an ICC arbitration against the National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP) challenging the decision issued by ANP which unified the Tartaruga Verde and Tartaruga Mestiça Fields.
Trench Rossi Watanabe
Trench Rossi Watanabe fields an ‘extremely diligent' and 'proactive‘ arbitration team, which is well placed to handle international proceedings, drawing on its strategic cooperation agreement with international firm Baker McKenzie. Clients operating in a variety of sectors, including oil and gas, retail, energy and pharmaceuticals, routinely turn to the team for assistance in complex commercial, corporate, post-M&A and construction arbitration. Joaquim De Paiva Muniz, who spearheads the department, specialises in corporate disputes, while Luis Borghi offers key support in construction and commercial arbitrations; both practitioners ‘are technically excellent and very combative‘. At the associate level, Katherina Ballesta advises on corporate and contractual disputes; Bruna Silveira is regularly instructed by clients in the agribusiness, construction and infrastructure sectors; and Patricia Roberto handles domestic and international cases.
Responsables de la pratique:
Joaquim Muniz
Les références
‘Top-notch arbitration team!’
‘The arbitration team is extremely diligent, proactive and has practical and theoretical knowledge of both the arbitration procedure and the merits of the various contracts. Joaquim Muniz and Luis Borghi are always available and put the clients first.’
‘Joaquim Muniz and Luis Borghi are respected in the legal and business community. Both are technically excellent and very combative, they don’t give up.’
Principaux clients
Air Liquide Brasil
Arauco
Canadian Solar
Estaleiro Jurong Aracruz
Mitsubishi
Petrobras
Petrogal
Schulke do Brasil Participações
Shell
Singular
Stryker do Brasil
True Change
TSEA
Vopak
WEG
Principaux dossiers
- Represents a consortium made up of Petrobras, Shell and Petrogal in an arbitration on the question of whether certain decisions from the ANP can be resolved via arbitration.
- Representing Stryker do Brasil in an arbitration regarding alleged damages due to the termination of agency agreements.
- Acts for Estaleiro Jurong Aracruz in an arbitration filed against the contractor Carioca Christiani Nielsen.
Demarest Advogados
Demarest Advogados handles a variety of arbitration proceedings before both domestic and international arbitral bodies. Core areas of activity for the team include corporate and contractual disputes, as well as cases involving the construction and infrastructure sectors. Camila Biral, who frequently acts for clients in litigation and arbitration cases arising from contractual, IP and corporate disputes, and Amanda Sampaio, who is a qualified dispute resolution lawyer in Brazil and New York, are now the main points of contact in the department. The firm experienced a major blow when former practice heads Celso Xavier , Marcelo Inglez de Souza, Rafael Gagliardi, and partners Carlo Verona and Daniel Kaufman left the firm in May 2023. Post publication, the dispute resolution practice was reinforced by the arrival of Ricardo Aprigliano as partner and the incorporation of Aprigliano Advogados in December 2023.
Principaux clients
Vale
Cencosud
Banco BTG
Bombardier
Nike
General Electric
Gol Linhas Aéreas
Andritz Hydro
Volkswagen
Grupo Cobra/Vinci
Copersucar
Siemens
Voith
Canadian Solar
Huck, Otranto, Camargo Advogados
Companies from a multitude of industries – including construction, energy and pharmaceuticals – turn to Huck, Otranto, Camargo Advogados ‘whenever a sophisticated business dispute arises’. Standing out for its strong track record in corporate, construction, IP and contractual cases, the team is seen with great regularity acting as lead counsel in institutional and ad hoc arbitrations under ICC and UNCITRAL rules. Primarily focused on M&A disputes, Fábio Floriano Melo Martins is active in domestic and international proceedings, assisting clients from a host of sectors, such as construction, technology, and oil and gas. Guilherme Montebugnoli Zilio is counsel of choice for many private companies engaged in arbitration concerning construction projects and M&A transactions. Hermes Marcelo Huck, the ‘founder and a reference name in the market‘, has an unparalleled reputation as an arbitrator in Brazil; he is especially active in real estate, energy and investment-related matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Fábio Floriano Melo Martins; Guilherme Montebugnoli Zilio
Les références
‘Its traditional combination of technical and academic training gives the team sophisticated resources, without losing sight of the practicality of the solutions. The firm is a valuable partner, which we use whenever a sophisticated business dispute arises.’
‘Marcelo Huck – founder and reference name in the market. Very outstanding performance for defining strategies in disputes; excellent arbitrator and mediator.’
‘Fabio Martins – professor and lawyer, technical, combative and with an impressive capacity for work.’
