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CGM Advogados

Corporate/M&A

Brazil Guide 2025 : Brazil


CGM Advogados

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About

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Our M&A practice is characterized by multidisciplinary work aligned to our clients’ business objectives.

The practice is managed by partners who have been working together for more than 25 years, with a team of associates who have accompanied them throughout this trajectory. With this history, the team operates in a cohesive manner and with an established culture of client service and agility. As a result, we have built long-lasting relationships with our clients, who entrust our firm with the stream of their most complex transactions, as well as their day-to-day activities in the corporate area.

With deep knowledge in several industries and market segments, our goal is to understand the dynamics of the businesses involved in M&A and joint venture transactions, so that we can strategically put forward the best legal solutions.

By assisting international clients of all sizes for many years, we have acquired the ability to clarify the complexity of the Brazilian legal system in an effective manner, while respecting the cultural differences of doing business in Brazil and other markets. Likewise, we support Brazilian companies in internationalization processes, relying on close relationships with leading law firms in several jurisdictions.

Industries (15)

  • automotive
  • aerospace & defence
  • financial services
  • chemicals
  • entertainment
  • heavy industry
  • fintechs
  • retail
  • real estate
  • information technology
  • internet
  • pharmaceuticals
  • life sciences
  • commercial
  • professional services

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A - Brazil


What the Team is Known For

CGM Advogados is a skilled firm often handling corporate restructuring, investments and conducting sophisticated due diligence. It is sought after by an array of companies, including domestic and foreign players from the automotive, entertainment and food sectors. The team is well equipped to assist with corporate governance, shareholder and partnership agreements. Clients also benefit from the firm's experience acting on joint ventures.

Work Highlights

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  • CGM advised Richemont Group in the merger of Richemont do Brasil

    Distribuição into RLG do Brasil Varejo.

Strengths

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  • CGM always has the ability to provide immediate advice with teams specialised in various areas, making them a one-stop shop.

    Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
  • I can highlight CGM's attention to the client's needs, purposeful posture, good dialogue with counterparts and multidisciplinary approach. They are always available and with excellent advice.

    Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Adriano Chaves
    Band 3Adriano Chaves

    Adriano Chaves

    Adriano Chaves is regularly called upon by clients to assist with sophisticated mandates involving M&A transactions, corporate restructuring deals and shareholder agreements.

    • Adriano Chaves is a lawyer who combines technical skills with leadership.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
    • Adriano Chaves has deep knowledge of our activities and always presents a global and strategic vision to define the steps we have to follow.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
  • Up and ComingMarcia Issler Mandelbaum
    Up and ComingMarcia Issler Mandelbaum

    Marcia Issler Mandelbaum

    Up-and-coming partner Marcia Issler Mandelbaum is a practitioner who is well equipped to assist clients with M&A transactions and corporate reorganisations.

    • I have a positive impression of Marcia Mandelbaum. She is a great professional because she manages to inspire trust and security in her deliveries and recommendations.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
    • Marcia Issler Mandelbaum has a broad command of M&A matters and demonstrates special care in dealing with people, which is appreciated by clients.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil

Ranked Individuals at CGM Advogados (2)

Brazil

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