Firm Profile > Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados > Sao Paulo, Brazil
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados Offices
AV. JOAQUIM EUGÊNIO DE LIMA, 447
SÃO PAULO, SP, CEP 01403-001
Brazil
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Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados > The Legal 500 Rankings
Banking and finance Tier 1
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados offers a strong balance of regulatory and transactional advice to borrowers and financial institutions. The firm recently provided support on the launch of several new financial products and structures, and partners including Larissa Arruy are very active on regulatory matters. On the transactional side, the team covers all product types, including major project and acquisition financings, debt capital markets, structured debt and export finance. Pablo Sorj in Rio de Janeiro is a key contact for energy and infrastructure-related financings. Marina Anselmo Schneider, Bruno Mastriani Simões Tuca and Frederico Kerr Bullamah are all highly experienced. The department was further boosted by the promotion of asset management and investment funds expert Flávio Barbosa Lugão to partner, and the arrival of financial institutions and fintech specialist Pedro Eroles.
Testimonials
‘The team is very connected and their individual traits are complimentary. They can deeply understand what our needs are and consequently deliver a customized solution.’
Key clients
Itaú Unibanco / Itaú BBA
Bradesco / Bradesco BBI
Goldman Sachs
Banco Votorantim
Visa
Google Payments
Banco ABC
JSL
Klabin
Banco Santander
Totvs
Geru
Whatsapp / Facebook
Interamerican Development Bank – IDB
Neon Pagamentos
Brazilian Online Lending Association (ABCD)
Stone
Morgan Stanley
Mercado Pago
Banco Societe Generale Brasil
Capital markets Tier 1
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados has a truly deep offering both on the debt and equity capital markets front. As well as advising issuers and underwriters on the full range of transactional matters, the firm is also noted for its strong expertise in investment funds and securities regulation. On the debt side, partners including Bruno Mastriani Simões Tuca, Marina Anselmo Schneider and Frederico Kerr Bullamah are all leading players, and also have a broad range of related banking and structured finance expertise. Names to note on the corporate and equity front include Jean Marcel Arakawa and Vanessa Fiusa. Flavia Magliozzi was promoted to partner in 2020.
Practice head(s):
Key clients
Klabin
Ultrapar
Vigor
Banco Pan
COFRA Holding/C&A
Vivara
IRB Brasil RE
Cogna (formerly known as Kroton)
Iberdrola/Neoenergia
Banco Itaú BBA
Morgan Stanley
Bank of America
JPMorgan
Smartfit
JSL
Direcional
XP Investimentos
Coteminas
Carrefour
Banco Bradesco BBI
Competition and antitrust Tier 1
The 'well-trained and diverse' competition team at Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados is regularly involved in merger review cases before CADE, including complex domestic and multi-jurisdictional transactions, and has recently obtained unconditional clearance for several clients. The practice group also has a strong track record in anti-competitive conduct cases. Marcio Dias Soares is a key specialist in the team, often taking a lead role on the department's most complex cases, and receives praise. Renata Fonseca Zuccolo Gianella and Lauro Celidonio Gomes dos Reis Neto are 'very knowledgeable in legal and commercial matters'. New York-based Amadeu Ribeiro and Michelle Marques Machado are also names to note.
Testimonials
‘Highest league for competition law.’
‘Each of the attorneys I have had the opportunity to work with have been hard-working and knowledgeable. I also appreciate the depth of English language skills.’
‘Deep knowledge of Brazilian industry, especially the automotive sector. The team is embedded in a full service practice, so is very well able to draw on expertise in other sectors of the law (such as tax and trade) to frame antitrust arguments.’
‘The group is well-trained and diverse with good experience in a variety of areas.’
‘Lauro Celidonio and Renata Fonseca are very knowledgeable in legal and commercial matters. They are extremely responsive. No task is too big or too small for them.’
‘Marcio Soares is an excellent resource, responsive and strategic. Recommend him.’
Key clients
Naspers
Toshiba
Abbvie
Avon Products
General Atlantic
Petrobras
Bayer
Grupo Ultra
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA)
Carlyle Group
Corporate and M&A Tier 1
Noted for its 'very solid experience in M&A', Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados has secured its position in the top echelons of the Brazilian legal market through its involvement in numerous high-profile corporate transactions over several years. Its private equity expertise is also of note, with clients including leading private equity and venture capital funds. Clients of the corporate department also benefit from the full-service firm's strengths in antitrust, capital markets and tax, among other areas. A team led by Maria Fernanda de Almeida Prado e Silva and Moacir Zilbovicius acted as Brazilian counsel to Avon on its all-share merger with Natura Cosméticos, advising on the corporate and tax structuring of the transaction, as well as the competition aspects. The firm stands out for its international reach, with corporate lawyers based in London and New York in addition to Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and, since July 2020, its new office in Campinas. Key names in the sizeable team include João Ricardo de Azevedo Ribeiro, Paula Vieira de Oliveira and Claudio Oksenberg. 2019 saw the promotions of Guilherme Woo Terra, Rodrigo Arthur Carvalho and Victor Gelli Cavalcanti to partner. Associate Rosane Carmona is recommended.
Testimonials
‘The team has a very solid experience in M&A. They have worked for us in several deals and know our group very well. The M&A team is highly skilled and responsive.’
‘It is a great team with a lot of experience in M&A deals.‘
‘Mattos Filho is a legal company that has a very good team in all areas. Our company used tax, capital markets, civil, compliance, data protection and other areas, and all performed with excellence.‘
‘Since Mattos Filho has a big office and many important clients, the lawyers are very experienced since they are exposed to several important cases.‘
‘Maria Fernanda de Almeida Prado has significant experience in this area and transmits a sense of confidence and tranquility that is very reassuring.‘
‘Francisco Almeida Prado – deep knowledge and experience in stock option plans; very efficient and top quality work.‘
Key clients
Actis Group
Advent Group
UOL
Avon Group
Cosan Indústria e Comércio
CPPIB
Goldman Sachs (Private Equity)
Fiat Automóveis
General Atlantic
Grupo Ultra
Allianz
Kroton
Louis Dreyfus
The Carlyle Group
Naspers
OLX (Bom Negócio)
Patria Investimentos Group
Raia Drogasil
Rede D’Or São Luiz
Softbank
Hydrocarbons Tier 1
Fielding one of the biggest integrated teams focused on the energy and natural resources industry, Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados advises domestic and international clients on the gamut of matters pertaining to hydrocarbons. Covering regulatory issues and transactional work, the practice is retained by leading exploration and production (E&P) companies, natural gas distributors, service providers, private equity houses and banks. With particular strength in the acquisition of E&P assets, typical mandates also include assisting with stock purchases, acquisition and project financing, project development and litigation. Giovani Loss stands out for his strong track record in M&A transactions and regulatory issues involving the oil and gas industry. Felipe Feres is qualified to practice in Brazil and New York, Danielle Ludwig devotes her time to oil and gas matters, while Bruno Chedid is active in M&A, contractual issues and financing. Nilton Mattos is also recommended.
