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Provided by Bermudes Advogados
Bermudes Advogados, founded in 1969, is nationally and internationally acknowledged as the Brazilian leader in litigation, arbitration, and one of the most active in the Brazilian insurance market.
Over the past 5 decades, the firm has represented companies operating in all commercial activities.
The insurance department was founded in the 1980s and participated in the main high-stakes matters in the sector over the last 40 years.
With a significant track record in the sector, the firm represents the largest insurance industry bodies in cases with a high impact on the insurance market and regulation, national and foreign insurance and reinsurance groups in complex and high-value indemnity claims, as well as commercial and regulatory advice, administrative proceedings and litigation portfolios related to health, motor and general insurance and pension industries.
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Bermudes Advogados is a mighty dispute resolution force in Brazil that boasts a significant track record in the insurance sector. It frequently represents well-known insurance and reinsurance companies in claims disputes before judicial and arbitral tribunals at all levels. The firm boasts additional expertise handling administrative proceedings and litigation portfolios related to the health and life insurance sectors.
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Bermudes Advogados represented UNIDAS before the Supreme Federal Court, aiming to declare the unconstitutionality of the private health plans-related provisions introduced by Law 14.454.
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Bermudes Advogados is a benchmark when it comes to court representation and has in-depth knowledge of civil, procedural and insurance law. The team drafts the best legal documents that come our way.
A firm with bench strength and market recognition in insurance matters, Bermudes Advogados' technique is hors concurs and greatly reassures us. Plus, their sense of urgency is noteworthy. Whenever we have the need to hit the gas in a particular case, they can meet it.
Bermudes Advogados distinguishes itself in the market through its savvy approach to work and its expertise in insurance matters.
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Guilherme Valdetaro Mathias is a noteworthy lawyer with a history of working in strategic litigation matters before the Higher Courts. His knowledge and client service have been commended by the companies that work with him, especially those from the health insurance field.
Guilherme Valdetaro Mathias distinguishes himself from any other insurance lawyer through his exceptionally high capacity for procedural assessment, as well as his effective and innovative solutions. Plus, his risk assessment skills are unparalleled.
When I close my eyes and think of an insurance lawyer, Guilherme Valdetaro's image is the one that comes to my mind. Calm, accessible and highly communicative, he's someone whose knowledge really reassures us.
A notable figure in the insurance and reinsurance markets, Guilherme Valdetaro is a lawyer who effectively defines strategies and always strives to provide the most satisfactory service to his clients. He has an outstanding track record in the Superior Courts.
Carolina Cardoso Francisco is an experienced insurance lawyer with a track record of handling high-value litigation matters - including some that go on to be judged in the country's higher courts - for both powerhouses in this market and important sectorial entities.
Carolina Cardoso Francisco has extensive experience and knowledge in this area. She's an insurance partner who always strives to provide the best service and meet the requested deadlines.
Carolina Francisco's qualifications are undeniable and her organisation skills are fundamental to the success of our insurance cases.
Carolina Francisco is a very versatile, well-rounded and technically skilled insurance lawyer who is always responsive and open to dialogue.
Insurance
Insurance
Provided by Bermudes Advogados
Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira
Head of Department
Guilherme Valdetaro Mathias
Head of Department
Rafaela Fucci
Carolina Cardoso Francisco
Luis Felipe Lisboa
Guilherme Valdetaro Mathias
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