Praised for its in-depth knowledge of the electricity market, boutique Edelstein Advogados is entirely dedicated to the energy and natural resources sectors. Clients from across all power segments turn to the firm for assistance in tenders, regulatory matters and administrative proceedings before the National Electric Energy Agency (ANEEL), the Electric Trading Chamber (CCEE) and the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME). The team is skilled in the structuring of generation projects for trading in the regulated and free market, and is also well versed in self-production matters involving conventional and renewable sources. In São Paulo, André Edelstein, who possesses over two decades of experience in the energy sector, jointly leads the team with Ana Clara Toledo Brito, whose ‘excellent knowledge of Brazilian energy legislation’ is noted by clients. Fellow co-head Gabriel Faria Bernardes is based in San Francisco. Other key individuals include João Paulo Gusmão in Brasília and Rodrigo Rodi, who is based in the São Paulo office.
Testimonials
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‘The Edelstein team has in-depth knowledge of legal issues regarding energy in Brazil. They come up with new approaches to solve problems in a bolder way.’
‘André Edelstein: he is always up-to-date with news and trends that impact the energy sector in Brazil.'
Key clients
- European Energy
- Raízen Energia
Work highlights
- Advised Órigo Energia on obtaining the recognition by ANEEL of the legal compliance of the structuring of various distributed generation projects.
- Assisted ABSOLAR in the plea with governmental authorities for the reduction of taxation on storage equipment.