Testimonials
‘Lawyers are absolutely outstanding, the perform a task / job in the most timely, efficient manner. They have deep knowledge in the oil and gas sector. The way that they link the issues (corporate, tax, regulatory, contractual and litigation) stands out.’
‘Nilton Mattos is business-oriented profile and is great at negotiating with state owned entities. He has longstanding experience in the Brazilian oil and gas sector.’
Key clients
BW Offshore
BP
CHEVRON
CNODC/CNPC
DISLUB EQUADOR
ECOPETROL
ENAUTA
EQUINOR
EXXON
GALP
GOLAR
GNA
IBP
LOGUM
NEOENERGIA
PETROCHINA
PETRORIO
PREMIER OIL
TRIDENT
ROSNEFT
Insurance Tier 1
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados fields a first-class, multi-disciplinary insurance team that is equally comfortable handling market-defining corporate deals as high-profile litigation and regulatory matters. The firm works with a broad range of brokers, insurers, reinsurers and pension providers, regularly handling regulatory authorisations, joint ventures and product launches. On the contentious side, the team has a good track record in related litigations and arbitrations, including claims adjustment and settlement procedures. Marcelo Mansur Haddad has established a strong reputation in the market and is supported by highly qualified partners, including Thomaz Kastrup, Camila Leal Calais, Cassio Gama Amaral and Thais Arza Monteiro. The firm also has several impressive senior associates coming through the ranks, including rising star Roberto Panucci.
Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘Mattos Filho’s team distance themselves from the competition because of their ability to explain complex rules and procedures to business teams in a simple way in laymen terms.’
‘Mattos Filho help us assess important business implications and the necessity of contracting – or not – the respective insurance. Additionally, Mattos Filho’s team help us understand the market and how our peers are negotiating their insurance structures. This market intelligence is essential for the decision-making process of our team and executives.’
‘Mattos has the best insurance practice in Brazil. From excellent senior lawyers (Marcelo Mansur), to energetic young partners (Thomaz Kastrup) and young talent (Roberto Panucci), they are effective in advising clients on insurance transactions. They combine expertise with dedication and market knowledge.’
Key clients
CNP Assurances
HDI Seguros
Zurich Minas Brasil Seguros
Allianz Seguros
IRB-Brasil Resseguros
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions Brasil Seguros
Pottencial Seguradora
Fairfax Brasil Seguros Corporativos
Austral Seguros
Seguradora Líder
Too Seguros
Prudential do Brasil Seguros de Vida
AXA
Pátria Investimentos
Avita Corretora de Seguros
Pier Serviços Digitais
Labour and employment Tier 1
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados has a top reputation with clients and peers alike, and is strongly recommended both for labour litigation and advisory work. The team includes a stellar roster of talent, including Vilma Kutomi, Dario Abrahão Rabay, Sólon Cunha, who is especially strong on union-related matters, Cleber Venditti and Rio-based Domingos Antonio Fortunato Netto, who is well known in Brazil's oil and gas sector. As well as high-profile contentious matters, the firm has a strong focus on litigation prevention strategies and negotiations with the labour unions. The team has recently handled significant cases related to the gig economy.
Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘The Mattos Filho labour team has been a great partner, achieving several goals in our labour litigation, especially in cases against the employees’ unions.’
‘Domingos Fortunato is a great lawyer, easy to work with. Always on time and available and aware of the latest precedents in labour law.’
Key clients
Hanwha
Aecom do Brasil
Atos Brasil
Fugini Alimentos
Juvo Mobile
Minerva S.A.
Vivara Participações
Sarepta Brasil
Aena Desarrollo International
Uber.
Volkswagen
Mcdonalds
Goodyear
Bridgestone
Equatorial
Accenture
B3 S.A. – Brasil, Bolsa, Balcão
Parmalat S.p.A.
Honda Automóveis
CEAL
CEPISA
US Department of Justice
IBM
Dupont
Embraer
Litigation Tier 1
Litigation is a core focus for the Brasília team at Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados. It stands out for its experience in cases before the Supreme Federal Court and Superior Court of Justice, and is equipped to represent companies across a multitude of industries, including infrastructure, electricity, technology and insurance. In a recent case, the team acted for the Brazilian Association of Infrastructure and Base Industries (ABDIB) as amicus curiae in a direct unconstitutionality action concerning sensitive issues in the infrastructure sector filed by the Attorney General's Office. Practice head Maricí Giannico is an expert in civil and commercial litigation and has ancillary expertise in judicial restructuring. Marselhe Cristina de Mattos and André Tavares Accioly de Oliveira are active associates in the team and are often involved in the department's cases at both the trial and appellate levels.
Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘Know how, expertise, quality, efficiency.‘
Key clients
CESP – Cia Energética de São Paulo
Bunge Alimentos
IBM Brasil
Associação Brasileira da Infraestrutura e Indústria de Base
Instituto Brasileiro do Petróleo
Chubb Seguros Brasil
Grupo Oncoclínicas
Votorantim Cimentos
VRG Linhas Aéreas
Enel Distribuição Goiás
Instituto de Defesa do Direito de Defesa
Allianz Seguros
Fiat Chrysler Automóveis Brasil
Sanofi Pasteur Brasil
Magazine Luiza
Associação Brasileira de Distribuidores de Energia Elétrica
Projects and infrastructure Tier 1
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados is equipped to assist clients throughout all phases of a project, and showcases an indisputable position in the market. The practice possesses strength in sophisticated project finance transactions, providing advice to leading Brazilian and international banks and sponsors. Other areas of activity include assisting with PPPs, project development and construction issues, as well as M&A and capital markets transactions pertaining to the infrastructure sector. The department often plays a key role in advancing new regulations and policies in relation to projects in the power, oil and gas, roads, ports, railways and healthcare sectors. M&A transactions and regulatory issues are among Giovani Loss's specialisms. Pablo Sorj focuses on infrastructure transactions, as well as project finance and development, which are also areas of focus for Thiago Fernandes Moreira. The team was recently strengthened by the arrival of André Luiz Freire from Demarest Advogados, who excels in PPPs, public bids and administrative law. In other team developments, Bernardo Môcho and Nilton Mattos were promoted to partner in 2019, Alexandre Arlota made partner in July 2020, and Brasília-based mining expert Adriano Drummond Trindade joined in December 2020.Testimonials
‘Very strong team with full-service practice.’
