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New York firm Debevoise & Plimpton LLP maintains a prime global international arbitration practice and is recognised for its top-notch team's handling of Brazil-related matters. Market participants widely note the firm's finesse handling some of the most sensitive and high-stakes cases. Its impressive client roster includes banks, engineering and energy companies engaged in complex disputes under ICC and AAA/ICDR arbitration rules.
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"Debevoise is excellent in international arbitration. They display a high degree of knowledge, depth, strategic vision and their team is robust."
"With a global scope and experience in all jurisdictions, Debevoise handles highly sophisticated arbitrations for our company due to their expertise."
"Debevoise is a point of reference in arbitration and their professionals are prominent."
"Debevoise is excellent in international arbitration. They display a high degree of knowledge, depth, strategic vision and their team is robust."
"With a global scope and experience in all jurisdictions, Debevoise handles highly sophisticated arbitrations for our company due to their expertise."
"Debevoise is a point of reference in arbitration and their professionals are prominent."
Notable Practitioners
Dietmar Prager is at the helm of Debevoise's distinguished international arbitration offering for Brazil-related disputes. He has a wealth of experience handling major cases involving Brazilian companies, especially under ICC rules, and is noted by market participants for his down-to-earth and assertive approach. He is based in New York and co-heads the firm's Latin America practice.
"Dietmar has strategic vision, knows our business well and has a business-oriented approach."
"He stands out for his technical knowledge of arbitrations."
"Dietmar is one of the best lawyers who is active in Brazil. He knows the market quite well and speaks Portuguese fluently."
Joining the numbered bands, Mark W Friedman is sought after for his international arbitration and litigation expertise, with a strong offering in commercial arbitration. He is highly praised by peers and clients for his knowledge and strategic skills.
"Mark is a super-experienced senior lawyer who has a great reputation."
"He is a great lawyer who handles large arbitrations. I heard great things about Mark coming from players in the market. Mark is keeping up his good reputation."
"I would highlight his business acumen. Mark has a holistic perspective and is an excellent strategist."