Standing out for its strong presence in the real estate space, VBD Advogados is seen with great regularity advising on equity, share and asset deals in this sector. M&A involving medium-sized enterprises and emerging growth companies in the technology sector is another key area of activity for the team, whose workload also features joint ventures, strategic alliances and corporate restructurings. Co-head Rafael Bicalho possesses ‘in-depth knowledge of corporate issues and business law’, and ‘stands out for his ability to negotiate contracts and complex situations’. Fellow co-leader Thalita De Marco Vani excels in corporate governance, as well as matters concerning shareholder relations and management liability.
Testimonials
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'We are extremely satisfied with the service provided. The team is super available, extremely technical and very efficient in all requests.'
‘I recommend the partners Rafael Cury Bicalho and Thalita De Marco Vani. Rafael Cury Bicalho has been my lawyer for over 15 years, I have always hired him and will always hire him. Rafael is agile, prompt and extremely efficient. Thalita Vani is a consummate lawyer.'
Key clients
- Aw Realty Participações Ltda.
- Bioenergética Vale Do Paracatu S.A.
Work highlights
- Assisted Decolar.com with the design and implementation of the structure for establishing physical stores, involving a comprehensive analysis of corporate, tax, and regulatory aspects to ensure seamless expansion.
- Assisted Decolar with the merger of Decolar and TVLX (Viajanet), two Brazilian companies under the control of the same American entity (Decolar Inc).