‘The team has been able to advise very thoroughly in relation to oil and gas regulations in Brazil in the context of an RBL financing for a group of international banks. In providing their advice they were able to make the connection between what lenders would typically require in an RBL financing and what would be achievable from a Brazilian legal standpoint.’
‘We have largely worked with Giovani Loss. He was able to provide very clear descriptions on what was and was not possible from a legal standpoint in Brazil, taking into account the context of ongoing discussions between lenders and borrower.’
‘Thiago Moreira is recommended.’
Key clients
IDB Invest
Prumo Logística
Itaú
Bradesco
BTG Pactual
Norte Energia
Enerfin
Brookfield Energia
Total EREN Group
Acciona Construccion
Statkraft Energias Renováveis
Seta Engenharia
Pátria Investimentos
CELSE – Centrais Elétricas de Sergipe
Enel Green Power
GNA – Gás Natural Açu
Argo Transmissora de Energia
Atlas Renováveis
Echoenergia
Contour Global
Engie
Rio Energy
ING
Morgan Stanley
BNP Paribas
Voltalia
CELEO Redes
ING
Scatec Solar
TMF
Atlantic Energia
Mitsui
Real estate Tier 1
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados has an extremely active practice, which sits at the cross section between real estate, corporate and capital markets work. Rossana Fernandes Duarte has over 30 years of experience in the market, and the firm has a team of high-quality partners coming through the ranks, all of whom receive praise from clients, including Mariana Spoto Cobra, Fernando Amendola and the recently promoted Janaína de Cássia Gomes Vargas. The fact that major funds like Brookfield regularly use the firm is testament to its track record advising clients investing in retail, logistics, industrial, residential, office and hospitality properties.
Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘We usually hire Mattos Filho for relevant transactions that are usually complex and require many work fronts and detailed analysis, and they serve us very well. The teams are relatively large and the professionals are highly qualified, which gives us confidence that ours interests will be protected.’
‘It is a real partnership. Not only has the team a unique knowledge of the subject, but they really understand the need of the client. They always comply with deadlines (even short ones).’
‘The team is one of the best with whom we work. Fernando Amendola and Janaína Vargas stand out for their careful and proactive performance.’
‘Mariana Spoto Cobra was outstanding.’
Key clients
Brookfield Property Group Brazil
Grupo CB – Casas Bahia Comercial (Michel Klein)
IRB Investimentos e Participações Imobiliárias (“IRB”)
CSS
Las Vegas Sands
Kinea Investimentos
Vinci Shopping Centers Fundo de Investimento Imobiliário – FII
Internacional Shopping Fundo de Investimento Imobiliário (“Gazit Brasil”)
JHSF Participações
Administradora Geral de Estacionamento (INDIGO)
Rede D’Or
Oncoclínicas
iFood.com Agência de Restaurantes Online
Windsor Investimentos Imobiliários Ltda. (“Windsor”)
Bird Fundo de Investimento Imobiliário – FII
Hines do Brasil Empreendimentos
Tax Tier 1
Nationally, Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados' tax department is among Brazil's best, and its Brasília office is similarly strong. The team has broad experience in administrative and judicial tax litigation and is often involved in complex cases before the Superior Court of Justice. A recent example was Ariane Costa Guimarães' representation of Magazine Luiza before the Superior Court of Justice to obtain recognition of the inapplicability of Article 166 of the National Tax Code regarding tax on sales. In an illustration of the firm's ongoing investment in the Brasília office, Samantha Maria Peloso Reis Queiroga transferred from São Paulo to Brasília in 2019. Associate Leandro Bettini Lins de Castro Monteiro is another key contact.
Key clients
B3
Redebrasil Gestão de Ativos
Magazine Luiza
Ipiranga Produtos de Petróleo
BRF
Dasa Participações
Instituto para Desenvolvimento do Varejo (IDV)
Lojas Americanas / B2W Digital
Grupo Pão de Açúcar (GPA)
Cencosud Brasil Comercial
ThyssenKrupp Elevadores
Associação dos Juízes Federais do Brasil
Ternium
BTG Pactual
Fundo de Investimento Imobiliário Península
Bank of America
BNP Paribas
Heineken Brasil
Federação Brasileira dos Bancos
Positivo Informática
Tax Tier 1
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados is one of the market's top destinations when it comes to cutting-edge tax advice. The firm has a broad range of specialists focusing on direct and indirect taxes, both on a contentious and non-contentious basis. The consulting side includes the structuring of M&A and capital markets deals, company reorganisations and real estate and infrastructure projects. Key contacts here include Andrea Bazzo Lauletta, Flavio Mifano and Isabel Bueno, who also advises on executive compensation and share-based plans. On the litigation side, Roberto Quiroga Mosquera has established an excellent reputation, and clients also rate Glaucia Maria Lauletta Frascino, Ana Paula Schincariol Lui Barreto and Gabriela Silva de Lemos. Ariane Costa Guimarães was promoted to partner.
Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘Very technical and well prepared professionals, with vast market experience. They demonstrate functional team work, always involving other specialisations when applicable.’
‘Mattos Filho is a important law office for international companies. Because of the clients and experience, they know what is happening in the market and combine experience with best practices.’
‘The knowledge of the Mattos Filho lawyers is incredibly deep. They help you out with the companies tax problem driving you to good solutions.’
‘I work a lot with Ana Paula Schincariol and Gabriela Lemos. Besides their outstanding knowledge on tax, they treat me as a good colleague instead of just a client. They take my company’s problem as their problem and really help me to solve it.’
‘Glaucia Lauletta is a very important partner, reliable and with a lot of technical knowledge.’
Key clients
Google Brasil Internet
Banco Santander (Brasil)
Siemens
Embraer
Gol Airlines
Hershey
Honda
Johnson & Johnson
Bridgestone
L’Oreal Brasil
TMT: Cybersecurity and data privacy Tier 1
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados provides advice across the entire spectrum of cybersecurity and data privacy; mandates range from advising on domestic and foreign data protection regulations to assisting in the preparation of corporate policies for the treatment of personal data. In addition, the team is proficient in big data, with the ability to advise on cybersecurity issues and data leaks. Brasília-based Thiago Luís Sombra is a name to note for data breach investigations. Paulo Brancher, who sits in the São Paulo office, is another key point of contact in the team, focusing on technology, telecoms and data protection.
