Chambers Latin America 2015 - Pereira Neto Macedo Advogados

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Chambers Latin America 2015 - Pereira Neto Macedo Advogados
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guage skills are highly valued by international able and his English is excelle11t." Lau ro Celid onio Neto (see p.399) is valued by clients for
clients.
his maturity and experience in the competiStrengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"T11e firm has a multifaceted and se/f-starting tion and antitrust area. Clients are impressed
team, working on its own i11itiative, that 11ever by Mareio Dias Soares (see p.408), with one
needs to be prompted. 7he team has specific saying: "We appreciate his quick understa11ding
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"7hey know what we need before we do. We
sought their assista11ce with an extraordinarily
complex issue and tlrey managed to keep it completely under tire radar - exactly what we needed
in that situation."
Work bighlights Successfully represented
Schlumberger before CADE in a joint venture
\vith Cameron, helping establish oil and gas
product manufacturer and services provider
Significant clients Camargo Corrêa, UPS, OneSubsea.
Notable practitioners
United Airlines, Toshiba, Embraer.
Department co-head José Regazzini (see
p.436) is a fully dedicated competition lawyer
Pinheiro Neto Advogados
whose experience is valued by clients. Daniel
See proflle on p.545
What the team is known for Esteemed prac- Oliveira Andreoli (see p.432) is held in high
tice with extensive experience in merger esteem by clients, who say: "He is very responreviews, cartel investigations and leniency sive and displays very good commercial judgeapplications. lhe team also frequently advises ment." Leading the team alongside Regazzini,
on cross·border mandates with a competition/ the experienced Marcelo Calliari (see p.395)
draws much admiration from clients for his
antitrust angle.
antitrust expertise and leadership sltills.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"I seek out their advice for my company's most Significant clients MasterCard, Oracle, Colhigh-profile cases. I can always expect the team's gate-Palmolive, Casino Group, Oufry.
knowledge of our industry sector and under- of our business and related alllitrust issues - he
is also a strong communicator both verbally and
stallds our goals as a compa11y."
What's new? Maria Eugênia Novis was pro- in written work." Another interviewee adds: "He
moted to partner, and the team was also is a highly effective advocate."
reinforced by the arrival of former CADE
(Administrative Council for Economic
Oefence) commissioner Marcos Paulo Veríssimo.
Wo rk highlights Currently representing stainless steel group Aperam Inox before CADE
in an investigation involving alleged abuse of
dominant position.
Notable practitioners
Head of department Tito Amaral de Andrade
(see p.384) is singled out by clients for his
"impressive knowledge" of competition law, and
for having the required language skills to communicate effectively with international clients.
Maria Eugênia Novis (see p.431 ) frequently
works side by side with Amaral and is admired
by sources for the high quality of her work and
her ability to meet client expectations.
Significant clients Vale, Amil (United Health
Group), Grupo Ultra, Telefónica, Alliance One.
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr.
e Qulroga Advogados
See proflle on p.532
What the team is known for Highly accomplished team noted for its strong commercial
awareness. Cüents also value the firm's ability
to offer a full service when dealing with sophis·
ticated projects.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"T11ey u11dersta11d our busi11ess mode/, providi11g
advice that is practica/, cohere11t a11d relevalll.
T11e /awyers are avai/able a11d provide clear and
cormsel that is easy to u11dersta11d."
What's new? Mareio Dias Soares has been pro·
moted to partner.
Work highlights Representing both buyer and
seller before the competition authorities in
Syniverse Technologies' acquisition of roaming
services provider MACH, also requiring joint
review and remedy negotiations between
CADE and the European Commission.
Notable practitioners
Clients rave about experienced practitioner
Amadeu Carvalhaes Ribeiro (see p.398),
saying: "Hes extremely knowledgeable about
work to be ofa very high quality."
Work highlights Successfully represented
Microsoft in a CADE-Ied investigation into
alleged anti-competitive practices involving
Explorer and Windows platform licensing
practices.
Notable practitioners
Cristianne Saccab Zarzur (see p.438) has
considerable insight into the pharmaceutical irldustry, and her experience in complex
merger reviews is highly prized by clients.
Sources acknowledge her visibility in the
sector, saying: "Shes definitely a top-tier lawyer."
José Alexandre Buaiz Neto (see p.394) is based
in BrasUia and specialises in competition,
litigation and life sciences matters. Worlting
alongside Zarzur, associate Lilian Barreira
(see p.389) recently assisted Delphi Luxemburg
in obtaining CADE approval for its acquisition
of FCI's motorised vehicle business. Leonardo
Peres da Rocha e Silva (see p.402) is currently
leading the team advising GM on an alleged
bid-rigging case involving the sale of ambulance vehicles to the government o f São Paulo.
Significant clients GM, Universal Leaf
Tobacco, Prosegur Espaila, LAN Chile, Bradesco.
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Grlnberg, Cordovll Advogados
What the team is known for Compact, highly
dexterous team advising clients on a wide range
of competition and antitrust issues, with particular emphasis on cartel investigations and
anti-competitive practices.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from dients)
"7hey are accessible and responsive to our
demands. T/rey really strive to achieve the results
we 11eed."
What's new? Patricia Avigni recently joined the
team as a partner.
Work highlights lhe firm is currently advising
Google on an investigation led by CADE
into alleged anti·competitive practices in the
market for search engines.
Notable p ractitioners
Leonor Cordovil is admired by sources for her
experience and resourcefulness. Oeeply experienced former CADE commissioner Mauro
Grinberg is particularly prized by clients for
his networlting sltills.
Significant clients Siemens, Solvay, Visa, Shell,
Google.
TozzlniFrelre Advogados
See profile on p.564
What the team is known for Provides comprehensive assistance to clients in high-profile
everythi11g that goes on in competition /aw." merger control filings, cartel investigations and
They add: "He was instrumental i11 guiding us leniency negotiations. Noted for its impressive
through the new legal regime, hes always avail- results in competition mandates.
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Llno, Beraldl, Belluzzo e Camlnatl
Advogados
What lhe team is known for Highly specialised and experienced competition and antitrust
group \vith particular expertise in handling
prominent cartel investigations. lhe team also
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includes a dedicated litigation partner.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"We've achieved great results witlr them and they've
helped us establish a 11ew jr1risprudence at CADE.
T11is is a11 agi/e and available teanr tlrat does its best
to ensure c/ients are completely satisjied."
