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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.

With a legacy spanning over five decades, the firm counts among its clients leading national and international conglomerates, financial institutions, and companies spanning all sectors.


Litigation

Consistently topping rankings in specialized legal publications, the firm boasts a rich history of handling significant lawsuits of both national and transnational importance. The lawyers provide comprehensive representation in Federal and State courts, arbitration panels, regulatory bodies, and negotiations, focusing on pre-emptive legal counsel, avoiding and settling disputes.


Alternative Dispute Resolution/Arbitration

With extensive experience even before the enactment of Brazil's Arbitration Law, the firm's ADR team is well-equipped to handle a wide array of domestic and international cases - having grown significantly in line with the increasing demand for arbitration over time.

Backed by postgraduate qualifications from prestigious institutions and training equally in common law and civil law systems, particularly in arbitration and transnational dispute settlement. Moreover, senior partners regularly sit as arbitrators in several domestic and international panels.

Chambers Review

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration - Brazil

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What the Team is Known For

Bermudes Advogados receives plaudits for its top-notch arbitration and litigation practice. This seasoned Rio-based law firm often acts on behalf of prominent technology, mining and construction corporations in high-complexity judicial cases related to civil liabilities, as well as arbitral proceedings arising from corporate matters, with particular expertise dealing with contractual and commercial agreement disputes. Clients further benefit from its know-how in insurance disputes and bankruptcy proceedings.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Fabiano Robalinho Cavalcanti
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Fabiano Robalinho Cavalcanti
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Band 1

Fabiano Robalinho Cavalcanti boasts notable litigation and arbitration skills. He is experienced representing clients in high-profile disputes, including international arbitrations under ICC rules.

Fabiano Robalinho Cavalcanti has all the qualities expected of a partner handling major disputes: deep legal expertise, a distinctive strategic vision, and the ability to craft articulate, creative solutions.

In addition to his solid legal foundation, Fabiano Robalinho stands out as a brilliant strategist, capable of devising creative and effective solutions even in complex scenarios.

Fabiano Robalinho Cavalcanti is an excellent lawyer, who stands out for his technical and ethical excellence in both judicial and arbitration proceedings.

Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira
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Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira
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Band 2

Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira has developed a renowned dispute‑resolution practice that includes representing key clients before both judicial and arbitral courts. He is particularly skilled in handling corporate‑related dispute mandates.

Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira is a highly experienced lawyer who has handled a wide range of cases. He brings strategic vision and makes consistently thoughtful decisions.

Marcio Costa has solid knowledge and experience.

Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira is a very experienced lawyer.

Caetano Berenguer
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Caetano Berenguer
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Caetano Berenguer offers comprehensive support in litigation and arbitration matters, including cross‑border issues and proceedings before international arbitral courts.

Caetano Berenguer is an excellent lawyer, combining strategic market insight with calm and well‑grounded decision‑making.

Technically excellent and consistently diligent, Caetano Berenguer stands out as a tireless lawyer and a brilliant strategist.

Ranked Lawyers at
Bermudes Advogados

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

Fabiano Robalinho Cavalcanti
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Fabiano Robalinho Cavalcanti
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Band 1
Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira
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Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira
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Band 2
Caetano Berenguer
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Caetano Berenguer
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Band 3

Members

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Philip Fletcher Chagas

Alexandre Sigmaringa Seixas

André Silveira

Antonella Marques Consentino

Antonio Carlos Velloso Filho

Caetano Berenguer

Caetano Berenguer

Head of Department

Carolina Cardoso Francisco

Elena Landau

Eric Cerante Pestre

Frederico Ferreira

Guiomar Feitosa Mendes

Henrique Ávila

Livia Ikeda

Luís Felipe Freire Lisboa

Marcelo Fontes Cesar de Oliveira

Marcelo Gonçalves

Marco Aurélio Almeida Alves

Pedro Marinho Nunes

Rafaela Fucci

Ricardo Loretti Henrici

Ricardo Silva Machado

Roberto Sardinha Junior

Thaís Vasconcellos de Sá

Vitor Ferreira Alves de Brito

Wilson Pimentel

Industries

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Agribusiness

Automotive

Aviation

Banking & Finance

Consumer Goods

Energy

Infrastructure

Insurance

Investments

Media

Mining

Oil & Gas

Real Estate

Retail

Technology

Telecom

Transport, Shipping & Logistics