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Corporate/M&A (International Firms) - Brazil
What the Team is Known For
Hogan Lovells is praised by market commentators on their work advising clients on M&A mandates, which include tasks such as negotiation of agreements and regulatory topics in relation to cross-border transactions. The firm is also well versed in corporate governance, and its clients are often active in the technology, healthcare and finance sectors. The team is based in São Paulo, New York and Washington.
Strengths
Hogan Lovells' commercial awareness in corporate and M&A is top tier. Their team is well sized and assists our company efficiently.
Hogan Lovells' team is highly competent, makes use of cutting-edge technology and excels in client service. Having an experienced Brazilian partner within an international firm is a distinctive asset.
We have a very close partnership with them, and the results have been highly satisfactory. Their client service and availability, as well as the speed of their responses, are particularly positive.
Work Highlights
Hogan Lovells advised HDI/Talanx on its acquisition of Liberty Mutual’s operations in Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Ecuador, totalling USD1.48 billion.
Notable practitioners
Isabel Costa Carvalho is an experienced practitioner who is frequently seen advising clients on cross-border M&A matters. Isabel, head of their M&A department, is also well equipped to provide guidance on capital markets issues.
Isabel Costa Carvalho is highly knowledgeable, assertive and objective in our meetings. She performs super well and is very calm, even when dealing with strategic or sensitive issues.
Isabel has been around for a long time and is well connected in the market. She handles M&A and capital market deals.
Isabel is a well-rounded professional. In addition to having worked for many years in the international market on highly complex matters, she also leads their Brazilian office.