With a strong following of companies operating in the mining, automotive, banking, tech, energy, agribusiness and healthcare sectors, Cescon Barrieu‘s corporate practice is particularly noted for its expertise in capital markets and securitisation transactions. This specialism is part of a full-service offering that also covers commercial contracts, corporate governance, ESG and energy transition matters. Frederico Viana Rodrigues heads the corporate and commercial practice, with a focus on M&A, corporate governance, and general corporate affairs. Daniel Ribeiro Pettersen is a key contact for contractual matters involving the mining, steel and real estate industries. Julia Lobo Dutra and Alice Brandão are no longer at the firm.
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'This law firm stands out for its multidisciplinary and personalised approach, which combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of its clients' needs. The quality of the service provided is guaranteed by the team's solid academic background and practical experience, composed of specialists in various areas of law.'
'The team's strengths are demonstrated through its professionals, who have extensive experience in specific sectors such as corporate law, tax law, and intellectual property. This is complemented by a proactive and personalised service to identify legal solutions that best meet each client's demands. Furthermore, the firm embraces innovation by implementing advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and big data analysis to optimise processes and decision-making.'
'Excellent knowledge and expertise.'
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Key clients
- Fundo Imobiliário Pedra Negra
- Minasmáquinas S.A.
- Bauminas Química Ltda.
- Global Ferrous Mineração Ltda.
- Emive Participações S.A.
- Rio Branco Alimentos S/A
- Angelalign Technolgy Pte. Ltd
- Vetorial Mineração S.A. (Grupo Vetorial)
- Vale S.A.
- Minas Arena S.A.
- Bahia Mineração S.A. – BAMIN
- Banco de Desenvolvimento de Minas Gerais – BDMG
Work highlights
Advised Mater Dei Hospital on the sale of its 70% stake in Centro Saúde Norte S.A., the parent company of Porto Dias Hospital, back to the Porto Dias family.
Advised on a business combination transaction, where Bauminas Química contributed 100% of the quotas of Eletro Manganês, its agribusiness, fertilszer, and animal feed division, to the capital stock of Uby Agro S.A. In return, Bauminas Química acquired an 8.5% equity stake in Uby Agro.
Provided legal counsel to Patrimar Engenharia in its groundbreaking partnership with the Armani Group, marking Armani/Casa's first real estate venture in Brazil.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Frederico Viana Rodrigues
Other key lawyers
Daniel Ribeiro Pettersen; Hugo Vidal