Work h ighlights Advising Citibank on the sale
o f its Brazilian card and consumer finance unit
to ltaú Unibanco.
Notable practitioners
Department co-head Fábio Francisco Beraldi
focuses his practice on antitrust and cartel
investigations in addition to consumer law
issues. He is lauded by clients for his agility and
"vast knowledge" of competition law. Leading
the team with Beraldi, Eduardo Caminati
advises on merger filings, investigations into
anti-competitive practices and international
trade issues. Sources say: "He knows how to
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Mattos Murlel Kestener Advogados
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
What the team is known for Experienced and
accomplished team with a notable track record
in handling cartel investigations. lhe team
advises some high-profile multinationals in the
competition area.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"T11ey stand out for their refined a11d accurate
strategy. We appreciate tire direct and consta11t
contact we lrave witlr tire partners."
"7heir advice entailed the complex analysis
of relevant regulatiorrs and tire elaboratiorr of
sophisticated arguments."
What's new? Seven new associares have
recently joined the team.
Notable practitioners
Juliano Maranhão (see p.423) is hailed by clients as a "sharp problem solver." Head of department Tércio Sampaio Ferraz Jr (see p.439) is a
competition law specialist with decades of academic and legal practice under his belt. Clients
prize his experience and carefully considered
advice. Clients value Thiago Francisco d a Silva
Brito (see p.402) for his persuasive manner and
pre-emptive counsel.
Significant dients Rafzen, Organizações
Globo, Cosan, Azul, Saraiva.
Work highlights Representing Sony Optiarc in
an alleged cartel investigation in the market of
optical disk drives.
Notable practitioners
Maria Andrade (see p.385) is lauded by clients
for her focused and meticulous approach. Ubiratan Mattos (see p.424) is commended by peers
for his track record and experience in the area.
Significant clients Braskem, Louis Dreyfus,
explain the issues at stake in a very accessible Toshiba, Odebrecht, Tokay Rubber industries. Trench, Rossi e Watanabe
way; hes very objective and business-aware."
Significant clients J. Macedo, Gerdau, IBM, Pereira Neto 1 Macedo
Andrade Gutierrez, Octapharma.
See proflle on p.543
What lhe team is known for Widely acclaimed
Magalhães e Dias
for its performance in complex antitrust and
See proflle on p.527
regulatory transactions, and for providing
What the team is known for Much-respected, effective strategic planning.
dedicated antitrust team with specialist knowl- Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
edge of consumer law issues, cartel investiga- "Tire team successfully combines technica/
tions and disputes.
knowledge witlr deeply analytical and strategic
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
focus. 7hey lrarrdle our most conrplex cases mrd
"7heir service is fast, thorough and business-oriented. 7hey possess vast technical expertise and
a good workirrg relationship witlr the relevant
autlrorities. We are always able to have direct
contact with the partners."
What's new? lhe group has recently been reinforced by the arrival of three new lawyers specialising in economic law and litigation.
Work h ighlights Representing Nestlé in an
investigation led by CADE into the ice cream
market regarding the competitive effects
of exclusivity agreements signed with local
retai.lers.
Notable practitioners
Gabriel Nogueira Dias (see p.431) is the firm's
managing partner. He is recognised by clients
for his agility and clarity of advice. lhe deeply
experienced Carlos Fran cisco de Magalhães
(see p.405) is widely regarded as a pioneer in
Brazilian competition law and has been repeatedly appointed by relevant government bodies
to sit on commit1ees charged with amending
lhe country's competition legislation.
Significant clients Abril, Pirelli, Ambev,
Warner Music, Nextel.
(assoclated wlth Baker & McKenzle
lnternatlonal)
See proflle on p.98
What the team is known for Advises across
ali manner of competition and antitrust issues,
with particular expertise in concentration acts
and cartel investigations. lhe firm's international network is also an advantage for crossborder mandates.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"7hey demonstrate flexibility and availability,
and are open a11d honest in their communicaWhat's new? Joaquim Nogueira Porto Moraes tions. 7he team provides respo11sive, proactive
has been promoted to partner.
and detailed advice witlrout losing objectivity."
consistelllly deliver good results."
Work hlghlights Advising Diagnóstico das Américas (DASA) on its highly pubücised merger with
medicai diagnostics company MOI.
Notab.le practitioners
Head of department Caio Mário da Silva
Pereira Neto receives considerable praise from
dients, who say: "He's very tlroughtful, diligent
Work highlights Representing Yara Brasil in
the merger control filing which led to its successful acquisition o f Bunge's fertiliser business.
Notable practitioners
Thlio do Egito Coelho is valued by clients for
his experience and effectiveness in crafting
solid arguments. Clients praise Francisco
and resolutely focused on achieving tire best Todorov as being "brillia11t in both the tlreoresults for us." Worlting alongside Caio, Paulo retical a11d the practical."
Leonardo Casagrande has been assisting Significant clients GE, American Airlines,
Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional (CSN) in Vale, Liquigás, Nestlé.
obtaining a partia! reduction of an injunction
imposed by CADE following its acquisition of
a minority stake in Usiminas.
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Significan t clients Oi, BV Empreendimentos e
Participações, Serasa Experian, CSN, Serveng Casclone, Pullno, Boulos & Santos
Civilsan.
Advogados
See proflle on p.479
Sampaio Ferraz Advogados
What the team is known for Handles high·pro·
What lhe team is known for Practice group file antitrust mat1ers, with notable experience in
with a long-standing involvement in the com- cartel defence, judiciallitigation and preventative
petition law sphere. lhe team is noted for its counselling on commercial practices.
combination of outstanding academic back- Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
grounds with solid experience.
"7hey are very busi11ess·oriented and focused 011
the task at hand."
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a great corporate lawyer," say peers. He h as more with experience across the entire spectrum of Work highlights Provided counsel for Rio
than 50 years' experience in tax and corporate
law. Clients endorse Flavio Leoni Siqueira (see
p.420) for his availability and leaderships skills.
Significant clients LAEP Investments, Interoil
Representação, Ancar lvanhoe, Intermesa
Trading.
corporate law.
St rength.s (Quotes mainly from clients)
"We chose the .firm for the business acumen of its
lawyers, their quick respomes and the hands-on
approach from partners."
Work highlights Advised Prosegur Brasil on
its BRL825 million acquisition of Grupo NorLevy & Salomão Advogados
deste companies.
