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King & Spalding LLP

International Arbitration

Global Guide 2026 : Brazil

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King & Spalding LLP

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International Arbitration - Brazil

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

King & Spalding LLP benefits from a first-class team advising clients on the full spectrum of international arbitration. The firm is renowned for its expertise in M&A disputes and matters resulting from criminal and regulatory investigations. The team is frequently retained to represent key clients from the banking, health, aviation and pharmaceutical sectors in high-value and sophisticated matters. Its know-how in highly sensitive Brazil-related arbitration cases is widely recognised by market participants.

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Strengths

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  • They have robust and well-structured bench strength. King & Spalding is highly experienced handling cross-border arbitrations.

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  • King & Spalding showcases width and depth of technical knowledge. The genuine partnership spirit demonstrated by the team members resulted in an outstanding legal service experience for our company.

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  • King & Spalding's service is ten out of ten. They work in partnership, making them great to work with.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Henry Guy Burnett
    Henry Guy Burnett

    Henry Guy Burnett

    Henry "Harry" Guy Burnett is particularly noted for his track record in Brazil-related cases and for his fluency in Portuguese. He is well regarded for his seniority, his ability to deal with sophisticated international arbitration proceedings and his long-standing dedication to the Brazilian market.

    • Harry Guy Burnett is exceptional; he manages to combine all the expertise of an American lawyer with the cultural aspects of Brazil, bringing the best of both worlds.

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    • Henry has extensive international arbitration experience. He is a strategist and a remarkable disputes partner who works intensively in Latin America matters.

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    • Henry has deep knowledge and experience in Latin America. He has spent most of his career focusing on cross-border disputes in the region, bringing real benefits and turning him into a real asset.

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  • Gary Born
    Gary Born

    Gary Born

    Gary Born is a distinguished authority in international arbitration. He offers clients a wealth of experience across a range of different matters and jurisdictions, including complex Brazilian arbitration cases.

    • He is outstanding. Gary does cross-examinations in arbitrations very well.

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    • Gary Born is a living encyclopaedia in international arbitration.

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  • Marcio Vasconcellos
    Marcio Vasconcellos

    Marcio Vasconcellos

    Marcio Vasconcellos is an active associate-to-watch acting in Brazil and New York. Vasconcellos is experienced in assisting clients with big-ticket M&A arbitration disputes and commercial claims.

    • Marcio Vasconcellos is a very competent young lawyer. He is highly spoken of in the international arbitration market.

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    • For me, Marcio is a star associate. He is fantastic, confident and communicates his ideas logically.

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    • Marcio is a great associate who is a hard worker. He is really smart, business-oriented and has been doing Brazil work non-stop.

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