Principaux clients
Praendex Brasil
Hitachi Rail STS USA
FDR Comercializadora de Energia
Construções e Comércio Camargo Corrêa
NCS Suplementos
EDB Sistemas Elétricos
Petrorecôncavo
Efacec Engenharia e Sistemas
INBRAEL Participações e Empreendimentos
Comfrio Soluções e Logísticas
Resources Capital Funds
DTA Engenharia
Agro Improvement Participações
CBSM – Companhia Brasileira de Serviços de Marketing
LUC Advogados
Entirely dedicated to dispute resolution, boutique firm LUC Advogados possesses strong credentials in high-end arbitration proceedings of national and international significance. Split between São Paulo and Brasília, the group is particularly well versed in cases under the rules of CAM-CCBC and the ICC. Luciano De Souza Godoy – a former federal judge and highly regarded arbitrator – advises on strategic corporate and investment-related disputes. He heads the team with Ricardo Zamariola Júnior, ‘a skilful attorney‘ in contentious matters. Leonardo Dib Freire is no longer at the firm.
Responsables de la pratique:
Luciano de Souza Godoy; Ricardo Zamariola Junior
Les références
‘Ricardo Zamariola is a skilfullful attorney who understands every aspect of the disputes he is involved in.’
‘The firm has a very competent litigation team which is capable of understanding the client’s needs and acts accordingly.’
Souto Correa Advogados
Souto Correa Advogados houses a team of ‘judicious‘ dispute resolution lawyers, who showcase strong capabilities in ‘highly complex commercial arbitrations‘ before Brazilian and international arbitral tribunals. Construction disputes and proceedings involving the energy and natural resources sectors are at the core of the arbitration department, which is also retained by an array of corporate clients in cases concerning shareholder and post-M&A issues. The practice is jointly led by three practitioners: founding partner Guilherme Rizzo Amaral, who is based in Porto Alegre and recommended for his ‘knowledge of dispute resolution in various jurisdictions‘, Luis Alberto Peretti and Jorge Cesa in São Paulo. Laura Ghitti, who joined the São Paulo office as a senior associate from Mattos Filho in January 2023, focuses on commercial arbitration and possesses a strong background in cross-border matters. Marcelo Gandelman is no longer at the firm.
Responsables de la pratique:
Guilherme Rizzo Amaral; Jorge Cesa; Luis Peretti
Les références
‘Guilherme Rizzo Amaral stands out for his technical expertise and knowledge of dispute resolution in various jurisdictions. Jorge Cesa is one of the greatest experts in civil law.’
‘Souto Correa provides a complete legal service, integrating the experience of outstanding professionals in the market, the dedication and competence of young lawyers and a technology structure that guarantees the necessary support for the defence of clients in highly complex commercial arbitrations. The definition of strategies and the monitoring of cases are carried out with great care, in absolute transparency and proximity to the client.’
‘Highly qualified team. Distinguished experience, through judicious lawyers endowed with a high sense of respect and culture.’
Veirano Advogados
Praised for its ‘extensive experience, knowledge and availability‘, Veirano Advogados fields a standalone practice, which is fully dedicated to assisting major corporate clients from the worlds of banking, construction, TMT, mining, insurance and energy, among others, in complex arbitration matters. The team manages a varied caseload, which features proceedings arising from construction contracts, M&A transactions, and commercial and shareholder agreements. Ricardo Gama, who often serves as counsel and co-arbitrator, offers representation to domestic and international clients in the context of major corporate, M&A, real estate and investment-related cases. He leads the practice from Rio de Janeiro alongside Mateus Carreteiro in São Paulo, who is regularly engaged in matters involving the technology, entertainment, energy, telecoms and construction segments. Senior associate Priscilla Villa Nova de Oliveira is well versed in domestic and international arbitral proceedings.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ricardo Gama; Mateus Aimoré Carreteiro
Les références
‘Extensive experience, knowledge and availability.’
Principaux clients
Marriot International
Thales Canada
Omnisys Engenharia
Cais Mauá do Brasil
CTL Engenharia
TIM / Telecom Italia
Construtora Passarelli
Duroline
Engeform Engenharia
RINA Brasil Serviços Técnicos
Principaux dossiers
- Acting for the consortium Cidade Nova led by Construtora Passarelli in an arbitration initiated against Secretaria de Estado do Ambiente e Sustentabilidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (SEAS) involving a construction contract.
Wald, Antunes, Vita e Blattner Advogados
Wald, Antunes, Vita e Blattner Advogados brings together a team of specialised lawyers who serve as counsel and arbitrators in domestic and international arbitration proceedings, most notably cases in the infrastructure and engineering sectors. The firm is also regularly instructed by clients in court cases related to arbitration, including the execution of arbitral sentences and the enforcement of foreign arbitral awards. Arnoldo Wald stands out for his ‘wide and deep knowledge‘ of dispute resolution. Arnoldo Wald Filho focuses on arbitration and mediation, which are also notable areas of practice for Riccardo Giuliano Figueira Torre. Other key names in the team include Mariana Tavares Antunes and Marina Gaensly Blattner.
Les références
‘Strategic vision and competence of the lawyers set the firm apart.’
‘The team is committed and has good legal knowledge in the area of arbitration, providing quality advice to its clients.’
‘The team is focused on achieving the results desired by the clients.’