See proflle on p.515
Notable practitioners
What the team is known for Stands out for According to sources, José Orlando Lobo is
combining strong experience in transactional "a11 extremely gifted /awyer and a heavyweight
and regulatory matters. Provides corporate in this area." He co-heads the practice and adds
advice across the board and offers expertise in a signilicant wealth of experience to the team.
interdependent areas such as dispute resolu- Valdo Cestari de Rizzo is a versatile corporate
lawyer and shares leadership of the departtion, tax and competition.
ment. Clients admire his inteUectual agility and
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"The team is q11ick and available, and has a solution-oriented approach. Partner In Hee Cho
strong business vision allied with excel/ent tech- focuses on M&A and has extensive experience in
cross-border deals. Sources highlight her "impresnical quality.•
sive ability to break down cultural and language
Notable practitioners
Sources say Daniel Tardelli Pessoa (see p.443) barriers," as well as her strong negotiation and
"is engaged, accessible and very prompt," and drafting skills. Clients say Rodrigo Millar de
Castro Guerra is "incredibly dedicated, intelligent,
fu rther praise his communication skills.
Significant clients Vale Fertilizantes, Nord Est calm and creative." He is a well-rounded lawyer
who focuses on M&A and private equity.
Group, Rodobens, CTIS Tecnologia.
Significant clients Pearson Group, Prosegur
Brasil, lhyssenKrupp Automotive Systems,
Lllla, Huck, otranto, Camargo
InBrands.
Advogados
See proflle on p.516
What the team is known for Established player Lobo & lbeas Advogados
in São Paulo, focusing on M&A and restructur- See proflle on p.521
ings, as well as offering day-to-day support. What the team is known for Well-established
Acts for a strong base of domestic clients, and and respected practice operating from Rio de
is expanding its international reach.
Janeiro. Advlses clients on many aspects of
corporate and business law, including transacStrengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"Ten out of ten in terms of service and work tional matters, corporate governance and middelivered- I am entirely satis.fied with this .firm." market M&A.
Work highlights Advised Companhia de Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
Bebidas Ipiranga on its takeover by Embotel- "1l1is .firm stands out for the homogenous
ladora Andina, a bottler for Coca-Cola. lhe quality of the partners and their extremely high
deal was worth approximately USDS IS million. technical competence."
Notable practitioners
Notable practitioners
Luis Gustavo Haddad's (see p.416) strengths lhe key point of contact for clients is Joaquim
lie in corporate, M&A and debt restructuring. Simões Barbosa.
Clients are quick to highlight his "knowledge
and prompt service to the client," with one Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Oplce
adding: "He also helps usa lot in terms of busi- See proflle on p.525
What the team is known for Widely acclaimed
ness strategy."
Significant dients Porto Seguro, Cristália player with an impressive client roster and one
Produtos Q uímicos e Farmacêuticos, UTC of the largest teams in the country. Sought out
Participações, Arrow Electronics.
for its leading corporate pra~ce and highly
experienced M&A partners, and for its ability
to provide multidisciplinary advice.
Lobo & de Rlzzo Advogados
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
See proflle on p.520
What the team is known for Well-rounded "7hey are a one-stop shop, which is crucial for
practice with a significant presence in the M&A complex M&A requiring integrated advice. 7hey
market, representing a broad range of high- have vast resources, they are highly committed
level clients. Led by a strong team of partners and we can trust them to be available 24/ 7."
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de janeiro Refrescos, a Brazilian company
controUed by a bottler for Coca-Cola, on its
USD480 million acquisition of Companhia de
Bebidas Ipiranga.
Notable practitioners
Peers highlight Carlos José Rolim de Mello 's
(see p.437) extensive track record and experience
as his main assets. Clients describe him as "deeply
knuwledgeable alld very pragmatiC: Partner
Mauro Cesar Leschziner (see p.420) is an accomplished M&A lawyer and valuable team member
who has experience in deals across a wide range of
industries, including heavily regulated ones. Clients reserve high praise for José Samurai Saiani
(see p.439), stating that he is "a true deal maker"
and adding: "We feel very con.fident in his strong
technical ability and objective manner." Arthur
Bardawil Penteado (see p.388) enters the rankings on the back of a strong year. Clients describe
him as "a brilliant lawyer" and commend his
experience in complex corporate maners for listed
companies. Market cornmentators recognise Giovanni Biscardi's (seep.391) growingstature in the
field. Clients say: "He always delivers - he makes
things happen and establishes excel/ent working
re/ationships.· Name partner José Roberto Opice
(see p.432) now operates in a consultancy role
within the practice. He has vast experience ofcorporate, banking. project finance and capital markets. Clients praise Guilhenne Bueno Maloufs
(see p.394) "well-rounded approach to deals and
great busi11ess sense."
Significant clients Telefónica, Diageo, G4S
Brazil, Morgan Stanley, Apollo Group.
Madrona Hong Mazzuco - Sociedade
de Advogados
See proflle on p.526
What the team is known for Mid-sized corporale practice in São Paulo regularly advising clients on a \vide range of issues, from M&A and
joint ventures to private equity investments and
counsel on commercial issues.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"The team is compact, pro-deal at1d quick to act,
and has a great breadth of knowledge about the
Brazilianlegal system."
Work highlights Assisted EDP Energias do Brasil
in the BRL58 million sale of power transmission
company Evrecy to Companhia de Transmissão
de Energia Elétrica Paulista (CTEEP).
Notable practition ers
Department head Ricardo Madrona (see p.422)
is singled out for his "experience, creativity and
ability to w1derstand the clie11t's business needs."
Significao! clients Votorantim Group, UOL,
BTG, Aeris Energy, CBMM.
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Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Motta, Fernandes Rocha Advogados
Qul roga Advogados
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What the team is known for Regularly
involved in market-leading transactions for
high-profile clients. Large and multidisciplinary team equipped to handle hybrid deals
requiring M&A and capital markets knowledge, as well as sophisticated and regulatoryheavy corporale issues.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"We are 10096 satis.fied with this .firm: tile tech-
nical quality and rigour of the documents they
produce is excel/ent. 1l1ey are proactive in anticipating our issues and make an effort to build a
strong partnership with their clients."
Work highlights Represented MPX Energia, the
energy arm of EBX Group, as E.ON acquired a
24.5% stake of the company for USO 1 billion. lhe
deal includes a public capital increase by MPX of
BRL1.2 billion and the reintegration of a MPXJE.
ON joint venture back into MPX.
