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TozziniFreire

Dispute Resolution: Litigation: The Elite

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Agility, creativity, and assertiveness form the cornerstones of TozziniFreire’s Litigation practice. Our professionals use cutting-edge strategies and technology to create effective solutions that allow clients to avoid extensive litigation and delayed relief. Each case is handled as a unique claim and managed according to a customized plan that includes pre-litigation strategies with a proven record of success.

Comprised of highly qualified lawyers with broad experience in all classes of judicial disputes, our litigation team appears in state and federal courts throughout the Brazilian territory and issues legal opinions on a variety of topics.

The firm represents domestic and foreign clients in all areas of litigation and maintains a strong reputation in corporate, contractual, credit recovery, banking, oil and gas, energy, intellectual property, environment, and aeronautics-related matters. The Litigation practice also regularly advises on regulatory and government-related claims and represents clients in insurance, automotive, consumer, white-collar crime, antitrust, real estate, civil liability, and asset planning disputes.

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Dispute Resolution: Litigation: The Elite - Brazil

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 litigation team maintains a solid track record advising on disputes connected to corporate and commercial issues, including breach of contract and post-M&A liabilities. Other typical services include product liability disputes.

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Work Highlights

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  • TozziniFreire represented CSN Cimentos in BRL38 billion civil public actions brought against individuals accused of participating in a cartel in the concrete and cement sectors.

Strengths

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  • The team demonstrates deep technical expertise, strategic vision and agility in handling complex litigation, always with an ethical approach and a focus on effective solutions. The partnership with TozziniFreire has been marked by trust, transparency and consistent results, especially in sensitive matters with high business impact.

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  • TozziniFreire stands out not only for its excellent handling of litigation matters, but also for the solid experience in the sector in which our company operates. We feel very well represented in terms of technical knowledge by every member of the team, regardless of seniority. In addition to its technical excellence, the law firm distinguishes itself through its accessibility and the prompt assistance provided by its professionals whenever needed.

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  • TozziniFreire's strategic litigation team stands out in the market by delving as deeply as possible into each case and handling matters with a multidisciplinary team, which ensures that issues across multiple fronts are thoroughly addressed and defended. The lawyers are always helpful and respond as quickly as possible.

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  • TozziniFreire's team is outstanding for its exceptional professionalism and proactivity, consistently anticipating issues and providing strategic guidance in complex litigation. The team is extremely responsive and client-oriented.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Fernando Eduardo Serec
    Fernando Eduardo Serec

    Fernando Eduardo Serec

    Fernando Eduardo Serec is a dispute resolution lawyer with a wealth of knowledge to offer clients in consumer, banking and corporate litigation.

    • Fernando Serec is a great name in the litigation field.

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    • Fernando Serec is a leading figure in litigation matters.

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    • Fernando Serec is an extremely skilled and attentive litigation professional.

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  • Mônica Mendonça Costa
    Mônica Mendonça Costa

    Mônica Mendonça Costa

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

    • Mônica Mendonça is an important litigation partner at the firm.

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    • Monica Mendonça is a very experienced litigation lawyer with strong strategic insights.

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  • Elias Marques de Medeiros Neto
    Elias Marques de Medeiros Neto

    Elias Marques de Medeiros Neto

    Elias Marques de Medeiros Neto is a popular choice representing clients in contractual breach-related litigation and in moral and material damages lawsuits.

    • Elias was a former legal director and is well versed in the corporate environment. He's always helpful and flexible in working with other firms in our litigation matters.

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    • Elias Marques has an admirable technical ability. He is always keen to handle complex litigation matters.

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    • Elias Marques is a great partner to our business, and I have full confidence in his litigation work.

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