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Provided by Miguel Neto Advogados

Miguel Neto Advogados, a distinguished mid-sized firm based in São Paulo, Brazil, has been delivering legal excellence since its founding in 1990 by José Antonio Miguel Neto, who remains actively involved in the firm’s leadership. Renowned for our expertise in mid-market domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, representing both buyers and sellers in a variety of industries, with extensive experience handling deals involving both majority and minority stakes, including high-end transactions.


The firm is highly skilled in navigating complex corporate reorganizations, including capital investments and strategic joint ventures, with a strong focus on the food and beverage sector. The firm’s partners bring a wealth of experience to the table, ensuring pragmatic, cost-effective solutions tailored to the specific needs of each client. The firm also offers comprehensive corporate services, supporting clients with post-transaction restructuring, corporate governance, and ongoing advisory services for a diverse, longstanding client base.


A hallmark of the firm is the direct involvement of its partners in client transactions, ensuring a personalized and highly experienced approach to each deal. In the past year, our M&A practice has driven growth, especially in IT, real estate, and food and beverage sectors, closing numerous successful deals.


Miguel Neto Advogados remains a trusted partner for national and international clients seeking sophisticated corporate legal solutions.

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded - Brazil

5
Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Miguel Neto Advogados has secured a notable position in the corporate law practice on account of its M&A work, which encompasses issues involving contractual topics, compliance and regulatory matters. The team also acts on corporate restructuring and is able to advise national and international clients, which often hail from the health, technology, and food and beverage industries.

Work Highlights

  • Miguel Neto assisted Central with the 100% acquisition of an SPE owned by AZ Quest Panorama. The SPE holds exclusive ownership of a high-value commercial building under construction in São Paulo.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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José Antonio Miguel Neto
5
José Antonio Miguel Neto
Head of Corporate/M&A
5
Band 5

Founding partner José Antonio Miguel Neto's experience encapsulates M&A and corporate governance mandates. He is able to act on cross-border transactions, compliance issues and corporate reorganisations.

Miguel Neto is a leading figure in legal expertise and leadership within the firm. His in-depth knowledge of corporate law and strategic vision add enormous value to our most complex cases.

José Antonio Miguel Neto is an experienced and extremely dedicated professional, whose expertise is demonstrated by years of experience and has been fundamental to the success of our legal matters.

Juliana Miyuki Honda
U
Juliana Miyuki Honda
U
Up and Coming

Partner Juliana Miyuki Honda possesses a corporate/M&A practice that displays knowledge of transactional deals and corporate governance matters.

Juliana Miyuki Honda distinguished herself with her in-depth technical knowledge and ability to handle complex corporate matters with confidence and agility.

Juliana Miyuki Honda stands out for quickly grasping specific needs and coming up with effective legal solutions, which has made a big difference. She is also highly proactive and detail-oriented.

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José Antonio Miguel Neto
5
José Antonio Miguel Neto
Head of Corporate/M&A
5
Band 5
Juliana Miyuki Honda
U
Juliana Miyuki Honda
U
Up and Coming

Members

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Décio Andrade

José Antonio Miguel Neto

José Antonio Miguel Neto

Head of Department

Juliana Miyuki Honda

Ronaldo M. Assumpção Filho

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