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Bermudes Advogados

Crisis Management

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Bermudes Advogados

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Bermudes Advogados

Bermudes Advogados, founded in 1969, is nationally and internationally acknowledged as the Brazilian leader in litigation, arbitration, and insolvency law. Over the past 5 decades, the firm has represented companies operating in all commercial activities.


Crisis Management law practice area

The firm's crisis management practice area is a strategic powerhouse, adept at navigating the most complex legal challenges.

The partners excel in crisis prevention and resolution, providing unparalleled support in even the most demanding situations. With meticulous risk analysis and strategic planning, they craft tailored solutions for each scenario.

From effective communication strategies to skilled negotiation and legal expertise, the firm ensures comprehensive crisis resolution while safeguarding its clients' interests.

Chambers Review

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Crisis Management - Brazil

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Bermudes Advogados is a highly regarded firm based in Rio de Janeiro, earning strong praise in crisis management for its support to prominent clients through complex and delicate situations.

Work Highlights

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  • Bermudes represented Vale in resolving litigation stemming from the 2015 Fundão dam collapse, leading negotiations with public authorities that resulted in a BRL170 billion settlement ratified by Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court in November 2024.

Strengths

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  • Bermudes Advogados’ ability to handle complex, high-pressure situations that require agile responses is beyond question.

    Crisis Management respondentBrazil
  • Bermudes Advogados demonstrates deep expertise in crisis management and complex litigation.

    Crisis Management respondentBrazil
  • Excellent availability and technical knowledge are distinguishing features of Bermudes' team.

    Crisis Management respondentBrazil

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Thaís Vasconcellos de Sá
    Band 2Thaís Vasconcellos de Sá

    Thaís Vasconcellos de Sá

    Thaís Vasconcellos is praised by clients and peers for her expertise in large-scale judicial recoveries, crisis management and arbitrations, primarily involving the civil construction and energy sectors.

    • Thais is indeed one of a kind in her generation of lawyers. I would 100% recommend her for crisis management work.

      Crisis Management respondentBrazil
    • Very talented lawyer. Thais' knowledge of various aspects of negotiation and legal matters has impressed me and my colleagues on multiple occasions.

      Crisis Management respondentBrazil
    • Thais brings together technical ability, in-depth knowledge of the client's business, and extensive expertise, making her a valuable and strategic lawyer.

      Crisis Management respondentBrazil

Ranked Individuals at Bermudes Advogados (1)

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Members

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  • Fabiano Robalinho Cavalcanti

    Head of Department

  • Thaís Vasconcellos de Sá

  • Caetano Berenguer

  • Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira

    Head of Department

  • Sergio Bermudes

  • Marcelo Lamego Carpenter

  • Ricardo Loretti

  • Rafaela Fucci

  • Livia Ikeda

  • Sergio Germano Nascimento

  • Henrique Ávila

  • André Silveira

    Head of Department

  • Guilherme Coelho

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