Testimonials
‘This practice has excellent technical knowledge and is a pioneer in this area. The team is fast and proactive in terms of response and quick problem-solving. They are also very skilled in project management, as they dive deep into the client’s business and practices before settling a strategy.’
‘Paulo Marcos Rodrigues Brancher is highly regarded as a reference in Cybersecurity and Data Privacy, and his experience and extensive legal skills make him an excellent counsel for several companies. His leadership, along with his wide legal understanding and experience, was crucial to our Project.’
‘Camila Leal Calais performance was remarkable this year for our Project, which counted with her large experience and knowledge in the insurance market. Her top skills are counselling and communication skills.’
‘Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr e Quiroga Advogados holds a multitasked team composed of members with different seniority levels. Leading individuals are concerned about knowing the business and company’s particularities.’
‘In addition to having an immense analytical capacity, Thiago Sombra is an excellent lawyer who understands various subjects, and this multidisciplinary background contributes to excellent service.’
‘The team is formed by highly trained professionals and Paulo Brancher’s leadership enriches the discussions, considering his knowledge, commitment and availability.’
TMT: Tech, innovation and digital business Tier 1
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados provides comprehensive services in the field of technology law, covering advice on AI, cloud computing, digital platforms, e-commerce, Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain and cryptocurrency. The group brings together multi-disciplinary expertise in a range of areas, from litigation to compliance to corporate law, to assist technology companies, including start-ups operating in the areas of fintech, healthtech and govtech. Fabio Ferreira Kujawski is a name to note for technology law, demonstrating particular expertise in transactional work. Paulo Brancher routinely assists leading domestic and foreign companies, while Thiago Luís Sombra stands out for regulatory issues. Tax expert Lisa Worcman, who recently joined the team, excels in matters involving the technology sector.
Testimonials
‘The team has a strong background and experience in technology-related matters. Lawyers are always available to answer queries.’
‘The team is very responsive and skilled in tax discussions for digital economy companies. Lisa Worcman is recommended.’
‘Fabio Ferreira Kujawski is a very business-oriented partner with great skills and experience in the technology sector. His response time is outstanding and the level of appropriateness of his positions is brilliant. We mostly appreciate that he does not waste time and billable hours on matters that are not practical or that do not provide a practical path forward.’
Compliance Tier 2
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados is noted for its 'highly-qualified professionals' and 'sophisticated view and practical approach'. Multinational companies, many of which are leaders in their respective fields, turn to the team for advice and representation on internal investigations, leniency negotiations and compliance due diligence. Key names in the sizeable team include Thiago Jabor Pinheiro, Thiago Luís Sombra, Renato Tastardi Portella, Kevin Michael Altit and associate Luiza Mussoi Cattley.
Testimonials
‘They have highly qualified professionals in the team, like Thiago Jabor, and some people who have been working in the field for a while, like Renato Portella. Because of this combination, they can have, at the same time, a sophisticated view and a practical approach. In other firms, typically, compliance areas area being formed with people who move from other practices.‘
‘Thiago Jabor, highly qualified, a top professional, who understands the needs of the client and has all the tools to solve the most complex problems.’
‘Renato Portella is practical and has a broad experience, being able to settle things down in the middle of a turmoil.‘
Key clients
Odebrecht TransPort
Dolce & Gabbanna
Advent International
Anglo American
Brookfield Renewable
Pátria Investimentos
Ferroport
Accenture
Statkraft
Goldman Sachs
Proparco – Groupe Agence Française de Développement
Allianz
Mitsui & Co
Brookfield Infrastructure
Carrefour
Sumitomo Electric
SICPA
Agilent
Dispute resolution: arbitration Tier 2
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados attracts instructions from domestic and international companies, investors, financial institutions and government authorities in high-value arbitration proceedings. The practice is active in corporate, M&A, infrastructure and insurance-related disputes, and also provides consulting services in matters involving arbitration. Eduardo Damião Gonçalves demonstrates strength in disputes held under the rules of arbitration institutions in Brazil and abroad. Flávio Spaccaquerche Barbosa is recommended for his expertise in arbitration proceedings involving the oil and gas, construction, insurance and banking sectors, while Arthur Gonzalez Cronenberger Parente excels in arbitration involving corporate law, governance and M&A deals. Bruno Barreto de Azevedo Teixeira is another name to note for domestic and international arbitration.
Testimonials
‘The team is very responsive and a pleasure to work with.’
‘Flavio Spaccaquerche Barbosa is recommended.’
Key clients
Paper Excellence BC
Vigor Alimentos
BR Properties
Canacol
Enel Brasil Participações
Ecodiesel
Soluciones Andinas de Agua S.R.L
Vinci Energies do Brasil Engenharia
WEG
Chubb Seguradora
Dispute resolution: Litigation Tier 2
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados has a notable track record in assisting heavyweights from a variety of industries in disputes involving administrative, corporate and regulatory issues. The department is often retained to handle sensitive political, social and economic matters, including disputes involving national elections, consumer rights, sale of public assets and significant corporate and M&A. Eduardo Damião Gonçalves is a seasoned litigator, acting for both leading Brazilian and foreign clients. Flavio Pereira Lima specialises in civil and environmental litigation, while Alex Hatanaka is noted for commercial and bankruptcy-related disputes. Ricardo Junqueira is active in contentious work pertaining to corporate and infrastructure issues. André Chateaubriand recently joined from Sergio Bermudes Advogados, bringing a wealth of experience in civil litigation before the Superior Court of Justice and cross-border disputes.
Key clients
Bunge Alimentos
The Carlyle Group L.P.
Enel Brasil
FCA Fiat Chrysler Automóveis Brasil
Fundação Previdenciária IBM
Google Brasil Internet
Philip Morris Brasil Indústria e Comércio
Philip Morris Brasil
Solystic
Supervia Concessionária de Transporte Ferroviário
Electricity Tier 2
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados receives instructions from the full range of participants in the electricity sector, ranging from power producers, distribution and transmission companies to service providers, private equity funds and banks. The energy department is well equipped to provide assistance in project development and finance, as well as stock and asset purchases, litigation and regulatory matters. With over fifteen years of experience in the field, Fabiano Ricardo Luz de Brito is a key practitioner, whose experience encompasses transactional matters and regulatory issues pertaining to the electricity sector. Sofia Barbosa joined in September 2020.
Testimonials
‘The firm has excellent and well-prepared lawyers. Its full-service structure enables them to help us on different branches of the same deal.’
