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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Brazil

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What the Team is Known For

Pinheiro Neto Advogados' heavyweight department regularly represents creditors in high-profile bankruptcy and restructuring matters. The seasoned team is well equipped to advise on judicial recovery, acquisition and sale of distressed assets. Its client roster comprises significant players from the pharmaceutical, banking, and energy and natural resources sectors. It is additionally sought after by clients to handle out-of-court restructuring including cross-border issues.

Work Highlights

  • Pinheiro Neto assisted mining company BHP with the court restructuring of Samarco, an iron ore producer and the owner and operator of the Fundao dam in Brazil. Samarco, half owned by BHP, filed a bankruptcy protection after dam collapse, in a matter value reaching BRL50.7 billion.

Strengths

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Pinheiro Neto's lawyers are extremely available and knowledgeable. They discuss risks and anticipate scenarios. The team is very well-versed on litigation and bankruptcy matters.

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The quality level is exceptional and makes Pinheiro Neto stand out. Its team is well equipped, has high capacity for managing crisis and is solution-oriented.

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Pinheiro Neto has a pro-business mindset, providing a thorough perspective on the matters. It has a great team which is always available.

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Notable Practitioners

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Giuliano Colombo
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Giuliano Colombo
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Band 1

Giuliano Colombo is a front-running and prestigious practitioner, highly admired by clients. Colombo is particularly noted for being a top-notch restructuring lawyer in Brazil, capable of acting on sophisticated, cross-border matters.

Giuliano interacts well with everyone and has outstanding negotiation skills. He has an exceptional ability to communicate and has a diplomatic approach while defending his clients.

Giuliano is a highly present partner. He has market knowledge, is calm and has the power to handle mediations very well.

Giuliano is an excellent lawyer, who is commercial-oriented and understands the legal dynamics of our cases. He has a creative problem-solving mindset.

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André Moraes Marques
3
André Moraes Marques
3
Band 3

André Moraes Marques is an experienced and respected lawyer, noted for assisting with sophisticated negotiations in cross-border judicial reorganisations. He is skilled in handling sector-related litigation, including cases arising from settlement agreements. Marques is experienced in advising players from the banking and insurance sectors.

André brings an invaluable contribution to complex matters, understanding the clients' concerns. He is an available partner who displays great knowledge.

André is an excellent lawyer. He has high technical skills, comprehensive awareness and a practical and strategic approach to conflict resolutions.

André is a sophisticated and talented partner, who possess strong litigation and bankruptcy knowledge.

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Thiago Braga Junqueira
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Thiago Braga Junqueira
4
Band 4

Thiago Braga Junqueira is a key lawyer, who regularly receives strong endorsement from clients for his distinguished expertise in bankruptcy and liquidation.

Thiago is an internationally experienced lawyer, who has excellent legal knowledge and presents good and practical solutions.

Thiago is a great rising partner, who is very smart and also business-oriented.

Thiago is a lawyer who has high technical abilities.

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Carolina Kiyomi Iwamoto
5
Carolina Kiyomi Iwamoto
5
Band 5

Joining our rankings this year, Carolina Kiyomi Iwamoto receives high praises from clients and peers alike. She is particularly known for her activity supporting big clients in sophisticated judicial reorganisation proceedings.

Carolina is focused and ultra competent.

Carolina is really fantastic. She has strong judgement and gravitas. Carolina is able to effectively work through complicated issues.

Carolina is fast, experienced and capable.

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Ranked Lawyers at
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Giuliano Colombo
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Giuliano Colombo
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Band 1
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André Moraes Marques
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André Moraes Marques
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Band 3
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Thiago Braga Junqueira
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Thiago Braga Junqueira
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Band 4
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Carolina Kiyomi Iwamoto
5
Carolina Kiyomi Iwamoto
5
Band 5
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