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Demarest Advogados

Banking & Finance: Regulatory

Brazil Guide 2025 : Brazil

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Provided by Demarest Advogados

Our banking lawyers represent investment banks and other financial institutions in their capacities as agents, arrangers, and lenders, as well as corporate borrowers and private equity firms, in structuring and executing the most complex financings across industries and around the globe.

We advise on all types of debt transactions originating in Brazil with a foreign law component and transactions originating abroad subject to Brazilian law or with a Brazilian component. 

Our banking and finance team work closely with our tax and corporate practices to provide seamless and timely legal advice that meets clients’ business needs.

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Banking & Finance: Regulatory - Brazil

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Demarest Advogados is well equipped to represent borrowers and lenders in financial transactions. The law firm regularly undertakes syndicated loans, cross-border export prepayment finance and debt restructuring mandates. Its clientele comprises significant financial institutions, as well as players from the energy and technology industries. Other typical services provided by the team include project finance and the negotiation of guarantee agreements.

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Work Highlights

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  • Demarest advised the Brazilian company Cencosud Brasil Comercial S.A. (Cencosud) on the structuring of a new credit card programme, maintained in partnership with a large bank.

Strengths

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  • Demarest Advogados consistently meets our needs with speed, availability and deep expertise.

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  • Demarest Advogados combines deep sector knowledge, transparency and strong client alignment.

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  • Demarest is an extremely reliable partner and always finds solutions that don’t expose us to risks. Their proactivity makes a real difference.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Fabio de Almeida Braga
    Fabio de Almeida Braga

    Fabio de Almeida Braga

    Fabio de Almeida Braga has amassed experience in banking regulatory issues handling matters such as payment services. He is also able to assist clients with transactional issues, including syndicated loans.

    • Fabio de Almeida Braga is my go-to lawyer when the task calls for sophistication. He blends technical expertise with commercial awareness, delivering safe, high-quality solutions.

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    • Fabio de Almeida Braga’s outstanding commitment and dedication give us confidence that we are receiving top-tier service.

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    • Highly articulate and commercially aware, Fabio de Almeida Braga brings clarity to complex deals. He is always proactive, reliable and ready to engage.

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  • Marcus Fonseca
    Marcus Fonseca

    Marcus Fonseca

    Marcus Fonseca secures a position in the banking and finance rankings thanks to his work on regulatory matters. He also advises clients on project financing matters.

    • Marcus Fonseca delivered outstanding legal support. His approach brought clarity and confidence to the matter.

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