Clients turn to the dispute resolution practice at Wongtschowski Kleiman Advogados for its broad experience in contract, consumer, administrative, antitrust, real estate, and corporate disputes. The litigation team is jointly led by five practitioners: Vânia Wongtschowski Kleiman focuses on cases involving the construction and retail industries; Marília Canto Gusso is especially active in the construction, technology, and retail sectors; Juliana Brotto De Barros Milaré handles judicial reorganisations and bankruptcy proceedings; Domingos Fernando Refinetti is proficient in debt restructuring and insolvency matters; and Rubens Opice handles judicial and arbitral disputes concerning corporate law, commercial contracts and construction.
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Testimonials
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‘The firm is technically highly qualified, with significant expertise in complex disputes and arbitration. The partners are highly involved in the cases, always adding value with a strategic, pro-business vision and promoting technically sophisticated solutions.’
‘Vania Wongtschowski: Exceptionally skilled in dealing with clients and counterparties, being firm but conciliatory and pro-resolution. Domingos Refinetti: Decades of experience, strategic vision and combativeness, truly embracing the client's cause.’
‘A very specialised team which is involved in the cases. They deliver high-quality work.’
‘Vania Wongtshowky stands out for her leadership and strategic vision. Marília Canto Gusso is noted for her performance and involvement in the cases.’
‘Wongtschowski Kleiman Advogados stands out in the legal market for its technical excellence, strategic approach and continuous innovation. With a team highly specialised in corporate law, strategic civil litigation and arbitration, the firm offers personalised and effective solutions to clients from various sectors. Its distinguishing feature is its consultinge and preventive approach, fast and close service, and high specialisation in complex disputes. The firm invests in technology for data analysis and case management, flexible billing models and a culture of diversity and collaboration. By combining tradition and innovation, Wongtschowski Kleiman Advogados has positioned itself as a reference in corporate law and strategic litigation in Brazil.’
‘Wongtschowski Kleiman Advogados stands out not only for its technical excellence and strategic approach, but also for its female leadership in handling complex and strategic cases. The presence of leading female partners reflects the firm’s commitment to diversity and the appreciation of female talent in the legal market. ’
Key clients
- Adroaldo Moura da Silva e Samuel Assayag Hanan
- DNS Empreendimentos Imobiliários Ltda.
- Racional Engenharia Ltda.
- Itaú Unibanco S.A.
- Vértico II Participações Ltda.
- Companhia de Gás de São Paulo – COMGÁS
- CAP Administração e Participações Ltda.
- Diase Construções Ltda.
- Beazley Furlonge Limited
- Dexco S.A.
- Cielo S.A.
- Swiss Renewable Power Partners S.A.R.L
Work highlights
Assisted a group of investors in a dispute over the sale of shares in Empresa Patrimonial Industrial IV S/A (EPI), involving tax liabilities of R$72.3m related to Amazonas Shopping Centre and Shopping Pátio Belém.
Represented a client in a property dispute regarding land adjacent to Amazonas Shopping Centre, in which Rio Negro Locação de Imóveis Ltda. seeks demarcation, restitution, and damages.
Defended a client in a R$114.5m dispute involving a loan agreement linked to the development of shopping centres.
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Practice head
Vânia Wongtschowski Kleiman; Marília Canto Gusso; Juliana Brotto de Barros Milaré; Domingos Fernando Refinetti; Rubens Opice Filho