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Labour & Employment: Highly Regarded - Brazil
What the Team is Known For
FCAR Advogados has a dynamic labour department acting on mass dismissals, collective bargaining agreements and harassment claims. The team is often retained by domestic and international players from the energy, chemicals and transportation industries. The firm is also experienced handling overtime claims, bonus structuring and conducting internal investigations.
Strengths
They have a high capacity for solving complex demands, with a multifaceted view of the issues under analysis. FCAR's team is very technically prepared, agile and assertive.
Their labour law department is very strategic, so we end up winning many lawsuits. FCAR's success rate is well above the market average.
Work Highlights
FCAR represented Ligas de Alumínio (LIASA) in a Class Action filed by Metalworkers Union claiming unpaid overtime.
Notable practitioners
Luiz Fernando Alouche receives strong praise from clients and market commentators for his handling of sophisticated labour matters.
He combines legal skills with a pragmatic approach, becoming a point of reference in his field for the dedication and technical rigour with which he conducts his cases.
He is a partner with excellent technical knowledge and the ability to develop strategies and resolve complex conflicts. Luiz Fernando is easily approachable and leads an excellent team.
Luiz Fernando is experienced, qualified and highly respected in his field. He makes sure to assist his client directly even having a very proactive and competent team.