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Pinheiro Neto Advogados

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

Global Guide 2026 : Brazil


Pinheiro Neto Advogados

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Arbitration and Mediation

Committed with the challenges brought by our clients, we are ready to help them to understand how to use the extrajudicial conflict resolution system in an efficient, quick and cost-saving manner. 

We dedicate efforts and creativity to achieve peaceful resolutions through prevention and mediation and thus avoid arbitration proceedings. When, for different reasons, this scenario is unfeasible, we feel equally determined to defend our clients in arbitral proceedings thanks to the expertise acquired over 25 years of experience in relevant and complex cases.

Having a team with national and international experience, we assist our clients in arbitration, negotiation and mediation proceedings as well as in adopting mechanisms, such as dispute resolution boards, specially designed to prevent or resolve disputes during the course of the business relationship.

The firm’s arbitration and mediation practice covers:

  • Representation in arbitral proceedings in Brazil and abroad, including institutional and ad hoc arbitrations;
  • Representation in court in pursuing remedies to ensure the effectiveness of the arbitration;
  • Representation in mediations;
  • Drafting and review of arbitration and dispute resolution clauses, including advice on complex corporate agreements;
  • Enforcement of domestic arbitral awards;
  • Recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards;
  • Serving as expert witness in arbitrations.

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration - Brazil

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Pinheiro Neto Advogados enjoys a remarkable reputation for its sizeable and highly successful dispute resolution practice, in both arbitration and litigation. Its highly qualified team often represents some of the most important companies in all sectors of the economy, including technology, agribusiness and financial services. They often rely on the department for high-stakes litigation cases arising from corporate and commercial matters, including shareholder disagreements and contractual breach. 

Work Highlights

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  • Pinheiro Neto has represented Globaltask and SPE Piauí Conectado in a PPP-related arbitration against the state of Piauí.

Strengths

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  • Pinheiro Neto showed absolute focus on results, which was essential for the success of the strategy outlined. I would not hesitate to work again with them.

    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal
  • Pinheiro Neto's high level of knowledge in arbitration, team availability levels, provision of strategic insights and credibility in the market are major assets.

    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal
  • The firm shows genuine care in understanding the specific needs of each client and offering a personalised service, which reinforces our trust and satisfaction.

    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleCelso Cintra Mori
    Senior StatespeopleCelso Cintra Mori

    Celso Cintra Mori

    Celso Cintra Mori is a distinguished authority in the dispute resolution field. Celso has a wealth of experience to offer clients looking for representation in corporate, real estate and consumer litigation.

    • Celso is a brilliant lawyer.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • Celso is incredible.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • Celso Cintra Mori is a renowned figure in the field.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal
  • Band 4Gilberto Giusti
    Band 4Gilberto Giusti

    Gilberto Giusti

    Gilberto Giusti is a well-regarded partner whose practice encompasses both judicial litigation and arbitral proceedings. His resume include board member tenures in prestigious international arbitration institutions and work for big clients in a myriad of sectors, including sport and retail.

    • Gilberto is outstanding.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • He is a very good lawyer.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • Gilberto Giusti is a great name in the sector.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Renato Stephan Grion
    Band 2Renato Stephan Grion

    Renato Stephan Grion

    Renato Stephan Grion is a knowledgeable arbitration practitioner, with a history of acting on behalf of clients in international arbitration courts, including the ICC.

    • I would recommend Renato's services without any reservations.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • Renato has top-notch arbitration knowledge, is always available, and provides invaluable strategic insights and guidance, which made all the difference in our case.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • His performance is consistently exceptional, excelling in several areas that are crucial to the success of complex dispute resolutions.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal
  • Band 6Eider Avelino
    Band 6Eider Avelino

    Eider Avelino

    Eider Avelino is highlighted for his practice on litigation mandates concerning restructuring and corporate disputes, as well as contract termination.

    • I would highlight his knowledge about the client's business and the case per se, as well as his hands-on approach.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • Eider Avelino is always available, knows how to handle difficult issues and has strong skills to discuss with the opposing party when necessary. He is a leader and has excellent technical knowledge.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • I like Eider's tecnical approach and strategic business vision.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentGlobal

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