Energy, construction and real estate-related disputes are core areas of focus for Stocche Forbes Advogados, which attracts praise for its ‘deep understanding of clients’ businesses’. Proceedings arising from M&A and involving environmental law are strong points for the department, which is also sought after for its experience in preventive measures. ‘Distinguished professional’ Rafael Passaro combines substantial experience in civil litigation with in-depth knowledge of administrative cases. Luis Guilherme Aidar Bondioli, who specialises in civil, commercial and corporate disputes, and Guilherme Gaspari Coelho, who balances a busy litigation and arbitration caseload, are also part of the core team. Key partner Wilson Newton de Mello Neto brings more than 25 years of experience in dispute resolution, standing out for his track record in corporate-related claims. Maria Lucia Cetraro regularly acts for domestic and international clients in proceedings concerning tort, consumer law, collective actions and contractual conflicts. Other noteworthy practitioners include Laura Bastos de Lima and Flávia Persiano Galvão.
Testimonials
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- 'The firm and the team have a deep understanding of client's businesses and operations. The lawyers involved, regardless of seniority, are extremely well trained from a technical point of view. The relationship partner is present in all projects and demands.'
- 'Different options/structures are constantly presented, always with the objective of making clients' operations feasible and safe. It is not a law firm that stimulates litigation in an unrestricted way, there is a lot of consideration and good sense when recommending strategies.'
- 'Rafael Passaro, Maria Lucia Pereira Cetraro and Flávia Persiano Galvão are recommended.'
- 'Stocche Forbes stands out for its services and the quality of its team. Cases are always accompanied by partners, along with the team specialised in the topic under discussion, which makes the deliberation on the issues more rapid and assertive. It has an agile, efficient and very organised administrative structure.'
- 'Rafael Pássaro is a distinguished professional, not only for his refined technical quality, but also for the zeal and wisdom in which he articulates with clients. He has his own professional profile, which transmits singular security to clients and peers.'
- 'Wilson Mello Neto is a lawyer with vast legal and executive experience who also deserves to be highlighted. A natural-born articulator with great ability in negotiation and discussions in the legal and political sphere.'
Key clients
- Erbe Incorporadora
- Danone
- Tishman Speyer
- Hypera
- Terna
- Autonomy
- Tegra
- Pátria
- GTIS
- SEW
- Medtronic
- Cargill
- Gerdau
- BRF
- Agricola Xingu
- Reckitt Benckiser Brasil
- Capitual Instituição de Pagamento
Work highlights
- Represents Hypera, Cosmed and Brainfarma in an institutional pharmaceutical dispute involving medicine recalls.
- Defending Ivory Incorporação e Construção in a class action involving a building license issued by the Municipality of São Paulo for the construction of a real estate project.
- Represents Danone in a public civil action filed by Instituto Brasileiro de Defesa do Consumidor – IDEC claiming compensation for collective moral damages.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Rafael Passaro, Luis Guilherme Bondioli, Guilherme Gaspari Coelho, Wilson Newton de Mello Neto