Vieira Rezende' maritime practice combines contractual, tax, labour, arbitration and litigation expertise making it a popular destination for shipping clients requiring all-round legal support. Acting for a variety of clients, including offshore companies, port terminal companioperators and P&I clubs, the team handles a mix of wet and dry shipping matters, including charter and transportation agreements, cargo trading, and marine incidents. The team is well positioned to act in emergency responses to a myriad of maritime accidents, from explosions to strandings, marine pollution and personal accidents. Leading the practice, Bernardo Mendes Vianna is a key name to note for P&I clubs, and stands out for his expertise in wet shipping matters, such as casualties. Senior associate Erika Feitosa Chaves handles judicial and administrative litigation for the oil and gas and maritime sectors.
Testimonials
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- ‘Expertise in the topic, promptness and cordiality.’
‘Vieira Rezende provides excellent service; the team is always very attentive to the client's needs.’
Key clients
- Sistac – Sistemas De Acesso
- Amaggi Navegação (Hermasa Navegação Da Amazônia)
Work highlights
- Advising Yusen Logistics Co. on the regulatory and civil transport aspects of the Brazilian maritime legal system.
- Represented Granel in administrative proceedings after the company was fined by the National Petroleum Agency (ANP) for the unauthorised construction and operation of a railway platform at Terminal 1 of the Port of Itaqui-MA.