The dispute resolution practice at Franco Leutewiler Henriques Advogados (FLH Advogados) handles a substantial caseload across the agribusiness, finance, infrastructure, energy, and other regulated sectors. Based in São Paulo, Nancy Gombossy de Melo Franco and Thiago Soares Gerbasi enjoy strong reputations in agribusiness-related litigation. Other key team members include Aline Dias and Guilherme Moura, who are noted for their significant experience in corporate, investment and infrastructure-related disputes.
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  • ‘The firm is highly specialised and has an extremely qualified team in the area of ​​litigation. The partners are directly involved in the strategies, and the team of lawyers maintains a high level of service.'

  • ‘The firm stands out for its technical excellence and the active involvement of its partners, who are always available to meet the needs of their clients. The quality of the service provided is unparalleled, with a highly qualified team dedicated to offering innovative and effective legal solutions. The combination of technical expertise and a deep commitment to client satisfaction makes this firm unique in the national legal market.'

  • 'FLH is our priority partner for litigation matters. The combination of technical and business knowledge is a differentiator in supporting our company’s decision-making process.'

  • 'Partners Thiago Gerbasi and Aline Dias are incredible professionals and partners, providing outstanding support to a company operating in a dynamic sector that requires fast and effective decisions. Both are backed by a distinguished team that has worked together for a long time and is extremely competent.'

  • 'The firm has strategic knowledge of the agribusiness sector, combined with specialised legal expertise. Partners Nancy Franco and Thiago Gerbasi stand out in legal advisory services.'

Key clients

  • Viterra Brasil S.A.
  • Santher – Fábrica de Papel Santa Therezinha S/A
  • Virgo Companhia de Securitização
  • ADM do Brasil Ltda.
  • COFCO International
  • Eurochem Fertilizantes Tocantins
  • Nordex Energy
  • Raízen Group
  • Louis Dreyfus Company Group
  • Gavilon do Brasil Comércio de Produtos Agrícolas Ltda.
  • Banco BTG Pactual Group
  • Nubank

Work highlights

Secured a favourable ruling for CGG Trading S.A., reversing a $6.5m enforcement action against the company.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Nancy Franco; Thiago Gerbasi; Aline Dias; Guilherme Moura