Notable practitioners
Sergio Spinelli Silva Jr (see p.443) rises to the
top tie r on the back of widespread p raise from
peers and clients: "Heis highly intelligent and has
a very strategic approach to cases- de.finitely one
of lhe best lawyers in the country." João Ricardo
de Azevedo Ribeiro (see p.436) is described as
"a brilliant lawyer who is always involved in top
of the market deals." He is a well-rounded corporate lawyer and an expert in M&A. Moacir
Zilbovicius (see p.450) is singled out for his
"seniority and outstanding skills," and for his
vast experience in sophisticated transactions.
José Eduardo Carneiro Queiroz's (see p.397)
practice encampasses capital markets, banking
and M&A. He is widely admired by sources as
one of the firm's most important assets. Marcelo Sampaio Góes Ricupero (see p.439) is
"diligent, creative and pro-deal," according to
sources. He has experience in representing clients from a range of industries. Market commentators describe Pedro Whitaker de Souza
Dias (see p.449) as "responsive, reliable, hardworking and knowledgeable." H iram Bandeira
Pagano Filho (see p.387) is singled out by clients as "a rising star." He focuses on M&A and
corporate agreements. Sources recognise that
Rodrigo Figueiredo Nascimento (see p.4 11 )
has a bright future ahead of him: "Rodrigo
is young but fui/ of potential. He is balanced,
technical and knowledgeable." Partner Paula
Notable practitioners
Ricardo Ferreira d e Macedo is held in high
What the team is known for This practice regard by clients for his ability to "solve probcomprises a mix o f transactional and corporate lems a11d be creative from a legal perspective."
consultancy, including advice on sophisticated Significant clients Usina de Açúcar Santa
CVM issues. Solid team of highly experienced Terezinha, CPA Trading, Cent ral Paranaense
corporate specialists and M&A lawyers. Has de Logística, Straumann.
offices in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
Perlman Vldlgal Godoy Advogados
"1he quality of their work a11d their avai/ability What the team is known for Boutique practice
stand out as strengths. 1l1ey are c/ear, agi/e and providing counsel to a range of domestic and
objective."
international clients within the sphere of corNotable practition ers
porate and finance. Workload includes M&A,
Luiz Leonard o Cantidiano (see p.397) heads joint ventures and debt capital markets.
the practice. Peers hold him in high esteem as Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"a top-tier corporate lawyer" and admire his "I work with this .firm for its responsiveness and
profound knowledge, commitment and hands- thorough work. It also represents excel/ent value
on approach. Horacio Bernard es Neto (see formoney."
p.390) is acknowledged by sources as a signifi- What's new? lhe firm hired two partners to
cant presence in the market. He is experienced cover litigation and tax matters.
in a broad range of corporate matters. Otto Notable practitioners
Ed uardo Fonseca de Albuquerque Lobo (see Sources commend founding partner Marcelo
p.411 ) is commended for his "great experience, Giovanni Perlman for his "jlexibility and comconstructive approach and fui/ availability." He mercial insights."
regularly acts as lead partner on major deals.
Significant clients ATS Brasil.
Significant d ients IBM, Nextel Communications, DeepOcean, Trico Group.
Pinheiro Guimarães Advogados
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Mundle Advogados
What the team is known for Enjoys a strong
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reputation amongst peers and clients for its
What the team is known for Well-rounded strength in M&A, capital markets, banking and
corporate practice regularly retained for private restructuring. Mid-sized team led by a core
equity deals in regulated industries, especially group of highly experienced partners. Reguenergy and telecoms. EquaUy well equipped larly involved in high-profile and high-value
to counsel on other corporate matters, such as deals, particularly in the financiai sector.
joint ventures and reorganisations.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"7he quality of service a11d technical expertise
"You get a lot ofdirect contact with senior partners
at tlris jim1 and that makes a huge difference. 1l1e
M&A team is very experienced and they understand our needs as a multi110tional company."
Notable practitioners
Rod olpho d e Oliveira Fran co Protasio "is a
very tale11ted, experienced and extremely smart
corporate lawyer," enthuse clients. He has
worked across many sectors but has been especially active in power in recent years.
Pereira Neto
I Macedo
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What the team is known for SmaU team providing advice on day-to-day corporate maners
and mid-market M&A deals. Works with clients
from a range of industries, recently including
agriculture, telecommunications and energy.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
Vieira focuses on high-end M&A and enters
the table foll owing enthusiastic endorsement
from peers.
Significant clients Qualicorp, Citi Venture "What stands out is their avai/ability and the
Capital lnternational, NCR, Natura, Goldman quality ofcare. 7hey understand the c/ie11t's busiSachs.
ness well."
stand out at tllis practice. 7hey are flexible and
creative, and they know the market well."
Work highlights Acted as counsel to General
Motors do Brasil on the acquisition of AUy Finandal's operations in Europe. China and Latin
America. lhe deal was valued at USD4.25 billion.
Notable practitioners
Marcelo Lamy Rego is highly rated by peers
and clients as a skilful and experienced M&A
lawyer: "He's excellent - always prepared and
very we/1-rounded." Francisco José Pinheiro
Guimarães is recognised by sources as a multitalented lawyer and an active figure in the
market. His practice spans corporate, banking
and capita.l markets. According to clients,
Plinio Pinheiro Guimarães "brings solutions
and de.finitely adds value." His expertise lies in
corporate, finance and project development.
Significant clients BTG Pactuai, Brookfield
Brazil, Grupo Neoenergia, Merrill Lynch,
White & Case.
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Significant dients Ecorrodovias Infraestrutura e Logística, Accenture, Banco Nacional
de Desenvolvimento Ecômico e Social, Mitsubishi, Companhia de Concessões Rodoviárias.
Manesco, Ramlres, Perez, Azevedo
Marques Sociedade de Advogados
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Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
PPPs. We a/so appreciate tlrat they assign a
"11rey always keep to deadlitres, anticipate pos- senior parttrer to attend to our demands at every
sible difficulties and slrow cotrsiderable business stage of tire process."
vision duritrg negotiations."
Work highlights Retained by Construtora
What's new? The firm has recently opened a
new office in Brasília.
Work highlights Advised Odebrecht TransPor! on its operations as pari of a consortium
to manage the expansion, maintenance and
commercial development of the Galeão International Airport in Rio de janeiro.
Notable practitioners
Clients say Massami Uyeda Junior's (see p.446)
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What the team is known for Long-established
and highly respected practice, widely acknowledged by sources for its public law expertise.
Notable strength in complex matters related to
infrastructure bidding, project structuring an d
litigation.
