When it comes to the Brazilian legal market, the pandemic has presented significant challenges for companies operating in the country, many of which have relied on Brazilian law firms for support in commercial, regulatory, and labor law. The last few years have been turbulent for Latin America`s largest country. Lawyers in Brazil are used to adapting to a changing political, economic and legal environment, and their versatility and resilience are among the factors that have enabled them to weather the Covid-19 storm. “Renato Grion is extremely competent in arbitration proceedings and demonstrates a clear mastery of the subject matter and a comprehensive knowledge of the law.” KLA Advogados provides legal support to a diverse list of clients that includes companies in the technology, telecommunications, energy, transportation, plumbing and life sciences sectors. He manages a range of public law advisory and litigation services, with the practice regularly serving clients in bidding procedures, management contract management and proceedings before federal, state and local fiscal regulators and regulators. Head of Department Paulo Prado has outstanding experience in public procurement, regulatory affairs and government contracts. “In extremely complex cases of judicial restructuring, whether in terms of amount or legal theses, the firm is extremely capable of coping with this environment and providing valuable credibility to the various actors involved in the process.” “Lefosse`s competition team is extremely approachable and has quick (immediate) answers to the doubts we have raised. They have in-depth knowledge of the competition law environment and offer high-level support. Partners are always engaged in the first person to solve problems and ensure customer safety. Communication is also clear, objective and with a lot of responsibility for recommendations, without questionable or inconclusive positions – I understand that this is one of the biggest differences compared to other offices. “Without a doubt, Dr. Andrea Caliento is a highly competent professional who does not limit himself to the legal content, but who, together with the client, finds the means that suit him best.
” Eduardo Carvalhaes is attentive and approaches legal issues with a good sense of reality and taking into account the commercial interests of the client. Lefosse Advogados is an independent law firm that provides specialist advice and the highest technical quality in all areas of law it covers. It has a unique combination of transactional and autonomous practices that provide simple and tailored solutions to complex problems. The team combines in-depth knowledge of clients` businesses with exceptional insight and the highest level of quality, sophistication and rigor in finding the best solutions, both national and multi-jurisdiction. “In my opinion, the high and unmatched technical knowledge and excellent service make Pinheiro Neto and its mining team, led by Carlos Vilhena, the best law firm in Brazil. There is an ability to follow trends and thus present the safest legal solutions to the client. Our team is known for its sophisticated approach, combining partners` technical knowledge and business-driven vision with the transformational dynamics of people, and its award-winning ability to deliver effective solutions tailored to a wide range of regulatory requirements. “Technical quality, excellent service and constant search for secure legal solutions for business development.” Infrastructure: Beyond a strong legal specialization, the team is familiar with the practices and standards of highly complex projects and provides objective and agile advice by advising financial institutions, government agencies, multilateral agencies, suppliers, infrastructure developers and foreign investors. Ability to inform the parties to agree on the procedural aspects of a claim under Brazilian law (www.legalbusiness.co.uk/analysis/disputes-yearbook-2020/sponsored-briefing-parties-ability-to-agree-on-procedural-aspects-of-a-lawsuit-under-brazilian-law/) Pinheiro Neto`s team discusses the Brazilian Code of Civil Procedure « The Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources of Lefosse Advogados stands out for its in-depth knowledge of the framework legal of the Brazilian electricity sector, combined with an in-depth knowledge of the dynamics of governmental organizations in this sector, such as the Regulatory Authority (ANEEL) and the Chamber of Commerce (CCEE). KLA is a young and dynamic full-service law firm founded in 2002.
What sets the firm apart, and which is one of the most modern law firms in Brazil, is the way it applies its legal knowledge to its clients` activities. The company not only works with transactional and complex operations, but also dedicates itself to day-to-day business and provides full-time support. It aims to understand and respond to customers` activities with the necessary agility, clarity of communication and practicality. The firm constantly strives to anticipate relevant trends and developments and to aggregate the value of its legal services. “PN Advogados stands out for the reliability of the services provided and the accuracy of legal advice in other languages, especially English.” “High-quality human resources, state-of-the-art professionals in taxation and corporate law. Quality and speed of the services requested, excellent dialogue with the customer, always striving to understand the specific needs always within the legal framework. “Very knowledgeable in the field of copyright with a pragmatic business-oriented approach. Differs from other law firms I`ve worked with in providing clear practical legal advice. Very useful in complex copyright negotiations. » Succession planning: advice on planning legal structures that enable the sustainability of family businesses and mitigate the effects of generational renewal; creation of business vehicles; preparation of documents governing relations between participants; Preparation or revision of wills, deeds of gift and usufruct. As trusted advisors to our clients, we offer creative, innovative and simple solutions to complex problems. The firm employs approximately 350 lawyers, many of whom have hands-on experience in our clients` industries.
The team works on transactions that have an impact on the economy and have a sophisticated character. In 2021, we recorded M&A records exceeding BRL 100 billion. We also conducted IPOs and follow-on transactions totalling BRL 55.8 billion and private equity transactions totalling BRL 15.4 billion. “I have been working with José Mauro Decoussau Machado for years and I trust his legal advice in negotiations and litigation and his support in negotiations. It is innovative in its ability to challenge the status quo or bridge the gap between the status quo and current business models to help digital companies deliver their services in Brazil. Environment: Lefosse advises on a wide range of environmental work, such as legal due diligence, environmental litigation, environmental advice, ethical investments, climate change and renewable energy. “Lefosse has provided high-quality legal services, but what sets it apart from its competitors is its involvement with its clients; They understand their business and their needs, which allows them to give the best advice and influence decision-making. In the field of the environment, I would like to highlight the work of Guilherme Mota.
In addition to his technical knowledge, he is able to understand the needs of the company and offer the best legal solution. “The whole team is always up to date on legal and tax matters. Gustavo Haddad has a lot of experience and is assertive in his recommendations, which makes my consultations with him always fast, agile and cost-effective. “Super knowledgeable team with deep legal knowledge, excellent negotiation skills and relevant business flow to coordinate a strategic transaction.” “Paulo Leme – great knowledge of the market and the law.” Professionals: In order to remain a valuable strategic partner for its clients, the company invests heavily in professional development, not only through solid on-the-job training, but also through the highly structured Pinheiro Neto professional development program, the first of its kind in Brazil. Pinheiro Neto encourages its lawyers to pursue international affiliate programs and postgraduate studies (LLM, etc.) abroad. In addition, the firm`s lawyers have access to the largest and most comprehensive private legal library in Brazil. “Raphael Gomes stands out for his legal knowledge of the Brazilian electricity sector, as well as for his availability, commitment and skills in relations with his interlocutors, which guarantee reliable and effective support. Pedro Dante draws on his professional experience and legal knowledge, whether advising his clients or speaking orally.
“André Zonaro Giacchetta and Ciro Torres Freitas are always available when a sensitive topic arises and provide strategic and reasonable legal advice on technology law issues.” Innovation: With a focus on innovation, the firm has maintained its competitive edge over the years and is widely hailed as a beacon in the Brazilian legal market. Pinheiro Neto is also an affiliate of Stanford Law School`s Law, Science, and Technology (LST) program, which supports cutting-edge research, teaching, and program development.