Cescon Barrieu‘s ’highly technical’ team shines in mining disputes, and counts Vale and Anglo American among its clients. The group has additional experience in litigation involving the forestry, financial and pharmaceutical sectors, as well as commercial arbitration and disputes stemming from M&A transactions. With 'a strong background in litigation', the 'extremely skilled' Luiz Nardy is noted for his expertise in mining and environmental disputes, arbitration and corporate recovery cases. Associates Gabriella Vial and Henrique Moniz specialise in litigation, and have been particularly active in contentious matters involving mining and environmental law.

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Testimonials

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'Firm with available professionals, broad market presence and a sense of proximity to the client.'
'Consistency in the quality of services, cordiality and flexibility.'
'Luiz Nardy - Competence, security, legal technique and flexibility. Gabriella Vial - Competence, security, legal technique and availability.'
'Cescon, Barrieu, Flesch & Barreto Advogados is certainly the best law firm for dispute resolution in the Belo Horizonte region. They are completely focused on business, fast and have in-depth knowledge of the subject.'
'Luiz Nardy is the best lawyer of his generation. He has a strong background in litigation, but his understanding of client business allows him to excel in his profession.'
'Luiz Nardy is extremely skilled and is always available to make suggestions and enhance each project.'
'Service with excellence, professionals with remarkable legal knowledge and accessible language, providing a clearer understanding of the questions asked. Luiz Nardy stands out.'

Key clients

Vale
Anglo American Minério de Ferro Brasil
RHI Magnesita
Nexa Recursos Minerais
Samarco Mineração
Banco Mercantil do Brasil
Associação Nacional de Empresas de Aluguel de Veículos e Gestão de Frotas
Localiza Rent a Car
Unidas
Hipolabor Farmacêutica
Itapeva Florestal
Mineração Morro do Ipê
Grupo Patrimar
Grupo Multipar
Grupo Herculano
Celulose Nipo-Brasileira (CENIBRA)
Intercement Brasil

Work highlights

Advised Vale on disputes relating to its largest mining operation in the State of Minas Gerais.
Represented Anglo American in numerous disputes related to iron ore exploitation in the states of Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro.
Assisted Banco Mercantil in a public civil action proposed by Minas Gerais’s Public Defenders Office regarding payroll loans.