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Duarte Garcia, Serra Netto e Terra Advogados

Real Estate: Litigation

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Duarte Garcia, Serra Netto e Terra Advogados

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Real Estate: Litigation - Brazil

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Duarte Garcia, Serra Netto e Terra Advogados is highly regarded for handling complex real estate disputes with strong technical insight and a strategic, business‑oriented approach. The team acts across a broad range of issues, from property regularisation and contractual conflicts to zoning matters and cases involving real estate‑backed structures. With solid experience before courts and regulators and a proactive stance on risk prevention and emerging trends, the firm delivers comprehensive solutions across the real estate sector.

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Work Highlights

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  • Duarte Garcia, Serra Netto e Terra Advogados defended Setin and Cyrela in a high‑value dispute brought by the sellers of a plot of land, who sought BRL181 million on the grounds of alleged lost profits from a real estate project rendered unviable after the property was expropriated for the creation of a public park.

Strengths

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  • Duarte Garcia, Serra Netto e Terra Advogados stands out for its strategic performance in the real estate sector, supported by its extensive market knowledge.

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  • What sets Duarte Garcia, Serra Netto e Terra Advogados apart is its blend of technical precision, strategic insight and close client engagement, all driven by highly skilled and experienced partners.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • José Carlos Baptista Puoli
    José Carlos Baptista Puoli

    José Carlos Baptista Puoli

    José Carlos Baptista Puoli is a prominent litigator in the real estate sector, advising major developers and market players in judicial and arbitration proceedings. His practice covers complex matters such as possession actions and claims involving construction defects or challenges related to project approvals.

    • Puoli is a highly qualified professional, with deep technical expertise and a remarkable ability to handle complex issues. He brings strategic vision, communicates clearly and works in close partnership with us, which makes him a trusted advisor and a true point of reference.

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    • José Puoli’s work is outstanding. It’s hard to think of anyone who understands real estate civil litigation better.

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  • Marcelo Terra
    Marcelo Terra

    Marcelo Terra

    Marcelo Terra is recognised for his litigation strength in the real estate sector, acting in complex disputes involving development projects, licensing and urban‑planning issues. He is frequently involved in high‑stakes matters where judicial outcomes can directly affect project feasibility and financial exposure.

    • Marcelo Terra is a leading figure in the real estate market, distinguished by his solid and strategic performance in disputes involving urban planning and real estate law. His experience and practical insight ensure safe and innovative solutions, always focused on defending the client’s interests and maintaining technical excellence.

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