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Provided by TozziniFreire

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.

Chambers Review

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Dispute Resolution: Litigation: Elite - Brazil

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

TozziniFreire Advogados is an admired full-service firm often retained by significant 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 connected to corporate and commercial issues, including breach of contract and post-M&A liabilities.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Fernando Eduardo Serec
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Fernando Eduardo Serec
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Eminent Practitioners

Fernando Eduardo Serec has a notable activity in arbitration mandates, both domestic and international, which gave him an impressive reputation in this market. He's also an important litigation practitioner.

Fernando stands out for his strategic vision. He easily understands client needs and makes great contributions due to his expertise.

Fernando is a very high level professional, recognised for his exceptional competence and deep knowledge in the field of arbitration.

Fernando is a very responsive, hard-working lawyer, who gave us really good advice throughout our case. I'd definitely hire him again.

Given his experience, technique and leadership skills, I would say he is one of the greatest lawyers in the country.

Mônica Mendonça Costa
4
Mônica Mendonça Costa
4
Band 4

Partner Mônica Mendonça Costa is highlighted by market sources for her litigation skills in complex matters, especially regarding consumer and banking disputes.

Mônica Mendonça Costa is available and has good knowledge of our business.

Mônica Mendonça is always very available and flexible in meeting clients' demands.

Lucas Britto Mejias
5
Lucas Britto Mejias
5
Band 5

Lucas Britto Mejias has consistently attained endorsement of clients in regards to his arbitration work, especially those in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Lucas has great expertise and navigates very well the environment involving disputes and arbitration. He brings the confidence and seniority necessary for sensitive cases.

He's an excellent lawyer, with a lot of experience and ability to handle high-stake cases.

Elias Marques de Medeiros Neto
6
Elias Marques de Medeiros Neto
6
Band 6

Elias Marques de Medeiros Neto joins the rankings this year after an active performance representing clients in contractual breach disputes and in moral and material damages lawsuits.

Elias Marques was once a corporate lawyer, which helps a lot to understand our demands and needs. In addition, he has strong knowledge of the civil and procedural part.

I highlight Elias Marques' great strategic service, business vision and agility.

Elias is an expert in issues involving concessions, bringing a crucial high-level vision. His ability to develop and implement strategic solutions in an innovative manner has added significant value.

He has a deep knowledge and helps us with preventive actions and with the judiciary. He has a lot of respect from judges in higher courts.

Guilherme Carneiro Monteiro Nitschke
6
Guilherme Carneiro Monteiro Nitschke
6
Band 6

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.

A stand-out lawyer in the Brazilian arbitration market. He's talented and has a bright future ahead of him.

Guilherme was really good, responsive and helpful. An eloquent lawyer that can explain the law easily.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Brazil

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

Fernando Eduardo Serec
E
Fernando Eduardo Serec
E
Eminent Practitioners
Lucas Britto Mejias
5
Lucas Britto Mejias
5
Band 5
Guilherme Carneiro Monteiro Nitschke
6
Guilherme Carneiro Monteiro Nitschke
6
Band 6
Dispute Resolution: Litigation

Fernando Eduardo Serec
E
Fernando Eduardo Serec
E
Eminent Practitioners
Mônica Mendonça Costa
4
Mônica Mendonça Costa
4
Band 4
Elias Marques de Medeiros Neto
6
Elias Marques de Medeiros Neto
6
Band 6