Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil
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We combine regulatory knowledge and understanding of clients’ business models to deliver customized, efficient, and innovative solutions. Our work covers legal-regulatory consulting, transactions and complex operations in the Free Contracting Environment (ACL) and Regulated Environment (ACR), advisory and participation in generation and transmission auctions, and issuance of legal opinions.
We also have a strong presence in specialized energy regulatory disputes, representing companies in the sector both in the administrative sphere (MME, ANEEL, EPE, ONS, and CCEE) and in judicial and arbitral proceedings.
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Lefosse Advogados' strong energy practice group offers experience in a variety of power-related matters. It has noteworthy expertise in the negotiation of complex power purchase agreements, administrative proceedings and contractual issues. The firm advises significant domestic and international energy operators, also assisting with the privatisation process.
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Lefosse advised Chlorum Solutions on the structuring of a renewable energy self-production project through a consortium with two solar power plants operated by Atlas.
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Lefosse demonstrates extensive and in-depth knowledge of the energy sector. The team stands out for its agility, efficiency, quick responses and assertiveness.
Lawyers at Lefosse bring strong legal knowledge, technical understanding and experience from real-world cases.
Lefosse Advogados is a highly regarded firm in the electricity sector, with recognised expertise and very competent lawyers. The law firm has a top-tier team with recognised expertise in both advisory and contentious matters in the sector.
Lefosse combines exceptional technical and regulatory knowledge with a strong understanding of how the market works, bringing additional elements to negotiations. The team is highly prepared and always up to date with industry developments.
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Raphael Gomes brings notable expertise across power-sector mandates, advising on complex disputes, regulatory issues and sophisticated energy transactions.
Raphael Gomes was with us on several matters, presenting suggestions and developing legal arguments. He is one of the leading names in the energy sector.
One of the best lawyers in the energy sector in Brazil. Raphael Gomes is highly agile, even when dealing with complex matters and has outstanding capabilities.
Raphael Gomes is undoubtedly one of the leading experts in providing legal services for the energy sector in Brazil.
Raphael is a professional who exceeds expectations, always available, technical, proactive, with innovative solutions and industry knowledge that few possess.
Raphael is, for me, an authority in energy regulation in the country. In addition to his profound technical knowledge, he demonstrates an excellent level of client service.
Pedro Dante is an active practitioner in the energy sector who is regularly retained to support important clients on complex contractual and corporate matters, as well as regulatory work.
Pedro Dante demonstrates strong commercial acumen, seeking balanced solutions to conflicts in negotiations.
Pedro Dante is highly skilled, approachable, always open to innovation and committed to building strong partnerships with clients.
An excellent lawyer, our main day-to-day business partner. We truly consider Pedro Dante to be a lawyer with a thorough understanding of our business and its opportunities. We practically treat Dante as an extension of our legal team.
Bruno Crispim is a go-to practitioner in regulatory power matters and related litigation and arbitration.
Bruno Crispim is an excellent lawyer, extremely helpful, attentive and competent, with a high level of dedication and technical expertise. He is highly equipped to work in the energy sector, providing excellent service to the most diverse demands of the industry.
Outstanding. Bruno Crispim is very competent and fast at writing. He quickly understands issues, is pleasant to deal with and has good flow of work.
Bruno Crispim is always available, consistently demonstrating a high level of responsiveness and transparency regarding options and outcomes.
Renato Edelstein is a power counsel who offers experience in regulatory matters, as well as contentious mandates within the sector.
Renato is a brilliant lawyer.
Renato Edelstein is an excellent professional, always proactive and quick to respond.
Renato Edelstein is an approachable and technically strong professional, always willing to build strong partnerships with clients and able to deliver projects with speed.
Roberta Arakaki is an active associate in this field, with special focus on assisting clients in structuring energy projects.
Roberta Arakaki is very strong technically; one of the best I have worked with this year. She is excellent in energy regulatory matters. A real machine. I would have her on my team.
I met Roberta Arakaki this year and was absolutely surprised and delighted by the excellence of her service. She has a great deal of technical knowledge and a genuine dedication to the client. I have nothing but praise for Roberta, a spectacular professional.
Roberta Arakaki stood out remarkably throughout the year, demonstrating the profile of a "rising star" in the legal field. She combines excellent technical skills, a strong commitment to results, and clear and precise communication, even on complex issues.
Energy & Natural Resources: Power
Energy & Natural Resources: Power
Energy & Natural Resources: Power
Energy & Natural Resources: Power
Energy & Natural Resources: Power
Provided by Lefosse Advogados
Raphael Gomes
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Practice area: Energy & Natural Resources: Power
Location: Brazil
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