Boutique FreitasLeite Advogados is a key port of call for numerous investment funds, banks, brokerage and asset management firms seeking advice on private debt, distressed deals, real estate-related transactions, credit securitisation and regulatory issues. With over two decades' experience in financial and capital markets, founder Cristiano Da Cruz Leite is a reference in the investment fund industry; he handles a mix of debt issuances, securitisations, regulatory matters and disputes before the Central Bank and the CVM. He oversees the practice with Humberto De Paula Lima Isaac, who focuses on funds, collective investment vehicles and asset management mandates. Paolo Grimaldi excels in the structuring and formation of investment funds, most notably credit, real estate and private equity funds.