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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

Banking & Finance (International Firms)

Global Guide 2026 : Brazil


Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

Rankings

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Banking & Finance (International Firms) - Brazil

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Davis Polk & Wardwell is an established law firm with a strong presence in the Brazilian banking and finance sector. Highly regarded by the market for its distinguished activity representing clients on complex acquisition and trade finance mandates, the firm is also lauded for its effective advice on big-ticket restructuring proceedings.

Work Highlights

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  • Davis Polk advised Afya on a sustainability-linked loan with the IFC, which was the IFC’s first-ever sustainability-linked loan based on social targets in the education sector globally.

Strengths

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  • Davis Polk's team is highly technical, consistently delivering complete, ready-to-implement solutions. They operate on another level; truly one of the best firms to work with.

    Banking & Finance (International Firms) respondentGlobal
  • They are extremely helpful and consistently provide strong support. Davis Polk & Wardwell's technical knowledge is solid and reliable.

    Banking & Finance (International Firms) respondentGlobal
  • Davis Polk is outstanding in every way.

    Banking & Finance (International Firms) respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Manuel Garciadiaz
    Band 2Manuel Garciadiaz

    Manuel Garciadiaz

    Manuel Garciadiaz is held in high regard by the market for his solid track record advising important clients in Brazil. He is particularly admired for his strong practice dealing with complex matters, including sophisticated restructuring proceedings.

    • Manuel is a brilliant lawyer.

      Banking & Finance (International Firms) respondentGlobal
    • Manuel Garciadiaz is a really good lawyer. I appreciate the way he consistently maintains such a high standard.

      Banking & Finance (International Firms) respondentGlobal
  • Band 3James Vickers
    Band 3James Vickers

    James Vickers

    James Vickers is a respected practitioner, well regarded by clients and peers for his solid involvement in banking and finance matters in the Brazilian market.

    • James Vickers is our go-to partner. Incredibly well rounded and commercially minded, he is someone we trust 100%. He’s always available, highly accessible and inspires full confidence.

      Banking & Finance (International Firms) respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (2)

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