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Maria Fernanda Soares

Work Department

Infrastructure and Energy / Oil and Gas / Energy / Contracts and Complex Negotiations / Public and Regulatory Law

Position

Partner

Career

Maria Fernanda is specialist in infrastructure projects, especially in the O&G industry. Her practice is mainly focused on clients interested in the development of natural gas projects, being actively engaged in the discussions and developments related to the opening of Brazilian gas market, involving both private companies and public authorities. Her experience includes legal assistance for the structuring, negotiation, review and implementation of projects and transactions, as well as assistance with regulatory matters involving the agents of such industry. In addition, her expertise in maritime law is also synergic and strategic for the needs of the offshore industry.

Memberships

Member of the Maritime and Transport Law Committee of IBA Member of WISTA – Woman’s International Shipping and Trading Association, Brazilian Bar Association and IBA – International Bar Association

Education

Universidade Federal de Juiz de Fora, Brazil (LL.B., 2009). IMO International Maritime Law Institute, Malta (LL.M. in International Maritime Law, 2017). ESEADE, Argentina (Master Juris in Corporate Law, 2013). IBMEC, Brasil (LL.M. in Corporate Law, 2012). International Foundation for the Law of the Sea – International Maritime Tribunal - Hamburg – 2017 (International Law of The Sea and Maritime Law Summer Academy) Colorado College – 2008 (Especialization em Political Sciences)

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