Noted for its ‘highly qualified team, comprised of professionals with in-depth technical knowledge, extensive experience and an uncompromising commitment to excellence’, Abe Advogados is a strong option for companies needing support with domestic and cross-border M&A, investments, and SPAs. The group has expertise advising clients across a range of sectors, including regulated markets such as pharma and financial services. Marcos Seiiti Abe and Fernando Zanotti Schneider co-lead the department and bring a wealth of experience to the team; Abe stands out for his strong track record in multijurisdictional transactions, including distressed M&A, while Schneider is adept at handling foreign investments, joint ventures, and business structuring.
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Testimonials
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‘Abe Advogados is a firm that exudes trust. The main reasons for this include its knowledge and multidisciplinary areas, the reception of clients in a hospitable manner, the team's experience in complex cases, and its practicality and effectiveness in solving problems.’
‘A multidisciplinary team with a high level of knowledge, empathy and politeness, attention to client problems, and didactic service.’
‘They are assertive and reliable.’
‘They are very competent and receptive to the client's needs, with availability and knowledge.’
‘Pedro Saad is a professional who knows how to interpret how the client and the other party work. He stands out for his availability, knowledge, and flexibility, seeking a better path for everyone.’
‘Compared to the rest of the market, the firm's main differentiator is the highly personalised service it provides.’
Key clients
- Marubeni Corporation
- Pravaler S.A.
- Vtex Brasil Ltda.
- Cromus Embalagens Indústria e Comércio Ltda.
- Tree Corp Partners Consultoria Empresarial Ltda.
- Vetor Editora Psico Pedagógica Ltda.
- Status Invest
- Clean Medical Comércio de Equipamentos S.A.
Work highlights
Advised Pravaler S.A. on acquiring credit portfolios from Grupo Ser, Rebouças, Uninta, and Avantis.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Marcos Seiiti Abe; Fernando Zanotti Schneider
Other key lawyers
Pedro Saad Abud