Global Guide 2026 : Brazil
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Provided by Cescon, Barrieu, Flesch & Barreto Advogados
Our Capital Markets practice is recognized as one of the most experienced and capable in Brazil. With a highly qualified team, we advise our clients at all stages of transactions, ensuring the best results for issuers, underwriters, and investors. We have been awarded for relevant market transactions, standing out among the leading firms in debt and equity deals, in both local and international markets, securitizations, as well as regulatory advisory in the securities market.
We have a solid track record of advising on debt issuances and public offerings of shares, with a focus on large-scale transactions involving companies from different sectors of the economy. Our team is committed to delivering strategic and innovative legal solutions, always aligned with the unique needs of each transaction.
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Cescon, Barrieu, Flesch & Barreto Advogados has a highly rated capital markets department within a full-service firm equally comfortable representing issuers or underwriters in local and cross-border deals. Its expert team has prowess in equity and debt work, handling IPOs and follow-ons, as well as high-valued unsecured and secured debentures, commercial notes and sustainability-linked senior notes.
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Cescon assisted CPFL Piratininga with multiple debenture issuances totalling BRL8.5 billion.
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We chose Cescon for their deep expertise and strong relationship. We trust their technical excellence, diligence and understanding of our business. Outstanding service and senior team.
Cescon's team provided confident responses and demonstrated deep knowledge of the industry to identify the best alternatives during the offerings. Their skilled team is always available.
Cescon combines top-tier professionals with unmatched market synergy, delivering clear and informed guidance. Their team stay updated and pursue flawless legal practice and technical excellence.
Cescon's engaged partners lead every stage, backed by a multidisciplinary team that delivers creative solutions. Their availability ensures top-tier advice and a standout client experience.
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Alexandre Gossn Barreto is well regarded for his broad capital markets practice. He is widely experienced covering debt transactions, including sustainable and blue debenture.
Alexandre is consistently available and demonstrates a strong understanding of both the market and the applicable legislation.
Alexandre Barreto is highly collaborative and consistently solution-oriented.
Alexandre has built a strong reputation across the industry.
Partner Mariana Borges is often seen handling high-valued non-convertible debentures, the issuance of commercial notes and CRAs.
Mariana elevates the firm's practice by combining a sharp mind with years of experience. She brings simple solutions to complex problems and is also unafraid to guide her clients toward the best path.
Mariana Borges possesses deep knowledge of the Brazilian capital markets industry and communicates with clarity and professionalism, bringing agile and effective solutions to negotiations.
Mariana brings a vital ability to foster consensus during negotiations. Her experience and expertise consistently inspire confidence.
Mariana is technically impeccable and widely recognised in the market, and always delivers high-quality work.
Marcelo Moura comes highly recommended by clients for his skilled handling of debenture and CRA issuances.
Marcelo is our go-to lawyer. He is proactive, always available and has profound knowledge.
Marcelo inspires confidence and clearly demonstrates deep expertise. He is highly available and engaged, communicates effectively and approaches sensitive matters with thoughtfulness.
Marcelo showed a technical and precise performance throughout the project, and was always willing to discuss any details.
Marcelo has a problem-solving mindset and is able to handle complex and sensitive demands.
Capital Markets: Debt
Capital Markets: Debt
Capital Markets: Debt
Provided by Cescon, Barrieu, Flesch & Barreto Advogados
Eduardo Abrantes
Mauricio Teixeira dos Santos
Frederico Viana Rodrigues
Lucas Padilha
Marcelo Moura
Joaquim Oliveira
Head of Department
Dimitrios C. Constantelos
Ravel T. Carvalho
Mariana Borges
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