DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Dispute Resolution
D&Q has a well-established reputation for its experience in assisting local and foreign clients in both court litigation and arbitrations. Our team of skilled lawyers has knowledge and expertise in handling complex legal disputes. We work closely with our clients to understand their unique needs, provide tailored solutions and deliver optimal outcomes. In light of our professionals’ qualifications and experience in both civil and common law jurisdictions, our team is highly specialised and unique. Among others, we note the following matters:
PROMINENT CASES
ACTING FOR LEAD PLAINTIFFS IN US CLASS ACTIONS
Acting against large Brazilian corporations for thelead plaintiffsin class actions in the US regarding breaches of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934acting in complex service-of-process procedures (letters rogatory), in the preparation of strategies, and carrying out discovery (disclosure), document production, witness interviews and other evidence gathering in Brazil. We acted for the plaintiffs in the class actions against Parmalat, Sadia (now BR Foods), Aracruz (now Fibria), Banco Bradesco, Apple, Gol Airlines and for the largest opt outs in the class action against Petrobras.
GRANITE MINING CONCESSION LITIGATION
Defending a large Japanese keirestsu in a lawsuit involving granite exportation, price indexation and the granting of a concession over mining exploration rights.
RECOGNITION AND ENFORCEMENT OF ARBITRAL AWARDS ON BEHALF OF SGX-LISTED AGRIBUSINESS GROUP
Acting for the applicant listed on the Singapore Stock Exchange on the successful recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards issued by the International Cotton Association against Brazilian rural producers.
ARBITRATION IN GREENFIELD PROJECT
Acting for an Australian professional in arbitration taking place in Miami regarding a greenfield surf pool project based in California.
ACTING AS EXPERT WITNESSES IN FOREIGN COURTS AND ARBITRATION PROCEEDINGS
Acting as experts in Brazilian law in a variety of high-profile cases in court actions and arbitrations in the United States, England and Australia.
COMPLEX CROSS-JURISDICTIONAL SUCCESSION AND PROBATE MATTERS
Acting in complex succession and probate matters involving clients and assets in multiple jurisdictions including Germany, Australia, Greece and Brazil.
DEFENCE IN EMPLOYMENT INVESTIGATION
Acting for a London Stock Exchange-listed group in preparatory proceedings filed by the Labour Prosecution Office.
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