Department profile
Lefosse Advogados

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining

Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil


Lefosse Advogados

Rankings

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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining - Brazil

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Lefosse comes commended by important clients in the mining field for its handling of transactional matters in the mining scope. The firm has become a popular choice for clients looking for representation in M&A, acquisition of assets, litigation and due diligence work for acquisition of mining assets, as well as consulting.

Work Highlights

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  • Lefosse advised MMG Limited on an agreement to acquire Anglo American’s

    nickel business in Brazil, which encompasses two operational nickel plants.

Strengths

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  • The team stands out for its thorough analysis, strong communication and commercial mindset. Lefosse goes beyond pure legal work, acting as trusted advisers and facilitating connections with industry stakeholders. Their pragmatic approach and ability to contextualise risks make them a valuable partner in complex transactions.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil
  • The firm combines deep legal knowledge with a well-rounded, one-stop-shop approach and a strong client-focused mindset. Lefosse's team is proactive and very close to the client, which gives a real sense of security. The team is highly responsive with a strong understanding of our business.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil
  • Lefosse delivered above industry standards in terms of speed and efficiency. The service was exceptional, with an impressive turnaround time and a team that exceeded expectations, showing a clear understanding of our needs.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Christiano Rehder
    Band 4Christiano Rehder

    Christiano Rehder

    Christiano Rehder is a trusted adviser to national and international clients on transactional mining matters, including M&A, mining asset acquisitions and capital markets work.

    • Christiano is pro-business and client-oriented. He makes a concerted effort to understand and engage with the mining ecosystem.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil
    • Christiano Rehder brought extremely sophisticated M&A and project finance solutions to address complex regulatory challenges in the transaction. This combination of experience and deep industry regulatory knowledge is truly unique and delivers enormous value.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil
    • Rehder is technically excellent and a commercially savvy dealmaker, with excellent knowledge and strong connections in the Brazilian market and the M&S sector.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil

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