Principaux clients
CODESP – Companhia DOCAS do Estado de São Paulo
Petra Energia
Concessionária de Rodovia Sul-Matogrossense
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for CODESP in an arbitration against Libra Group.
- Representing Petra Energia in arbitration proceedings against the National Oil Agency involving concession agreements.
L.O. Baptista Advogados
In addition to its solid capabilities in civil and commercial litigation, the dispute resolution group at L.O. Baptista Advogados is also well positioned to handle domestic and international arbitration matters on behalf of a diverse corporate client roster. Corporate and commercial disputes are core areas of focus for co-head André Camerlingo Alves, while fellow co-leader André Mendes Espírito Santo is a name to note for clients from the technology, retail and automotive industries. Also at the helm of the practice, Silvia Rodrigues Pachikoski is praised for her knowledge of arbitration proceedings involving M&A, construction, energy and real estate. Tonico Monteiro da Silva left the firm in February 2023.
Responsables de la pratique:
André Camerlingo Alves; André Mendes Espirito Santo; Silvia Rodrigues Pachikoski
Les références
‘Silvia Pachikoski is recommended for her leadership and knowledge of the market.’
‘A firm focused on the client’s matters and with enormous expertise in arbitration.’
Lobo de Rizzo Advogados
Lobo de Rizzo Advogados‘ ‘well-structured‘ arbitration practice handles an array of strategic disputes, and demonstrates particular strength in cases involving commercial and corporate law. Advising on proceedings arising from the termination of commercial agreements and shareholder conflicts is a core area of activity for the group, which acts for a variety of clients across the agribusiness, infrastructure, energy and insurance sectors, among others. Luis Fernando Guerrero offers support to large Brazilian and international companies in the context of commercial and contractual disputes. He coordinates the practice with recent arrivals Paula Abi-Chahine, who joined from CMT – Carvalho, Machado e Timm Advogados in July 2022, and Christian Garcia Vieira, who was previously at ASBZ Advogados. Hugo Tubone Yamashita left the firm in July 2023.
Responsables de la pratique:
Luis Fernando Guerrero; Paula Abi-Chahine; Christian Garcia Vieira
Les références
‘Partners are available, present and provide excellent services. Well-structured team without major changes and departures of key people. The firm follows best practices and manages to deliver excellently.’
‘Dedicated, the Lobo de Rizzo team seeks to understand the case in its details. They stand out for seeking alternatives and solutions with a focus on economic return and cost control.’
Muriel Advogados
Muriel Advogados is a specialised boutique firm focused on the resolution of strategic disputes through judicial and arbitral proceedings. Though only founded in 2021, the firm has already become an established name in the arbitration space, owing to founding partner Marcelo Muriel‘s longstanding reputation in the market. Core areas of activity include complex disputes concerning the infrastructure and construction sectors, but the team is also recurrently instructed by energy clients in arbitration proceedings involving large-scale power plants, renewable projects and LNG terminals. Founder Muriel possesses more than thirty years of experience in domestic and international arbitration, acting as counsel and arbitrator. Danilo Orenga is skilled in commercial, corporate and contractual disputes, while senior associate Giovanny Russo is recommended for cases involving corporate transactions and the agribusiness, construction and infrastructure segments.
Responsables de la pratique:
Marcelo Muriel; Danilo Orenga
Les références
‘The team looks deeply into the client’s problem, understanding the various technical and legal implications of the case. They are always available and responsive.’
‘Giovanny Russo is impeccable, both from a technical point of view, knowledge of the business and the case, as well as posture and positioning.’
‘Marcelo Muriel is a leader in the Brazilian arbitration market. He is an effective strategist, and is knowledgeable about many businesses and industries and has the ability to simplify and explain complex problems well. He personally attends to matters and, again, knows what he wants from his collaborators. Recommended 100 out of 100.’
Principaux clients
Nordex Energy Brasil
Acciona Construcción
Acciona Infraestructuras
Siemens Aktiengesellschaft
Andritz Hydro
Paper Excellence
Vieira Rezende
Domestic and international arbitration proceedings are core areas of focus for the dispute resolution group at Vieira, Rezende, Barbosa e Guerreiro Advogados, which is especially sought out by clients engaged in corporate and shareholder disputes. A go-to for private equity and pension funds, the team is also active in complex matters involving commercial contracts and fraud. Based in Rio de Janeiro, co-head Paulo Albert Weyland Vieira is often retained by Brazilian and foreign clients – including companies, banks and pension funds – in relation to corporate and commercial disputes. Also in Rio, Claudio Roberto Pieruccetti Marques specialises in public law and infrastructure cases, while Lucas Hermeto is a contact for corporate conflicts and Antonio Tiburcio splits his time between litigation and arbitral matters. Fellow co-leader Marcos Serra Netto Fioravanti, who is based in the São Paulo office, acts as arbitrator and counsel in energy-related proceedings.
