Shipping - Brazil
What the team is known for
Promare is a Fortaleza-based firm advising an array of players in the shipping industry, including ship owners, port operators and P&I insurance providers, on the full spectrum of sector-related mandates. The team is well equipped to assist clients with both wet shipping mandates, including litigation arising from collisions, and dry shipping matters such as legal opinions on charter agreements.
Strengths
"They are very committed to the guidelines and they always try to show us all the possibilities to follow, in face of the analysed scenarios."
"Their knowledge is strong and they are very connected in this market."
"The firm has extensive experience in maritime transport, combined with a broad knowledge of applicable legislation."
Notable practitioners
Head of department Larry Carvalho advises clients in a wide range of mandates within the maritime sector, including charter agreements, demurrage charges, and disputes involving collisions, cargo issues and oil spills. "Larry stands out for the knowledge of our market, our challenges and needs, making the conversation much easier and smoother. He has a great knowledge in shipping mandates, coupled with knowledge of our core business which facilitates our defences." "High level in everything, I only have good things to recommend about him."
Jeová Costa Lima Neto is a rising star in the shipping field. He often works on issues related to cruise ships.
