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Mattos Filho

Banking & Finance: Regulatory

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Mattos Filho

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About

Provided by Mattos Filho

Our team applies its multidisciplinary approach and technical expertise to provide financial market participants with top-tier regulatory advice.

We consult on a wide range of services concerning financial institutions and other entities supervised by the Central Bank of Brazil and the Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM).

Our professionals are highly experienced and possess in-depth knowledge of the rules and practices of the financial, payments and capital markets sector. They also take a multidisciplinary approach to the services they provide, collaborating and combining the professional expertise of other practices at our firm.

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Banking & Finance: Regulatory - Brazil

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Mattos Filho's banking practice is seasoned in sophisticated and multi-jurisdictional transactions. The law firm has earned a strong reputation for its ability in handling syndicated loans, project finance and export pre-payment mandates on behalf of both lenders and borrowers. It has a growing presence in the banking regulatory scene, furnishing advice on the structuring of new banking products as well as the constitution of financial institutions and registration with relevant authorities.

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Work Highlights

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  • Mattos Filho advised Scotiabank and BBVA on the credit agreement entered into by and among Compañia Minera Ares S.A.C., Amarillo Mineração do Brasil Ltda, Hochschild Mining PLC, the administrative agent, Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A. New York Branch, the Bank of Nova Scotia and BBVA Securities Inc.

Strengths

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  • Mattos Filho's team are highly qualified and enjoy a solid reputation in the market for their reliability, strategic insight and consistent delivery of legal services.

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  • Mattos Filho stands out for its broad and in-depth technical knowledge of regulatory issues, combined with a business and market vision that enables diverse and well-structured analysis.

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  • The banking and finance department at Mattos Filho stands out for its technical excellence and thorough regulatory insight into the financial market.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Frederico Kerr Bullamah
    Frederico Kerr Bullamah

    Frederico Kerr Bullamah

    Frederico Kerr Bullamah has a solid track record of banking transactions and the issuance of banking debenture financing, as well as cross-border experience in structuring and negotiating facilities agreements.

    • Frederico Kerr Bullamah is a remarkable professional. He offers business-oriented solutions that consistently reflect the company’s best interests.

      Banking & Finance: Regulatory respondentBrazil

    • High technical prowess, sophistication, negotiation skills and distinctive commercial and strategic vision, Frederico has experience and in-depth knowledge of the topics relevant to his practice.

      Banking & Finance: Regulatory respondentBrazil

    • Frederico Kerr Bullamah serves us very well; always accessible and available, he has exceptional technical knowledge as well as keen commercial and industry vision.

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    • Frederico is an excellent professional, highly technical, approachable and interested in solving problems beyond the legal issue.

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  • Marina Anselmo Schneider
    Marina Anselmo Schneider

    Marina Anselmo Schneider

    Marina Anselmo Schneider has a wealth of experience in structured finance and receivables securitisation. Banks, financial institutions and development agencies have relied on her advice.
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  • Larissa Arruy
    Larissa Arruy

    Larissa Arruy

    Larissa Arruy advises on regulatory matters involving the Central Bank of Brazil and the Securities and Exchange Commission, with a focus on financial services, payments and innovative business structures. She has experience in the financial market, including M&A and asset restructuring.

    • Larissa Arruy consistently provides solution-oriented legal support. She is attentive and accessible, with a clear understanding of client needs.

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    • Larissa has robust technical knowledge and is able to spot potential issues in our decisions, allowing us to anticipate and adjust accordingly.

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    • Larissa is attentive, accessible and demonstrates a strong understanding of our needs, delivering a general level of service that is both reliable and solution-oriented.

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