Padis Mattar Advogados

Insolvency and restructuring heavyweight Padis Mattar Advogados is noted for its ‘technical quality’ and ’excellent negotiation skills’ in non-contentious and contentious matters in this area. With a strong following of creditors and investment funds, the team shines in high-profile court-supervised and out-of-court proceedings, including distressed M&A and DIP financings. Paulo Padis, who is particularly rated for his ‘great knowledge of finance’ and combined experience in distressed M&A and restructuring processes, and Eduardo Augusto Mattar, who specialises in insolvencies, special situations and dispute resolution, are the main points of contact in the team. With over two decades’ experience in debt restructuring, bankruptcies and dispute resolution, Renata Machado Veloso has 'an excellent ability to build transactions, contracts and negotiations’. Beatriz Mazzi, a contact for distressed deals, handles prominent restructurings in key industries, including energy, infrastructure, and oil and gas. Alexandre Rios maintains a diverse practice advising on restructurings, M&A, capital markets and regulatory issues. Senior associate Victor Clementino is also active in complex litigation and non-contentious matters in this space.