Bermudes Advogados’ team is experienced in representing clients at all levels of the judiciary, with particular expertise in highly strategic domestic and cross-border disputes before the Superior Court of Justice and the Federal Supreme Court, as well as public civil litigation before administrative bodies and regulators. Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira, highlighted for his broad expertise in corporate disputes, co-leads the team alongside Fabiano Robalinho Cavalcanti, another name to note for commercial and corporate litigation, and Caetano Berenguer, who handles corporate, commercial and financial disputes in the real estate, banking, energy, technology, and other sectors. Rafaela Fucci is a key contact for civil, corporate and construction-related disputes, while Thaís Vasconcellos de Sá is sought after for her expertise in environmental, corporate and bankruptcy claims. Guilherme Valdetaro Mathias is praised for his ‘in-depth knowledge of insurance/reinsurance issues’.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The name of the firm precedes the professionals, and the professionals live up to the name. They are the best or among the best in the area in which they operate - civil litigation and arbitration. Well known and respected both by their peers and within the judiciary and arbitration chambers. They are not cheap, but they provide an excellent service.'
- ‘The firm has a highly specialised technical team and offers services customised to the needs of its clients. Its humanised treatment and flexibility in negotiating fees stand out.’
Key clients
- Vale
- Americanas
Work highlights
Defended Vale in its most important matters, including Brazil’s worst-ever environmental disaster: the collapse of the Fundão dam, owned and operated by Samarco Mineração S.A.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira; Fabiano Robalinho; Caetano Berenguer
Other key lawyers
Marcelo Carpenter; Guilherme Valdetaro Mathias; Rafaela Fucci; Thaís Vasconcellos de Sá