Machado Meyer Sendacz e Opice Advogados‘ Belo Horizonte team stands out for its capabilities in capital markets, including equity and debt deals and regulatory advice to public companies. The group is also skilled in M&A, corporate restructuring, real estate investment fund-related matters, and agribusiness contracts, often advising domestic and international clients from the financial, infrastructure, healthcare, mining, energy and telecoms sectors. The practice is spearheaded by Gustavo Rugani, a capital markets and buy and sell-side M&A. Key support on capital markets transactions and related regulatory compliance is provided by senior associate Wagner Duarte.
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Testimonials
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- 'I had the opportunity to work with the capital markets team, which is extremely professional, technically strong, and deeply knowledgeable on the subject. They brought great clarity and assurance to the management of the transaction.'
- 'Gustavo Rugani needs no introduction — he is, quite literally, the face of the capital markets. He is recognised both in Brazil and abroad, and when he is involved in a transaction, we have full confidence that everything will be handled with excellence. His technical rigour, deep expertise, and professional approach make him an undisputed reference in the field.'
Key clients
- JBS S.A.
- Localiza Rent a Car S.A.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Gustavo Rugani
Other key lawyers
Wagner Duarte; Paulo Estevão Miranda