International Arbitration | Brazil: Transactional

New York firm Debevoise & Plimpton LLP maintains a prime global international arbitration practice and is recognised for its top-notch team's handling of Brazil-related matters. Market participants widely note the firm's finesse handling some of the most sensitive and high-stakes cases. Its impressive client roster includes banks and engineering and energy companies engaged in complex disputes under ICC and AAA/ICDR arbitration rules.

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom boasts a formidable international arbitration department with a longstanding dedicated presence in Brazil. The New York-based law firm is frequently sought after to represent clients in sophisticated disputes, including corruption investigations, matters related to the termination of agreements and M&A-related litigation. Its commitment to Brazilian matters is highly appreciated by top clients in the country, and the firm is also highly respected by local lawyers, who frequently team up with them to handle high-stakes disputes.

New York firm White & Case LLP has a prominent international arbitration practice with a strong presence in the Brazilian market. The legal team is regularly hired by major companies from the paper and pulp, telecommunications, construction, and oil and gas sectors. The firm provides advice on high-value and sophisticated matters, covering post-M&A-related disputes as well as contractual breaches and commercial issues. White & Case further benefits from its strong Portuguese-speaking offering in Miami, Houston, Washington and, not least, its well-established São Paulo office.

New York firm Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is a global powerhouse well equipped to handle sensitive arbitration matters around the world. It frequently advises Brazilian clients on high-stakes disputes abroad.