Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas
Brazil Guide 2024 : Brazil
Band 3
Contact number
+55 21 3263 5480About
Provided by Lefosse Advogados
Our Oil and Gas practice was carefully developed to offer complete legal advice in all areas of the sector in Brazil and this allows us to be part of the panel of offices of the major companies in the sector. Our team is made up of highly specialized lawyers who combine extensive experience in offices, companies, and regulatory bodies, enabling a comprehensive understanding of the sector and the delivery of services tailored to our clients’ needs. In this way, we act as a one-stop shop for our clients with professionals dedicated to the sector.
Our services:
- Monitoring of legislative and regulatory changes;
- Advising on acquisition and sale processes of companies in the sector, as well as assets;
- Legal assistance in the development of projects in all industry segments;
- Preparation and negotiation of typical commercial and operation contracts for the industry;
- Assistance in bidding rounds for the award of concession contracts and production sharing, including the process of constitution, registration and qualification of companies, as well as the negotiation of contracts such as Area of Mutual Interest Agreement (AMI) and Joint Bidding Agreements (JBA);
- Representation in disputes, including arbitrations, legal proceedings and administrative proceedings before the ANP; and
- Tax assistance in the structuring of projects, import of goods, use of tax benefits and representation in tax proceedings.
Chambers Review
Lefosse Advogados joins the Oil & Gas rankings this year due to its work advising clients on transactional mandates, including M&A. The firm also handles contractual issues, including EPC, leasing and transportation agreements. Additional capabilities include representation in judicial and arbitration cases, as well as administrative proceedings before ANP.
Work Highlights
- Lefosse advised Origem Energiaon analysis of potential corporate structures for an underground natural gas storageproject. The firm also assisted with regulatory and contractual matters.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm is meticulous when dealing with complex issues, also in line with the company's strategies. The lawyers have experience in the most diverse topics, which is of great help."
"The firm has high knowledge, nevertheless goes beyond merely legal knowledge, also supporting with business strategy."
"The firm is meticulous when dealing with complex issues, also in line with the company's strategies. The lawyers have experience in the most diverse topics, which is of great help."
"The firm has high knowledge, nevertheless goes beyond merely legal knowledge, also supporting with business strategy."
Notable Practitioners
Felipe Tavares Boechem is a partner who has gathered experience in oil and gas mandates by assisting clients with corporate issues, including divestments and contractual matters.
"I think he is an excellent lawyer and has a lot of knowledge."
"He is always available and prioritizes clients, working with a business mindset in addition to excellent technical quality. He is didactic, practical and provides objective explanations."
Star Associate André Lemoshas the ability required to advise clients on M&A transactions in the oil and gas industry. He also can act on regulatory issues.
"He performs thorough review of complex contracts, mapping risks and proposals of mitigation actions."
"He is an exceptional lawyer, with extensive experience in the most varied oil issues, which always results in a broad view of the issues."
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Lefosse Advogados
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