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Souto Correa Advogados

Dispute Resolution: Rio Grande do Sul

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Souto Correa Advogados

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Souto Correa’s dispute resolution practice is extensive and ranges from representing clients in domestic and international arbitrations, mediations, negotiations, and other alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods to developing the best strategy for each case, as well as negotiating and drafting arbitration clauses.

The firm’s counsel covers all procedures related to arbitration disputes, including letters rogatory, challenges to and annulment of arbitral awards, and the recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards. Our multidisciplinary team includes a number of professionals with extensive experience in the area, acting not only in representing and advising clients, but also as arbitrators and mediators.

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Dispute Resolution: Rio Grande do Sul - Brazil

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Souto Correa Advogados is a national law firm based in Rio Grande do Sul and, from the outset, has earned a reputation as a go-to firm for its clients when it comes to dispute resolution. The law firm demonstrates an impressive client portfolio including key players from the technology, energy and real estate sectors. The team also maintains a strong track record in arbitration.

Work Highlights

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  • Souto Correa Advogados represented Banco Votorantim in a dispute arising from judicial reorganisation proceedings involving Cotribá, regarding credit enforcement issues.

Strengths

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  • Souto Correa has a highly qualified team that has experience and significant involvement in the courts.

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  • In large-scale projects, Souto Correa shows deep analytical capacity, transforming complex cases into clear strategies.

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  • Souto Correa adds value through opinions and suggestions that bring new perspectives to strategic decision-making.

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  • Souto Correa Advogados remains close to the client, and works with detailed understanding and strength across multiple practice areas.

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  • Souto Correa has strong technical quality and a solid academic background, delivering in-depth work with responsive, objective and collaborative client service.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Guilherme Rizzo Amaral
    Band 1Guilherme Rizzo Amaral

    Guilherme Rizzo Amaral

    Head of department Guilherme Rizzo Amaral is widely acknowledged as a top choice for his expertise in arbitration and civil law and for leading complex disputes.
    • Guilherme is regarded as one of the leading arbitration practitioners in the country.

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    • Guilherme Rizzo Amaral is recognised as a leading professional, particularly for handling highly complex disputes.

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  • Band 1Jorge Cesa
    Band 1Jorge Cesa

    Jorge Cesa

    Jorge Cesa is a highly respected practitioner known for his expertise in complex judicial and arbitration disputes. As one of the founding partners of Souto Correa Advogados, he brings extensive experience across multiple areas of law, regularly acting as legal counsel, expert reviewer and arbitrator. His track record includes high-profile Brazilian cases involving civil, contractual and extra-contractual liability.

    • Jorge Cesa provides excellent work in dispute resolution.

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  • Band 4Diogo Squeff Fries
    Band 4Diogo Squeff Fries

    Diogo Squeff Fries

    Diogo Squeff Fries is an active practitioner with strong experience in litigation and arbitration mandates representing important clients in the Rio Grande do Sul market. He is frequently sought out to assist clients with intellectual property and real estate disputes.

  • Up and ComingOtávio Domit
    Up and ComingOtávio Domit

    Otávio Domit

    Otávio Domit has experience in representing national and international clients in judicial and administrative disputes, with a focus on complex civil litigation.

    • Otávio is an excellent professional in dispute resolution matters.

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    • Otávio Domit is my main point of contact. He has a clear understanding of our business and a strong client focus, consistently offering practical legal and commercial solutions.

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    • Otávio Domit consistently meets our expectations and delivers reliable, high-quality work.

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