Global Guide 2026 : Brazil
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Machado Meyer
We have participated in the largest merger and acquisitions and financing of mining projects in Brazil in the last ten years, which puts us in a strong position to advise both mining companies and their partners on structuring integrated projects to implement new investments efficiently.
We also specialize in advising on the drafting and negotiation of sophisticated financial, commercial, and corporate contracts and arrangements concluded between these companies and stockholders, banks, customers, and suppliers, as well as on restructuring transactions, crisis management, and potential conflicts.
In structuring and modeling greenfield projects, restructuring brownfield operations or implementing M&A transactions, we understand well the concerns of stockholders, buyers and investors, and regulatory restrictions. Such knowledge helps us to seek innovative solutions, regardless of the phase of the project, capable of balancing the interest of the parties involved and mitigating risks to enable new business.
Provided by Chambers
Machado Meyer has carved out a respected practice in the mining sector due to its activity advising clients on a range of matters including transactional issues, such as M&A and finance deals. The firm is also endowed with the capability to act on regulatory matters, as well as on litigation. Additional skills include crisis management, environmental advice and real estate and tax capabilities.
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Machado Meyer assisted Kymera International with the acquisition of Fiven.
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Machado Meyer is our go-to law firm in Brazil, and we are very happy with the service. Addressing complex legal issues is clearly in the firm’s DNA. We know they will do their best for us.
I highlight Machado Meyer's high experience and depth in the topics, including technical aspects. Their ability to build client loyalty is also a positive point of the firm.
A fantastic hard-working team, Machado Meyer is always attentive to clients' needs and creative in finding solutions. It has a deep understanding of the mining industry.
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Liliam Fernanda Yoshikawa is a partner who regularly draws on her expertise in mining matters to assist clients with regulatory and contractual mandates.
Liliam knows the market and the clients' needs. She's my go-to lawyer for mining matters.
Liliam Yoshikawa is one of the best M&A/JV lawyers I have ever worked with in a transaction. Apart from her strong legal technical skills, her commercial acumen is unique.
Liliam is technically very solid.
She is an extremely well-equipped professional, with communication and technical skills far above average. Liliam's performance was crucial for the successful conclusion of our case.
Pedro Henrique Jardim's mining practice encompasses regulatory and transactional matters. He frequently assists clients with investment in and acquisition of mining assets and is experienced in matters with cross-border elements.
Pedro has extensive experience in the mining area and strong negotiation skills.
Pedro Henrique Jardim is our go-to lawyer in Brazil. I feel fortunate to have him.
Pedro Henrique is simply outstanding in every way.
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining
Provided by Machado Meyer
Pedro Henrique Jardim
View profile of Pedro Henrique JardimLiliam Fernanda Yoshikawa
View profile of Liliam Fernanda YoshikawaBrazil 2026
Practice area: Energy & Natural Resources: Mining
Location: Brazil
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