About

Provided by Demarest Advogados

The Oil & Gas area is formed by highly qualified professionals with an extensive national and international experience. Our team is able to assist our clients in each stage of the Oil & Gas industry.

Based in Rio de Janeiro, Demarest's Oil & Gas team works very close to our main clients and regulatory agency.

Among the activities of Demarest's Oil & Gas area, the following stand out:

  • Consulting services in all legal areas connected with the industry, especially corporate, contract, tax, environmental and, above all, regulatory matters;​P​articipation in bid rounds conducted by the National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP);
  • Assistance in the formation of consortium and preparation of typical agreements for the exploitation and production activities;
  • Representation of our clients before ANP and other Brazilians governmental entities;
  • Participation in transactions for acquisition of concessionaires, assignment of concession rights (farm-in/farm-out) and related contracts;
  • Assistance in the drafting of services and supply agreements in different stages of the Oil & Gas industry;
  • Structuring of financing and large engineering projects (“EPC”)

Chambers Review

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Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas - Brazil
4
Band 4
What the team is known for

Full-service firm Demarest Advogados regularly handles transactional matters such as M&A for E&P companies. It also advises on contractual matters, including service agreements. The team provides expert regulatory advice to its clients, as well as offering experience in bidding deals. Its capabilities span the upstream and midstream sectors.

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Notable Practitioners

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David Meiler
4
David Meiler
4
Band 4

David Meiler is a practitioner who is able to act on oil and gas matters such as those dealing with regulatory and contractual advice to clients, including licensing and government approvals.

"David is incredibly knowledgeable about the industry. His demeanour is perfect for getting through any tough negotiation."

"He works in a swift manner."

João Luis Ribeiro de Almeida
4
João Luis Ribeiro de Almeida
4
Band 4

João Luis Ribeiro de Almeida is adept at handling transactional and regulatory matters for oil and gas sector clients.

"He is an excellent professional. He is very skilled and is always available to deal with the client's needs."

"He is an excellent lawyer."

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Demarest Advogados

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Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas

David Meiler
4
David Meiler
4
Band 4
João Luis Ribeiro de Almeida
4
João Luis Ribeiro de Almeida
4
Band 4

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