14th ICC Brazilian Arbitration Day 2026

March 12, 2026

São Paulo | Hotel Unique

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Registration fees for the third batch (from February 2nd until March 1st):

ICC MEMBERS: R$ 1,515.00

NON-MEMBERS OF THE ICC: R$ 1,690.00

UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS: R$ 700.00

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Brazilian Arbitration Day

The ICC Court of Arbitration and ICC Brazil have been holding ICC BRAZILIAN ARBITRATION DAY since 2015. This event is part of the international arbitration calendar and is one of the main events in the region, bringing together Brazilian and foreign professionals.

The main objective of the event is to promote arbitration and dispute resolution in Brazil and the region, discuss opportunities and challenges in the Latin American arbitration scene, and offer up-to-date information and best market practices.

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Updates

Success in recent editions.

At the 2025 edition of ICC Brazilian Arbitration Day, more than 500 participants gathered to enjoy a full day of exclusive national and international content.

PROGRAM

08:30 – 09:00 | Registration

09:00 – 09:20 | Welcome Remarks

Gabriella Dorlhiac, Executive Director, ICC Brazil, São Paulo

Gabriel Costa, Associate General Counsel Global Litigation, Shell Brasil Petróleo Ltda.; Chair, Arbitration and Mediation Commission 2024-2025, ICC Brazil, Rio de Janeiro

09:20 – 10:00 | Opening

Ana Serra e Moura, Deputy Secretary General, ICC International Court of Arbitration; Deputy Director, ICC Dispute Resolution Services, Paris

10:00 – 11:00 | Navigating Changes to
the ICC Rules of Arbitration

Speakers:

Claudia Salomon, President of the ICC International Court of Arbitration, Paris
Julie Bédard,Partner, Head of International Arbitration for the Americas, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, New York
Paula Karam, Senior Lawyer, Litigation and Arbitration, Petrobras, Rio de Janeiro

Moderated by:

André Abbud, Partner, BMA Advogados, São Paulo

11:00 – 11:30 | Coffee break

11:30 – 12:45 | The Future of Expert Evidence in Arbitration: Insights from the ICC Brazil Task Force Report

The Task Force report on Expert Evidence in Arbitration is the result of two years of work by 41 members of the ICC Brazil Arbitration and ADR Commission. Approved on 27 November 2025, it provides essential reflections on the future of arbitral practice. This panel aims to present and debate the study’s key findings: terminology, efficiency, and alignment with international best practices, as well as topics such as the burden of proof, the timing and scope of expert evidence, and the responsibilities of the professionals involved.

Introduction:

Adriana Braghetta, Partner, Adriana Braghetta Advogados, São Paulo
Karina Goldberg, Partner, Ferro, Castro Neves, Daltro & Gomide Advogados, São Paulo
Flavia Mange, Partner, Flavia Mange Advogados, São Paulo

Speakers:

Mariana Cattel, Partner, MAMG Advogados, São Paulo
Marcela Kohlbach de Faria, Partner, Marcela Kohlbach Arbitration and Advocacy, Rio de Janeiro
Nilo Santos, Federal Prosecutor, Chapecó
Tamara Oliveira, Partner, KPMG, São Paulo

Moderated by:

Marcela Tarré, Partner, Beneduzi & Tarré Advogados, Rio de Janeiro

12:45 – 13:00 | Q&A Session

13:00 – 14:30 | Lunch

14:30 – 15:45 | The Infrastructure Sector: Paths Taken and Emerging Horizons

Over the last two decades, arbitration has established itself as the preferred mechanism for resolving disputes in the infrastructure sector—a field characterized by highly complex contracts, multiple stakeholders, and significant regulatory risks. This panel will bring together public administration representatives, external and in-house counsel, and arbitrators for a multidisciplinary discussion on the main challenges faced and lessons learned in conducting infrastructure arbitrations. Emphasizing the exchange of practical experience and the development of legal and operational solutions, the debate aims to foster dialogue among various stakeholders, specifically addressing:

Complex Arbitration: Recent developments
Infrastructure Investment in Brazil: Is the level of protection attractive to foreign investment?
On-Demand Guarantees in Construction Contracts: Practical experiences

Speakers:

Christian Albanesi, Partner, Linklaters, Washington
Eugenia Marolla, Chief Advisor, Technical Advisory Office of the Government, Casa Civil, Government of the State of São Paulo, São Paulo
Pedro Metello de Nápoles, Independent Referee, PMN Arbitration, Lisboa

Moderated by:

Gustavo Scheffer, Partner, Tauil & Chequer Advogados Associado a Mayer Brown, São Paulo

15:45 – 16:00 | Q&A Session

16:00 – 16:30 | Coffee break

16:30 – 17:45 | Damage Assessment in Post-M&A Disputes: Perspectives and Practices

Indemnification for Damages: What are the limits of the tribunal's discretion?
Breach of Representations and Warranties: How to calculate damage when the default affects price valuation?
Disputes over Frustrated Earn-outs: Elements for the liquidation of damages.
Interest and Inflation Adjustment: How far does freedom of contract go?
Speakers:
Arthur Parente, Partner, Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. and Quiroga Advogados
Aline Terra, Partner, Aline de Miranda Valverde Terra Consutoria Jurídica, Rio de Janeiro
Sebastian Zuccon, Executive Vice President, Compass Lexecon, Buenos Aires