Under the leadership of founder Marcelo Muriel and the ‘always agile’ Danilo Orenga, the litigation practice at Muriel Advogados is proficient in both public and private law-related disputes. Proceedings involving the energy sector make up the bulk of the team’s caseload, which is further populated by corporate, contractual and regulatory disputes in the construction, real estate and healthcare segments. Associate Yasmim Fortes, who is widely recommended by clients, is also part of the core team dedicated to litigation matters.
Testimonials
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‘Muriel Advogados enjoys a solid reputation and their lawyers are experienced and capable of handling cross-borders issues. ’
‘I would like to highlight Marcelo Muriel and Danilo Orenga for their commitment to clients. ’
‘Danilo Orenga is agile and finds appropriate solutions to complex problems. Yasmim Fortes is always ready to assist. She is our light at the end of the tunnel.'
‘The Muriel Advogados team provides a high quality service and is very committed to understanding our business. They delve deeper into the topic and are creative in complex situations.'
‘I would like to recommend the work of partner Danilo Orenga and associate Yasmim Fortes. Danilo has a lot of experience in litigation and arbitration and can lead projects with great vision. Yasmim is a great lawyer.'
‘This is a firm with a highly specialised service. The team has recognised knowledge in the area.'
‘Partner Danilo Orenga is a highly qualified and prepared professional. He seeks to serve clients effectively, bringing innovative solutions.'
Key clients
- British American Tobacco
- Continental do Brasil Produtos Automotivos Ltda.
- Greenestreet Films International Inc.
- Acciona Construcción S.A.
- Dryclean USA do Brasil Lavanderias Ltda.
- Siemens A.G.
- Andritz Hydro Ltda.
- Brascod - Comércio, Importação e Exportação (Grupo Rui Costa e Sousa)
- Alice Operadora Ltda.
- Companhia Industrial Cataguases
- Star Participações Rio Preto Ltda.
- Latache High Yield
- Suzano S.A.
Work highlights
- Advised Siemens AG on a matter concerning an fine imposed by the Federal Court of Accounts due to potential irregularities in the construction of the Salvador subway project.
- Assisted Acciona Construcción S.A. with conflicts arising from the construction of the Fortaleza/CE subway.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Marcelo Muriel, Danilo Orenga