About

Provided by Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice

There are times when the preservation of one’s financial position ​​is as important as the search for new opportunities. We stand ready to assist our clients in the most diverse forms of disputes, always in pursuit of the best results with a high degree of effectiveness, creativity and efficiency.

We advise and represent our clients in litigation and preventive matters in various types of business disputes, appearing before courts, administrative authorities and regulatory agencies.

We have the specialized knowledge of all of Machado Meyer’s practice areas at our disposal and teams with in-depth experience in cross-border litigation and a broad network of relationships with major law firms in numerous countries.

Our practice is divided into the following areas:

PREVENTION

Strategic approach to pre-litigation conflict management

Analysis of creative alternatives to avoid the commencement of disputes or, if unavoidable, to put our clients in an advantageous position when any litigation begins

LITIGATION

Readiness, technical knowledge, and strategy to conduct disputes in the most efficient manner possible for clients

Full understanding of regulations issued by the major market regulatory agencies 

ARBITRATION

Assistance in deciding on use of an arbitration clause as an alternative mechanism for conflict resolution

Definition of strategy for arbitration proceedings to maintain the value of the asset in dispute and maximize the possibility of a favorable outcome for the client



Chambers Review

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Dispute Resolution: Litigation - Brazil
2
Band 2
What the team is known for

Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice possesses an experienced disputes department frequently retained by players from the mining, banking and aviation sectors. The firm is often instructed with the defence of corporate and commercial cases before judicial courts, such as shareholder agreements and debt recovery, in addition to undertaking arbitral proceedings arising from construction contracts and concession agreements.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Eliane Cristina Carvalho
3
Eliane Cristina Carvalho
3
Band 3

Partner Eliane Cristina Carvalho is well versed in both litigation and arbitration mandates. She is experienced representing clients emanating from the mining and petrochemical industries.

"She is very good in her work and a strong leader."

Gláucia Coelho
3
Gláucia Coelho
3
Band 3

Partner Gláucia Coelho frequently represents key clients on judicial proceedings, including corporate and commercial disputes.

"Gláucia provides impeccable work and is extremely dedicated to the client, available and with unquestionable knowledge of the matter and the client's business."

"Gláucia is a complete and differentiated professional, has a strong business vision and also extensive knowledge in her area of expertise. She is also helpful, dedicated and agile in customer service, besides being always aligned with the team and following the cases closely."

"Gláucia shows great ability in sophisticated matters and negotiations. She is very respected in the legal market and is very didactic when presenting arguments in courts."

Gisela Ferreira Mation
5
Gisela Ferreira Mation
5
Band 5

Noteworthy partner Gisela Ferreira Mation demonstrates expertise in arbitral proceedings, including ICC tribunals.

"Gisela has great ability to deal with complex issues in an organised and effective way."

"She was brilliant in the case. I didn't know her and I was impressed with her performance."

"Gisela, besides having a solid academic background, is an extremely competent lawyer in the protection of clients."

Ranked Lawyers at
Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice

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Brazil

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

Eliane Cristina Carvalho
4
Eliane Cristina Carvalho
4
Band 4
Gisela Ferreira Mation
5
Gisela Ferreira Mation
5
Band 5
Dispute Resolution: Litigation

Eliane Cristina Carvalho
3
Eliane Cristina Carvalho
3
Band 3
Gláucia Coelho
3
Gláucia Coelho
3
Band 3

Members

Provided by Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice

Cristiane Romano

Evandro Luis Pippi Kruel

Lucas Sant'Anna

Mirian S. Ramos Kruel

Renata Oliveira