The ‘extremely technical’ team at Trench Rossi Watanabe advises key oil and gas players and associations, showcasing notable strength in high-profile regulatory, public law and litigation mandates. The team is also well-positioned to advise on transactions, project structuring, and crude oil and by-products trading, while maintaining active involvement in the energy transition, especially in the hydrogen space. Practice head Danielle Valois’ areas of expertise span transactions, project development, bidding processes, regulatory issues and litigation. Regulatory expert Gabriela Bezerra Fischer, who became partner in July 2024, handles industry-specific contracts, transactions and ANP bidding rounds.
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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
Danielle Valois
Other key lawyers
Gabriela Bezerra Fischer; André Sarian