About

Khalil Kaddissi is legal director at JBS, the largest meat processing company in the world, overseeing the corporate law department. Upon joining JBS in 2014, Kaddissi gained responsibility for contracts, general corporate issues, capital markets, shareholder structure and tax litigation. His fellow legal director, Renata Quartim, covers general and civil litigation. Described by one nominator as having ‘significant corporate law experience’, Kaddissi is known in the industry for his work in M&A, joint ventures and international law. Prior to his appointment at JBS, the seasoned lawyer previously worked at various other large companies and law firms such as TOTVS, lhoa Canto Souza Cescon and Anhanguera Educacional. Kaddissi, along with a few other renowned legal experts, has provided a substantial contribution in the restructuring of JBS’ legal department: an act which is expected to increase employee efficiency, speed up legal processes and provide the group with an enhanced focus on regional activities. The extensive legal expertise of Kaddissi has solidified his status as a highly respected figure throughout the industry.