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Provided by Mattos Filho

We are leaders in project finance transactions in Brazil.

Our 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.

Our main services:

  • Auditing;
  • Contracts and project documents;
  • Risk analysis;
  • Financial documents.

Chambers Review

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Project Finance - Brazil

1
Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Mattos Filho is a powerhouse recognised for handling some of the most sophisticated projects, ranging from greenfield contracts to cross-border project finance deals. The project finance team further benefits from the law firm's full-service capabilities, managing the negotiation of project-related agreements such as O&M and EPC. Leading representatives of the infrastructure, logistics and transportation industries rely on Mattos Filho's advice.

Work Highlights

  • Mattos Filho advised Citigroup Global Markets Limited, ING Bank, London branch, and Standard Chartered Bank on the negotiation of all Brazilian law matters related to the issuance of senior secured notes by Trident Energy Finance.

Strengths

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In addition to its recognised credibility and solid technical expertise, what truly sets this law firm apart is its responsiveness to demands, always backed by in-depth analysis and thorough studies.

Project Finance respondent
Brazil

Mattos Filho is one of Brazil’s most respected law firms, distinguished for its excellence and ability to deliver integrated legal solutions with technical sophistication and deep industry insight.

Project Finance respondent
Brazil

Mattos Filho's lawyers handle the company’s most complex matters. With a solid academic background and deep legal expertise, they consistently deliver high-quality work.

Project Finance respondent
Brazil

Notable Practitioners

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Pablo Sorj
1
Pablo Sorj
1
Band 1

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 the negotiation of EPC contracts and implementation of thermoelectric plants.

Pablo Sorj is an exceptional lawyer.

The leading name in the field, Pablo Sorj is a reference in project finance.

Pablo Sorj is the go-to lawyer for project finance and a pioneer who has played a leading role in every major development in the sector.

Pablo Sorj is a point of reference in the field. He is very well connected and opens doors. He understands our business.

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Thiago Fernandes Moreira
2
Thiago Fernandes Moreira
2
Band 2

Thiago Fernandes Moreira has well-established experience in commercial and operations agreements, as well as in project developments in the construction field.

Thiago brings valuable experience to our projects. He is able to anticipate future problems, addressing potential solutions in advance.

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Marina Anselmo Schneider
3
Marina Anselmo Schneider
3
Band 3
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.

Maria Anselmo Schneider is a versatile and highly skilled lawyer.

Marina is an excellent lawyer and works in both project finance and development.

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Bernardo Môcho Moura
4
Bernardo Môcho Moura
4
Band 4

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 the high-value financing of subway projects.

Bernardo Môcho Moura is highly collaborative, always available, persuasive and extremely effective at managing interactions with multiple stakeholders.

Bernardo is technically outstanding and sets himself apart through his strong negotiation skills and innovative thinking.

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Natalia De Santis
U
Natalia De Santis
U
Up and Coming

Natalia De Santis has built a consistent track record of handling large cross-border project financing transactions. She is endorsed by market commentators for her involvement in the field.

Natalia de Santis is highly technical, detail-oriented and always well- informed on the deals in progress.

Natalia is super proactive and available to help at all times. She understands the issues and puts the effort into finding solutions.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Mattos Filho

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Project Development
Pablo Sorj
2
Pablo Sorj
2
Band 2
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Thiago Fernandes Moreira
2
Thiago Fernandes Moreira
2
Band 2
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Marina Anselmo Schneider
4
Marina Anselmo Schneider
4
Band 4
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Project Finance
Pablo Sorj
1
Pablo Sorj
1
Band 1
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Marina Anselmo Schneider
3
Marina Anselmo Schneider
3
Band 3
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Bernardo Môcho Moura
4
Bernardo Môcho Moura
4
Band 4
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Natalia De Santis
U
Natalia De Santis
U
Up and Coming
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