The lawyers from Muriel Advogados are specialized in domestic and international arbitration proceedings, with extensive experience in representing clients in strategic disputes related to a wide range of issues, such as corporate, commercial, civil construction and large engineering projects (EPC) , financial services, energy, infrastructure, telecommunications, among others, under the administration of the main arbitration institutions in Brazil and in the world, such as the International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) , the Mediation and Arbitration Center of the Brazil-Canada Chamber of Commerce (CAM-CCBC). The team also has experience in “ad hoc” arbitration procedures under the rules of UNCITRAL – United Nations Commission on International Trade Law.
Muriel Advogados activities also involves the representation of its clients in preparatory and incidental judicial measures related to arbitration, ratification of foreign arbitration decisions, in addition to the preparation and review of clauses for the resolution of disputes in complex contracts and negotiation of arbitration agreements for resolution of ongoing disputes.
The performance in the arbitration field is one of the most outstanding recognition factors from Muriel Advogados, according to specialized rankings and to national and international publications. Recognized performance of Marcelo Muriel also as an arbitrator in arbitration proceedings administered by the most recognized institutions worldwide.
Complex Litigation
Muriel Advogados has extensive experience in representing national and international clients in lawsuits in all instances and courts of the country, with outstanding performance in highly complex litigation arising from corporate disputes, large construction agreements, financial agreements, capital market, intellectual property, representation and distribution agreements and credit recovery. Acting directly or through amicus curiae before the Superior Courts (Superior Court of Justice and Supreme Federal Court) in highly complex litigation, in addition to acting as an “expert witness” and drafting legal opinions in judicial proceedings before foreign courts, in addition to strategic advice on complex international legal matters.
The lawyers from Muriel Advogados have an outstanding and relevant performance in administrative investigative and sanctioning proceedings before the most diverse public bodies, such as the Federal Court of Accounts, Anvisa, Public Prosecutors, Procon, Conar, among others.
Performance examples
- Corporate Disputes
- Civil and Naval Construction
- Energy
- M&A
- Insurance
- Hydroelectric Plants
- Gas Thermoelectric
- Diesel Thermoelectric Plants
- Biomass Thermoelectric Plants
- Wind Parks
- Transmission Lines and Substations
- Distribution and Electricity Sales
- Oil and Gas
- Project Finance
- Ports
- Subway
- Monorail
- Cargo Transport
- Railroad
- Logistics
- Take-or-Pay
- Paper and Cellulose
- Industrial Gases
The Firm
Muriel Advogados is a dispute resolution boutique, specialized in arbitration, mediation and strategic litigation, led by its founding partner Marcelo Muriel, who has nearly 40 years of experience in conducting highly complex litigation. The team’s scope of work ranges from preparing and advising its clients throughout the pre-litigation phase to conducting arbitration proceedings, judicial or administrative proceedings, in addition to acting in the negotiation of settlement agreements. The team of lawyers is experienced, qualified and recognized by the most important rankings and national and international publications.
Team
Education
- University of São Paulo – Law degree (1985);
- Cambridge University – Certificate of Proficiency in English (1982);
- University of São Paulo – Degree in Philosophy (1980/81 incomplete);
Career
- Founding Partner at Muriel Medici Franco and senior partner of the firm (2021 to date);
- Founding Partner at Muriel Medici Franco and senior partner of the firm (2016/2021);
- Founding Partner at Mattos Muriel Kestener Advogados (2005/2015);
- Intern, Associate and Partner at Pinheiro Neto Advogados (1983/2005);
- Foreign stagiaire at Nagashima, Ohno & Tsunematsu in Tokyo, Japan (1992);
Expertise
- Extensive practice as counsel, lead counsel and co-counsel in domestic and international dispute resolution, with emphasis on cross-border litigation, product liability and tort litigation, corporate disputes, construction, infrastructure, energy, financial transactions, domestic and international arbitration;
- Experience as party-appointed arbitrator and chairman of arbitral tribunals in domestic and international arbitrations;
Associations
- Former chairman of the Arbitration Committee of the São Paulo Bar;
- Member of the ICC Latin American Group of International Arbitration;
- Member of the IBA – International Bar Association;
Foreign languages
- Proficiency in English;
- Fluency in Spanish and French;
- Intermediate knowledge of Italian and Japanese (conversation only);
International recognition
- Chambers Latin America – Brazil, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration;
- Chambers Global – Brazil, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration;
- Who’s Who Legal Brazil: Arbitration, Litigation and Product Liability Defence;
- LACCA Approved – Arbitration;
- Expert Guides – Commercial Arbitration;
- Análise Advocacia - Arbitration and Chemical Sector;
Education
- Pontifical Catholic University – Law degree (2011);
- Getúlio Vargas Foundation – Specialization in Business Contracts (2013);
- Pontifical Catholic University – Master of Laws in Civil Law (2020);
Career
- Partner at Muriel Advogados (2021 até o presente);
- Senior Associate at KLA Advogados (2008/2021);
Expertise
- Danilo has a strong background and extensive track record in arbitration proceedings and judicial claims focused on business, commercial, corporate and contractual matters, advising relevant players in strategic and complex disputes. His practice includes pre-litigation advice, negotiation and representation as counsel in a diversified dispute spectrum;
Associations
- OAB;
- AASP;
- CBAR;
Foreign languages
- English;
- French;
- Spanish;
International recognition
- The Legal 500 – Rising Star, Dispute Resolution: Litigation;
- Leaders League – Recommended Lawyer: Litigation;
- Análise 500 – Litigation and Pharmaceutical sector;