Standing out for its expertise in maritime disputes, Salomão Advogados is a preferred choice for major liners operating in Brazil as well as companies in the offshore maritime support sector. The practice is jointly led by Livia Sancio, whose expertise in dispute resolution is complemented by her deep knowledge of contractual analysis; Rodrigo Cotta, who brings extensive experience across dispute resolution, arbitration, and advisory work; and Luis Felipe Salomão Filho, a specialist in shipyard construction. Additionally, Pedro Neiva de Santana Neto, who joined the firm in March 2024, contributes expert knowledge in the oil and gas sector.
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Accolades

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The partner who stands out is Livia Sancio, along with associates Marcela Melichar and Luiza Assis. They are always available to the client, providing immediate feedback and the necessary support.’
  • ‘It is the absolute benchmark for intelligent, technical, and results-oriented work. With a highly qualified team that combines profound legal knowledge with a precise reading of complex scenarios, the firm develops innovative arguments, conducts litigation with excellence, and transforms legal challenges into strategic opportunities for its clients.’

Key clients

  • ELEVA QUÍMICA CMA CGM SOCIÉTÉ ANONYME BAKER HUGHES BRAM OFFSHORE TRANSPORTES MARÍTIMOS LTDA. OCEANPACT GEOCIENCIAS LTDA. MERCOSUL LINE, TRANSPORT MODEC DO BRASIL SERVIÇOS DE PETRÓLEO LTDA. TECNOGRAN AGRONUTRIENTES MINERVA S.A. NORSUL UP OFFSHORE MARÉ ALTA NORCOAST LOGISTICA S.A. OCEANPACT SERVIÇOS MARITIMOS S.A. BRASBUNKER AMBIPAR RESPONSE CBO, OIL AND GAS BELOV ENGENHARIA S.A. FUGRO ELEVA QUÍMICA LTDA. JSC BELARUSIAN POTASH COMPANY – BPC SULNORTE WILSON SONS MRS LOGÍSTICA S.A. FERTICORE INDUSTRIA E COMERCIO DE FERTILIZANTES E MINERAIS LTDA. ENBEL S/A

Work highlights

Assisted UP Offshore with an indemnity lawsuit against Petrobras due to the early termination of the charter agreement for the vessel UP Coral.
Practice head

Livia Sancio; Rodrigo Cotta; Luis Felipe Salomão Filho; Pedro Neiva de Santana Neto