"communication atrd negotiation skills are very
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
impressive." He has expertise in corporate law
"A top-tier jirm that is actively involved inlarge- and mallers related to infrastructure. Head
scale projects. It is a benclmrark in tire sector and of department Rodnei Iazzetta (see p.417) is
is particularly adept at negotiating short- and commended by clients for his technical experlong-term contracts witlr tire autlrorities."
tise, efficient team leadership and knowledge of
Work highlights Provided contractual and how public bodies operate.
regulatory assistance to lhe operator of one of
the country's largest airport concessions.
Notable practitioners
Band3
Floriano Peixoto de Azevedo Marques Neto
(see p.433) is widely acclaimed by peers as Azevedo Sette Advogados
one of the Jeading practitioners in the market. See profile on p.461
Sources praise h is "exceptional" knowledge of What the team is known for Advises clients
infrastructure and regulatory matters.
on the full range of administrat ive and public
law issues within the sector, including PPPs,
concessions and public bids. Also has a wellSundfeld Advogados
What the team is known for Maintains a developed practice in litigation. Based in Belo
strong reputation in the market, advising cli- Horizonte.
ents on the full spectrum of matters within the St rengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
sphere. Particularly well known for the qual.ity "11re lttwyers have proved to be very capable and
of its legal opinions and expert analysis of crit- we were verymrpressed witlr tire quality of work
icai public law issues, including PPPs, public delivered."
bids, concessions and contracts.
Work highlights Advised Companhia de
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
Concessões Rodoviárias on its work as part of
"An excellent team tlrat is lrighly souglrt after for a consortium to build and operate a light rail
its strategic cotrsultmrcy."
vehicle system in Rio de janeiro's city centre
and dock areas.
Notable practitioners
Carlos Ari Sundfeld wins extensive praise from Notable practitioners
market observers for his academic prowess and Frederico Dieterich is the key client contact.
broad expertise in the field. Vera Monteir o is Significant clients Grupo Queiroz Galvão,
commended by peers for her expertise in infra- Andrade Gutierrez Concessões, ADC & HAS
structure projects. Clients also highlight her Airports Worldwide, Sonel Engenharia, Alusa
Engenharia.
conscientious approach to her work.
Band 2
Arap, Nlshl & Uyeda Advogados
See proflle on p.459
What the team is known for Large-scale infrastructure projects lie at the heart of this public law
practice, particularly in cases regarding bidding
procedures, concession agreements and PPPs.
The group is also noted for its expertise in matlers
concerning airports, motorways and healthcare.
362
Casclone, Pullno, Boulos & Santos
Advogados
See profile on p.479
What lhe team is known for~d vises a range
of domestic and international dients, predominantly from the commercial, energy and
infrastructure sectors, on matters such as concessions, PPPs, bid tenders and public hearings.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
Queiroz Galvão, one of four members in the
'Move São Paulo' consortium, in its successful
bid to build and operate line 6 of São Paulo's
underground system.
Notable practitioners
Head of deparlment Bruno Francisco Cabral
Aurélio elicits praise from clients for his "out-
standing performances in assessing risks itr project structuritrg mandates."
Significant clients INVEPAR (Investimentos
e Participações em Infraestrutura), Concessionária Porto Novo, lndra, AENA Desarrollo
Internacional, Construtora Queiroz Galvão.
Pereira Neto
1 Macedo
See profile on p.543
What lhe team is known for Celebrated firm
with a strong public law practice, admired for its
profidency in handling a range of challenging
commercial, regulatory and public sector issues.
Also noted for its ability to respond to and chaiJenge administrative decisions.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"11re /awyers at Pereira Neto are very commercially aware and creative in tlreir advice."
What's new? Litigation specialist Joaquim
Nogueira Porto Moraes was made partner.
Work highlights Acted as counsel to the consortium formed by CR Almeida, Ghella and
Consbem in connection with the public tender
invitation to renew and extend São Paulo's
underground line 2. The consortium was
deemed to have mel the initial criteria imposed
by the authorities and pre-qualified for the next
stage o f the tender.
Notable practitioners
Head of department Caio Mário da Silva
Pereira Neto wins widespread acclaim from
clients, who say: "He is practical and accessible,
mrd has a lot of common setrse. He really wrderstmrds lrow tire Braziliatr public sector works and
is ready to take on anytlring we tlrrow at /rim."
Significant clients Indra, Estruturadora Brasileira de Projetos, AEGEA Saneamento, Bombardier Transportation, GP Investimentos.
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Strengths {Quotes mainly from clients)
Brazil
Significant clients Petrobras, SICPA Indús- Notable practitioners
"The jirm possesses a jirst-class regulatory and tria de Tintas, Abengoa, Nacional Gás Butano, Head of department Heloísa Uelze is the key
infrastructure team, wlriclr strikes a very lrelpful Sanesul.
client contact.
balance witlr its transactional experietrce."
Significant clients Motorola, Eutelsat, GE
What's new? The team has recently been rein- TozzlnlFrelre Advogados
Healthcare, Lockheed Martin, Varian Medicai.
forced by the arrival of a counsel specialising
in compliance, governance and regulatory matters.
Work highlights Advised FAB Zona Oeste,
a joint venture formed by Odebrecht Ambiental and Água do Brasil, on its operations to
expand and operate lhe sewage collection and
treatment system in the western zone ofRio de
Janeiro.
Notable practitioners
Clients are quick to praise Demian Guedes
(see p.415) for his commitment and broad
experience in the public law arena.
Significan t clients Concessionária Porto Novo,
Ailanto Marketing.
See profile on p.564
What lhe team is known for Advises clients on
the full spectrum of administrative and public
law issues, with notable strength in public
procurements, PPPs and contracts. Enters the
rankings thls year, having earned positive feed back from peers and clients alike.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"It is a very accessible and lrands-on team. 11re
/awyers are dedicated and really inspire conjidence in tlreir work."
Work highlights Advised Urenco Enrichment
on its bid to supply uranium to nuclear plants
in Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro State.
Notable practitioners
Head of department Claudia Elena BoneUi
(see p.392) is "very knowledgeab/e and clientBand 4
fowsed," say clients. She has particular experience in infrastructure-related issues, including
Siqueira Castro - Advogados
PPPs, public bids and cont racts. Associate Ana
See profile on p.557
Candida de Mello Mukai (see p.405) impresses
What lhe team is known for Handles a wide clients with her broad public law practice. They
variety of cases related to public policy, regula- comment: "Sires competent, organised and easy
tion, contracts and bid tenders. Also noted for to work with."
its expertise in dispute resolution proceedings Significant clients Carioca Engenharia, GP
within the sphere.