Responsables de la pratique:
Paulo Albert Weyland Vieira; Marcos Serra Netto Fioravanti
Les références
‘The firm combines quality and agility.’
‘The office has lawyers who are very well prepared for strategic action in highly complex cases, in particular, arbitration in the contractual, infrastructure and energy areas. Attention to detail, zeal in client service, factual knowledge of the case, legal know-how (both legislative and practical) certainly made all the difference to the success of the procedure.’
‘Lucas Hermeto is an extremely committed lawyer. Throughout his performance in the arbitration procedure, he proved to be aware of all the facts, which helped a lot not only in aligning the strategy with the client, but also in the effective procedural performance, especially in the instruction, which led to the success of the case.’
Principaux clients
Vale
EDP Renováveis Brazil
Órama Investimentos
Postalis Instituto de Previdência Complementar
Clube de Regatas do Flamengo
JOTUN Brasil Importação Exportação e Industria de Tintas
Warde Advogados
Dedicated to dispute resolution, most notably corporate disputes, anti-corruption and regulatory cases, Warde Advogados is a ‘go-to firm for clients seeking assistance in tricky cases‘. With an impressive track record in both domestic and cross-border arbitration proceedings, the group attracts instructions from companies operating in a multitude of sectors, such as energy, manufacturing and insurance. Walfrido Jorge Warde Júnior is ‘a unique figure in the legal world‘, who is singled out for his wealth of experience in commercial and corporate disputes involving the banking, infrastructure, energy, consumer goods and media segments. Bankruptcy cases are a key specialism for Jose Luiz Bayeux Neto. Felipe Emmanuel De Figueiredo, who regularly acts for real estate, media and infrastructure clients; Rodrigo Jesuino Bittencourt, a name to note for disputes involving M&A, financial and capital markets; and Alexandre Barroco, whose sectoral knowledge covers infrastructure, logistics and energy, offer key support at the associate level.
Responsables de la pratique:
Walfrido Jorge Warde Júnior
Les références
‘The firm’s approach is personalised according to each demand, which gives us confidence that our cases are in good hands. The quality of service provided is exceptional. The firm has the ability to adapt solutions to efficiently meet our needs.’
‘The team is highly skilled, experienced and able to provide up-to-date information in a timely manner. They work collaboratively and provide quality work in order to achieve the best results for clients.’
‘We are very satisfied with the service provided. The team is extremely helpful and professional, always ready to answer questions and provide the necessary information. In addition, the quality of the work provided is excellent, always with great agility and efficiency.’
Costa Tavares Paes Advogados
Costa Tavares Paes Advogados possesses a ‘team specialised in arbitration‘, which is well versed in proceedings before Brazilian and international arbitral bodies, including the ICC. Construction and energy-related disputes are at the core of the group's offering, which also covers contentious matters involving financing, contracts, corporate transactions and employment issues. Antonio Tavares Paes Jr. and Vamilson José Costa, who focuses on shareholder and corporate disputes, are at the helm of the practice, where Carolina Xavier da Silveira Moreira is a name to note for arbitration proceedings involving the construction and financial services sectors. These are also among Cristiano Cardoso Dias‘s areas of expertise, while associate Nathalia Jordão handles a mix of corporate, post-M&A, energy and infrastructure-related proceedings.
Responsables de la pratique:
Antonio Tavares Paes Jr; Vamilson José Costa
Les références
‘Team specialised in arbitration.’
‘I’d highlight Antonio Tavares.’
Felsberg Advogados
Led by Marcus Alexandre Matteucci Gomes, Felsberg Advogados offers support to corporations and individuals in a variety of arbitration matters, including proceedings arising from construction contracts, M&A, energy and commercial agreements. Practice head Gomes is noted for his experience in commercial arbitration and multi-jurisdictional matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Marcus Alexandre Matteucci Gomes
Les références
‘For me, the great differential of this office in arbitration cases is the very high involvement of the partners. They are very present and involved with the case.’
‘I’d highlight Marcus Alexandre Matteucci Gomes.’
Justen, Pereira, Oliveira & Talamini Advogados
Based in Curitiba, Justen, Pereira, Oliveira & Talamini Advogados, which has a well-established reputation for its strong credentials in public law, is a popular destination for clients seeking advice on arbitrations involving concessions, government contracts and other agreements with the public administration. Cesar Pereira, who is regularly appointed as presiding arbitrator and co-arbitrator, and Eduardo Talamini, a key contact for clients from the construction, telecoms, sanitation, energy and water segments, steer the team on a wide range of ad hoc and institutional arbitrations. Public law scholar Rafael Wallbach Schwind and associate Guilherme F. Dias Reisdorfer are also active in arbitration proceedings involving infrastructure projects and public contracts.
Responsables de la pratique:
Cesar Pereira; Eduardo Talamini
Principaux clients
Construtora Coesa
Jaraguá Equipamentos Industriais
Águas de Itu – Exploração de Serviços de Água e Esgoto
BRK Ambiental – Região Metropolitana Do Recife/Goiana
Principaux dossiers
- Represents Águas de Itu – Exploração de Serviços de Água e Esgoto in an arbitration initiated against the City of Itu aiming to discuss the termination of a concession contract for water supply and sanitation.
