Bermudes Advogados, which occupies a leading position in the Brazilian dispute resolution market, is a strong performer in high-profile disputes within the power sector, handling proceedings at the administrative, judicial and appellate levels. Based in Rio de Janeiro, the team is recurrently sought out by electricity concessionaires and other industry players in contentious matters arising from power agreements, projects and regulatory issues, and is also adept at assisting clients in project approvals. Practice co-leader Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira, whose experience in dispute resolution surpasses three decades, is one of the main points of contact for companies operating in regulated sectors, including electricity. Fellow co-head Vítor Ferreira Alves De Brito is entirely devoted to power mandates, showcasing expertise in complex regulatory matters. Frederico Ferreira is another name to note for high-stakes contentious matters in this space.
Testimonials
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‘Always available and very dedicated to finding innovative solutions.’
‘I'd highlight Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira and Vitor Alves de Brito. ’
Key clients
- CCEE – Câmara de Comercialização de Energia Elétrica
- ABRADEE – Assoc. Brasileira dos Distribuidores de Energia Elétrica
- Engie
- Enel
- CPFL
- Energisa
- Neoenergia
- AES
- ISA CTEEP
- Equatorial
Work highlights
- Represents Abradee in a declaratory action brought by Santo Antonio Energia against ANEEL.
- Representing Vibra Energia in a R$8bn dispute filed by Grupo Forte.
- Represented ABIAPE in a direct action for unconstitutionality.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Vitor Ferreira Alves de Brito, Marcio Vieira Souto Costa Ferreira