TozziniFreire Advogados‘ dispute resolution team is highly proficient in complex litigation mandates requiring expertise in civil, corporate and commercial claims. Active in a wide range of industries, including energy, construction, technology and agribusiness, the team acts for a variety of domestic and international clients, showcasing particular strength in prominent cases in the oil and gas space. Fernando Eduardo Serec and Luíz Virgílio Pimenta Penteado Manente, both of whom possess a strong track record in proceedings before the superior courts, oversee the litigation department. Mônica Mendonça Costa is highlighted for her ’excellent performance in complex cases’, especially in commercial disputes deriving from M&A, distribution and agency agreements. Elias Marques de Medeiros Neto often acts for energy, natural resources and agribusiness clients in strategic litigation. Carolina Matthes Dotto heads up the firm’s German desk, and is active in several international disputes, while Lucas Britto Mejias is routinely engaged in litigation arising from construction, corporate, commercial and real estate disputes.
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Témoignages

Collectés indépendamment par l'équipe de recherche du Legal 500.

  • ‘The litigation department is highly specialised. Elias Marques de Medeiros Neto has extensive experience and knowledge in civil proceedings. The services that the department provides are agile and high quality and client service is personalised.’

  • ‘Partner Elias Marques de Medeiros Neto has a deep understanding of topics related to civil proceedings, proposing innovative solutions that meet our demands.'

  • ‘Excellent team that works in various strategic civil litigation disputes.’

  • ‘Mônica Mendonça Costa is an exceptional lawyer recognised for her excellent performance in complex cases.’

  • ‘They have great experience and knowledge suited to the demands they handle.’

  • ‘Efficient team. Very reactive and close to the needs of clients. Good understanding of foreign law concepts and how to include them in international litigations.’

Clients clés

  • CSN Cimentos S.A., formerly LafargeHolcim (Brasil)
  • Raízen
  • Caterpillar
  • TAG – Transportadora Associada de Gás S.A.
  • Coteminas
  • Mitsui Gás
  • Banco Societe Generale do Brasil S.A.
  • Burger King
  • Mercado Pago
  • McDonald’s

Points forts

Representing CSN Cimentos S.A., formerly LafargeHolcim (Brasil), in a matter concerning alleged participation in a cement and concrete cartel.
Represented  Raízen in a matter after an annulment action was filed by three former shareholders of UNIVALEM, one of the companies that was incorporated by RAÍZEN more than a decade ago.
Represented Raízen in 28 suits filed on its behalf before the Brazil’s Judiciary Branch aiming to obtain the advance relief to protect the regular functioning of the distribution and supply of fuel around the country.

Avocats

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Responsable de la pratique

Fernando Eduardo Serec; Luiz Virgilio Pimenta Penteado Manente

Autres avocats clés

Mônica Mendonça Costa; Elias Marques de Medeiros Neto; Carolina Matthes Dotto; Lucas Britto Mejias