Investimentos, Dufry, BMW, Caterpillar.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"11re jirm possesses an excellent public law team. Trench, Rossi e Watanabe
The lawyers are consistent, responsive and com- (assoclated wlth Baker & McKenzle
mercially aware."
lnternatlonal)
What's new? Renato Otto Kloss was made
partner. He focuses on administrative and regulatory matters.
Work highlights Acted as counsel to Companhia Distribuidora de Gás do Rio de janeiro
(CEG) during taritf negotiations with the
authorities. Also advised the company on a
number of administrative proceedings in relation togas distribution.
Notable practitioners
Key client contacts are Márcio Monteiro Reis,
who heads the Rio team, and Fernando Villela
de Andrade Vianna, who leads the São Paulo
office.
See profile on p.98
What the team is known for Advises on an
extensive range of public law and administrative proceedings, and is particularly well
regarded for its experience of public procurements, contracts and regulatory matters.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"11rey are well versed itr dealitrg witlr large mul-
tinatiotrals clients and lrave tire ability to lratrdle
severa/ complex issues at tire same time."
other Ranked Lawyers
Sole practitioner Celso Antônio Bandeira d e
Mello is a celebrated academic, lawyer and
author whose legal opinions are widely sought
after by major clients.
Peers commend Marçal Justen Filho of)usten,
Pereira, Oliveira & Talamini - Advogados
Associados for his academic work and extensive knowledge of public law. He is widely considered to be one of the Jeading practitioners
in the market.
Ricardo Levy (see p.420) of Pinheiro Neto
Advogados "Iras substantial knowledge of public
law issues," say clients. They add that his advice
is "useful not only from a legal perspective but
a/so from a busitress poilll of view."
André Marques Gilberto (see p.423) of
Campos Mello Advogados earns extensive
client praise for his broad public law practice. "He understands our sense of urgency mrd
always accommodates our dead/ines, even in
diffiwlt situations and touglr tregotiations," said
one interviewee.
Market commentators describe Renato Poltronieri (see p.435) of Demarest Advogados as
"an excellent strategist and negotiator." They also
praise his client-oriented approach.
Market observers single out Maurício Portugal Ribeiro of Portugal Ribeiro Advogados
for his expertise in PPPs and regulatory issues.
Letícia Q ueiroz de Andrade has recently
established her own firm, Queiroz MalufSociedade de Advogados. She is commended by clients for her "ample technical expertise."
Clients single out Kleber Zanchim (see p.450)
of SABZ Advogados for his commitment and
strong leadership skills.
Work highlights Acted as counsel to French
events organiser GL Events in its successful bid
to beco me the concession holder of São Paulo's
Imigrantes Exhibition Centre.
Velrano Advogados
See profile on p.567
What lhe team is known for Rio-based prnctice
advising on a diverse array of public law cases.
with notable activity in project structuring, bidding procedures and dispute resolution. Also has
recognised expertise in civil public actions and
"We clrose tire jirm for its prompt service, avail- matlers related to allegations of corruption and
ability and expertise in administrative /aw mrd impropriety.
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Brazil
Telecommunications & Technology
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Brancher (see p.393) "is a skilful practitio11er Full-service capabilities allow the team to pro- the return of its MMDS spectrum concession.
and provides excellent client service," enthuse vide multidisciplinary advice.
Notable practitioners
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
Head of department Rodrigo Greco "excels in
sources.
Significant dients Claro, Twitter, Rimini "They embrace our projects and have a can do' /ris teclmica/ expertise, prompt client service mrd
approach, constantly challenging tire team to get knowledge of the ins and outs of tire telecommuStreet, Spotify, Telesat.
the best possible results."
nications industry," enthuses a dient. Associate
Manesco, Ramlres, Perez, Azevedo
Marques Sociedade de Advogados
See proflle on p.529
What the team is known for Recognised for its
regulatory expertise and the quality of its legal
opinions. Long-standing track record representing large telecommunications corporations
in disputes and negotiations with the authorities.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
Work highlíghts Representing 1\vitter in a
series ofhearings before the Brazilian Congress
in relation to worldwide secret surveillance
programmes reportedly maintained by the
United States' National Security Agency.
Notable practitioners
Fabio Ferreira Kujaws.k i (see p.410) is championed by interviewees for his client focus and
"strong business acumen."
Significant clíents Google, Netflix, China Tel"They are highly specia/ised 11nd experienced and ecom, Tencent, Fundação Roberto Marinho.
understand how this market works."
Ticiane Moraes Franco is praised by sources
for her availability and command of regulatory
issues.
Significan t clients Oi, Huawei, Embratel,
Algar Telecom, Nextel.
Trench, Rossi e Watanabe
(assoclated wlth Baker & McKenzle
lnternatlonal)
See proflle on p.98
What the team is known for Through its
enduring partnership with the Baker &
McKenzie network, the group has successfully
attracted a prestigious international clientele typically made up of online retailers, web
search engines and social networlting service
providers.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
Notable practitioners
Head of department Floriano Peixoto de
Azevedo Marques Neto (see p.433) is endorsed
by peers as a "bri/liant and dedicated lawyer."
Partner Eduardo Augusto de Oliveira Raroires (see p.406) is singled out by sources for his
technical capabilities.
Pereira Neto I Macedo
See proflle on p.543
What lhe team is known for Well regarded
for its ability to combine knowledge of competition and public law to advise prestigious
names in the telecommunications industry on
disputes and regulatory matters.
"71rey helped us to structure a large operation
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
and to obtain tire necessary /icences from tire tei-
Band 3
"The team is dyn11mic, responsive mrd constantly ecoms regulator. 71reir support was fundamental
provides us with usefui insights to improve or1r for the success of tire project."
business strategy."
Notable practitioners
Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Oplce
See proflle on p.525
What the team ls known for The group has a
strong transactional focus and regularly advises
a variety of high-profile technology and telecommunications dients on contract negotiations, mergers. acquisitions and due diligence.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
What>s new? One of the team's senior assoeiates has been recently promoted to partner.
Work bighlights Representing Telesp (part
of the Telefónica Group) in a number of judicial lawsuits challenging licence fees and fines
hanMd out by.the regulatory agency ANATEL.
