Cescon Barrieu is a key port of call for clients seeking representation in domestic and international arbitration proceedings, most notably those arising from corporate and contractual disputes. Mandates involving breaches of contract and post-M&A issues are indeed core areas of activity for the team, which is also skilled in cases concerning construction projects, administrative law and distribution agreements. At the helm of the practice, São Paulo-based Carlos David Albuquerque Braga is a reference for corporate and shareholder disputes, while Gabriel Seijo Leal de Figueiredo in Salvador regularly advises on contractual conflicts. The practice was bolstered in August 2023 by the addition of a team of dispute resolution specialists from boutique MAMG Advogados, including the now co-head Paulo Macedo Garcia Neto, whose arbitration experience includes proceedings under the rules of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the Brazilian Canadian Chamber of Commerce (CAM-CCBC), and Mariana Capela Lombardi Moreto, who is adept at representing energy and infrastructure clients before domestic and international arbitral institutions. Mauricio Fabbri is a name to not for arbitration and alternative dispute resolution.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Cescon is unique because of its ability to understand the client's business and provide quick, strategic and efficient answers to their problems. It is a full-service law firm that preserves its specialised and client-focused approach. The firm has greatly expanded its dispute resolution practice and expertise by bringing in partner Paulo Macedo Garcia Neto and his team.'
  • 'Paulo Macedo Garcia Neto has the strategic vision to be aggressive when necessary, but without losing the ability to mediate and negotiate conflicts.'
  • 'Carlos David Albuquerque Braga and Rafael Bertão are very attentive and dedicated. They discuss issues with the client extensively and bring in good advisers.'
  • 'Carlos David Albuquerque Braga is an excellent and very detailed lawyer.'

Key clients

  • Construtora Jurema Ltda.

Work highlights

  • Represents Construtora Jurema in an ICC Arbitration against the State of Bahia regarding public contracts for lighting infrastructure.

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Carlos David Albuquerque Braga, Gabriel Seijo Leal de Figueiredo, Paulo Macedo Garcia Neto

Other key lawyers

Maurício Fabbri, Mariana Capela Lombardi Moreto, Rafael Bertão, Thiago Martins, Amanda Fernandes