The ‘technical and business-oriented’ team at KLA Advogados continues to advise middle-market clients on the full slate of corporate transactions and shareholder issues. Acquisitions, incorporations, joint ventures and private equity investments are key areas of activity for the group, which stands out for its broad industry coverage that spans the technology, food and beverages, telecoms, infrastructure, education, energy, real estate and media sectors. Singled out for her experience in the technology, telecoms and life sciences segments, Karin Alvo has strong credentials in strategic M&A, private equity and venture capital deals. Mariana Cortez, a go-to for clients from the worlds of education and real estate, is an ’excellent negotiator’, while Melissa Kanô, who heads up the Asian Desk, is recurrently sought out by companies from the advertising and energy spaces. Other individuals to note for corporate matters and M&A transactions include Alessandra Höhne and Luiz Filipe Aranha. Praised by clients for her ‘proficiency, attention, agility, timeliness and client service’, Patrícia Braga leads on cross-border M&A, PE and VC deals for US and German clients. Mário Fioratti works on complex technology and real estate-related transactions, while associate André Maruch maintains a broad practice in corporate and securities law, investment funds and foreign investment.

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‘The technical security they pass on to their clients is a differentiator.’
‘Luiz Filipe Aranha is recommended.’
‘Karin Alvo stands out.’
‘The firm provides high quality services. In particular, I highlight the proficiency in M&A transactions, agility and care in meeting the needs of the client.’
‘Patricia Braga: the lawyer stands out in her proficiency, attention, agility, timeliness and client service.’
‘I worked with the KLA team on a few transactions over the last few years. It is a technical and business-oriented team. Lawyers manage to be quick in meeting demands and thorough in discussions and negotiations. They are proactive and available.’
‘Mariana Cortez is a great lawyer, navigates real estate and corporate matters well, in addition to being an excellent negotiator. Does not lose focus on minor issues and has a great feel for client priorities.’
‘Mario Fioratti is a young and brilliant lawyer, he manages to simplify the most complex issues, and has a great knowledge of the matters in which he works.’