About

Provided by Machado Meyer

Since its foundation, Machado Meyer has been a pioneer and leader in structuring capital markets transactions in Brazil and abroad. Our professionals have participated in several of the most important, innovative, and complex transactions in the country.

Recognized for the direct, close, and daily involvement of its partners in each transaction, Machado Meyer's capital markets practice is highly specialized. With a team made up of professionals with extensive and recognized experience, our practice covers transactions in Brazil and abroad, offering a one-stop-shop for:

  • Initial Public Offers (IPOs) and Follow-on Public Offers (FPOs) of shares, debt, fund units, and other securities that are convertible or not into shares;
  • representation of issuers in regulated processes in accordance with the initiatives approved under the CVM's regulatory sandbox;
  • takeover bids;
  • securitization and incentivized securities;
  • private placements;
  • investment funds of all different types and structures;
  • solutions in project financing and acquisitions through market operations;
  • M&As of listed companies; and
  • Corporate reorganizations.

Chambers Review

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Capital Markets: Equity - Brazil

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Machado Meyer is an highly esteemed full-service firm with a strong capital markets practice handling both debt and equity mandates. It is equally comfortable providing counsel to domestic and multinational underwriters, as well as corporate issuers. It frequently advises on domestic and cross-border listings of debt securities, including high-value offerings of senior and subordinated notes, bonds and infrastructure debentures. Its lawyers also assist with follow-on offerings of shares in Brazilian companies, as well as tender offers. 

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Gustavo Rugani do Couto e Silva
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Gustavo Rugani do Couto e Silva
2
Band 2

Gustavo Rugani do Couto e Silva holds a strong track record in the capital markets practice, acting on a variety of mandates, particularly handling sophisticated debenture issuances and cross-border follow on, CRI & CRA.

Gustavo Rugani offers outstanding client service. He instills confidence for his technical skill and sees not only legal aspects but also governance aspects.

Alessandra de Souza Pinto
5
Alessandra de Souza Pinto
5
Band 5

Alessandra de Souza Pinto joins the equity rankings afer being praised for her adept handling of sophisticated IPOs.

Alessandra is an important player in the field with regards to equity.

Alessandra is a technical professional that provides excellent services.

Guilherme Azevedo
U
Guilherme Azevedo
U
Up and Coming

Up-and-coming Guilherme Azevedo is experienced handling the issuance of shares.

Guilherme Azevedo combines commercial vision and technical skill.

Guilherme Azevedo is a dedicated professional.

Gustavo Secaf Rebello
U
Gustavo Secaf Rebello
U
Up and Coming

Up-and-coming lawyer Gustavo Secaf Rebello is able to advise clients on equity and debt transactions.

Gustavo advises us on various aspects of corporate law and we deeply trust him for equity transactions, mergers and acquisitions and debt. We feel at ease having him on board.

Ranked Lawyers at
Machado Meyer

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Brazil

Capital Markets: Debt

Gustavo Rugani do Couto e Silva
2
Gustavo Rugani do Couto e Silva
2
Band 2
Gustavo Secaf Rebello
U
Gustavo Secaf Rebello
U
Up and Coming
Capital Markets: Equity

Gustavo Rugani do Couto e Silva
2
Gustavo Rugani do Couto e Silva
2
Band 2
Alessandra de Souza Pinto
5
Alessandra de Souza Pinto
5
Band 5
Guilherme Azevedo
U
Guilherme Azevedo
U
Up and Coming
Gustavo Secaf Rebello
U
Gustavo Secaf Rebello
U
Up and Coming