Notable praêtitioners
Clients are full of praise for Caio Mário da
"They understand our business needs and the Silva Pereira Neto: "His in-deptlr knowledge
quality of tire work provided is such that we
never need to /ook elsewhere for advice."
Work highlights Acting for Wolters Kluwer
Serviços de Informação in the acquisilion of I 00%
of the shares owned by Prosoft Tecnologia.
Notable practitioners
Founding partner Moshe Sendacz (see p.441)
is much admired by peers for his transactional
sltills and experience advising telecoms companies.
Significant clients Telefónica/Vivo, Endemol, Ole
Communications. Accenture, Banco Bradesco.
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e
Qulroga Advogados
See proflle on p.532
What the team is known for Renewed strength
following arrival of telecoms and technology
expert Fabio Kujawslti. Assists clients with
public bids and concessions, corporate and
M&A and a broad range of regulatory issues.
Head of deparlment Esther Miriam Flesch
focuses her practice on intellectual property
and informalion technology matters. Flávia
RebeUo Pereira is lauded by clients for her
"solid expertise" in software licensing.
Velrano Advogados
See proflle on p.567
What the team is known for The group brings
of content regulation, telecommunications and togelher a team o f telecoms, technology, media
and infrastructure specialists. Regularly assists
competitionlaw is extremely impressive.·
Significant clients Google, Oi, Globo Comuni- clients negotiating contracts and licences anel
cação, Twitter, Sky.
seeing through the development of new pro jects.
Rollm, Vlottl & Leite Campos
Strengths (Quotes mainly from dients)
Advogados
"Their experience, responsiveness and expert
See proflle on p.550
knowledge of teclmology. media 11nd telecoms
What the team is known for Admired for its issues make tirem stand out in the market."
profound knowledge of the sector's regulatory Work highlights The firm has been retained
framework. Clients frequently seek out the by Dell Computers to provide legal assistance
team for consultancy and contentious matters, with a number of research projects and softas well as for assistance with radio frequency ware development activities.
bids.
Notable practitioners
Multi-skilled partner Robson Goulart Barreto
Strengths (Quotes mainly froR:t clients)
"We feel that they really prioritise our needs. (see p.414) is singled out by clients for his "v11st
Also, t/rey are very proactive and keep agreed industry knowledge." Barreto's practice spans
corporate, projects, finance and regulatory.
dead/ines assiduously."
Work highlights Representing Telefónica in a Significant dients AT&T, Noltia, Silver Spring
judiciallawsuit challenging the deadline estab- Networks, Qualcomm, Flextronics.
lished by the regulatory agency ANATEL for
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Band4
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
Barbosa, Müssnlch & Aragão
See proflle on p.463
What the team is known for Providing full
regulatory and transactional assistance to clients in the telecommunications, technology
and broadcasting sector.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from dients)
"71rey're always on tire ba/1. 71rey know lrow the
market works andare ab/e to advise on tire differences between tire US and Bra:zil. Furthermore,
tire team is multifaceted and ab/e to draw upon
tire firm's resources to give us tire riglrt 11nswer."
Work highlights Counselling Seaborn Networks in connection with its project to build
and operate a submarine fibre optic cable
between the US and Brazil in order to meet
growing demand for high bandwidth services.
Notable practitioners
Head of department Eduardo Hayden Carvalhaes Neto (see p.398) "is incredibly responsive
Panasonic, Nikon.
Work highlights Representing Telcomp in a
series of tax disputes with local municipalities in TozzlniFrelre Advogados
connection with the installation and usage o f tel· See proflle on p.564
ecommunication equipment in public thorough- What the team is known for Providing regufares.
latory and transactional assistance to a wideNotable practitioners
ranging telecommunications and IT-focused
1 Th
Alexandre Faraco is the main point of contact c]'
for clients.
.rente e.
e team is particularly noted for its
. .
.
..
experience advising intemational players as new
Stgmficant clients The Brazrhan Association of entrants to the Brazilian d esu·
k
om c mar et.
Rad'o d 111 . . B d
r a~
e eV!sron roa casters (A BERT), St.rengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
HBO, Encsson, Sky, Global Village Telecom ·
"They've been reaJ/ygoodat "'-elpmg
· IIS un derstand
teclrnica/ precision wlren providing solutioru."
Levy & Salomão Advogados
See proflle on p.515
What the team is known for Bringing together
a multidisciplinary team to advise its telecommunications and technology clientele in
r~l.ation to disputes, infrastructure and competrtron matters.
tire local rufes and are very commercially minded.
11rey are a very safe pair ofh11nds in Bra:zil."
Work highlights Counselling SBA Communic~ ~i ons Corporalions in relation to lhe acqui-
srtron and leasing agreement of four separale
telecommunications towers.
Notable practitioners
~ead of deparlment Marcela Waksman EjnJSman (see p.448) is highly esteemed by clients:
"Sire has always been 11vailable to address our
needs and requests with great competence."
t11ke prompt action wlren needed and focus on Significant dients Experian, Furukawa, Dasoffering pmctica/ solutions."
sault Systemes, Facebook, Orange.
Work bighlights Advising TIM Brasil on data
privacy and remote access regulation as well as
on lhe legal steps for implementing a data loss
prevention project.
Notable practitioners
Name partner Renato Opice Blum (see p.432)
is singled out by peers for his expertise in social
media content and electronic data infringement. Rony Vainzof wins considerable praise
"71rey arefocused, org11nised and slrow coruiderable from clients: "He's agi/e, proactive and extremely
Work highlights Counselling on regulatory,
corporate and tax assistance to EchoStar following its decision to enter into a joint venture
with Global Village Telecom.
Notable practitioners
Head of department Guilherme Ieno is lauded
by clients for his commitment and business
savvy.
Significant dients Rádio e Televisão
Bandeirantes, Sky, Transit Telecom, BRCom,
Sustenta Telecom.
Notable practitioners
"71rey provide a lriglr-quality client service Carlos Fernando Siqueira Castro is a key point
mrd have a technically accomp/ished team that of contact for clients.
inspires us witlr confidence in their ability to Significant clients Atento, Algar Telecom, LG,
detiver results."
Oplce Blum, Bruno, Abruslo e Valnzof
Advogados Associados
See proflle on p.540
What the team is known for Widely acknowledged for its proficiency in new technologies
11nd ef!icient. He's a/so real/y good at boiling and digital law. Particularly sought after for
down rssues and expl11ining tirem in a business- its advice on online fraud, unauthorised data
focused mamrer," say clients.
access and data misappropriation.