Key clients
AES Tietê Energia
Casa dos Ventos Energias Renováveis
Gás Natural do Açu – GNA
Brookfield Energia Renovável
Quantum Participações
Neoenergia
PERFIN Asset Management
Argo Transmissão de Energia
Votorantim Energia
Canada Pension Plan Investment Board – CPPIB
Companhia de Energias Renováveis – CER
XP Vista Asset Management
Echoenergia Participações
EDF Group
Enel Brasil
Engie Brasil Energia
Group Equatorial Energia
CYMI Construções e Participações
Actis Brasil Energia Fundo de Investimento em Participações Multiestratégia
Environment Tier 2
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados' environmental group is sought after for assistance in administrative and judicial litigation, as well as in the assessment of environmental risk in the context of M&A transactions. The team demonstrates extensive experience in issues pertaining to brownfield and contaminated site management, take-back waste product agreements, agroforestry matters and environmental licensing. Climate change and biodiversity are other areas of expertise for the department, which is under the leadership of highly experienced partner Lina Pimentel Garcia, and saw recent growth at the partner level with the promotions of Antonio Augusto Reis and Rômulo Sampaio to the partnership in 2020.
Testimonials
‘Competent lawyers who are committed to ethical practices. The team always provides intelligent and thought-out strategies, taking into account the client’s best interests.’
Key clients
Ekvilibro
SMC Automação do Brasil
Prometeon Tyre Group
Archroma
Laboratório Químico Farmacêutico Bergamo
Unilever Brasil
Unipar Indupa do Brasil
Dow Brasil Indústria e Comércio de Produtos Químicos
Klabin
Ambev
International Paper do Brasil
Siderúrgica Norte Brasil – Sinobras
GIZ – Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (Agência Alemã de Cooperação Internacional)
Garrett Advancing Motion
Vale
UNEP-FI
Life sciences Tier 2
The 'outstanding team' at Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados acts for leading life sciences and healthcare companies, covering all sub-sectors, from medical devices to food to digital health. Thanks to the firm's full-service offering, the department also benefits from the input of specialists in M&A, litigation and insurance. Corporate and M&A specialist Maria Fernanda de Almeida Prado e Silva assists life sciences and healthcare companies in corporate transactions, while Ana Cândida Sammarco focuses her practice in public law, administrative, corporate and regulatory matters. Senior associate Renata Rothbarth 'demonstrates unique knowledge of the life sciences and healthcare markets'.
Testimonials
‘They have excellent lawyers – partners and associates. Expertise in the life science area.‘
‘Ana Candida Sammarco – expertise in the life science matters. Fully available whenever requested.‘
‘Outstanding team is able to assist in a full array of regulatory matters pertaining to the sector, especially on regulations issued by ANVISA and health professional councils. Possesses extensive experience in structuring sophisticated transactions involving life sciences’ products, as well as complex agreements such as tech transfer, clinical studies and research and development.‘
‘The team anticipates new regulatory frameworks or relevant modifications and is able to think on efficient approaches together with in-house areas.‘
‘Renata Rothbarth demonstrates unique knowledge of the life sciences and healthcare markets, being a very active associate that already holds a reputation and high level of specialisation and experience in her field. She has a brilliant ability to synthesize complex matters into clear agreements and shows passion about challenging projects. Renata is very supportive, hardworking and has a systematic mindset.‘
Key clients
Novartis
Hypera
Oncoclínicas
Amgen
Babylon
Diagnósticos das Américas
Cristália
Roche Diabetes
Verdemed
Laboratórios Pfizer
Public law and regulation Tier 2
In public law, Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados' Brasília team handles a more or less even balance of contentious and non-contentious matters. It is well versed in administrative proceedings before the TCU: a case in point was Thiago Luís Sombra and associate Igor Moreira Novais Teixeira assisting IBM before the TCU concerning an administrative contract for the supply of software solutions, obtaining a preliminary decision favourable to the client.
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Key clients
Microsoft Corporation
IBM
Norte Energia
Unipar Carbocloro
Oracle
Gol Linhas Aéreas
Chubb Seguros Brasil
Oracle do Brasil
Totus
Fiat Chrysler Automóveis Brasil
Bill and Melinda Gates Investments (BMGI)
Bradesco
Aena Desarrollo Internacional
Braskem
Ericsson Telecomunicações
Restructuring and insolvency Tier 2
In restructuring and insolvency, Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados has a strong multi-disciplinary offering, drawing from a deep bench of lawyers across its banking, capital markets, corporate and litigation departments. Advice to creditors and investors remains the core area of focus, with lawyers regularly involved in highly complex debt restructurings, DIP financings and groundbreaking judicial reorganisations. Key figures in the team include corporate finance partners Marcelo Sampaio Góes Ricupero and Flavio Mifano; banking and capital markets specialists Frederico Kerr Bullamah, Marina Anselmo Schneider and Bruno Mastriani Simões Tuca; and litigation expert Alex Hatanaka.
Testimonials
‘Frederico Kerr Bullamah is a very well prepared partner with a very strong track record of structuring transactions in the Brazilian capital markets. He has an outstanding skill for negotiating with the most tough people and a deep knowledge in capital markets and banking structures.’
Key clients
The Carlyle Group
FCA Fiat Chrysler Automóveis
Actis Assessoria e Investimento
Furukawa Rock Drill USA
Finnvera plc
Credit Agricole
Quadra Investimentos
Mapa Capital
Albright Capital Management
HSBC
Citibank
Banco Votorantim
Société Générale
Blackstone
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions Brasil Seguros
Allianz Seguros
Zurich Seguros
Department of Justice of the United States
OGX – Óleo e Gás Participações
Proterra Investment Partners, LP
Deutsche Bank – Banco Alemão
ABB Ltda.
Light
Lightcom Comercializadora de Energia
Alberta Management Corporation
Farallon Latin America Investimentos
Brasil Plural
Banco Santander Brasil
Russian Export Agency
TMT: Telecoms and media Tier 2
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados possesses in-depth knowledge of the telecoms legal framework in Brazil, and advises clients on corporate and M&A transactions, commercial agreements, public bids and concessions as well as administrative litigation and regulatory issues. International clients which are looking to establish a presence in the country and companies wanting to expand their activities towards the offering of telecom-related services often seek the team's legal assistance. Fabio Ferreira Kujawski has extensive experience assisting clients in the telecoms and entertainment sectors. Other practitioners to note include Paulo Brancher and Thays Castaldi Gentil, who is currently based in the firm's New York office and is skilled in telecoms regulations.
