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Leonardo Espíndola Advogados

Dispute Resolution: Rio de Janeiro

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Leonardo Espíndola Advogados

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Dispute Resolution: Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

Leonardo Espíndola Advogados maintains a dispute resolution practice handling litigation and arbitration. The firm represents clients in contractual, corporate and banking disputes, as well as enforcement proceedings, credit recovery and regulatory matters. Its client base is primarily drawn from the energy, financial services, retail, and oil and gas sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Leonardo Espíndola Advogados represented Banco Santander in proceedings before the Federal Court in Rio de Janeiro concerning claims for judicial recognition of release from guarantees issued in relation to fiscal debts linked to Grupo Oi.

Strengths

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  • The team at Leonardo Espíndola is dedicated, provides excellent client service and is able to turn around difficult situations.

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  • Leonardo Espíndola is a highly collaborative firm that always works closely with clients.

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  • Leonardo Espíndola Advogados has a team of highly technical and sophisticated professionals with a young, combative profile and a strong appetite for litigation.

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Notable Practitioners

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    Leonardo Espíndola

    Leonardo Espíndola is a partner focused on dispute resolution, with experience in judicial and arbitral proceedings involving public, civil and commercial law. He acts for clients in high-value litigation, including disputes relating to regulatory and administrative matters, banking and restructuring issues, and claims in the oil and gas and infrastructure sectors.

    • Leonardo Espíndola is a technically sophisticated lawyer active in complex and high-profile matters. He stands out for his legal skill, business acumen and ability to propose solutions in challenging situations.

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    • Leonardo Espíndola is easy to get along with and polite.

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Ranked Individuals at Leonardo Espíndola Advogados (1)

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    Dispute Resolution: Rio de Janeiro

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