Full-service firm Machado Meyer Sendacz e Opice Advogados is home to a public law practice widely recognised for its deep engagement in large-scale infrastructure projects, complex concession renegotiations, and the structuring of public-private partnerships (PPPs). The group demonstrates particular strength in the transport, energy, and sanitation sectors, while also handling high-value litigation before constitutional courts and investigations involving public authorities. Practice head José Virgilio Lopes Enei concentrates his practice on concessions and PPPs within regulated sectors, as well as project finance and M&A related to transport, energy, and urban/social infrastructure. Rafael Vanzella is recognised for his contributions to regulatory, transactional, and public procurement matters. Lucas Sant’Anna and Pedro Saullo are no longer at the firm.
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- ‘The public law team that serves us has highly experienced professionals with multidisciplinary knowledge, which makes it easier to obtain comprehensive solutions. They are very collaborative and proactive in the demands we request.'
- ‘Machado Meyer's public law team is the best in the country. I have hired some of the biggest names in public law in the country, and Machado Meyer is by far the team with the most innovative ideas and the one that can see the client's position most clearly.'
Key clients
- M1 Transportes Sustentáveis Ltda. (Tembici)
- Vinci Partners
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Pedro Saullo
Practice head
José Virgilio Lopes Enei
Other key lawyers
Rafael Vanzella; Guilherme Dourado