‘Made up of highly technically competent individuals who understand the difficulties foreign clients face in litigating in Brazil’, the dispute resolution team at Mattos Filho is seen with great regularity defending large multinationals and Brazilian conglomerates in complex, highly sensitive and bet-the-company litigation across numerous industries, including tech, energy, mining, financial services and infrastructure. Commercial litigation, insolvency cases and class actions are among Alex Hatanaka’s key areas of experience, while Arthur Parente primarily focuses on commercial, corporate and M&A disputes. Fernando Dantas M. Neustein stands out for his strong track record in product liability cases across the tobacco, tech, food and beverages, and pharmaceutical sectors. Other noteworthy practitioners include Isabela Campos Vidigal Takahashi de Siqueira, another key contact for class actions, and Nicole Moreira, recommended for her expertise in judicial and administrative litigation involving data protection, and the internet, entertainment and infrastructure sectors.
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Testimonials
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‘The experience of working with Mattos Filho has been very enriching and beneficial. The team is made up of highly technically competent individuals who understand the difficulties foreign clients face in litigating in Brazil. The image they convey is one of rigour and in-depth knowledge of the reality of Brazilian courts in their various aspects and instances.'
‘Mattos Filho stands out for its excellence in litigation, combining deep technical knowledge, strategic vision and a multidisciplinary approach. We are pleased with the work performed and the handling of our cases.'
‘Among the professionals who stand out in the Mattos Filho litigation team, Stefano Motta deserves special recognition for his technical knowledge and strategic vision. His performance is marked by a commitment to excellence, in addition to the ability to conduct complex litigation with efficiency and precision.'
‘The conversation is very direct and fluid, which makes things much easier, considering that working in the tech environment requires a lot of dynamism and flexibility from external partners. It is great to be able to count on frank and technical external advice, professionals who are not afraid to present their point of view even if it means disagreeing with the client or frustrating expectations.'
‘I highly recommend Isabela Siqueira and Nicole Moreira.'
‘Mattos Filho stands out due to the technical background and vast experience of its partners and lawyers, in addition to having an efficient administrative/financial structure.'
Key clients
- Google Brasil Internet Ltda.
- Netflix Entretenimento Brasil Ltda.
- J.P. Morgan Securities LLC
- Banco Bradesco S.A.
- Eletropaulo Metropolitana Eletricidade de São Paulo
- WhatsApp LLC (Meta Group)
- Philip Morris
- CAOA Group
- BHP Billiton
- Norsk Hydro Brasil Ltda.
- Acciona Construcción S.A.
- Lightcom Comercializadora de Energia S.A.
Work highlights
Represents BHP Billiton in several strategic cases related to the collapse of the Fundão mine tailings dam in Mariana, operated by Samarco, a joint venture between BHP and Vale S.A., the greatest environmental disaster in Brazil's history and one of the largest in the world.
Represents Philip Morris Brasil in a large-scale case filed by the Federal Government seeking reimbursement of healthcare costs associated with tobacco-related diseases against the major tobacco companies in Brazil.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Isabela Campos Vidigal Takahashi de Siqueira
Other key lawyers
Alex Hatanaka; André Chateaubriand Martins; Arthur Parente; Eduardo Damião Gonçalves; Maricí Giannico; Fabio Ozi; Ricardo Junqueira; Fernando Dantas M. Neustein; Isabela Campos Vidigal Takahashi de Siqueira; Stefano Motta; Nicole Moreira; Thais Arza Monteiro; Ligia Lima Godoy