Manesco, Ramires, Perez, Azevedo Marques Sociedade de Advogados
The arbitration team at public law heavyweight Manesco, Ramires, Perez, Azevedo Marques Sociedade de Advogados specialises in the resolution of disputes concerning interactions between the public and private sectors. Typical mandates include advising domestic and international actors on contentious matters involving the infrastructure, construction, energy, and oil and gas segments. Practice head Floriano De Azevedo Marques Neto was recently nominated as an effective justice of the Superior Electoral Court. Former co-leader Carolina Smirnovas is no longer at the firm.
Responsables de la pratique:
Floriano de Azevedo Marques Neto
Principaux clients
ECO 050 – Concessionária de Rodovias
SERCOMTEL
Companhia Docas de Imbituba
Consórcio Construtor Viracopos (CCV)
Corsán-Corviam Construcción
Consórcio Via Amarela (CVA)
Alstom Transport
CBPO Engenharia
Construtora Coesa
Álya Construtora (Construtora QueirozGalvão)
Construções e Comércio Camargo Corrêa
Andrade Gutierrez Engenharia
Eletropaulo Metropolitana Eletricidade de São Paulo – ENEL
Águas do Mirante (AEGEA)
Ibitu Energia
Grupo Marquise
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Claro in an arbitration against the National Telecoms Agency (ANATEL) involving the economic and financial rebalancing of concession agreements.
- Acting for Águas do Mirante in an arbitration involving the rebalancing of a contract.
- Acting for SERCOMTEL in an arbitration involving a concession agreement.
Monteiro de Castro e Setoguti Advogados
Monteiro de Castro e Setoguti Advogados‘ ‘available, agile and responsive’ arbitration team is noted for its ‘extensive knowledge‘ of corporate disputes, including proceedings arising from post-M&A issues and shareholder agreements. Practice head Guilherme Setoguti is recommended by clients for his ‘great ability to build strategies‘ in the context of complex arbitration. He receives key support from a strong group of associates: Cláudia Gruppi Costa; Débora Carrara, who specialises in commercial and corporate cases; and Bárbara Spohr Gonçalves, who further demonstrates expertise in real estate disputes.
Responsables de la pratique:
Guilherme Setoguti
Les références
‘All members of the arbitration and corporate disputes team have extensive legal knowledge and the ability to understand business facts related to disputes. The team is very available, agile and responsive.’
‘Guilherme Setoguti has a high level of specialised legal knowledge and a great ability to build strategies. Debora Carrara has a high level of legal knowledge and energy to provide the necessary agility for the development of innovative solutions.’
‘An experienced and prepared team.’
Principaux clients
Esh Capital Investimentos
Saraiva E Siciliano
Saraiva Livreiros Editores
Rádio e Televisão Bandeirantes
Rádio e Televisão Bandeirantes do Rio de Janeiro
Ophthalmos
Prisma Capital
Padis Mattar Advogados
The ‘highly technical, committed, specialised, organised and ethical‘ team at Padis Mattar Advogados is ‘well prepared to deal with the most complicated arbitration proceedings‘ seated in Brazil and abroad. Corporate and commercial disputes are a core strength for the firm, which is also adept in ancillary arbitration-related proceedings, such as the enforcement and challenge of arbitral awards. Eduardo Augusto Mattar and Jaili Quinta Cunha are ‘always at the forefront of cases‘, focusing on corporate and M&A, and contractual disputes, respectively. Rodrigo Nikobin, who joined from Tauil & Chequer Advogados in November 2022, brings significant experience in arbitration involving the energy, oil and gas, and construction sectors.
Responsables de la pratique:
Eduardo Augusto Mattar; Jaili Quinta Cunha
Les références
‘Highly technical, committed, specialised, organised, ethical team that strives for an exquisite service. They know everything about the area and deliver impeccable service.’
‘Padis Mattar Advogados stands out for the high expertise of its lawyers and consequent exceptional quality of work. Also noteworthy is the agility in providing answers to the client and the meticulous care with which the lawyers deal with the cases.’
‘Eduardo Augusto Mattar and Jaili Quinta Cunha, in addition to being very pleasant and approachable people, are always at the forefront of cases, personally taking care of each stage, which gives us great confidence in the work of the entire team. In addition, Eduardo and Jaili are extremely intelligent people, with extensive knowledge and experience, who always suggest sophisticated and creative strategies.’
