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About

Provided by Mattos Filho

Our renowned expertise and multidisciplinary approach support investors, creditors and debtors in complex restructuring and insolvency cases.


Serving investors, financial institutions, funds and large companies, our team of partners and lawyers is renowned for its excellence in handling complex cases involving financial restructuring, judicial and out-of-court reorganizations, and bankruptcy. We work together with other practices in order to provide highly specialized legal services that meet the specific needs of each client.


Our main services


  • Investments in distressed assets and debt
  • Creditor representation
  • Strategic assistance to debtors

Chambers Review

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Brazil

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Mattos Filho has a respected practice group regularly representing creditors in sophisticated bankruptcy and restructuring mandates. The team is well equipped to assist with judicial restructuring, M&A of distressed assets and debt restructuring proceedings. It's experienced acting as counsel to players from the aviation and construction industries as well as important finance institutions. It's additionally sought after to handle sector-related arbitration and out-of-court restructuring.

Work Highlights

Provided by Mattos Filho

  • Mattos Filho represented BTG Pactual in the 123 Milhas’ judicial reorganisation with a matter value of BRL2.3 billion.

Strengths

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Having many outstanding partners in litigation, they are able to quickly respond and present high-quality work.

Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondent
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Mattos Filho's proactive team maintains a strong relationship with their clients, ensuring their needs and concerns are addressed. They know how to communicate complex ideas and solutions clearly.

Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondent
Brazil

Mattos Filho's team has in-depth knowledge regarding the topics that were discussed throughout the year. The level of service is flawless.

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Notable Practitioners

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Alex Hatanaka
4
Alex Hatanaka
4
Band 4

Seasoned partner Alex Hatanaka is often retained to assist creditors with judicial restructuring matters, including cross-border mandates. He is also sought after to advise on debt restructuring, DIP loans and sector-related litigation. His client roster includes major corporations from the aviation industry and financial institutions. Hatanaka offers additional capabilities handling liquidation proceedings.

Seasoned lawyer in this field, Alex is our go-to partner for litigation.

Alex is a highly dedicated litigation lawyer with extensive knowledge of the financial industry. He is very detail-oriented and approaches each case with strategic thinking.

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Marcelo Sampaio Góes Ricupero
4
Marcelo Sampaio Góes Ricupero
4
Band 4

Marcelo Sampaio Góes Ricupero is experienced in assisting with a broad range of mandates including DIP loans, debt restructuring and M&A regarding distressed assets. He is also equipped to handle judicial restructuring, representing both creditors and debtors.

Marcelo Ricupero is a hard-working lawyer who has an extensive track record, and is tranquil when dealing with complex situations.

Highly active in the market, Marcelo enjoys a good reputation in this field.

Marcelo is very perceptive and able to see the many sides of a strategy, truly helping his clients to choose the best path.

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Frederico Kerr Bullamah
5
Frederico Kerr Bullamah
5
Band 5

Frederico Kerr Bullamah is regarded for his distinguished expertise. He is well equipped to deal with sophisticated matters, including DIP loans and both judicial and out-of-court restructuring. Particularly noted for representing clients from the finance sector.

Frederico has extensive experience and stands out for his skills, technical quality and constructive approach in negotiations and structuring of operations.

Frederico is an well-rounded partner who leads a great team and is always available.

Frederico has in-depth technical and practical knowledge. He always brings us relevant considerations and insights on the best way to get transactions off the ground.

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Mattos Filho

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Alex Hatanaka
4
Alex Hatanaka
4
Band 4
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Marcelo Sampaio Góes Ricupero
4
Marcelo Sampaio Góes Ricupero
4
Band 4
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Frederico Kerr Bullamah
5
Frederico Kerr Bullamah
5
Band 5
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