Noted for its ‘qualified team with experience in complex actions’, the litigation practice at Stocche Forbes Advogados is retained by numerous high-profile clients in the energy, real estate, construction and food industries, among others. The team handles a mix of civil and commercial disputes, and is also well placed to advise on class actions involving consumer and environmental law. Owing to its strong presence in the energy sector, the team is especially active in cases involving power production and distribution. The ’experienced, thoughtful‘ Rafael Passaro boasts a wealth of experience in litigation and arbitration proceedings. Luis Guilherme Aidar Bondioli has notable strength in energy sector conflicts, while Guilherme Gaspari Coelho typically handles matters relating to damage claims, corporate governance and competition. Wilson Newton de Mello Neto is another name to note in the team, rated for his ’great technical and business knowledge‘.
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Testimonials
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‘Very technical team, with on-time delivery and able to handle complex subjects.’
‘High knowledge of the law and the market.'
‘Wilson Newton de Mello Neto: great technical and business knowledge, easy, clear and precise communication.’
‘Technical capacity and availability for discussions are a big difference. Direct involvement of the partner makes the team robust to face complex processes.’
‘Rafael Passaro and Maria Lucia Cetraro have impeccable technique. They are diligent and think outside the box to find solutions to the issues presented.'
‘The firm responds promptly to our demands. It is always available, with a qualified team with experience in complex actions.’
‘Rafael Passaro is an experienced, thoughtful partner. Delivers early results.'
Key clients
- Erbe Incorporadora
- Danone
- Tishman Speyer
- Hypera
- Autonomy
- Tegra
- Pátria
- GTIS
- SEW
- Medtronic
Work highlights
Assisted Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL as amicus curiae in Declaratory Action of Constitutionality no. 7408, filed by the Workers’ Party, the political party of Brazil’s current President, at the Supreme Court of Brazil.
Acted for Hypera S.A. and others in a lawsuit that discusses the procedure of recall of medicines as defined by ANVISA.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Rafael Passaro; Luis Guilherme Bondioli; Guilherme Gaspari Coelho; Wilson Newton de Mello Neto
Other key lawyers
Maria Lucia Pereira Cetraro