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Pedro Calmon Filho & Associados (PCFA)

Shipping

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Pedro Calmon Filho & Associados (PCFA)

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PCFA’s Shipping practice advises domestic and international shipowners, offshore operators, port operators, logistics companies, marine insurers, P&I Clubs and oil and gas companies on a broad range of maritime and shipping matters. The team handles maritime labour disputes, shipping litigation, regulatory compliance, marine casualties, contractual disputes, collective bargaining negotiations, port-related matters and emergency response situations. Recent work includes advising leading offshore and shipping companies on complex maritime labour claims, regulatory investigations, collective bargaining agreements and crisis management arising from operational incidents. The practice is particularly recognized for its expertise in Maritime Law, Maritime Labour Law, Port Law, Offshore and Oil & Gas operations, combining legal knowledge with a deep understanding of the operational realities of the maritime industry in Brazil.

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Shipping - Brazil

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Pedro Calmon Filho & Associados (PCF&A) is a well-established Rio de Janeiro-based boutique largely recognised for its presence in the shipping industry. The team demonstrates significant expertise advising oil and gas companies on a range of maritime law issues, including an array of regulatory mandates. It boasts additional expertise representing clients on contentious mandates arising from cargo claims and insurance matters.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleHenrique Oswaldo Motta
    Senior StatespeopleHenrique Oswaldo Motta

    Henrique Oswaldo Motta

    Senior statesperson and Partner Henrique Oswaldo Motta has a wealth of experience in the field, handling a range of shipping matters.

  • Senior StatespeoplePedro Calmon Filho
    Senior StatespeoplePedro Calmon Filho

    Pedro Calmon Filho

    Senior statesperson and founding partner Pedro Calmon Filho remains a highly regarded name in the Brazilian shipping sector.
  • Band 3Pedro Calmon Neto
    Band 3Pedro Calmon Neto

    Pedro Calmon Neto

    Partner Pedro Calmon Neto boasts experience in advising Brazilian and international clients in a range of shipping-related disputes.
    • Pedro Calmon Neto is excellent and stands out for his technical quality.

      Shipping respondentBrazil
    • There are not enough comments to develop additional quotes.

      Shipping respondentBrazil

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