Key clients
Nextel Telecomunicações
Red Eléctrica Corporación
Telefonica Brasil
Tata Communications
China Telecom (Americas) and China Telecom do Brasil
Twilio
Warburg Pincus
EB Capital
Equinix
Turner
Netflix
HBO
Telefonica Brasil
Elo
Samsung
Netflix
Vogel
Ericsson Telecomunicações
Fiat
White-collar crime and investigations Tier 2
Full-service leviathan Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados took the step of establishing a white-collar practice with the hire of Rogério Fernando Taffarello from a boutique firm in 2017. Taffarello has broad expertise in white-collar criminal defence and stands out in particular for his experience in negotiating plea agreements on behalf of his clients. The department saw further growth in 2020 with the arrival of Paula Moreira Indalecio; previously a name partner at a boutique firm, she has over 20 years' experience in this field. Associate Flávia Guimarães Leardini is another key member of the team.
Public law Tier 3
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados has longstanding experience managing interactions between private companies and public entities. It regularly assists domestic and international clients navigating legal intricacies in public tenders, PPPs, concessions and administrative proceedings. Part of the team is based in Brasília, enabling the lawyers to assist clients with negotiations with public authorities and regulatory agencies. The team has recently been active in matters relating to logistics and public lighting projects, as well as airport concessions. The public law group was boosted following the arrival of André Luiz Freire, who demonstrates solid experience in public procurement matters and bidding procedures. Thiago Luís Sombra's areas of interest include litigation and privatisation matters. Bruno Werneck recently departed for Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown.
Testimonials
‘Great knowledge of legislation and administrative protocols, rules procedures and integration with other practice areas with cross-work as a true full-service integrated team.’
‘Remarkable team. Two partners call our attention: André Freire and Thiago Luís Sombra.’
‘Mattos Filho has a top-notch team. They have recently added André Luiz Freire to the team, who is an outstanding professional, one of the best experts in the public law field. André Luiz Freire is definitely a great acquisition. He combines extensive experience in public and infrastructure law with an outstanding academic profile.’
‘Partner Thiago Luís Santos Sombra has helped enormously in public law engagements.’
Key clients
Associação Brasileira de Infraestrutura e Indústrias de Base – ABDIB
Aena Desarrollo Internacional S.M.E.
Braskem
BMGI
BRK Ambiental Participações
CCR
Chubb Seguros Brasil
CNP Assurances
Enel X Brasil
Fiat Chrysler Automóveis Brasil
IBM Indústria Máquinas e Serviços
Microsoft Corporation
Pátria Investimentos
Raízen Combustíveis
Schneider Electric
Scientific Games
Supervia Concessionária de Transporte Ferroviário
Trident Energy Enchova
Vinci Airports
VLI
Votorantim Cimentos
Wealth and succession planning Tier 3
The highly regarded private wealth practice at Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados advises HNWIs and families on domestic and international estate planning, family governance, relocation and corporate restructuring. Nicole Najjar and Alessandro Amadeu da Fonseca are the names to note.
Transport and shipping
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados offers strong aviation and shipping expertise. The aviation side is handled by well-regarded partner Adriana Simões out of the firm's São Paulo office. This includes a mix of leasing, financing and regulatory work, as well as advice on airport concession agreements. The shipping side is led out of Rio de Janeiro by the highly rated Nilton Mattos, who is especially strong in dry shipping matters, including charterparty agreements and offshore supply contracts.
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Testimonials
‘We have worked with Nilton Mattos in the Rio de Janeiro shipping team. He provides an excellent service, and is particularly good at leading and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams within Mattos Filho to provide a single, coordinated response when complex advice is needed.’
‘The team is deeply knowledgeable about the matters discussed. Work of excellence. The partners and lawyers are very dedicated and careful in carrying out their work and preparing opinions.’
Key clients
iFood.com Agência de Restaurantes Online
Aena Desarrollo Internacional SME
Passaredo Transportes Aéreos
MAP Transportes Aéreos
GOL Linhas Aéreas
Uniair Táxi Aéreo
CBO
BW
Elcano
Golar
Maersk Supply Services
OOS
PetroChina
SBM
Toisa / Sealion Shipping
Valaris
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados > Firm Profile
Mattos Filho is structured to provide services to clients in different legal areas in a co-ordinated and integrated manner, working in multidisciplinary teams whenever necessary. This work dynamic allows the firm to deliver tailor-made solutions to its clients, thereby enhancing the understanding of their business and making it a valuable partner. Mattos Filho is a leader in approximately 30 different legal practice areas and works continuously to ensure that all these practices become benchmarks for the market. Creation of industry groups and market niches, combined with the firm’s comprehensive knowledge of the market and clients’ business needs, are examples of its efforts to keep it at the forefront in providing legal services. The firm represents domestic and foreign companies, financial institutions, investors, multilateral agencies, investment funds, pension funds, insurers and reinsurers and non-profit organizations.
Main practice areas: Antitrust; banking and finance; payment methods; business public law; capital markets; charities, social business and human rights; compliance and corporate ethics; corporate and M&A; environmental; forestry investments; infrastructure and energy; construction and complex contracts; electric power; mining; oil and gas; project finance; insurance, reinsurance and pensions; intellectual property; investment funds; labor and employment and executive compensation; life sciences and healthcare; litigation and arbitration; private client; public affairs; real estate; restructuring and recovery; tax; telecommunications and information technology; data protection and cybersecurity; emerging companies; and white-collar crime.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing partner | Roberto Quiroga Mosquera | mattosfilho@mattosfilho.com.br | +55 11 3147 7600 |
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Mr Daniel Calhman de Miranda | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Rogério Fernando Taffarello | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Rodrigo Figueiredo Nascimento | Partner | View Profile |
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Ms Vanessa Fiusa | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Renata Fonseca Zuccolo Giannella | Partner | View Profile |
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André Luiz Freire | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Cassio Gama Amaral | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Victor Gelli Cavalcanti | Partner | View Profile |
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Juliana Gomes Ramalho Monteiro | Partner | View Profile |
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Pâmela Gottardini | Partner | View Profile |
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Maria Guido | Partner | View Profile |
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Paula Moreira Indalecio | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Thiago Jabor Pinheiro | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Frederico Kerr Bullamah | Partner | View Profile |
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Ms Vilma Toshie Kutomi | Partner | View Profile |
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Ms Glaucia Lauletta Frascino | Partner | View Profile |
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Ms Camila Leal Calais | Partner | View Profile |
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Ms Ana Carolina Lima Nomura | Partner | View Profile |
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Bernardo Môcho | Partner | View Profile |
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Michelle Machado | Partner | View Profile |
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Flavia Magliozzi | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Marcelo Mansur Haddad | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Jean Marcel Arakawa | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Eduardo Marques Souza | Partner | View Profile |
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Nilton Mattos | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Kevin Michael Altit | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Flavio Mifano | Partner | View Profile |
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Nicole Moreira | Partner | View Profile |
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Nicole Najjar | Partner | View Profile |
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Ms Sabrina Naritomi | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Flavio Pereira Lima | Partner | View Profile |
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Ms Luciana Pietro Lorennzo | Partner | View Profile |
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Ms Lina Pimentel Garcia | Partner | View Profile |
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Mario Prada | Partner | View Profile |
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Ms Marina Procknor | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Roberto Quiroga Mosquera | Partner | View Profile |
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Antonio Augusto Reis | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Fabiano Ricardo Luz de Brito | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Marcelo Sampaio G. Ricupero | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Fabio Teixeira Ozi | Partner | View Profile |
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Ms Lisa Worcman | Partner | View Profile |
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Staff Figures
Associates : 515 Total staff : 1,109Other
Contacts : 95Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados > Firm Profile
Managing Partner: Roberto Quiroga Mosquera. Number of partners: 107 Number of lawyers worldwide: 580
Firm Overview: Mattos Filho provides services to clients in different legal areas in a coordinated and integrated manner, working in multidisciplinary teams whenever necessary. This work dynamic allows the firm to deliver tailor-made solutions to clients, thereby enhancing the firm’s understanding of the clients’ businesses and making Mattos Filho a valuable partner. Mattos Filho is a leader in approximately 30 different practice areas and work continuously to ensure that all these practices are benchmarks for the market. The firm represents domestic and foreign companies, financial institutions, investors, multilateral agencies, private clients and family offices, investment funds, pension funds, insurers and reinsurers and non-profit organisations.