Stocche Forbes Advogados
Drawing on the firm’s strong credentials in the projects and infrastructure space, Stocche Forbes Advogados is well placed to handle complex arbitration cases involving the energy and construction sectors. In addition, the team is also adept in proceedings concerning M&A, contractual and shareholder disputes. The practice is under the joint leadership of Rafael Passaro, a contact for commercial and corporate disputes; Luis Guilherme Aidar Bondioli; Guilherme Gaspari Coelho and Wilson Newton de Mello Neto. Maria Lucia Cetraro often acts for clients from the construction, energy and pharmaceuticals industries in strategic disputes.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rafael Passaro; Luis Guilherme Aidar Bondioli; Guilherme Gaspari Coelho; Wilson Newton de Mello Neto
Les références
‘Cases are always monitored by partners, together with the team specialised in the subject under discussion, which makes deliberation on the issues faster and more assertive. It has an agile, effective and very organised administrative structure.’
‘Rafael Pássaro stands out not only for his refined technical quality, but also for the zeal and wisdom in which he articulates with clients.’
‘Wilson Mello Neto is a lawyer with extensive legal and executive experience. A born articulator with great skill in negotiation and discussions in the legal and political spheres.’
Wongtschowski Kleiman Advogados
Clients turn to dispute resolution boutique Wongtschowski Kleiman Advogados for ‘its excellent performance in complex cases‘ of national and international significance. Singled out for its ‘understanding of the Brazilian legal system and the procedural issues involved in arbitration proceedings’, the group is especially active in construction, real estate, technology and corporate disputes, including post-M&A arbitration. Founding partner Vânia Wongtschowski Kleiman possesses a strong reputation in the market given her longstanding experience in complex arbitral proceedings involving real estate, corporate and banking contracts, as well as the construction and retail sectors. Marília Canto Gusso has worked on several arbitration matters involving the technology, consumer goods and construction sectors, while Juliana Brotto De Barros Milaré excels in real estate cases. Domingos Fernando Refinetti, who primarily focuses on litigation, ‘stands out for his technical knowledge‘.
Responsables de la pratique:
Vânia Wongtschowski Kleiman; Marília Canto Gusso; Juliana Brotto de Barros Milaré; Domingos Fernando Refinetti
Les références
‘WK’s team is highly qualified. Its professionals have extensive experience and knowledge of arbitration. Additionally, they are very attentive and available to meet clients’ expectations.’
‘I would like to highlight the technical capacity of Vânia Wongtschowski Kleiman.’
‘It is an honour to work together with the WK team on the arbitration and civil litigation fronts. The firm’s differential is, without a doubt, its professionals. Their level of experience and availability make a difference.’
Principaux clients
Fimer
H. Aidar Pavimentação e Obras
Correia, Fleury, Gama e Silva Advgados
A ‘go-to‘ firm for arbitration proceedings under ICC and CAM-CCBC rules, among others, Correia, Fleury, Gama e Silva Advgados houses a team of ‘extremely engaged and qualified lawyers‘ with notable strength in disputes involving construction contracts, corporate law and shareholder conflicts. Brazilian banks, construction companies, retailers, real estate developers and private equity firms regularly turn to the arbitration department, which is jointly led by the highly regarded André De Luizi Correia, the ‘experienced‘ Letícia Abdalla, Rodrigo Ribeiro Fleury, and Luís Antonio da Gama e Silva Neto. Senior associate Renata Lorenzi Iório specialises in EPC-related disputes, while Berardino Di Vecchia Neto is active in cases involving construction, corporate disputes and energy contracts.
Responsables de la pratique:
André de Luizi Correia; Rodrigo Ribeiro Fleury; Luís Antonio da Gama e Silva Neto; Letícia Abdalla
Les références
‘CFGS exemplifies what a boutique firm should be. Strong focus and excellent knowledge combined with proactice approach and strategic acumen.’
‘André Correia and Letícia Abdalla are experienced, smart and hard-working, always keeping an eye on the client’s needs. They always deliver work of great quality and can be fully trusted with the client’s interests.’
‘Extremely engaged and qualified lawyers, with fast and efficient performance.’
Principaux clients
GP Investments
Grupo Pão de Açúcar
Grupo Odebrecht
Andrade Gutierrez Engenharia
Banco BTG Pactual
FLPP – Faria Lima Prime Properties
Sapura Energy do Brasil
HIG Capital
Klaff Realty, LP
Cnova
Dotz
Snef Energia e Telecomunicações
Sigdo Koopers Group
Sendas Distribuidora (Assaí Atacadista)
Pátria Investimentos
Rumo
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted CNO and Andrade Gutierrez in an ICC arbitration related to the construction of one of the world’s largest hydropower plants.
- Assisted CBD in a strategic dispute arising out of a sale and leaseback deal.
CMT – Carvalho, Machado e Timm Advogados
Led by Luciano Benetti Timm, the arbitration practice at CMT – Carvalho, Machado e Timm Advogados handles a variety of contentious matters, covering corporate and commercial disputes and cases in the engineering and agribusiness sectors, among others. Related arbitration-related court cases are a particular area of focus for the group. Practice head Timm, who is praised for his ‘excellent theoretical background’, has built a solid profile in the domestic market as an arbitrator in numerous proceedings. Other key individuals include Tiago Faganello, who coordinates the litigation department in Rio Grande do Sul, and Danilo Brum De Magalhães in São Paulo.
