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Ulhôa Canto, Rezende e Guerra Advogados

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Regulatory reference Ulhôa Canto, Rezende e Guerra Advogados is regularly sought out by industry associations and key players across the power distribution, transmission, generation and trading segments. Noted for advising on complex administrative and judicial litigation, the team also demonstrates strong project structuring and implementation capabilities, with experience in negotiating EPC, equipment supply and O&M agreements, as well as advising on power generation and transmission auctions. Its transactional expertise includes M&A transactions and power purchase agreements. Practice head Isabel Lustosa is widely recognised for her extensive experience in the sector, handling regulatory matters, administrative and judicial litigation, arbitration, bids, projects and M&A. Other key members of the team include Felipe Marotta and Luciana Yoshida, both of whom focus on the power sector.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The firm provides excellent service, combining its recognised technical capacity with agility, objectivity and focus on what is truly relevant to the client's business, allowing for optimal use of the scarce time for making important decisions. The firm has in-depth knowledge of industry issues, always adding precedents and views that provide comfort and security to support the client's decision-making process. The firm truly embraces the company's image and handles cases with dedication and diligence in search of the best results.'

  • ‘The team demonstrated exceptional mastery of the subject matter, using effective strategies to present solid and well-founded arguments. The ability to draft clear and persuasive procedural documents was a crucial differentiator. The in-depth knowledge of the subject matter, as well as of the practices related to arbitration proceedings, was a strong point. The agility in responding when requested was notable. This speed gave us a sense of security and confidence.'

Key clients

  • Auren Energia S.A.
  • Microsoft Corporation

Work highlights

Assisting ENEL Distribuição São Paulo with the administrative proceeding regarding an issued notice of summons related to the concessionaire’s performance in the extreme weather event of October 11th 2024 that left over 3.1 million consumer units without power.