Shipping

Farinon, Carvalho da Silva & Advogados Associados is a Porto Alegre-based firm with experience assisting a diverse client roster comprising ship owners, charterers and P&I clubs with both contentious and non-contentious mandates. The team handles litigation arising from accidents and insurance claims relating to vessel collisions, with additional capabilities advising on regulatory, compliance and contractual matters.

"They have been able to effectively handle a variety of matters for our company and meet all our legal needs as our business evolved, such as shipping mandates."

"The firm has proven to largely dominate the content and jurisprudence in the area. We realised this through comments and results that they helped us bring to the company."

Co-head of department Roberto Farinon is a well-regarded lawyer within the maritime sector, drawing from long experience in the field to advise clients in a range of sector-related disputes, including cargo and vessel claims. "Roberto is an admired lawyer in the shipping sector. He is recognised for his knowledge in maritime law and strong commitment to his clients' causes." "His experience and knowledge are very important for the handling of cases."

Ruy Fernando Carvalho da Silva is a respected practitioner who often handles issues related to ports and terminals. He also works on insurance-related matters. "He is an experienced and well-respected lawyer in the market for his litigation skills and deep expertise in shipping."