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Mattos Filho

Energy & Natural Resources: Power

Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil

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Mattos Filho

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Our multidisciplinary team offers comprehensive advice to investors and companies in the sector.

We are the ideal partner for businesses that operate in the electricity sector. We combine our regulatory and transactional expertise to deliver standout legal solutions that help our clients’ operations run as efficiently as possible.

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Energy & Natural Resources: Power - Brazil

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Mattos Filho has a highly regarded practice offering broad expertise across the power sector. The firm remains a go-to adviser for both domestic and international clients seeking representation before ANEEL in administrative proceedings and bidding rounds. Its standing in the market is further supported by a strong transactional offering, with clients regularly instructing the team on M&A transactions and joint venture formations. Mattos Filho is also noted for its experience in negotiating power purchase agreements.

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Work Highlights

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  • Mattos Filho represented Companhia de Eletricidade do Amapá in an administrative proceeding regarding alleged service standard non-compliance before ANEEL, involving preparation of a preliminary defence and regulatory response.

Strengths

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  • I have worked with Mattos Filho before; it was a tier 1 experience - very good.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil

  • Mattos Filho acts strategically and in an integrated way with the business, going beyond the traditional legal role. There is a deep understanding of our business, which allows them to anticipate risks and structure legally sound, yet pragmatic solutions.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil

  • The law firm combines real industry experience with sophisticated regulatory and transactional understanding. Mattos Filho can quickly assemble multidisciplinary teams with strong senior involvement and solid associates.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil

  • Mattos Filho is consistently up to date with innovative and highly complex structures, drawing on extensive experience from a wide range of sophisticated discussions and transactions. The team stands out for its strong technical capability, accessibility and highly collaborative client relationships.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil

  • Mattos Filho removes legal jargon, acts as a partner and resolves technical issues quickly. The team provides depth, excellence and a broad view of the sector, offering different solutions.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil

Notable Practitioners

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  • Fabiano Brito
    Fabiano Brito

    Fabiano Brito

    Fabiano Ricardo Luz de Brito has a solid experience working on corporate-related power matters, including M&As and project financing, as well as regulatory mandates.

    • Fabiano's involvement in our cases is the key factor in choosing Mattos Filho as our partner.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil

    • Fabiano Brito stands out for his balanced combination of strong technical skills, strategic vision and practical business insight, a combination that is not commonly found.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil

    • Fabiano was extremely approachable, present and hands-on, and he never left things unresolved. That really set him apart. His availability was a major strength, he always provided feedback and wasn’t limited to the strict terms of the contract. He was dedicated to the process, showing readiness and assertiveness throughout.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil
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  • Sofia Barbosa
    Sofia Barbosa

    Sofia Barbosa

    Sofia Barbosa is a strong practitioner involved in regulatory and transactional matters in the power sector, in addition to representing clients in administrative proceedings before ANEEL.

    • Sofia Barbosa is a highly skilled professional in the energy sector, with a high capacity for delivery and commitment to projects. She develops excellent partnerships with her clients and partners.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil

    • Sofia provides excellent service. She is responsive, organised and keeps complex workstreams smooth. She gives practical advice on regulatory matters in the sector and has a very pragmatic and hands-on approach on negotiations.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil

    • Sofia Barbosa stands out for her in-depth knowledge of the sector and our business, with consistent technical mastery of the regulatory interfaces applicable to self-generation structures and operations in the energy market.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil
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  • Bárbara Mendes Carnevalli
    Bárbara Mendes Carnevalli

    Bárbara Mendes Carnevalli

    Bárbara Mendes Carnevalli supports clients in power project implementation and regulatory advisory work.

    • Bárbara Carnevalli has consistently stood out in matters relating to the energy sector, always demonstrating excellent technical expertise and a strong practical approach.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil

    • Bárbara Mendes is highly dedicated and approachable, able to translate complex matters into clear, accessible language and is always keen to make things happen.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil
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