Global Guide 2026 : Brazil
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Paul Hastings maintains an active office in São Paulo showcasing a team noted by market participants for handling cross-border middle-market M&A deals. The Los Angeles firm is also able to provide advice on joint venture mandates.
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Paul Hastings represented SYN Prop E Tech (Bovespa: SYNE3) in the sale of interests in six shopping centres to XP Malls Fundo De Investimento Imobiliário - FII for more than BRL2 billion.
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Paul Hastings' greatest asset is having well-seasoned lawyers who speak Portuguese. Their team is well sized, has a balanced level of seniority and delivers excellent client service.
Paul Hastings handles super-high complexity M&A transactions in Brazil. The firm offers a good client service.
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Jonathan Kellner leads the firm's São Paulo office. The M&A partner is particularly noted for advising on cross-border acquisitions, sale of interests, asset swap transactions and joint ventures.
Jonathan Kellner is well known in the corporate and M&A market.
Jonathan is a very assertive partner when handling cases.
Corporate/M&A (International Firms)
Brazil 2025
Practice area: Corporate/M&A (International Firms)
Location: Brazil
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