Global Guide 2026 : Brazil
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Madrona Advogados was already born to be strong in M&A, given our partners' expertise in this practice area. Eight of the 27 partners in our firm work in this practice, which shows the appreciation of our work in this area. One of our firm's characteristics and of our professionals' work is that we guarantee the level of quality in all we do, with attention to detail and in constant evolution. We represent national and foreign clients in the purchase and sale of assets and companies, including publicly traded companies. We participate in all stages of the deal, from modeling the transaction, conducting due diligence process and leading contract negotiation. Equity capital markets, corporate and contract matters are also relevant parts of our practice.
Within the last year, the team has been involved in cases of great relevance for its markets. One of our highlights was the deals we conducted for Vale S.A., the signed a binding sales agreement for J&F Mineração Ltda. Another highlight was advising Hermes and Pardini on the merger of their businesses and shareholder bases with Fleury SA, two of the most prestigious test laboratories in the country. Our M&A clients include major companies such as Vale, Hermes Pardini, UOL, Los Grandes, Oswaldo Cruz Química, Grupo Elizabeth, Arklok, Hapvida.
As a result of the department’s growth, Roberto Pary joined the partner team in September 2022 to bring his range experience in M&A, Private Equity, Contracts anda Corporate.
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Madrona Advogados is frequently retained by corporations from the pharmaceutical, agribusiness, food and technology sectors. The firm has experience advising on mid-market deals but is also equipped to assist with high-end mandates, including the acquisition of majority and minority stakes. It also handles foreign investment deals, reorganisations and governance structuring.
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Madrona advised Atom Empreendimentos e Participações on a mandate involving transfer of control, regulatory issues and corporate restructuring.
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Madrona provides excellent service with the speed required for the type of matters we have. It's always been our first choice, also due to its knowledge of our business.
Madrona's professionals are very skilled and available 24/7. They are agile in finding solutions and they are experienced. We have a sense of security when we hire them.
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Ricardo Madrona is recognised for his strong capabilities advising major clients on transactional mandates, including the acquisition of controlling stakes and capital shares.
Ricardo Madrona is one of the best lawyers I have worked with for corporate, contracts and M&A transactions.
Ricardo Madrona is an excellent lawyer, with extensive experience, business acumen, high technical skills, and a thorough understanding of his areas of expertise.
Danilo Mininel demonstrates solid involvement in the field, representing clients in significant transactions. He receives recognition from clients who endorse his technical skills, creativity and commercial awareness.
Danilo Mininel was essential in our matter. He was the one who was hands-on supporting us.
Corporate/M&A
Corporate/M&A
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Nair Veras Saldanha
Milena Mazzini
Luciana Felisbino
José Senedesi
Ricardo Madrona
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