‘Medium-sized firm’ Vieira Rezende possesses a broad corporate and M&A offering which encompasses advice on mergers, acquisitions, exits, business combinations, corporate restructurings and governance issues. Singled out for its proficiency in mandates concerning regulated sectors, the group attracts instructions from a diverse client base made up of investment and pension funds as well as companies from the worlds of energy, mining, insurance, education, and technology. Founding partner Paulo Albert Weyland Vieira handles both buy and sell-side transactions, and is often sought after by major Brazilian pension funds. Co-founder Cláudio Guerreiro takes the lead on corporate law matters, with a particular focus on issues related to the use of natural resources. Ricardo Ariani Filho is singled out for his experience in M&A and PE deals in the education space, while Camila Borba Lefèvre, a name to note for the technology sector, specialises in joint ventures and corporate restructurings. Energy-related transactions, including M&A in the oil and gas segment, are among Alberto Weyland Vieira‘s core areas of activity. Ricardo Villela Mafra Alves Da Silva blends a strong track record in M&A deals with in-depth knowledge of CVM regulations. Maria Ramos Dias, who handles an array of transactional work and contractual negotiations, stands out at the associate level.
Testimonials
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‘An integrated firm, which can cover the client's complex needs without foregoing very personal treatment.'
‘Helena Guimarães managed our demands with great skill.'
Key clients
- Açu Petróleo
- Adecoagro Vale Do Ivinhema Ltda.
Work highlights
- Advised CSP on the sale of all its shares by the current shareholders (Vale, Posco and Dongkuk, as Sellers) to Arcellor Mittal.
- Advised Banco Safra on the acquisition of Guide Investimentos from the controlling shareholder Fosun, a Chinese group.