Specialising in merger filings, antitrust and litigation, Machado Meyer Sendacz e Opice Advogados is capable of handling a mix of high-value and high-profile cases both domestically and internationally. The practice also offers assistance with negotiating contractual provisions of transaction agreements and revising commercial practices to reduce risk and ensure regulatory compliance. With a broad offering and extensive experience acting before CADE, the group has amassed an expanding client roster which consists of notable names from the retail, energy, and financial services sectors, among others. Spearheading the team is Maria Eugênia Novis, who is adept at leading on merger filings, investigations, and negotiations, including cartel and abuse of dominance cases and leniency and settlement agreements. The practice also benefits from the aptitude of Tito Amaral de Andrade, who focuses on litigation, merger control, and investigations. Other key practitioners in the team include Ana Bátia Glenk, noted for her experience in leniency agreements and compliance matters, and Érica Sumie Yamashita.
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Testimonials
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‘Unparalleled availability. Always available to interact and clarify doubts, and guide the client's operational staff.’
‘Ana Bátia Glenk is always attentive and courteous, in addition to having an impressive command of both legislation and CADE precedents.’
‘Amazing - responsive and friendly.’
‘Ana Bátia Glenk is the perfect lawyer - clever, creative, and to the point.’
‘Partner availability, technical quality, and partnership differentiate the team.’
‘The firm is excellent; its partners and lawyers are able to easily understand complex issues and anticipate questions that may be raised by the regulatory body. They are very agile, available, diligent, and technical. They are truly a reference in the Brazilian antitrust sector.’
Key clients
- ADM
- Andina
- Arkema
- Banco Votorantim
- BTG Pactual
- Carrefour
- Comerc
- Dasa
- Equinor
- GIC
- HDI
- Itaú Unibanco
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Maria Eugênia Novis
Other key lawyers
Tito Amaral de Andrade; Ana Bátia Glenk; Érica Sumie Yamashita; João Felipe Achcar de Azambuja