The litigation team at Ferro, Castro Neves, Daltro & Gomide Advogados is a key destination for complex, high-stakes disputes across a wide range of regulated sectors. These include the retail, energy, financial, oil and gas, and automotive industries, among others. The team has notable experience representing clients in cases that reach the higher courts, such as the Supreme Court and the Superior Court of Justice, handling both domestic and cross-border matters. Based in Rio de Janeiro, Marcelo Ferro, who focuses on civil, corporate and contractual disputes, co-leads the team alongside José Roberto de Castro Neves, noted for his expertise in litigation involving civil, commercial, administrative, contractual and consumer claims. Gustavo Birenbaum is well-regarded for his work in administrative litigation. Clients also turn to Karina Goldberg for her expertise in litigation involving the oil and gas, financial services, and automotive sectors, while Natalia Mizrahi Lamas is especially active in the oil and gas and healthcare sectors.
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- 'FCDG is remarkable for its ability to respond quickly and excellently to clients’ needs, addressing legal matters in an agile and efficient manner. The team demonstrates a proactive attitude, anticipating issues and proposing solutions before they become critical. Fees are fair and proportional to the service provided, offering excellent value for money considering the sophistication of the work delivered, the complexity of the matters and the technical level of the team.'
- 'The team has a strong business orientation, deeply understanding our needs and objectives, which allows them to offer strategic and practical advice. The partners, especially Marcelo Ferro and Karina Goldberg, maintain constant and close communication with us, ensuring we are always well-informed about the progress of our cases and available for any queries. Not to mention, they are extremely polite and kind individuals, which was fundamental during moments of high pressure within the company. In addition to the partners, they are clearly training a second generation that is already standing out in the market, such as Felipe Basto.'
- 'The firm has a very strong team at all levels, with partners who possess extensive business and legal experience, and who can clearly understand the context and objectives of each party, seeking the best path forward. In addition, they have a younger team that is able to execute swiftly as needed. They also view the relationship as a long-term one, aiming to be the “partner of choice” for all relevant litigation and arbitration matters.'
- 'We have had a relationship of several years with Antonio Pedro Souza. We have full confidence in him, not only in the legal aspect but also in his ability to deeply understand the matter, the risks and strengths of a potential arbitral or legal dispute to the end, and the objectives of each side, in order to pursue the best route on each occasion, whether through legal means or direct negotiation. He is also very available and seeks to build long-term relationships with us.'
Key clients
- BP p.l.c. and BP Biocombustíveis S/A
- Agasus S.A.
- Soares Penido
- Eneva
- Cosan
- Btg Pactual
- BANCO GENIAL
- Heineken
- Andrade Gutierrez
- Ambev
- Volkswagen
- Sapura Navegação Marítima S.A.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Marcelo Ferro; José Roberto De Castro Neves
Other key lawyers
Rodrigo Cogo; Antonio Pedro de Souza; Karina Goldberg; Natalia Mizrahi Lamas; Gustavo Birenbaum; Leonardo Marins; Julia Grabowsky Basto Fleichman; Felipe Basto