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Perdiz de Jesus Advogados Associados

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Perdiz de Jesus Advogados Associados acts on high-value dispute resolution mandates, offering expertise in corporate and commercial disputes, as well as compensation claims, contractual breaches, and indemnity actions. The practice is adept at handling proceedings before the higher courts in Brasília and the federal regional courts. Founder José Perdiz de Jesus represents domestic and international clients in civil and procedural litigation before the Supreme Federal Court and the Superior Electoral Court. Rodrigo Neiva Pinheiro  focuses on administrative and civil litigation, with a particular focus on appellate matters before the superior courts.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The firm has in-depth knowledge of the higher courts, the resources to be handled and the procedural strategies to be followed. Because they are familiar with the courts, they are able to efficiently process appeals and cases and support arguments.'

  • 'Their professional staff is highly qualified and well-prepared, which is why they have achieved considerable success in both lower and higher courts. An important point is that they understand the client and do not work as service providers, but as partners.’

  • ‘José Perdiz, who heads the firm, has extensive knowledge of the courts and the profile of the judges. He seeks to get to know the client and the arguments, formatting the best procedural strategy.'

  • 'Rodrigo is another partner who acts diligently and coordinates the activities of the other lawyers masterfully, with a focus on the client. Isabela has excellent technical knowledge, are focused on solutions and have outstanding performance.’

  • ‘The firm has over 30 years of experience in litigation, with a focus on higher courts. The firm's greatest asset is its excellent reputation among peers and judges, especially ministers of the STJ and STF. The extensive experience of its partners and the quality and commitment of the entire team make them known for developing innovative and successful legal strategies.’

  • ‘José stands out for his vast experience in higher courts and for his in-depth knowledge of the ins and outs of the Judiciary, which allows him to develop accurate strategies in several courts in Brazil and, in particular, in the Superior Courts.'

Key clients

  • Suno S.A.
  • Globo Comunicações e Participações S.A.
  • The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF)
  • Empresa Sul-Americana de Montagens S.A. (EMSA)
  • Associação Mato-grossense de Plantadores de Algodão (AMPA)
  • Associação dos Produtores de Soja e Milho do Estado do Mato Grosso (Aprosoja)
  • Banco Cooperativo Sicoob S.A.
  • Gran Nutriz
  • Editora Globo S.A.
  • GP – Comércio de Petróleo
  • Algodoeira Zandonadi
  • Centro de Educação Superior de Brasília (CESB)

Work highlights

Represented Associação Mato-grossense dos Plantadores de Algodão (AMPA) andAssociação Brasileira dos Produtores de Algodão (ABRAPA) in a case that discusses the timeframe of the definition of the legal-constitutional status of tenure relations in areas of traditional indigenous occupation.
Represented CBF in a lawsuit filed against Marfrig Alimentos S.A. with the purpose of receiving payment for damages due to the counterparty’s breach of a sponsorship contract signed by the companies.
Represented Globo Comunicação e Participações S.A. in a lawsuit filed by Chico Mendes’ Family regarding alleged unauthorised use of his life story in a documentary.

Practice head

José Perdiz de Jesus

Other key lawyers

Rodrigo Neiva Pinheiro; Luanna Esselin Perdiz de Jesus; Isabela Nascimento Ferreira