Responsables de la pratique:
Luciano Benetti Timm
Les références
‘It is a medium to large law firm, where clients receive personalised treatment. They are very attentive and of good technical quality.’
‘Luciano Timm has an excellent theoretical background.’
‘Danilo Brum possesses good experience in the procedural area, especially arbitration.’
Principaux clients
Meta Impressão e Soluções Digitais
Ambev
PPG Tintas Industriais
Lupatech
CCEE – Câmara de Comercialização de Energia Elétrica (Commercialization Chamber of Electric Energy)
Concessionária do Monotrilho Linha 18 Bronze e Estado de São Paulo
Iten Concessionária do Centro de Gestão Integrado do Distrito Federal
Unilever
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Iten Concessionária do Centro de Gestão Integrado do Distrito Federal in the filing of arbitral proceedings against the Government of the Brazilian Federal District aimed at seeking damages for the termination of a contract.
- Represented Lupatech in an arbitration involving an M&A and a breach of a non-compete clause.
Franco Leutewiler Henriques Advogados (FLH Advogados)
Founded in mid-2021, Franco Leutewiler Henriques Advogados (FLH Advogados) is regularly retained by leading domestic and international companies, including heavyweights from the energy sector, in complex arbitration matters. Aline Dias, who serves as counsel and arbitrator in domestic proceedings, is at the helm of the department, which is rated for its ‘technical and market knowledge of agribusiness and logistics‘. Guilherme Moura, who was promoted to partner in January 2023, frequently acts in corporate and contractual disputes. Entirely devoted to dispute resolution, Júlia Athayde focuses on strategic cases in the construction, corporate and energy segments.
Responsables de la pratique:
Aline Dias
Les références
‘Technical and market knowledge of agribusiness and logistics make the firm a strategic partner for the company.’
KLA Advogados
Commercial and civil disputes involving corporate, IP, insurance, construction and real estate issues populate KLA Advogados‘ arbitration caseload. Led by Tiago Cortez, a dispute resolution and antitrust partner, the group is called upon by clients from an array of industries, including food and beverages, telecoms and pharmaceuticals. Recently promoted partners Flávia Alterio, who specialises in contractual and construction disputes, and Taisa Oliveira, who is proficient in real estate and commercial cases, are the other names to note.
Responsables de la pratique:
Tiago Cortez; Flávia Alterio; Taísa Oliveira
Principaux clients
Iguá
Agreste Saneamento
M Nasser Advocacia Estratégica
M Nasser Advocacia Estratégica has a solid track record in arbitral disputes involving construction, M&A, corporate governance, commercial contracts and insurance. Rated for ‘his deep involvement in the cases‘, Paulo Magalhães Nasser ‘stands out for his experience in the area of arbitration‘, including domestic and cross-border proceedings. Camila Rezende Martins acts for Brazilian and multinational clients in an array of contentious matters. The team was reinforced by the arrival of senior associate Letícia Zuccolo from Wald, Antunes, Vita e Blattner Advogados in September 2022.
Responsables de la pratique:
Paulo Magalhães Nasser; Camila Rezende Martins
Les références
‘The arbitration team at M Nasser Advocacia Estratégica stands out for the fierce defense of its clients’ interests. Lawyers have an excellent understanding of Brazilian legislation and a solid track record in arbitration proceedings.’
‘Paulo Magalhães Nasser stands out for his experience in the area of arbitration and for his deep involvement in the cases.’
‘Young office, highly technical, which has been strengthening itself with important lateral hires.’
Principaux clients
Galderma Brasil
Galderma
Galvão Engenharia
Chubb Brasil Seguros
Marbrasa Mármores e Granitos do Brasil
Banco Fiduciário Internacional (Banco da República de Cabo Verde)
Gisa Investimentos
Rudloff Industrial
Sonda Supermercados
DIS Esportes e Eventos
HIG Capital
Leceres (current name of GJP Administradora de Hotéis)
Dpaschoal – Comércio Automotivo
Captiva Distribuidora
Fundiciones Balaguer
Setpar Participações
Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras
Mar Holding Participações
Concessionária Rota das Bandeiras
AGR Agricultura de Precisão
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for the sellers of Grupo Itapemirim in an arbitration involving the breach of the share purchase agreement.
- Advised Chubb on an insurance and reinsurance arbitration dispute involving the policy coverage related to the construction of ships.
- Assisted Moraira in a contractual dispute involving the implementation and operation of 17 cafeterias in two Volkswagen factories in Brazil.
