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Demarest Advogados

Agribusiness

Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil

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Demarest Advogados

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Provided by Demarest Advogados

We understand the business, government regulation, public relations, science, and markets in the agriculture industry and advise clients on their business needs. Our multidisciplinary team provides legal counsel and representation to a full spectrum of production and processing ventures in a variety of agricultural commodities, grain, livestock, farming, and forest industries. We also stay on top of emerging issues of biotechnology, food safety, state, and federal regulations and biofuels.

Our distinctive agribusiness strengths also cover a full range of agribusiness activities, including input supply, processing, value-added manufacturing, wholesale distribution, import/export, regulatory compliance, agri-finance in the financial and capital markets and the treatment of tangible bills of lading and warehouse receipts, both negotiable and non-negotiable, as well as electronic bills of lading and warehouse receipts. We know the legal, business and practical issues related to food and agriculture and our agribusiness related services also include overall contracting, cooperatives, litigation, real estate, labeling, marketing, and food safety.

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Agribusiness - Brazil

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Demarest Advogados is a multidisciplinary law firm with an agribusiness department handling a wide range of complex mandates. Highly sought after by major players from the energy, timberland investment and food processing industries to assist with sector-related M&A, IPOs and corporate reorganisations. The team boasts additional capability advising on the structuring of capital markets operations, especially those related to securitisation instruments through Agribusiness Receivables Certificates. Demarest's agribusiness practice is based in the firm's São Paulo headquarters, and it also benefits from its full-service capabilities in Brasília.

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Work Highlights

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  • Demarest Advogados advised Alpha Wave Global on a BRL1.85 billion investment to acquire a 12.5% stake in Advanta Enterprises Limited.

Strengths

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  • The Demarest team understands agribusiness market practice and translates complex legal issues into workable solutions that support deal execution.

    Agribusiness respondentBrazil

  • Demarest Advogados is set apart by the high degree of specialisation of its partners and the team’s technical command. The law firm understands business needs and offers practical solutions aligned with the company’s reality.

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  • They are a sizeable and skilled team, with broad business understanding. Demarest is committed to client service and effective in resolving complex and sophisticated demands.

    Agribusiness respondentBrazil

  • The team is well prepared and up to date, offering tailored service with credibility and strategic perspective. Demarest brings legal skill and a practical understanding of clients’ priorities.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • José Diaz
    José Diaz

    José Diaz

    José Diaz is a longstanding practitioner in the agribusiness and timberland investment sectors. He is frequently sought out by clients for his adept handling of sophisticated merger and acquisition deals.

    • José Diaz's experience, strategic vision and adaptability bring security to the decision-making process and add real value to the business.

      Agribusiness respondentBrazil

    • José Diaz delivers excellent work on our matters and is a natural leader.

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  • Thiago Giantomassi
    Thiago Giantomassi

    Thiago Giantomassi

    Respected partner Thiago Giantomassi is frequently seen representing clients from the banking and finance sectors. He is well regarded for his expertise in structuring sophisticated capital markets and finance operations, such as the issuance of Agribusiness Receivables Certificates.

    • Thiago has a clear understanding of our business and aligns his legal advice with transaction objectives and practical constraints. He brings technical depth, market insight and real value to transactions.

      Agribusiness respondentBrazil

    • Thiago Giantomassi is an excellent agribusiness lawyer with a commercially minded approach.

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  • Bruna Pacheco
    Bruna Pacheco

    Bruna Pacheco

    Bruna Pacheco has experience advising on capital markets and strategic transactions in the agribusiness sector.

    • Bruna Pacheco is helpful and approachable, explaining complex legal topics with clarity. She understands the company’s needs and objectives and provides legal solutions tailored to the business.

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    • She is our main point of contact for agribusiness matters. Bruna is easy to reach, open to exchanging ideas and has a proactive, capable working style.

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