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Bernardo Viana - Almeida Advogados 

Corporate and M&A Tier 5

Brazilian and international companies turn to Almeida Advogados for assistance in sales, acquisitions, joint ventures and corporate restructurings. The firm has also developed a significant practice advising minority shareholders. André de Almeida heads the department, which also includes corporate, commercial, IP and internet law expert Pedro Tinoco. However, since publication Leonardo Palhares has moved to international firm Kobre & Kim.

Environment Tier 5

Combining public and administrative law expertise with litigation experience, Almeida Advogados provides strategic assistance to clients in relation to environmental licensing, civil investigations and public prosecutions. The team has a strong track record in waste management (particularly regarding reverse logistics), as well as advisory experience regarding the environmental aspects of infrastructure projects, particularly in the agribusiness, mining and tourism sectors. The practice is led by André de Almeida and Rafael Zinato Moreira; however, since publication, fellow former-co-head Leonardo Palhares has moved to international firm Kobre & Kim.

Public law Tier 5

Almeida Advogados' team specialises in environmental law, where it assists clients with litigation as well as non-contentious public and administrative law issues. Some of its notable areas of practice include advising on environmental licensing, reverse logistics and waste management issues, and in civil investigations and public prosecutions. The eight-strong practice group is under the joint leadership of André de Almeida and Rafael Zinato Moreira; however, former fellow co-head, Leonardo Palhares, moved to Kobre & Kim in November 2020.

Tax Tier 5

Almeida Advogados is commended for its personalised service, which encompasses both strategic and contentious matters. The team is jointly led by Leonardo Vinicius Correia de Melo and Rodrigo Petry Terra out of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, respectively. Tax litigation, direct and indirect tax advice and corporate tax planning remain high on the agenda, particularly for clients in the agribusiness, energy and transportation sectors.

Dispute resolution: Litigation Tier 7

Almeida Advogados regularly represents domestic and international clients in corporate and shareholder disputes. The practice is also proficient in litigation involving real estate, insurance, financial and contractual issues, among other areas. Andréa Seco is proficient in civil and commercial matters. Domestic and foreign companies seek Henrique Carmona do Amaral’s representation in strategic litigation. André de Almeida is another key point of contact in the team.

Transport and shipping

Almeida Advogados fields an experienced team, with a strong emphasis on maritime, insurance and international law disputes. As well as the commercial cargo side of the market, its lawyers also have good expertise in advising major cruise ship operators. Breno Garbois leads the well-regarded team.