Project Development
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The Project Finance practice focuses on representing companies, shareholders, creditors, and multilateral institutions in project finance transactions in the energy, logistics, oil and gas, water and sewage, mining, and telecommunications sectors.
We are leaders in project finance transactions in Brazil.
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Contracts and project documents
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Mattos Filho is a powerhouse capable of handling some of the most sophisticated projects, from greenfield contracts to cross-border project finance deals. The team further benefits from the firm's formidable full-service capabilities, managing negotiation of project-related agreements, such as O&M and EPC. Leading representatives of the infrastructure, logistics and transportation industries rely on the firm's advice.
Work Highlights
- Mattos Filho acted as counsel to Águas do Rio SPE 1 and Águas do Rio SPE 4 on various forms of finance structures, including the issuance of incentivised debentures worth over BRL25 billion.
Strengths
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"Mattos Filho has a skilled team of lawyers who make sure they are following the deals closely, and this makes all the difference in complex cases. We count on their experience in this market."
"Mattos Filho excelled in terms of accessibility and legal knowledge, giving us in-depth analysis of legislative changes during our work together. Their deliverables were outstanding."
"The firm's team has a holistic view of the processes and problems, and can find a solution that encompasses multiple practice areas. They brought important insights throughout the negotiations."
"We think Mattos Filho is the best law firm in Brazil. They handle cases in multiple practice areas for us, always with impeccable service and reassuring not just us but our shareholders too."
"Mattos Filho has a skilled team of lawyers who make sure they are following the deals closely, and this makes all the difference in complex cases. We count on their experience in this market."
"Mattos Filho excelled in terms of accessibility and legal knowledge, giving us in-depth analysis of legislative changes during our work together. Their deliverables were outstanding."
"The firm's team has a holistic view of the processes and problems, and can find a solution that encompasses multiple practice areas. They brought important insights throughout the negotiations."
"We think Mattos Filho is the best law firm in Brazil. They handle cases in multiple practice areas for us, always with impeccable service and reassuring not just us but our shareholders too."
Notable Practitioners
Pablo Sorj is widely acknowledged as a top choice to advise on high-profile project finance matters, such as the negotiation and structuring of capital raising agreements, as well as negotiation of EPC contracts and implementation of thermoelectric plants.
"Pablo Sorj is a point of reference for us. An exceptional lawyer who is innovative while also accurately informing us of the risks."
"Pablo is a very accessible lawyer who makes the deal go forward."
"Pablo is really good creating a rapport with the client and skilful when using the knowledge he has. He's also very accessible and swift."
Marina Anselmo Schneider has in-depth knowledge of share acquisitions and note issuances. Schneider is regularly sought out to advise domestic clients involved in high-value projects.
"Mariana Schneider has a lot of knowledge of our company and our sector."
"Marina is exceptional in her area of expertise. She's also interested and contributes to the whole process. Sha has a systematic view of projects and always acts with creativity and promptness."
Thiago Fernandes Moreira has well-established experience in commercial and operations agreements, as well as in project developments in the construction field.
Alexandre Sales Cabral Arlota is a practitioner who is highly active in the project development field, with a strong track record of structuring energy projects, including cross-border and BNDES-assisted ones. The lawyer is deeply involved in construction for renewable energy initiatives and is regularly sought after in this sector.
"Alexandre is very focused on project development, and because of that, he packs incredible knowledge of contracts in this area. He's also very knowledgeable in the energy market and very hands-on."
"Alexandre is one of the most accomplished experts in Brazil on energy, infrastructure and service transactions. We've been supported very well by him."
Bernardo Môcho Moura offers notable strength acting as counsel to domestic and international clients on capital raises, such as the structuring and negotiation of public offerings. In addition, Moura is experienced in advising on high-value financing of subway projects.
"Bernardo is impeccable in negotiations. Whenever there's a heated debate, his is the voice of wisdom. He's direct but amiable, reassuring us a lot."
"Bernardo is experienced, technical and pro-deal. He's not belligerent in negotiations; rather, he's gentle but assertive. He was incredibly available and knowledgeable working with us."
Natalia De Santis has built a consistent track record handling large cross-border project financing transactions. She is endorsed by market commentators for her involvement in the field.
"I love the work Natalia does. She deserves the recognition."
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