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Barakat + Bossa’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution Practice delivers the caliber of advocacy expected from Big Law—refined through a boutique model that prioritizes agility, clarity, and client partnership. We handle high-stakes, cross-border, and industry-defining disputes for global businesses, private companies, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits across sectors including international trade, real estate, retail, and sports.

Our trial-first philosophy shapes every case. We build strong factual records from day one and use speed and strategy to drive better outcomes. We invest heavily in attorney development to ensure every team member is prepared to lead in high-pressure scenarios.

Led by board-certified business litigators with experience in federal and state courts, arbitration forums, and international matters, our team is trusted in disputes with significant financial, legal, and reputational stakes.

Representative Experience:

  • Representation a business advisor in a $4.3B dispute over a battery tech development deal.
  • Defense of a global automotive company in a $500M cross-border trademark and defamation case.
  • Litigated a $100M governance dispute in a real estate investment fund.
  • Representation of a public figure in a $50M+ defamation suit involving likeness rights.
  • Coordinated defense in a $120M multi-jurisdictional product liability and bankruptcy matter.
  • Prosecuted trademark claims against a major sports organization for brand misuse.

Chambers Review

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Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded - Florida

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Barakat + Bossa offers clients strength in a wide array of complex business litigation, with experience spanning ownership, noncompete and contract-related disputes. The firm is sought after by both corporates and individuals, and possesses a wealth of trial expertise.

Work Highlights

  • Barakat + Bossa represented motorcycle maker Marco Antonio Soriano as defendant in a trademark infringement and false advertising lawsuit.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Brian Barakat
5
Brian Barakat
5
Band 5

Brian Barakat is a noted trial lawyer whose experience spans IP litigation, contract disputes and breach of fiduciary duty claims.

Brian excels to a high level to the benefit of clients and the legal world in general.

Brian is a highly experienced litigator who is distinguished by his deep expertise in law and litigation, paired with his strategic insight and unwavering commitment to achieving results.

Brian has diverse knowledge that helps guide his clients through the litigation process.

Brian is a risk-taker and is willing to go to bat for his clients no matter what it takes. He has a great courtroom demeanor and is skilled in trials.

Brian is very sophisticated at business litigation and is very involved with the business community.

Giacomo Bossa
5
Giacomo Bossa
5
Band 5

Giacomo Bossa is experienced in a variety of commercial litigation including IP matters and real estate disputes.

What sets Giacomo apart is his combination of legal sophistication, responsiveness and strong commercial judgment.

Giacomo consistently aligns litigation strategy with the client’s broader business objectives. His client service is excellent, and he is reliable, communicative and proactive.

Giacomo brings strong commercial awareness to every engagement, providing practical, business-focused guidance that adds real value.

Giacomo is extremely talented and one of the smartest people you'll ever meet. He is also very quick on his feet, hard-working and diligent.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Litigation: General Commercial

Brian Barakat
5
Brian Barakat
5
Band 5
Giacomo Bossa
5
Giacomo Bossa
5
Band 5

Members

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Andrew Peters

Angelique Gulla

Barış Han Özkan

Brian Barakat

Head of Department

Elizabeth Arritola

Giacomo Bossa

Jocelyne Macelloni

Laura Rodriguez

Manoela Hackmeier

Nick Diego

Patrick Furman

Paula Ibarra

Pavla Vítková

Tereza Horáková

Terrence Ayala

Thalia Zagalo Pacheco

Zalman Kass

Industries

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ART LAW

BANKRUPTCY & CREDITOR RIGHTS

BUSINESS DISPUTES

COMMERCIAL LITIGATION

CONTRACT DISPUTES

CORPORATE TRANSACTIONAL

FACTORING

LABOR & EMPLOYMENT DISPUTES

MERCHANT PROCESSING

PARTNERSHIP DISPUTES

REAL ESTATE