Our team is composed of professionals specialized in litigation and arbitration in the agribusiness sector, prepared to handle disputes ranging from contractual conflicts to land use and environmental regulation matters. With a strategic approach, we prioritize our clients’ interests, seeking to maximize the value of the solutions while minimizing time and costs. We act in disputes before regulatory agencies, in the courts, and before arbitral chambers, and we also value mediation as an alternative for reaching swift settlements. With in-depth knowledge of the nuances of agribusiness, we also address environmental compliance and legal liabilities, protecting our clients from reputational risks.
Work Highlights
We represent a multinational company in court proceedings relating to the use of land for tobacco cultivation and processing. Our work ensured that the company’s interests were protected, resulting in favorable decisions that secured the continuity of its operations and compliance with the applicable regulations
We have a highly specialized, multidisciplinary team in the sector, equipped to address comprehensively all matters related to dispute resolution. We understand the nuances of the industry and the legal risks associated with a wide range of disputes, enabling a strategic approach that safeguards our clients’ interests. Our commitment is to maximize value while minimizing the time and costs involved in disputes. We provide guidance on the most suitable dispute resolution mechanisms for each situation, acting before regulatory authorities, in the courts, and in arbitral tribunals. We also emphasize mediation as an effective way to achieve swift agreements, tailoring solutions to each case. Additionally, we advise on all matters related to product safety and liability, post-marketing, as well as aspects of R&D, formulation and design, labeling, waste management, food safety, recalls, and litigation, alongside promotion, advertising, and marketing, including social media. With extensive experience in implementing recalls, we are able to act swiftly and effectively in critical situations. We keep our clients informed about the growing incidence of collective, predatory, and large-scale litigation, which may arise from geopolitical tensions or supply chain disruptions.
Work Highlights
We represented a major food industry company in a high-profile lawsuit arising from raw material contamination. Our team conducted a thorough analysis to identify the source of the contamination, collaborating closely with food safety experts. We implemented a comprehensive crisis management plan, proactively communicating with stakeholders and consumers. In court, we presented a robust defense, demonstrating compliance with safety standards. Following the resolution, we assisted in implementing enhanced quality policies
We managed a large-scale consumer product recall, coordinating actions with regulatory authorities and developing a comprehensive communication and corrective action plan. The measures were implemented swiftly, protecting the brand’s reputation and ensuring consumer safety
We act on all dispute resolution fronts, including disputes with regulatory bodies (Senacon, Procons, Inmetro, Anvisa, MAPA, among others), consumer class actions, product safety and liability, labeling, advertising, marketing (including digital and influencer marketing), management of crises arising from market incidents, escalation mechanisms, mediation/arbitration, ODR, negotiation playbooks, risk matrices, KPIs, and penalty modeling. We offer crisis management (recalls, safety alerts, Procons), with protocols, communications, and negotiation with authorities. We develop legal strategies to minimize risks, costs, and brand impact. We use analytics tools to monitor mass litigation trends, predatory claims, and supply chain disruptions. Our practice ranges from prevention and advisory work to early case assessments and representation itself in judicial, arbitral, and administrative proceedings, focusing on efficient, scalable solutions aligned with the dynamics of the retail and consumer markets.
Work Highlights
We represent a client in the retail sector in a group of actions seeking the revision of the rents of its Distribution Centers as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic
We represent a major player in the e-commerce sector in a Public Civil Action challenging the sale of video games to children and adolescents
We represent clients in disputes involving the termination of built-to-suit contracts and claims relating to breach of contract
Our team represented the interests of several retail clients in the judicial reorganization proceedings of major companies in the clothing and home appliance retail sector, working to secure the best payment terms for claims exceeding R$ 60 million
The oil industry is permeated by complex, long-term contracts involving significant investments and substantial risks. Contractual and regulatory disputes are common, particularly in joint ventures, joint operating agreements (JOAs), supply agreements, construction contracts (EPC and turnkey), the purchase and sale of equipment, chartering, and operation and maintenance (O&M) contracts. Contracts of this nature frequently provide for arbitration as the means of dispute resolution, given their international nature, the parties’ desire to avoid the slow pace of the Brazilian judicial system, and the technical expertise required of the adjudicator to act in discussions specific to this segment. In addition to providing support in the proper structuring of dispute resolution clauses and advice on potential disputes, we represent our clients in disputes before administrative bodies, the judiciary, and arbitral tribunals.
Work Highlights
We have advised several oil companies in ICC arbitrations that, together, exceed USD 10 billion against the National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP). The disputes arose under concession contracts for oil exploration and production and concerned decisions by the regulatory agency to unify different oil fields
We advise companies operating floating units (FPSOs and FSOs) in major ICC arbitrations against oil companies, in claims involving chartering, construction, and related services contracts for Brazilian pre-salt fields. The disputes involve discussions on the economic and financial rebalancing of the contract, force majeure, and modifications to the contracted scope
We advise a subsea equipment supplier in a dispute against an oil company. The dispute arises in the context of an EPC contract and concerns claims for delays, contractual penalties, changes in scope, and economic and financial rebalancing
Our litigation and arbitration practice spans several fronts of the Brazilian sports sector. We act before the state Sports Courts (TJD), the Superior Courts of Sports Justice (STJD) and reviewing arbitral tribunals (such as the Brazilian Center for Mediation and Arbitration – CBMA). We have significant experience in litigation before the Brazilian judiciary, especially in discussions relating to Sociedades Anônimas do Futebol. We also represent clients in disputes involving investments, sponsorship and licensing agreements, employment agreements and image rights, match-fixing, sports fraud and governance matters within federations. Our experience allows us to resolve conflicts efficiently and swiftly, protecting our clients’ interests in complex disputes.
