Shipping | Brazil: Industries & Sectors

Escritório Jurídico Carbone is a widely respected boutique with longstanding expertise handling an array of shipping-related issues. Its deep bench has experience assisting companies with regulatory and contractual matters, as well as complex contentious mandates such as those arising from maritime accidents. Clients also benefit from the team's knowledge of P&I matters and environmental claims.

Siano & Martins Advogados Associados is a stellar boutique maintaining a top-tier position due to its vast amount of experience assisting domestic and international heavyweights in the shipping industry with a variety of sector-related matters. The team is well equipped to represent clients in sophisticated contentious mandates arising from cargo claims and accidents involving collisions and explosions at sea. It demonstrates additional capability assisting with matters that involve environmental authorities.

Mattos Filho is a prime full-service firm with a busy shipping department. The team assists clients with a range of sector-related matters, including the drafting of charter and service agreements, acquisition of vessels and fleet restructuring mandates. The team is requested for advice on regulatory issues involving ANTAQ.

Lefosse Advogados is recognized for its growing presence in the shipping sector, combining expertise in corporate, finance, and regulatory matters. The firm is actively involved in port infrastructure projects, maritime finance, and regulatory approvals, advising major industry players on complex transactions and compliance processes.

Pinheiro Neto is a leading full-service firm, who is seen handling a range of shipping matters, mainly related to the oil and gas industry. The firm also advises on shipping accident investigations and represents clients in relevant court cases. Heavyweights from the shipping industry also benefit from the firm's highly sophisticated transactional, contentious, labour and tax offer.

Salomão Advogados is a growing force in shipping law, with a strong focus on litigation, regulatory matters, and high-value disputes. The firm advises major industry players on port regulations, cabotage, and maritime accidents, combining deep sector knowledge with strategic legal solutions. With an expanding team of experienced maritime lawyers and active participation in industry forums, the firm continues to strengthen its presence in the market.

Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown is recognized for its expertise in offshore shipping, with a strong focus on regulatory matters, chartering agreements, and projects related to oil and gas. The firm advises major international clients on high-value transactions and compliance matters. The firm’s regulatory knowledge and growing presence in maritime law position it as a key player in offshore-related legal matters.