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Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro
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Work Highlights
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Castro Barros Advogados advised Cidade do Porto Consultoria Imobiliária on the sale and transfer of development rights to Tegra.
Strengths
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Castro Barros Advogados delivers strong service, with close attention to client requests and a flexible approach. Even in complex matters, the team demonstrates solid experience and benefits from a strong network, which effectively supports its work.
Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro respondentBrazilBased on my experience, which includes large national and international firms, I can't think of a better law firm for complex M&A transactions than Castro Barros Advogados. The team's ability to 'untangle knots' in corporate issues is enormous.
Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro respondentBrazilI like working with Castro Barros as they adapt to client needs, are accessible and easy to work with, and act as long-standing partners who understand our business language. The team is also technically strong and delivers a good service.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 4 
Band 4 Helen Gaudio Valente Figurelli
Head of department Helen Gaudio Valente Figurelli assists clients with a range of corporate mandates, including M&A, capital markets and contractual work.
Helen is a strong and well-prepared lawyer.
Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro respondentBrazilHelen delivers excellent work.
Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro respondentBrazilHelen has thorough knowledge in the field.
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Ranked Individuals at Castro Barros Advogados (1)
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Helen Gaudio Valente Figurelli
Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro
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