Our deal is litigation
We defend our clients in a wide variety of disputes, both in arbitration and in court. Through our office in Brasilia, we also represent our clients before the Superior Court of Justice, the Federal Supreme Court and the Federal Court of Auditors.
In the corporate area, we have extensive experience in litigation in the areas of corporate, competition, tax and construction law, as well as in the areas of intellectual property, civil liability and agribusiness. We also provide a robust defense to individuals, with a particular focus on family wealth disputes, such as probates involving large corporate groups and multiple jurisdictions.
We have significant experience in litigation involving state and federal regulatory agencies, defending companies in industries such as oil and gas, electricity (distribution, transmission and generation), telecommunications, transportation, ports and airports, food, pharmaceuticals and tobacco.
Our practice also includes litigation involving various jurisdictions, both in Brazil and abroad. We work with a global network of partners and firms, which allows us to provide integrated and effective solutions to complex legal issues in multiple jurisdictions.
We are present in the main arbitration centers in Brazil and abroad, and we represent our clients before judicial and administrative tribunals throughout the country. We often work closely with renowned law firms in Brazil and in major international centers, ensuring a strategic and high quality approach.
WHO WE ARE
Luciano Godoy
Luciano Godoy holds a bachelor’s (1991) and master’s degree (1997) and a doctorate (2002) from the School of Law of the University of São Paulo. Godoy was also a Visiting Scholar at Columbia Law School from 2006 to 2007. His practice focuses mainly on Civil, Regulatory and Arbitration law, representing large Brazilian and international groups. Before starting LUC Advogados, Godoy worked as an executive at CSN - Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional and at Santander Bank. In addition, he was a Federal Judge at the Federal Regional Court of the 3rd Region for 10 years.
Ricardo Zamariola
With more than 20 years of experience in complex litigation of various natures, Ricardo is recognized for his ability to combine technical excellence with sensitivity in defending his clients. His practice covers a wide range of topics, including corporate law, succession disputes involving large corporate groups, and family property conflicts, in matters that often combine judicial and administrative proceedings in multiple jurisdictions. Ricardo also brings the experience of having appeared in dozens of cases before the Superior Court of Justice and the Supreme Court.