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FCDG Advogados - Ferro, Castro Neves, Daltro & Gomide

Dispute Resolution: Litigation: The Elite

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FCDG Advogados - Ferro, Castro Neves, Daltro & Gomide

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Dispute Resolution: Litigation: The Elite - Brazil

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Ferro, Castro Neves, Daltro & Gomide Advogados is a high-end dispute resolution firm that draws upon its superb reservoir of expertise to win some of the most complex cases in the market. The team is frequently retained by major corporations hailing from the financial, energy and construction sectors, among others, to assist with high-value arbitration and litigation cases. The firm maintains an outstanding track record handling corporate matters, such as breaches of contracts and shareholder disputes. The law firm also boasts additional capabilities to advise on civil liability and judicial reorganisation proceedings, including class actions.

Work Highlights

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  • Ferro, Castro Neves Advogados represented Equinor Brasil Energia in a class action challenging the fairness of Equinor’s acquisition of Petrobras’ pre‑salt assets and the validity of Petrobras’ broader divestment programme.

Strengths

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  • We faced very critical cases that required fast, effective and complex responses, and they managed to support us exceptionally well, both in procedural matters and outside the litigation itself. Ferro, Castro Neves went far beyond expectations.

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  • Ferro, Castro Neves's work was technical and strategic on potential sensitive litigation for our company, which could have resulted in significant losses. Their performance was exceptional on all fronts. The team showed deep technical knowledge, tactical vision and availability of its senior professionals.

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  • Ferro, Castro Neves's team is highly strategic. They recently won a very complex case for us. Its lawyers are excellent at developing the strategy even before the case begins, offering plenty of guidance and clear direction. We also find it very easy to get in touch with them.

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  • Of all the law firms I could hire, Ferro, Castro Neves was the best in terms of client service and litigation work. They are spectacular.

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  • Ferro, Castro Neves showed excellent market knowledge and market impact paired with on-the-spot, accurate legal advice in a very challenging court system. Its highly specialised team of lawyers had perfect management skills in a multi-jurisdictional project.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Marcelo Roberto Ferro
    Band 1Marcelo Roberto Ferro

    Marcelo Roberto Ferro

    Marcelo Roberto Ferro is widely respected in the dispute resolution arena. He is highly skilled to act on both litigation and arbitration mandates, handling succession disputes and annulment of arbitration awards.

    • Marcelo Ferro is one of the best litigation lawyers in the market.

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    • Marcelo Ferro is a prominent name in the litigation market and has built an important law firm.

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    • I recommend Marcelo Ferro's litigation work.

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  • Band 2José Roberto de Castro Neves
    Band 2José Roberto de Castro Neves

    José Roberto de Castro Neves

    José Roberto de Castro Neves is a well-regarded litigation lawyer with a strong track record in the dispute resolution arena. He is experienced representing top companies in high-stakes litigation.

    • José Castro Neves is one of the most important names in the litigation market nowadays.

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    • José Castro Neves is always ready to assist clients with their litigation matters promptly.

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    • José Castro Neves is a highly strategic litigation lawyer.

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  • Band 3Karina Goldberg
    Band 3Karina Goldberg

    Karina Goldberg

    Karina Goldberg's practice encompasses litigation and arbitration cases, including high-value corporate, real estate and investment disputes.

    • It is a pleasure to work with Karina Goldberg in our litigation matters.

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    • Karina Goldberg provides good, sophisticated litigation advice. She knows the judges very well and has proven to be impressively valuable.

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Ranked Individuals at FCDG Advogados - Ferro, Castro Neves, Daltro & Gomide (3)

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