Urban Law: Planning, Zoning and Land Use
Brazil
1 year ranked
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Francisco's work focuses on dispute resolution, advising clients on their relationships with government agencies, and managing both public and private contracts. He advises Brazilian and international investors on investments and business ventures in Brazil, by assessing risks and structuring projects.
Francisco's work in litigation, mediations, and arbitrations involves high-value contractual disputes with technical complexity in the fields of engineering, concessions, mining, and the environment. He develops effective strategies by understanding cases and translating arguments into simple and convincing theses.
In Public Law, his practice includes advising clients on regulatory and oversight matters, anticorruption issues, public civil investigations, public civil actions, and actions for administrative impropriety. His legal work particularly focuses on judicial review of administrative acts, such as filing original jurisdiction writs of mandamus with the Supreme Court (judicial review). He assists clients with municipal and urban law matters in various municipalities, except for Belo Horizonte, where he serves as a Municipal Attorney.
His academic studies in dispute resolution and judicial review, along with his ability to build trust, have enabled him to resolve challenging cases through negotiation and settlement.
Master of Dispute Resolution from University College London, with distinction. Specialised in Public Law from PUC/MG and graduated in law from UFMG in 2022. Partner at Aroeira Salles since 2005. Municipal Attorney for the City of Belo Horizonte since 2005. Active in the international legal community, member of the International Construction Law Association, Lex Anglo-Brasil, and active in the Brazilian Chamber of Commerce in London.
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Partner Francisco Ferreira has a litigation practice which allows him to handle contractual disputes, including those before Superior Courts.
Francisco Ferreira is highly regarded for his expertise in urban and planning law, particularly in complex regulatory and infrastructure matters. He advises public authorities and private clients on significant projects and disputes, combining strategic advisory work with strong contentious capabilities. He is especially noted for his role in large-scale urban and concession projects, where regulatory, political and social considerations converge.
Francisco Ferreira offers notable strength in public law matters, particularly those related to public procurement, judicial reviews and anti-corruption proceedings.
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I'd like to highlight the excellence of Francisco's work. He demonstrates solid technical knowledge, which instils confidence and credibility in his deliverables. Furthermore, his business acumen adds significant value, as it allows him to align legal solutions with the company's strategies, ensuring consistent results.
Francisco demonstrates clarity in communication and the ability to handle complex issues in a practical and efficient manner.
Francisco Ferreira played a crucial role in our case, acting with technical confidence and negotiating skills. He demonstrated profound legal expertise and institutional sensitivity, effectively contributing to the development of consensual and legally sound solutions.
Very attentive and capable, Francisco is an excellent professional with strong business acumen and technical skills.
Francisco Ferreira is very meticulous, calm and composed, with strong technical knowledge.
Francisco stands out for combining deep technical knowledge with a very approachable manner. He shows strong business awareness, understanding the client’s priorities, constraints and deadlines.
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