Chambers Review
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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 team is excellent. They have achieved great results in complex demands.
Raphael Miranda law firm has a team of specialists delivering excellent work of high technical level. They are very detail-oriented and knowledgeable. We completely trust them.
The law firm is well prepared to handle complex demands, with the ability to interact with the company's internal areas. They are always available to help, and highly receptive.
Work Highlights
Raphael Miranda, Mello, Raposo, Barbosa Advogados represented Americanas in a lawsuit to ensure that Zurich Brazil honours the Directors & Officers (D&O) insurance policy, which includes a maximum coverage limit of BRL50 million.
Notable practitioners
Founding partner Raphael Miranda advises on a broad swathe of domestic and cross-border insurance and reinsurance matters, in addition to representation in lawsuits.
Raphael is detail-oriented and knowledgeable. He leads cases in a tailored manner, and has our complete trust to deal with high-complexity matters.