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Baker McKenzie

Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded

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Baker McKenzie

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Baker McKenzie's litigation lawyers in Miami are recognized locally and internationally for handling high risk commercial litigation matters. The team is renowned for its ability to resolve complex commercial controversies and have had a string of successful results, which has led to a healthy pipeline of work. This reputation has prompted numerous multinational companies as well as governments to select us for appeals and to work on major litigation matters. As a result, we are repeatedly retained on complex commercial, corporate and securities disputes as well as senior management (individual) and board-level white-collar crime investigations.

Rebranded litigation team, strong track record: The team consists of a combination of impressive individuals that have a strong record and close relationships with key decision makers in the market. As a former president of the Federal Bar Association's South Florida Chapter and a member of its executive board, William Roppolo is well-known by all the Judges and has a well-established relationship with them. This is a unique selling point of the team and has firmly cemented William Roppolo's status as one of South Florida's 'Top Lawyers.' William serves as the chair of our North American Trial Team. 

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Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded - Florida

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Baker McKenzie has a South Florida-based practice that leverages the firm's substantial international network to act for multinational clients in a broad range of commercial disputes, with considerable expertise in cases relating to Brazil. The team possesses impressive capabilities in banking and finance-related matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie continued to represent Banco do Brasil as a creditor in the bankruptcy of Brazilian airline Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes.

Strengths

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  • The firm's service is consistently prompt, reliable and solution-oriented. The team responds quickly, even under pressure, and always provides clear, thoughtful guidance tailored to business needs.

    Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • The firm has a proven ability to navigate complex and sophisticated matters with precision, drawing on deep subject matter expertise and global resources to develop practical, strategic solutions.

    Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • Baker McKenzie, with its global team of attorneys, has a very deep bench to support virtually any legal issues.

    Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • The firm's commitment to innovation, diversity and thought leadership positions it not just as a legal adviser, but as a strategic partner who helps shape the future of business and law.

    Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • The team's technical expertise in complex, cross-border matters is matched by an ability to translate that knowledge into clear, actionable strategies.

    Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Daniela Fonseca Puggina
    Band 3Daniela Fonseca Puggina

    Daniela Fonseca Puggina

    Daniela Fonseca Puggina stands out for her wealth of expertise in a range of cross-border disputes. She offers notable expertise in matters concerning the financial services sector.
    • Daniela provides outstanding and prompt service. She very quickly coordinates with appropriate legal experts around the globe.

      Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • She is very strong and excels in delivering results.

      Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • Daniela is a talented lawyer – always listening to our needs and providing best-in-class service.

      Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • Daniela is really committed and client-oriented. She is a lawyer who we can count on for enlightened legal solutions that are business-oriented and practical.

      Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • Daniela handles complex matters with clarity and precision, while her strong commercial awareness ensures that her advice is always aligned with our strategic and operational goals.

      Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • Band 4William V Roppolo
    Band 4William V Roppolo

    William V Roppolo

    William Roppolo stands out for his adept handling of commercial litigation and offers notable expertise in matters involving employment issues, bankruptcy and alleged fraud.
    • He provides great-quality representation for his clients. He is courteous, personable and caring. He makes the client feel that he will pursue justice on their behalf, and he does so.

      Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA

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