Main Areas of Practice
Antitrust: Merger reviews and opposition in relation to the administrate Council for Economic Defence (CADE); analysis of antitrust-related risks and structuring corporate transactions; investigations; leniency agreements and settlement negotiations; antitrust compliance audits.
Asset Management & Investment Funds: Regulatory and tax aspects applicable to asset management services and investment funds; Modeling and formation of investment funds, public and private offerings of investment funds (fundraising); acquisition, financing and disposition of assets (M&A and IPO), secondary transfers of assets and interests, litigation and dispute resolutions involving investment funds.
Aviation: Modeling corporate transactions for companies in the aviation sector; assistance with airport concessions and use of airport areas, as well as with concessions, authorisations and certifications for the rendering of air services; preparation and negotiation of aircraft purchase and sale agreements, leases and structured finance, including the constitution of guarantees; assistance in regulatory transactions in general, including those relating remotely piloted aircraft (drones).
Banking & Finance: Regulatory advice to financial institutions and other entities supervised by the Central Bank of Brazil and the Brazilian Securities Commission; solid knowledge of the rules and practices of the financial and payment sectors and capital markets.
Business Public Law: Client representation with regulatory agencies; federal and state courts of accounts in matters related to administrative improbity acts, conduct adjustment agreements, and public civil actions.
Capital Markets: Stock market and listed companies; financial transactions; investment funds; regulatory assistance; structuring and negotiating complex transactions; debt and financing; and securitisations.
Charities, Social Business & Human rights: Legal expert guidance to non-profit organisations and companies with private social investments; advice on structuring social businesses.
Compliance & Corporate Ethics: Investigations of wrongdoings; prosecutorial inquiries and enforcement actions; leniency agreements and settlements; compliance programs; anti-corruption compliance due diligence.
Corporate/M&A: M&A and other corporate transactions, business reorganisations; corporate governance and general corporate advice.
Environmental: Due diligence; licensing; administrative and court proceedings; solid waste and post-consumption liability; environmental contamination; environmental asset’s market (forests, water, carbon and biodiversity).
Forestry Investments: Purchase and sale of rural properties; land use rights; lease agreements; partnership agreements; development programs; purchase and sale of forests.
Infrastructure & Energy: Advice on project development; project finance; construction and complex contracts; administrative law; regulatory law; oil and gas; energy; mining; logistics; sanitation; and telecommunications.
Insurance, Reinsurance & Pensions: Incorporation and licensing of (re)insurers and brokers; M&A; sale of portfolios; policy wordings; reinsurance contracts; distribution agreements.
Intellectual Property: Copyrights; IP license; technology transfer and franchise agreements; trademark registration and prosecution; domain names; IP litigation.
Labour & Employment & Executive Compensation: Assistance with complex compensation plans; trade union negotiations; immigration; work place hazards and safety issues; and legal due diligence.
Life Sciences & Healthcare: Regulatory matters; commercial, IP and technology agreements; administrative and court proceedings.
Litigation & Arbitration: Commercial disputes involving a wide array of industries and domestic and international arbitrations.
Private Client: Advice to individuals, family controlled businesses and groups; adoption of best governance practices; estate planning; succession planning; emigration planning; and tax advice.
Public Affairs: Mapping the Brazilian political and regulatory scenario; analysis of legal, political and regulatory risks; representation and defence of clients’ interests through the development of public rules and policies of impact or interest.
Real Estate: Due diligence and supervision of external audits for acquisition of properties; preparation and negotiation of construction and project management contracts.
Restructuring & Recovery: Representation of investors, creditors and debtors in complex debt restructurings, M&A of distressed assets and financing of distressed companies.
Tax: Representation of clients in administrative and court proceedings; private pensions; direct and indirect taxes.
Technology, Innovation & Digital Businesses & Telecommunications: Advice on the internet act, liability of internet application providers, law enforcement in the digital space, data privacy, data privacy compliance programs, cyber security, structuring technology and internet companies.
White Collar Crime: Assistance on complex matters related to crimes committed in the corporate sector. Advice and defence on criminal proceedings with state and federal courts in cases involving various jurisdictions.
