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TozziniFreire

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil


TozziniFreire

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TozziniFreire's Dispute Resolution practice is built on agility, creativity, and assertiveness, combining innovative strategies with advanced technology to help clients prevent protracted proceedings and achieve efficient outcomes. Every dispute is treated as a unique matter and approached through a customized strategy that may include highly effective pre‑litigation measures aimed at reducing risks and accelerating results.

Our team comprises highly qualified professionals with extensive experience in judicial and arbitral disputes across Brazil and before major national and international arbitration centers. We represent domestic and foreign clients in matters involving corporate and contractual disputes, banking, credit recovery, energy, infrastructure, oil and gas, environmental issues, intellectual property, construction, insurance, agribusiness, telecommunications, and other key industries, ensuring comprehensive and sector‑specific guidance. Our mastery of both arbitration and court litigation allows us to operate effectively at the intersection of these systems, solidifying TozziniFreire’s position as a leading firm in the strategic and efficient resolution of conflicts.

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration - Brazil

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

TozziniFreire Advogados is an admired full-service law firm often retained by major players from the telecommunications, technology and infrastructure industries to provide counsel before judicial courts at all levels, in addition to national and international arbitral tribunals. Its experienced team maintains a solid track record advising on disputes arising from corporate and commercial issues, including breach of contract and post-M&A liabilities.

Strengths

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  • TozziniFreire stands out for its legal depth and practical understanding of the matter. I would also highlight its multidisciplinary approach, as well as the partners’ commitment and availability.

    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentBrazil
  • A key distinguishing feature of TozziniFreire is the ability to handle highly complex arbitrations with a multidisciplinary approach, bringing together legal expertise, economic and financial insight, and strong negotiating acumen.

    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentBrazil
  • TozziniFreire knows my business as well as I do. What stands out most is its commercial acumen: they have lawyers who secure the best outcomes for me not only in court or arbitration, but, above all, commercially, in negotiations.

    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentBrazil

Notable Practitioners

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  • Eminent PractitionersFernando Eduardo Serec
    Eminent PractitionersFernando Eduardo Serec

    Fernando Eduardo Serec

    Fernando Eduardo Serec has a notable practice in domestic and international arbitration mandates, which has earned him an impressive reputation in the market. He is also a significant presence in litigation.

    • Fernando Eduardo Serec is an excellent practitioner who brought valuable insights and played a key role in the decision to move forward with the law firm. He has extensive experience in arbitration.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentBrazil
    • Fernando Eduardo Serec has the seniority and expertise to manage complex issues with exceptional proficiency.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentBrazil
  • Band 4Lucas Britto Mejias
    Band 4Lucas Britto Mejias

    Lucas Britto Mejias

    Lucas Britto Mejias has consistently earned strong client endorsement for his arbitration work, particularly from those in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

    • As a a unique professional, Lucas Mejias is always dedicated to solving problems and defining strategies, and has a particularly sharp eye for negotiating and reconciling complex issues.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentBrazil
    • Lucas Britto Mejias stands out for his strategic vision and ability to handle complex M&A and arbitration cases with technical depth and clear communication with clients.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentBrazil
  • Band 6Guilherme Carneiro Monteiro Nitschke
    Band 6Guilherme Carneiro Monteiro Nitschke

    Guilherme Carneiro Monteiro Nitschke

    Guilherme Carneiro Monteiro Nitschke has garnered a spot in our list due to his extensive work representing clients in commercial arbitration proceedings, both domestic and international.

    • Guilherme Carneiro Monteiro Nitschke stands out for his high level of commitment, clear communication and constant availability.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentBrazil
    • Guilherme Nitschke is a true talent who brings together deep technical skill and a solid presence in the arbitration field.

      Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentBrazil

Ranked Individuals at TozziniFreire (3)

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    Guilherme Carneiro Monteiro Nitschke

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