Significant dients Vonage Worldwide, Viv- Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
endi, GVT, Rádio Televisão de Sergipe, Fuji- "71rey are experts in electronic regulations,
kura.
Koury Lopes Advogados
See proflle on p.508
What the team is known for Providing transactional and regulatory assistance to a number of
domestic and intemational telecommunication
and broadcasting organisations. The group is also
freq~ently engaged to advise on radio frequency
auctrons and administrative proceedings.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
Brazil
committed."
Vella Pugllese Buosl e Guldonl
Advogados
See proflle on p.568
What the team is known for Counselling
manufacturing companies, technology service providers and IT-reliant organisations on
venture capital investments, joint ventures and
acquisitions.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"We've worked with them for severa/ years and
Significant clients ltaú Unibanco, Ambev, appreciate their business-oriented 11dvice."
HSBC, Santander, Azul Linhas Aéreas.
Work highlights Advising Banco Santander in
a joint venture with Swedish mobile payment
Siqueira Castro - Advogados
services iZettle.
See profile on p.557
Notable practitioners
What the team is known for Significant track Head of department Frederico Buosi (see
record assisting some of Brazil's largest tel- p.395) is singled out by sources as 'it gifted legal
ecommunication networks and technology mind." Associate Gustavo Artese (see p.386)
manufacturers with a broad range of consumer
is commended by market observers for his
and labour disputes as well as contracts, tax and knowledge o f the technology sector.
customs duties regulations.
Significant dients Alelo, Next IT.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
"71rey are quick and objective and very effective
in helping us minimise legal risks."
Other Ranked Lawyers
W~r~ highlights The team remains busy
assrstrng TIM, Nextel and Vivo with product
Ana Paula Bialer Ingham (see p.391) of Bialer,
liability and consumer claims fi led across sev- Falsetti & Valadares Advogados is singled out
era! municipalities in the country.
by market commentators for her leadership
and regulatory proficiency.
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PEREIRA NETO
Brazi I
I MACEDO ADVOGADOS
FIRM OVERVIEW
Managing Partner: Ricardo Ferreira de Macedo
Senior Partners: Edmur de Andrade Nunes Pereira Neto, Erasmo Valladão Azevedo e Novaes França
Partners: Caio Mário da Silva Pereira Neto, Ricardo Ferreira de Macedo,
Paulo de Lorenzo Messina, Rafael Barreto de Aguiar Novaes França, Mônica
Arruda de Toledo Piza, Renata Borges La Guardia, Paulo Leonardo Casagrande, Ronaldo Lemos, Joaquim Nogueira Porto Moraes
Numbe r of partners: 11
Number of other lawyers: 25
LATIN AMERICA OFFICES
BRAZ1L
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São Paulo/SP, CEP 04551·000
Tel: +55 11 3638 7000 Fax: +55 11 3638 7040
SAS Quadra 3 • Bloco C • 12°. andar Sls. 1203 a 12,
Brasilia/DF, CEP 70070-934
Tel: +55 61 3321 1423 Fax: +55 61 3224 2471
Website: www.pnm.adv.br
Litigation: Pereira Neto I Macedo has a specialised team for civil and com·
merciallitigation and arbitration, with extensive experience in cases involv·
ing corporate and business matters, as well as regulatory issues, consumer
claims and civilliability.
lnsolvency: Pereira Neto I Macedo advises both creditors and companies
undergoing reorganisations. In addition, the team has actively participated
on debt renegotiations, seeking amicable solutions to benefit ali parties in·
volved.
labour: The firm has extensive experience on judicial and administrative
litigation related to public lawsuits, occupational accidents and labour suits.
In addition, it evaluates possible consequences of employment and pension
issues in complex transactions
Media & lntellectual Property: Pereira Neto I Macedo provides com·
MAIN AREAS OF PRACTICE:
prehensive legal service in the areas of media, internet, technology and in·
Antitrust: Pereira Neto I Macedo has been aclive in a number ofhigh pro·
tellectual property, assisting clients with issues such as collective managefile cases involving mergers, cartels and unilateral practices, obtaining very
ment o f intellectual property rights, patent and internetlitigation, start-ups,
positive results from its dients with an innovative and strategic approach.
licensing and rights clearing, privacy and data security.
lhe firm is particularly known for being capable of achieving groundbreak- Tax: Pereira Neto I Macedo has a specialised department that deals with tax
ing negotiated solutions in complex cases involving both mergers and alissues at both Lhe administrative and judicial leveis. The team structures ef·
leged anticompetitive practices.
ficient alternatives from a tax standpoint to facilitate business transactions.
Corporate & M&A: Pereira Neto I Macedo has been involved in many
In addition, the firm advises clients with compliance issues and the analysis
important corporate transactions involving public and private corporations
o f tax contingencies.
(including family-owned businesses). lhe firm assists companies, institu·
tional investors and financiai advisers to develop and implement such trans- CLIENTS
actions, and its assistance includes the gamut from negotiation and strucLeading Brazilian and multinational corporations in the field oftelecommuturing o f the deal to interface with regulatory and competition authorities.
Regulation & Public law: The firm has been working on a variety of nications, biofuels (ethanol), transportation, construction and engineering,
important matters involving public law issues, especially in relation to infra· payment cards, petrochemicals, cement, steel, energy, health services, con·
structure projects, with extensive experience on administrative contracts, sumer goods, among others. Moreover, the firm has significant experience
concessions and public-private partnerships, environmentallicensing and in assisting trade associations, government agencies, state-owned compa·
urban planning law. The firm has been specially aclive in regulatory issues nies and multilateral organisations.
in sectors as diverse as telecommunications, biofuels, railways, roads, ports,
payment cards and water services. Moreover, it has assisted clients in com·
plex public bids involving large projects such as new roads, monorails and
radio frequencies for mobile telephones.
THE FIRM: Pereira Neto I Macedo Advogados is formed of highly quali·
fied professionals dedicated to the provision ofinnovative and creative solutions tailored to meet the needs of its clients, based in modern facilities in
the cities o f São Paulo and Brasília.
lhe firm has a unique manner of offering comprehensive advice by explor·
ing the various areas oflaw that atfect business activities, dueto the experi·
ence o f its partners and key associates who h ave previously worked in highly
qualified Brazilian and globallaw firms, national and multinational corpo·
rations, investment banks and government agencies. Moreover, it is able to
provide superior service due to higher proportion of partners and senior
associates in the team in comparison to other Brazilian firms.
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