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Muriel Advogados
AV. PRES. JUSCELINO KUBITSCHEK 1455
SAO PAULO
Brazil

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Brazil > Dispute Resolution: Arbitration Tier 5

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.

Rising stars

Giovanny Russo - Muriel Advogados

Practice head(s):

Marcelo Muriel; Danilo Orenga

Testimonials

‘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.’

‘In my view, the great differential is the experience they have demonstrated in arbitrations and the effectiveness in seeking solutions that meet our needs.’

‘We were taken care of by a great team led by Danilo Orenga.’

Key clients

Nordex Energy Brasil

Acciona Construcción

Acciona Infraestructuras

Siemens Aktiengesellschaft

Andritz Hydro

Paper Excellence

Brazil > Dispute Resolution: Litigation Tier 7

Entirely devoted to dispute resolution, Muriel Advogados is a ‘go-to for any complex judicial or arbitral proceeding‘, particularly excelling in disputes in the infrastructure, construction, energy, healthcare and corporate spaces. The ‘technical, analytical and very experienced‘ team is under the joint leadership of Marcelo Muriel, whose experience in high-profile domestic and cross-border litigation spans three decades, and Danilo Orenga, noted for commercial, corporate and contractual conflicts. Associate Yasmim Fortes ‘deserves praise for her quality and potential‘.

Practice head(s):

Marcelo Muriel; Danilo Orenga

Testimonials

‘Muriel Advogados is a go-to for any complex judicial or arbitral proceeding. They have a deep knowledge of so many aspects of the law that you can be sure to always have the best strategy possible.’

‘High level of legal knowledge. High level of argumentation and contextualisation with appropriate concatenation of the various circumstances correlated with other disputes.’

‘Danilo Orenga Conceição: excellent coordination of the line of thought, strategy and line of action in different processes.’

‘Yasmim Silva Fortes: Extremely well written, coherent, clear and legally sound proposals.’

‘Danilo Orenga combines a deep knowledge with incredible talent and willingness to investigate all aspects of the client’s business to always construct the best strategy.’

‘The litigation team is technical, analytical and very experienced. Muriel and Danilo work very well together. The team of associates is also very good. They are young and ambitious. When I work with Muriel and Danilo I am always reassured that I will get the best results possible.’

‘I would like to praise Danilo Orenga’s works and ethics. Danilo is a very good negotiator and strategist. He is a star. Always prepared, knows the case law and can always come up with a good plan. Yasmim Fortes also deserves praise for her quality and potential.’

Key clients

Siemens

Acciona Construcción

Amico Saúde

Alice Operadora

Dryclean Usa do Brasil Lavanderias

Jive Investments

Andritz Hydro

Star Participações Rio Preto

Nordex Energy

Brascod – Comércio, Importação E Exportação (Grupo Rui Costa e Sousa)

Jonas Birger Arquitetura

Souza Cruz

Work highlights

Represents Amico Saúde in an enforcement proceeding filed by Banco Santos.
Acts for Brascod Comércio e Exportação in a compensation lawsuit against Vifrio arising from a commercial partnership.
Advises an individual in civil and criminal proceedings filed by J&F Investimentos concerning an interview given by the client to a major Brazilian newspaper.

A compelling profile of the dispute resolution boutique
Muriel Advogados is a dynamic and highly specialized dispute resolution boutique that excels in both domestic and international arbitration, as well as strategic civil litigation. Our team compromises exceptional partners, associates, and interns handpicked from Brazil’s top law schools, ensuring the highest caliber of legal expertise. Renowned for our ability to handle high-profile disputes, Muriel Advogados consciously maintains a smaller size to cultivate direct and personal connections with our esteemed clients.

The firm is led by partner Marcelo Muriel, an eminent figure in Brazilian Arbitration with over four decades of experience as counsel and arbitrator. He has been instrumental in shaping the arbitration landscape in Brazil, having chaired the inaugural panel of the Brazilian Arbitration Committee of the Brazilian Bar Association. Additionally, Muriel was responsible for the consolidation of one of the first arbitration teams in Brazil, at Pinheiro Neto Advogados, where he began his career and left after 22 years as one of the most respectable arbitrators in Brazil. Muriel has solidified his reputation as one of the nation’s most respected arbitrators thanks to his visionary approach, coupled with a profound understanding of complex legal intricacies, has earned him the trust and admiration of clients and colleagues alike.

With Marcelo Muriel at the helm, Muriel Advogados benefits from his unparalleled experience, unwavering dedication, and transformative leadership. His deep-rooted commitment to excellence and innovation continues to propel our firm’s reputation as a distinguished leader in the field of arbitration, reinforcing our position as a go-to destination for clients seeking unrivaled expertise and outstanding results.

Partner Danilo Orenga, a distinguished professional with 15 years of expertise in dispute resolution, has made significant contributions to the field. His impressive career spans business, commercial, corporate, and contract matters, representing influential entities in complex and strategic conflicts. Alongside his extensive practical experience, Danilo’s academic background shines, with post-graduation and master’s degrees underscoring his depth of knowledge. His scholarly pursuits are reflected in numerous legal articles and the book titled ‘Arbitration and Legal Precedents,’ which have been recognized and cited by various court of appeals, attesting to his legal acumen.

The arbitration department: Muriel Advogados boasts a specialized focus on arbitration cases within infrastructure, construction, and the energy sector. Our team represents major players in the Brazilian infrastructure and equipment market, diligently safeguarding their interests in significant projects and subway ventures nationwide. Current engagements encompass the construction of hydropower plants, wind farms, subway stations, liquefied natural gas terminals, thermal power plants, and transmission lines. Beyond outstanding representation, our arbitration team provides expert guidance in complex corporate and commercial disputes, catering to clients’ diverse needs.

The litigation department: Muriel Advogados’ litigation team is renowned for its prowess in infrastructure, construction, commercial, corporate, franchising and health insurance litigation. We steadfastly advocate for key players in the Brazilian market, protecting their interests in pivotal subway litigations, including those in Salvador and Fortaleza. Our litigation experts also offer consultancy services for clients seeking to proactively structure their businesses, mitigating the risk of future disputes. Additionally, our team excels in debt restructuring, equipping clients with the necessary tools to negotiate their obligations or assert their rights to ensure the recovery of their credits.

By combining our unparalleled expertise, strategic approach, and unwavering commitment to our clients, Muriel Advogados consistently delivers exceptional results in the most complex and demanding legal matters.

Department	Name	Email	Telephone
Arbitration and Litigation	Marcelo Muriel	mmuriel@muriel.adv.br	+55 11 3090-4088
Litigation and Arbitration	Danilo Orenga	dorenga@muriel.adv.br	+55 11 3090-4088

Photo	Name	Position	Profile
	Mr Marcelo Muriel	Marcelo Muriel is the founding partner of Muriel Advogados. He acts in…	View Profile
	Mr Danilo Orenga	Danilo Orenga is a partner at Muriel Advogados. He has a strong…	View Profile