LATIN AMERICA OFFICES
Brazil
São Paulo: Alameda Joaquim Eugênio de Lima, 447, SP 01403 001
Tel: +55 11 3147 7600 Fax: +55 11 3147 7770
Rio De Janeiro: Praia do Flamengo, 200 11º andar, RJ 22210 901
Tel: +55 21 3231 8200 Fax: +55 21 2262 6675
Brasília: SHS Q. 6 Conjunto A, Bl. C S. 1901, DF CEP 70316-109
Tel: +55 61 3218 6000 Fax: +55 61 3218 6090
Email: mattosfilho@mattosfilho.com.br
INTERNATIONAL OFFICES USA
New York: 34 East 51st Street, 12th Floor, NY 10022
Tel: +1 646 695 1100 Fax +1 646 695 1110
UNITED KINGDOM
London: 5th Floor 32 Cornhill Street, EC3V 3SG
Tel +44 020 7280 0160
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing partner | Roberto Quiroga Mosquera | quiroga@mattosfilho.com.br | +55 11 3147 7651 |
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Managing Partner: Roberto Quiroga Mosquera. Number of partners: 107 Number of lawyers worldwide: 608
Mattos Filho provides services to clients in different legal areas in a coordinated and integrated manner, working in multidisciplinary teams whenever necessary. This work dynamic allows the firm to deliver tailor-made solutions to clients, thereby enhancing the firm’s understanding of the clients’ businesses and making Mattos Filho a valuable partner. Mattos Filho is a leader in more than 20 different practice areas and work continuously to ensure that all these practices are benchmarks for the market. The firm represents domestic and foreign companies, financial institutions, investors, multilateral agencies, private clients and family offices, investment funds, pension funds, insurers and reinsurers and non-profit organisations.
Main Areas of Practice:
Antitrust:
Merger reviews and opposition in relation to the administrate Council for Economic Defence (CADE); analysis of antitrust-related risks and structuring corporate transactions; investigations; leniency agreements and settlement negotiations; antitrust compliance audits.
Asset Management Services & Investment Funds:
Regulatory and tax aspects applicable to asset anagement services and investment funds; Modeling and formation of investment funds, public and private offerings of investment funds (fundraising); acquisition, financing and disposition of assets (M&A and IPO), secondary transfers of assets and interests, litigation and dispute resolutions involving investment funds.
Aviation:
Modeling corporate transactions for companies in the aviation sector; assistance with airport concessions and use of airport areas, as well as with concessions, authorisations and certifications for the rendering of air services; preparation and negotiation of aircraft purchase and sale agreements, leases and structured finance, including the constitution of guarantees; assistance
in regulatory transactions in general, including those relating remotely piloted aircraft (drones).
Banking & Finance:
Regulatory advice to financial institutions and other entities supervised by the Central Bank of Brazil and the Brazilian Securities Commission; solid knowledge of the rules and practices of the financial and payment sectors and capital markets.
Business Public Law:
Client representation with regulatory agencies; federal and state courts of accounts in matters related to administrative improbity acts, conduct adjustment agreements, and public civil actions.
Capital Markets:
Stock market and listed companies; financial transactions; investment funds; regulatory assistance; structuring and negotiating complex transactions; debt and financing; and securitisations.
Charities, Social Business & Human rights:
Legal expert guidance to non-profit organisations and companies with private social investments; advice on structuring social businesses.
Compliance & Corporate Ethics:
Investigations of wrongdoings; prosecutorial inquiries and enforcement actions; leniency agreements and settlements; compliance programs; anti-corruption compliance due diligence.
Corporate investigations:
Cross-practice team experienced in internal investigations, litigation and corporate defense, negotiations of regulatory or criminal law matters.
Corporate/M&A:
M&A and other corporate transactions, business reorganisations; corporate governance and general corporate advice.
Data Protection & Cybersecurity:
Data privacy, data protection and cybersecurity across wide-ranging industries and currently involved in the most complex matters in debate in Brazil, and was deeply involved in debates preceding the approval of the Brazilian Data Protection Act.
Environmental:
Due diligence; licensing; administrative and court proceedings; solid waste and post-consumption liability; environmental contamination; environmental asset’s market (forests, water, carbon and biodiversity).
Forestry Investments:
Purchase and sale of rural properties; land use rights; lease agreements; partnership agreements; development programs; purchase and sale of forests.
Infrastructure & Energy:
Advice on project development; project finance; construction and complex contracts; administrative law; regulatory law; oil and gas; energy; mining; logistics; sanitation; and telecommunications.
Insurance, Reinsurance & Pensions:
Incorporation and licensing of (re)insurers and brokers; M&A; sale of portfolios; policy wordings; reinsurance contracts; distribution agreements.
Intellectual Property:
Copyrights; IP license; technology transfer and franchise agreements; trademark registration and prosecution; domain names; IP litigation.
Labour & Employment & Executive Compensation:
Assistance with complex compensation plans; trade union negotiations; immigration; work place hazards and safety issues; and legal due diligence.
Life Sciences & Healthcare:
Regulatory matters; commercial, IP and technology agreements; administrative and court proceedings.
Litigation & Arbitration:
Commercial disputes involving a wide array of industries and domestic and international arbitrations.
Private Client:
Advice to individuals, family controlled businesses and groups; adoption of best governance practices; estate planning; succession planning; emigration planning; and tax advice.
Real Estate:
Due diligence and supervision of external audits for acquisition of properties; preparation and negotiation of construction and project management contracts.
Restructuring & Recovery:
Representation of investors, creditors and debtors in complex debt restructurings, M&A of distressed assets and financing of distressed companies.
Tax:
Representation of clients in administrative and court proceedings; private pensions; direct and indirect taxes.
Tech Mattos Filho:
Advice on the internet act, liability of internet application providers, law enforcement in the digital space, structuring technology and internet companies, assisting companies from virtually all economic sectors to
model and implement their digital strategy.
Telecommunications:
Transactional and regulatory advice, strategic agreements, representation of clients in administrative proceedings with National Telecommunications
Agency (ANATEL), assistance.
White Collar Crime:
Assistance on complex matters related to crimes committed in the corporate sector. Advice and defence on criminal proceedings with state and federal courts in cases involving various jurisdictions.
LATIN AMERICA OFFICES
BRAZIL
São Paulo: Alameda Joaquim Eugênio de Lima, 447, SP Post Code: 01403 001 Tel: +55 11 3147 7600 Fax: +55 11 3147 7770
Rio De Janeiro: Praia do Flamengo, 200 11º andar, RJ Post code: 22210 901
Tel: +55 21 3231 8200 Fax: +55 21 2262 6675
Brasília: SHS Q. 6 Conjunto A, Bl. C S. 1901, DF Post code: 70316-109
Tel: +55 61 3218 6000 Fax: +55 61 3218 6090
Campinas: Edifício Toulon Office, 2º andar, Avenida José de Souza Campos, 507 – Cambuí, SP Post Code: 13090-615
Email: mattosfilho@mattosfilho.com.br
INTERNATIONAL OFFICES
USA
New York: 34 East 51st Street, 12th Floor, NY 10022
Tel: +1 646 695 1100 Fax +1 646 695 1110
UNITED KINGDOM
London: 5th Floor 32 Cornhill Street, EC3V 3SG
Tel +44 020 7280 0160
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing partner | Roberto Quiroga Mosquera | quiroga@mattosfilho.com.br | +55 11 3147 7651 |