TozziniFreire earns praise for its 'multidisciplinary approach and strategic solutions for the most complex legal challenges', representing clients in a wide array of disputes related to shareholder agreements, corporate transactions, infrastructure projects, and finance contracts. Based in São Paulo, Fernando Eduardo Serec leads the group and is sought after for his expertise in domestic and international arbitrations, especially in the financial, construction, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Luis Renato Ferreira da Silva brings additional strength in energy-related cases from Porto Alegre. Lucas Britto Mejias and Guilherme Carneiro Monteiro Nitschke are noted for their roles in complex commercial arbitrations, particularly those involving M&A and commercial contracts. Maria Isabel de Sá Dias stands out at the senior associate level for her involvement in major arbitral proceedings involving an array of disputes.
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Litigation, Arbitration, Mediation, Technology & Innovation
Position
Partner and firm's CEO
Career
TozziniFreire’s CEO and head of the Litigation and Arbitration practice groups, Fernando has broad experience in litigation and international arbitrations involving real estate matters, complex financial contracts, and a wide range of administrative law issues. He has worked on international arbitrations in Brazil, USA, and Europe at major international and local arbitration institutions involving mergers and acquisitions, joint venture agreements, financial and banking disputes, infrastructure projects, insurance coverage, construction contracts, distribution agreements, and intellectual property issues, among other areas.
Languages
English.
Memberships
- President of the AMCHAM Arbitration and Meditation Centre's Advisory Council.
- Member of the Advisory Council of the Brazil Corporate Arbitration Chamber (CAMARB - Câmara de Arbitragem Empresarial Brasil).
- Member of the Advisory Board of ITA (Institute for Transnational Arbitration).
- Member of CBAr (Brazilian Arbitration Committee).
- Member of IADC (International Association of Defense Counsel).
Education
- Studied at the Academy of American and International Law, organized by the Center for American and International Law, USA, 1993.
- Master's degree in Civil Law from the Law School of USP (Universidade de São Paulo), 1992.
- Graduate of the Law School of Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie, 1985.
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Testimonials
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‘TozziniFreire stands out in the national legal scene for its excellent service provision and the high level of specialisation of its team. The quality of service is a distinguishing feature, guided by ethics, transparency and commitment to the interests of its clients.'
'The team is highly qualified, composed of experienced professionals specialised in various areas of law, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach and strategic solutions for the most complex legal challenges. Another major distinguishing feature is the strong culture of collaboration among lawyers, allowing for integrated work that adds value to clients. The personalised service model and the ability to anticipate legal risks make Tozzini Freire one of the most respected and recommended law firms in Brazil. ’
‘The entire team at Tozzini Freire Advogados is highly qualified. We highlight Lucas Mejias, who demonstrates exceptional technical expertise and an innovative approach to solving complex legal issues. He is recognised for his analytical precision and ability to deal with highly complex legal challenges, always offering strategic and efficient solutions.'
Key clients
- Acciona Infraestructuras Brasil Lex Finance Advisory S.A.C. CCEE - Câmara de Comercialização de Energia Elétrica BA Glass Brasil Ltda. Fras-le Ezra Moise Safra MHFT – Investimentos S/A Eletrobras CGT Eletrosul Canadian Solar Inc. Nebras Power Greenbrier Maxion – Equipamentos Ferroviários S.A. and Amsted Maxion Fundição Equipamentos Ferroviários (GBMX) Aeroporto do Nordeste do Brasil S.A. (ANB) Hormel Foods Rio Verde Engenharia e Construções Ltda. TESB – Transmissora de Energia Sul Brasil S.A. Volkswagen Do Brasil Suez Water Technologies and Solutions Brasil Tratamento de Águas Ltda. Clinipam – Clínica Paranaense De Assistência Médica Autonomy Investimentos Davi Holanda Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Transportation Systems Brasil Ltda. Acciona Infraestructuras Brasil Lex Finance Advisory S.A.C. CCEE - Câmara de Comercialização de Energia Elétrica BA Glass Brasil Ltda. Fras-le Ezra Moise Safra MHFT – Investimentos S/A Eletrobras CGT Eletrosul Canadian Solar Inc. Nebras Power Greenbrier Maxion – Equipamentos Ferroviários S.A. and Amsted Maxion Fundição Equipamentos Ferroviários (GBMX) Aeroporto do Nordeste do Brasil S.A. (ANB) Hormel Foods Rio Verde Engenharia e Construções Ltda. TESB – Transmissora de Energia Sul Brasil S.A. Volkswagen Do Brasil Suez Water Technologies and Solutions Brasil Tratamento de Águas Ltda. Clinipam – Clínica Paranaense De Assistência Médica Autonomy Investimentos Davi Holanda Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Transportation Systems Brasil Ltda. Acciona Infraestructuras Brasil Lex Finance Advisory S.A.C. CCEE - Câmara de Comercialização de Energia Elétrica BA Glass Brasil Ltda. Fras-le Ezra Moise Safra MHFT – Investimentos S/A Eletrobras CGT Eletrosul Canadian Solar Inc. Nebras Power Greenbrier Maxion – Equipamentos Ferroviários S.A. and Amsted Maxion Fundição Equipamentos Ferroviários (GBMX) Aeroporto do Nordeste do Brasil S.A. (ANB) Hormel Foods Rio Verde Engenharia e Construções Ltda. TESB – Transmissora de Energia Sul Brasil S.A. Volkswagen Do Brasil Suez Water Technologies and Solutions Brasil Tratamento de Águas Ltda. Clinipam – Clínica Paranaense De Assistência Médica Autonomy Investimentos Davi Holanda Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Transportation Systems Brasil Ltda.