Lefosse Advogados‘s dispute resolution team is engaged in mandates that are typically ’of extremely high complexity and great financial relevance’. The group is active in an array of industries, including agribusiness, pharmaceuticals and infrastructure, and attracts instructions from corporations, financial institutions, government entities and investors seeking representation in litigious proceedings involving contractual, corporate, construction, financial and administrative law disputes. Pedro Maciel, a seasoned litigator with a wealth of experience in corporate, capital markets, construction, energy and telecoms contentious matters, co-heads the practice with Julio Neves, a name to note for post-M&A and investment disputes. Raphael Nehin Corrêa is a port of call for civil, contractual and commercial litigation, while Diogo Ciuffo Carneiro often advises clients from the logistics, energy and construction industries on business and regulatory disputes. Bernardo Pires‘ experience in litigation involving corporate issues and M&A transactions encompasses the energy, insurance, pharmaceutical, technology, infrastructure and financial sectors.
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Témoignages
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‘A firm that has served us on several fronts and different processes. The multidisciplinary team supports each other and brings speed to processes. Communication is effective and fast through conferences, emails and direct messages.’
‘Raphael Nehin Corrêa has demonstrated calm, diplomacy and resilience in a litigation process with an extremely hostile and irrational opponent. He and his team have maintained the ability to keep our group cohesive despite the adverse circumstances and the number of people involved. The results have been extremely satisfactory considering the circumstances.'
‘Lefosse is a large law firm, with diverse practices, but extensive knowledge in matters of capital markets, corporate, banking and commercial law in general, which it employs in its litigation and dispute resolution practices. The team linked to this practice is available and has good work capacity.’
‘Pedro Maciel is one of the reference partners in Lefosse's litigation practice, with whom we usually work. Pedro is a technical and available lawyer, dedicated to his client and with extensive experience, especially in the financial and capital markets.'
‘In addition to the unquestionable technical quality, the reports and information sent about the processes bring confidence and peace of mind. The evaluation and indication of the best strategy for the case is also a differentiator, as is the service provided by the entire team. One more point: lawyers/partners and those responsible for the process are always available to assist the client.’
‘Raphael Nehin Corrêa is an excellent litigator. Aligns material and procedural law to always ensure the best path for the client.'
‘The firm follows cases of extremely high complexity and great financial relevance, with quality, dedication and in total harmony. The excellent results prove the value for money and the continued success of the partnership.’
‘High technical quality combined with practical experience, availability and ability to deal with pressure situations.’
Clients clés
- Areva Renewables Brasil Ltda.
- BR Ambiental Fundo de Investimento em Participações Multiestratégia
- Braskem S.A.
- Brookfield Brasil Asset Management Investimentos Ltda
- Brookfield Brazil Agriland Fundo de Investimento em Participações Multiestratégia
- BTG Pactual Corretora de Titulos e Valores Mobiliarios S.A.
- BTG Pactual Serviços Financeiros S.A. Dtvm
- China Construction Bank
- Construtora Alya S.A.
- Cruzeiro do Sul Educacional S/A
Points forts
- Advised SABESP on several lawsuits attempting to prevent its privatisation process.
- Represented Sigma Mineração S/A in two lawsuits filed by Sigma’s former co-CEO and board member, in which he claims annulment of the assignment of certain mining rights regarding two plots of land from other companies to Sigma Mineração.
- Defended Syngenta in a dispute after IBAMA-São Paulo’s Superintendent declared null and void a settlement previously entered into between the client and NUCAM (an entity responsible for conciliation in administrative proceedings before IBAMA).
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Responsable de la pratique
Pedro Maciel; Julio Neves
Autres avocats clés
Raphael Nehin Corrêa; Diogo Ciuffo Carneiro; Bernardo Pires; Deborah Nery