Commended for its ‘very strong business vision combined with undeniable legal knowledge’, BMA Advogados‘ restructuring and insolvency practice is highly active in representing debtors, including public listed companies, in sophisticated judicial reorganisation mandates. Local and international clients from a wide range of industries, such as energy, telecoms and retail, often turn to the team for its expertise in contentious and non-contentious issues, including distressed transactions. The team is currently led by Sergio Savi, who has a strong track record in complex, cross-jurisdictional court-supervised debt restructurings. Eduardo G. Wanderley handles insolvency matters requiring expertise in debt restructuring, litigation with creditors, and extrajudicial negotiations. Luciana Celidonio, a name to note for creditors and investors, often advises on debt financings, distressed M&A and bankruptcy-related litigation. Recently promoted partner Natalia Yazbek handles a varied workload, featuring judicial reorganisations, debt restructurings and investments in distressed companies and assets.
Testimonials
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‘BMA is a cautiously bold firm. They have a very strong business vision combined with undeniable legal knowledge. This combination makes the natural conversations and discussions between businesspeople and external legal advisers happen in a very fluid and aligned way.’
Key clients
- Bhp Billiton
- Oi S.A.
Work highlights
- Advised Bhp Billiton and its subsidiary BHP Billiton Brasil Ltda. on all aspects of Samarco’s restructuring process.
- Acts as legal counsel to Americanas S.A. in judicial reorganisation proceedings.