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Demarest Advogados

Project Development

Global Guide 2026 : Brazil


Demarest Advogados

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About

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Aware of the strategic importance of this segment for the sustainable development of the country, Demarest’s Infrastructure department works on heavy engineering projects, such as transportation and logistics (airports, ports, freeways, waterways, railways, urban mobility), sanitation, energy, etc.

We offer our clients updated and structured solutions, as well as assist them in identifying and mitigating the risks involved in all steps of the development cycle and business implementation. We also provide the following services:

  • Advice on and negotiation of bids, public procurement contracts, permits, authorizations, concessions and Public-Private Partnerships (PPP);
  • Assistance in the structuring and negotiation of projects on power generation, transmission and distribution;
  • Assistance in all regulatory aspects involving infrastructure.

Together with other Demarest’s specialized areas, the Infrastructure department fully meets our clients needs in all legal aspects of their projects (bidding, administrative, contract, commercial, banking, finance, corporate, tax, labor and employment, environmental, land administration, real estate and other matters.​

Industries (9)

  • Banks
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Government
  • Health Care
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Insurance
  • Mining & Metals
  • Transportation

Chambers Review

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Project Development - Brazil

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

Demarest Advogados is a full-service firm that packs a noteworthy department mainly involved in infrastructure-related project finance and project developments deals. It is equipped to assist with the transportation, energy and logistic sectors, and benefits from its experience representing both domestic and foreign clients. Additional capabilities include acting on PPPs and the corporate and regulatory structuring aspects of a project.

Work Highlights

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  • Demarest Advogados advised Suzano on its BRL5.9 billion public debenture issuance. The firm provided legal support for structuring and documentation.

Strengths

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  • Demarest's team's responsiveness and observance of deadlines are outstanding.

    Project Development respondentGlobal
  • Demarest Advogados' deep understanding of the regulatory landscape and responsiveness throughout the process were key to the successful and smooth completion of the deal.

    Project Development respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Marina Ferraz Aidar
    Band 3Marina Ferraz Aidar

    Marina Ferraz Aidar

    Marina Ferraz Aidar garners praise for her expertise in the provision of regulatory advice and the issuance of infrastructure debentures and promissory notes.
    • Marina Ferraz Aidar provided strong and effective leadership throughout the transaction. She ensured smooth coordination and clear communication across all stakeholders.

      Project Development respondentGlobal
    • Marina is a helpful lawyer with good commercial vision and deep knowledge of the fields she works in.

      Project Development respondentGlobal
  • Band 4Bruno Francisco Cabral Aurélio
    Band 4Bruno Francisco Cabral Aurélio

    Bruno Francisco Cabral Aurélio

    Bruno Francisco Cabral Aurélio has in-depth knowledge of project funding, debenture issuances and bridge loans. He also offers notable expertise in project development, especially in public bids.

    • Bruno is the most pro-business lawyer in the field of projects.

      Project Development respondentGlobal
    • Bruno Francisco Cabral Aurelio's level of knowledge and accurate assessment of issues put us at ease.

      Project Development respondentGlobal

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