Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded

Abe Advogados joins the ranking this year after demonstrating skills in assisting clients with M&A, including cross-border transactions. The firm is also experienced in dealing with corporate restructurings and offering advice on regulatory topics. Its client portfolio is composed of companies active in the health, food and beverages, and technology sectors, while it also advises investment funds. New client wins include Cajueiro Indústria e Comércio de Alimentos and ABCASA.

"They have great knowledge in the areas they advised us on, showing extreme competence."

"The team is very qualified and experienced, which makes us very comfortable in the negotiations."

Marcos Seiiti Abe holds expertise in M&A cross-border deals, as well as experience advising clients on corporate governance and regulatory issues. He advises clients from a range of sectors, including Japanese companies active in the Brazilian jurisdiction. "Marcos has extensive technical and market knowledge. He is experienced and has an excellent network. He has always been impeccable in all the dealings we had." "He is an excellent professional with deep legal knowledge and attention to the client."

Fernando Zanotti Schneider is an up-and-coming practitioner with the required knowledge to act on M&A mandates, including representing clients on the negotiation of deals. "Fernando is a highly qualified lawyer with a lot of experience. He is very attentive to clients' needs and can handle all sorts of matters." "He is very experienced, pragmatic and clear."