Work Highlights
We represent a SAF investor in lawsuits and civil inquiries brought by the Public Prosecutor’s Office concerning match-fixing in football
We represent a SAF investor in proceedings before the Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD), as well as before the Parliamentary Inquiry Commission (CPI) on Match-Fixing and Sports Betting
We have a multidisciplinary team highly specialized in Life Sciences and Healthcare, prepared to address every aspect of matters related to dispute resolution. We understand the sector's priorities and the legal risks associated with the widest range of disputes, enabling a strategic approach that protects our clients' interests. Our commitment is to maximize value while minimizing the time and costs involved in disputes. We advise on the dispute resolution mechanisms best suited to each situation. We act in disputes with regulatory agencies, before the courts, and before arbitration chambers. We also value mediation as an effective way to reach swift settlements, tailoring solutions to each case. In addition, we handle all matters related to the safety and liability of health products, services, and solutions, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks, including reputational ones. With extensive experience in conducting recalls, we are able to act swiftly and effectively in critical situations. We keep our clients informed about the growing incidence of class, predatory, and large-scale litigation, which may arise from geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, or the judicialization of healthcare.
Work Highlights
We advised a leading pharmaceutical company during negotiations with the Brazilian Government on an arbitration clause in the Covid-19 vaccine purchase agreement. Our client sought to include an arbitration clause designating the law of the State of New York as applicable. A renowned Brazilian law firm issued an opinion stating that the clause would be deemed null and void. In contrast, our team presented a dissenting view, upholding the validity of the clause. Based on our legal advice, the pharmaceutical company moved forward with the negotiations with the Federal Government and effectively executed the agreement, which included the arbitration clause as intended by our client
We acted on behalf of the Brazilian subsidiary of a renowned American medical technology company in a critical arbitration case. Seated in São Paulo, this arbitration involved a substantial amount and placed our client in conflict with a distributor over a distribution agreement. At the core of the dispute was the question of compensation for damages arising from the early termination of the agreement. After thorough deliberations, the arbitral tribunal issued an award rejecting all claims brought by the opposing party
Our team is made up of professionals specialized in litigation and arbitration in the agribusiness sector, prepared to handle disputes ranging from contractual conflicts to land use and environmental regulation matters. With a strategic approach, we prioritize our clients' interests, seeking to maximize the value of the solutions while minimizing time and costs. We act in disputes before regulatory agencies, in the courts, and before arbitral institutions, and we also value mediation as an alternative for reaching swift settlements. With in-depth knowledge of the nuances of agribusiness, we also address environmental compliance and legal liabilities, protecting our clients from reputational risks.
Work Highlights
We represented a multinational company in lawsuits relating to the use of land for growing and processing tobacco. Our work ensured that the company's interests were protected, resulting in favorable decisions that secured the continuity of its operations and compliance with the applicable regulations
Our litigation and arbitration team has extensive experience in resolving disputes relating to large infrastructure projects, such as concessions, public-private partnerships (PPPs) and construction contracts. We act strategically in defending our clients in complex disputes, both in court and in arbitration proceedings, protecting their commercial interests and ensuring the efficient resolution of conflicts. We offer specialized support in contractual disputes, such as revisions of concession agreements, deadlocks relating to compliance with performance clauses, and issues concerning the execution of works. In addition, our arbitration practice involves defending large infrastructure projects in domestic and international arbitration proceedings, drawing on our expertise to achieve fast and effective resolutions.
Work Highlights
We represented a consortium of six electromechanical suppliers in an ICC arbitration seated in São Paulo, under Brazilian law, in a construction sector dispute against the owner of a large hydroelectric project and the main contractor
We represented two SPVs belonging to a consortium of two institutional investors in an ICC arbitration, under Mexican law and conducted in Spanish, in a dispute relating to the construction, operation and management of a photovoltaic plant in Latin America
We represented the Brazilian subsidiary of a leading Japanese power transmission company, claimant in an arbitration before the FGV under Brazilian law and seated in Rio de Janeiro, in the amount of US$ 150 million against a state-owned power company. The dispute relates to an EPC contract for the construction of 900 km of transmission lines in the Amazon and additional costs relating to the project
We represent our clients in court and arbitration disputes relating to equipment supply agreements, disputes in construction and development projects for mines, processing plants, and ore transportation infrastructure, and discussions relating to environmental licensing. We also have extensive experience in the pre-dispute phase, assisting with the presentation and management of contractual claims in construction and equipment supply projects.
Work Highlights
We advised mining companies on construction claims, disputes involving ore and equity purchase and sale agreements, and breaches of contractual obligations in mining projects at the exploration or production stage
We advised a company in an arbitration involving a discussion of the geological risks assumed by the contractor during the development phase of a mining project. We advised a mining company in an arbitration brought by a contractor seeking to restore the economic and financial balance of a construction contract of more than R$ 500MM due to loss of productivity on the works
We advised a company in an injunctive dispute seeking the attachment of mining products that were to be shipped abroad, in order to secure the effectiveness of the enforcement of a debt. After obtaining an injunction favorable to our client's interests, the parties resolved the dispute by settlement
We represented a mining company before a state Parliamentary Inquiry Committee (Comissão Parlamentar de Inquérito – CPI), as well as in class and individual actions discussing the alleged overflow of a solid waste facility and soil contamination at a plant located in northern Brazil
We represented a Central American state in a commercial arbitration involving mining and tax matters under the ICSID Additional Facility (ICSID Case No. ARB(AF)/20/1)
We represented a Latin American State in several ICSID and ICC proceedings in the mining sector in connection with certain legislative, administrative, and judicial measures
