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Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

International Arbitration

Brazil Guide 2025 : Brazil


Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

Rankings

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International Arbitration - Brazil

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

New York firm Debevoise & Plimpton LLP maintains a prime global international arbitration practice and is recognised for its top-notch team's handling of Brazil-related matters. Market participants widely note the firm's finesse handling some of the most sensitive and high-stakes cases. Its impressive client roster includes banks and engineering and energy companies engaged in complex disputes under ICC and AAA/ICDR arbitration rules.

Strengths

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  • Debevoise's super-senior and well-prepared team perform magnificently.

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  • They are great at commercial awareness. Debevoise's team is highly aware of what's going on in international arbitration.

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  • Debevoise & Plimpton have the best international bench across the board, offering impeccable services. They stand out with their practice breath and knowledge in the energy sector.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Dietmar Prager
    Band 2Dietmar Prager

    Dietmar Prager

    Dietmar Prager is at the helm of Debevoise's distinguished international arbitration offering for Brazil-related disputes. He has a wealth of experience handling major cases involving Brazilian companies, especially under ICC rules, and is noted by market participants for his down-to-earth and assertive approach. He is based in New York and co-heads the firm's Latin America practice.
    • Dietmar Pager is an excellent lawyer who knows Latin America well. He displays extensive experience in arbitration and investigations and, as a plus, speaks and understands Portuguese.

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    • Dietmar is a great lawyer who has been consistently working in Brazil.

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    • He is a highly relevant partner who is impressively active in international arbitration. Dietmar handles very strategic matters.

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  • Band 3Mark W Friedman
    Band 3Mark W Friedman

    Mark W Friedman

    Mark W Friedman is sought after for his international arbitration and litigation expertise, with a strong offering in commercial arbitration. He is highly praised by peers and clients for his knowledge and strategic skills.

    • Mark is a highly professional lawyer with worldwide experience. I've been following his career for a long time, and he's handled several energy arbitrations involving Brazil.

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    • Mark is a leading dispute resolution lawyer who is well-known in the USA and Brazil.

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    • Mark W Friedman is outstanding; he is an industry leader and at the top of his game.

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  • Band 4Samantha Rowe
    Band 4Samantha Rowe

    Samantha Rowe

    Samantha Rowe is praised by market commentators for her experience handling arbitrations. She is familiar with LCIA and ICC arbitrations.

    • She is a great lawyer who is involved in high-profile cases.

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    • Samantha was involved in a case with a prestigious Brazilian client, and we appreciated her work.

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    • Samantha Rowe provided all the legal assurance our client needed regarding English law. They felt confident and calm thanks to her advice.

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