Madrona Fialho Advogados
A result of the 2023 merger between Fialho Salles Advogados and Madrona Advogados, Madrona Fialho Advogados handles a mix of domestic and cross-border arbitration matters, demonstrating particular strength in engineering, construction and corporate disputes. Leonardo Canabrava has a wealth of experience in arbitration and mediation, and often acts as arbitrator before Brazilian and international chambers. He oversees the Belo Horizonte group with Leonardo Birchal, who maintains a broad practice in dispute resolution and non-contentious matters. Also at the helm of the practice and based in São Paulo, João Carlos Toledo is a key name to note for cases involving M&A and energy supply agreements, while Fábio Alem focuses on corporate and construction disputes. Luciano Velasque Rocha is also noted.
Responsables de la pratique:
Leonardo Birchal; Leonardo Canabrava; João Carlos Toledo; Fabio Alem; Luciano Velasque Rocha
Les références
‘The high technical level of the services provided makes the firm stand out.’
‘Fábio Além – a professional with deep technical knowledge – stands out in the team.’
‘Excellent value for money. Deep analysis of issues and proposes practical solutions.’
Principaux clients
Usina Siderúrgicas De Minas Gerais – Usiminas
Inspira Mudança Participações
Hap Engenharia
Sisnergy – Soluções e Sistemas Integrados
SPE Terminal
Shareholders In the Petra Group
BH Iluminação Pública
Axxiom Soluções Tecnológicas
Via Magna Construções e Empreendimentos
Mohallem Engenharia
LSM Participações
Parex Engenharia
Snef Energia e Telecomunicações
Energ Power
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for SPE Terminal Belo Horizonte in an arbitration involving the PPP between the client and the city of Belo Horizonte.
Siqueira Castro – Advogados
Jointly led by dispute resolution specialists Carlos Roberto Siqueira Castro and Daniela Soares Domingues in Rio de Janeiro, Siqueira Castro – Advogados‘ arbitration team acts for a varied corporate client base and individuals in proceedings involving civil, commercial, contractual, corporate, tax and IP law. Contractual breaches, shareholder disputes and the enforcement of arbitral awards are core areas of activity for the team, in which André Frossard Albuquerque, who is the main point of contact in the São Paulo office, stands out for his experience in real estate-related cases.
Responsables de la pratique:
Carlos Roberto Siqueira Castro; Daniela Soares Domingues
Principaux clients
Lempar Serviços e Participações
Construções e Comércio Camargo Corrêa
Citycon Engenharia e Construções
White Martins Gases Industriais
BSI Capital Securitizadora
Thomaz Bastos, Waisberg and Kurzweil Advogados
Best known for its capabilities in restructuring and insolvency matters, Thomaz Bastos, Waisberg and Kurzweil Advogados' dispute resolution team is active in arbitration proceedings arising from commercial, corporate and contractual disputes, with a particular emphasis on the energy, agribusiness and financial services sectors. These are key sector focuses for Ivo Waisberg and Ricardo Pomeranc Matsumoto, who jointly head the department with Joel Luís Thomaz Bastos, a specialist in corporate and banking-related arbitration. Senior associate Ana Cláudia de Olivera Rennó has acted as counsel in numerous cases.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ivo Waisberg; Joel Luís Thomaz Bastos; Ricardo Pomeranc Matsumoto
Les références
‘What makes TWK unique is the vast experience of partner Ivo Waisberg and his accurate strategies in arbitration.’
‘Partner Ivo Waisberg is an outstanding lawyer in arbitration. He has an ability to foresee the strategies that will succeed, in addition to having unparalleled agility and precision.’
‘The partners – in particular, Ivo Waisberg and Bruno Kurzweil – are excellent strategists and, therefore, manage to combine technique with efficient sponsorship of their clients’ interests. The teams are well integrated, they work very well.’
Toledo Marchetti Advogados
Toledo Marchetti Advogados, a boutique firm focused on the infrastructure and construction sectors, is particularly well placed to advise on arbitration matters involving the construction and implementation of infrastructure projects. A popular destination for project owners, concessionaires and contractors, the group is under the joint leadership of Ricardo Medina Salla, Leonardo Toledo da Silva and Adriana Regina Sarra de Deus. Lucas Russi Farah, who has previously worked at CAM-CCBC as a case manager responsible for arbitration proceedings related to corporate law, investment banking, construction and the energy sector, stands out at the associate level.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ricardo Medina Salla; Leonardo Toledo da Silva; Adriana Regina Sarra de Deus
Les références
‘The team is very professional, committed, well prepared, attentive, young and multidisciplinary.’
‘Knowledge of the infrastructure market.’
‘Availability, commitment, initiative.’
Vella Pugliese Buosi e Guidoni Advogados
Vella Pugliese Buosi e Guidoni Advogados is regularly instructed by clients operating in a range of sectors – including construction, oil and gas, power, technology and real estate – in relation to complex arbitration matters. The group has recently experienced an uptick in mandates involving capital markets, construction, shareholder and contractual disputes. Antonio Celso Pugliese regularly assists clients operating in the construction and financial services sectors in arbitration. Erik Sernik, who was promoted to the partnership in May 2022, has worked on several arbitral matters arising from commercial, financial and civil disputes.
Responsables de la pratique:
Antonio Celso Pugliese