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FM/Derraik

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‘Leveraging its vast experience with various industry players, from funds and early stage companies, to corporate venture capital’, the VC practice at FM/Derraik is proficient in the entire life cycle of VC transactions, from seed investments to strategic exits and IPOs. The highly regarded Fabiana Fagundes and Rodrigo Menezes, both of whom ‘stand out in the entrepreneurship and venture capital ecosystem’, jointly oversee the department. Retained by clients from an array of tech-related industries, including healthcare, education, food, retail and agribusiness, Fagundes is an expert in both early and late stages of VC financings, and also takes the lead on PE and M&A transactions. In addition to VC, PE and M&A deals, Menezes is noted for his experience in advising established companies on the structuring of their CVCs. Pedro Ferreira acts for Brazilian and international companies and funds in M&A and VC deals.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The firm has in-depth knowledge of our operations, our managed funds, both onshore and offshore, and also the operation of the manager itself, and a large part of our investee companies. Furthermore, they have great knowledge of local legislation, how the fund administrator views the legislation and help us a lot in numerous negotiations with all stakeholders.’

  • ‘FM/Derraik stands out for its client-centric culture and personalised service in the venture capital market. Its experienced team provides strategic insights, leveraging its vast experience with various industry players, from funds to early stage companies, and corporate venture capital. This differentiates them in the national legal market.'

Key clients

  • Valor Capital Group
  • Astella Investimentos

Work highlights

  • Advised Caravela Capital on a $32.5m capital injection in a series B funding round received by LogComex from Riverwood Capital, Endeavor Catalyst, Spectra Investments, Igah, Ventures, Alexia Ventures and Caravela Capital.
  • Assisted Conta Simples with a  $41.5m capital injection in a series B funding round from Base10, Valor Capital Group, JAM FUND, Y Combinator, Big Bets, Broadhaven Capital Partners and DOMO VC.