Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil
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Our multidisciplinary team advises clients on complex administrative law matters, including public bidding, government contracts, state-owned companies and litigation.
Our internationally recognized practice is renowned for its expertise in administrative law. We represent clients in both simple and highly complex matters, advising and providing support with administrative litigation, judicial litigation and arbitration.
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Mattos Filho maintains a respected track record of key public law mandates. Its multidisciplinary team is well equipped to advise clients on a broad range of public law mandates. PPP deals, concession agreements and public bids are among the wide offering this firm provides to top clients.
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Mattos Filho advised Acciona do Brasil on structuring the PPP project for Line 16 – Violet of the State of São Paulo Metro.
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Mattos Filho works with speed and availability in 100% of requests. They provide high technical skills and great strategic knowledge not only about the technical subject itself, but also market knowledge and institutional positioning of the entities involved.
Mattos Filho stands out for its technical excellence combined with the ability to distinguish between theoretical and practical risks relevant to the business. The team demonstrates skill in proposing creative and pragmatic solutions, presenting viable legal alternatives that allow for the achievement of business objectives without compromising legal compliance.
Technical expertise is undoubtedly one of the great strengths of Mattos Filho. Their public law team is highly prepared, with consistent technical mastery, and the partners are always actively involved, participating in meetings, reviewing documents and closely monitoring the issues.
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André Luiz Freire regularly advises clients on PPP, concession agreements and bidding processes.
André Luiz Freire is an accessible public law partner who has a high level of technical expertise. He stands out for his ability to explain complex topics clearly and objectively. His involvement adds significant value to the work and inspires a high level of confidence.
André is truly a highly specialised and up-to-date public law professional, and the level of excellence and consistency in his work is evident. His delivery stands out in a very clear, objective and strategic way. He has a highly qualified track record in infrastructure and concession projects, with a deep understanding of regulatory and contractual matters.
Henrique Silveira is able to assists clients with public law mandates like bidding procedures and contractual issues, including filing for administrative appeals.
Henrique Silveira is a public law professional who stands out for his technical excellence and strategic vision. His ability to handle complex and multi-jurisdictional regulatory issues is remarkable, showing a deep understanding of the legislation applicable to logistics, transportation and e-commerce operations.
Henrique Silveira is highly technical and extremely helpful when addressing our public law requests.
Thiago Sombra frequently advises clients on public law cases regarding public procurements, implementation of industrial plants and private railways.
Thiago Sombra is a notable player in public law - one of the best in the country for administrative and litigation strategies. His ability and client focus are key attributes of his work. Plus, he actively listens to clients, receiving information and translating it into admirable strategic positions.
Thiago Sombra has great technical skills in public law.
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