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The firm has a strong practice in corporate and commercial law, advising domestic and international clients on a broad range of corporate matters, including corporate governance, commercial agreements, company incorporation, corporate restructuring, and day-to-day corporate affairs.
The team has extensive experience in complex domestic and cross-border transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, shareholders’ agreements, and strategic investments. The firm regularly assists clients throughout all stages of corporate transactions, from legal due diligence and structuring to negotiation and implementation.
The practice serves clients from diverse industries, including healthcare, retail, technology, finance, energy, infrastructure, and real estate, providing comprehensive legal support tailored to each client’s business objectives.
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Chediak Advogados is a well-known Rio de Janeiro-based firm with a strong focus on corporate law. The team assists clients with sophisticated transactions, corporate governance, capital markets and regulatory matters.
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Chediak Advogados advised State Grid Brazil Holding on the acquisition of Mantiqueira, the owner of a transmission concession in Brazil, spanning more than 1,200km.
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Chediak Advogados stands out for the seniority of its professionals, accessibility, know-how and creativity.
The service is top-notch, with consistent quality in deliverables and strong attention to detail. Chediak’s team demonstrates a high level of commitment, maintaining constant availability and responsiveness, even under pressure. Their proactive and helpful approach is a clear differentiator, anticipating demands and supporting efficient decision-making. Overall, they are a reliable, efficient and solution-oriented team.
Chediak Advogados’ team demonstrates a strong ability to listen, interpret and translate business issues into legal solutions and to bridge legal analysis back into practical business terms.
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Partner Julian Fonseca Peña Chediak is appreciated by market sources as a remarkable name in Rio de Janeiro's corporate field handling issuance of shares, acquisitions and drafting of commercial contracts.
Julian Chediak is my point of reference.
Julian Chediak is one of the most well-rounded professionals I've interacted with in this field in recent years.
Julian Chediak provides impeccable service and is highly dedicated.
Caio Machado Filho is recognised for his corporate and finance expertise, advising on shareholders’ agreements, corporate quota sales and non-transactional matters.
Caio Machado Filho is highly competent and good at building relationships with clients.
Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro
Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro
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Caio Machado Filho
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