Insurance - Brazil
What the Team is Known For
Raphael Miranda, Mello, Raposo, Barbosa Advogados is a boutique specialising in representing policyholders in sector-related disputes. The firm continues to attract praise due to its skilled defence in claim adjustment proceedings, administrative litigation and arbitration. It is often instructed by leading domestic players hailing from the energy, finance and construction industries. Additionally, the team advises on D&O and civil liabilities mandates.
Strengths
"The firm has a good success rate in pubic civil actions. Its lawyers assist us in complex, strategic cases. They're particularly knowledgeable on supplementary healthcare."
"A highly-qualified team, with a lot of knowledge about the insurance field."
"This firm is highly-specialised and business-oriented. Its work is top-notch, with unique experience and area knowledge, as well as high capability for identifying issues and providing solutions."
Work Highlights
The firm represents the companies that make up the Complexo Eólico Baleia in a lawsuit pursuing the payment concerning performance bonds and surety bonds issued by Chubb Seguros.
Notable Practitioners
Founding partner Raphael Miranda advises on a broad swathe of domestic and cross-border insurance and reinsurance matters. "He provides really good service for us. He's a great, well-connected professional." "An excellent lawyer, with plenty of technique." "A great lawyer who works for the insured. He's good in contentious settings, but really sees the other side and manages to come up with efficient solutions."