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The experience and knowledge amassed from our work in the most prominent restructuring cases in Brazil since the passing of the bankruptcy law in 2005 enable us to design and implement innovative and sophisticated solutions that generate value to our clients involved in corporate restructuring, judicial or extrajudicial reorganization, and bankruptcy liquidation.
We have the support of several other practice areas of our firm (M&A, banking, capital markets, tax, labor, real estate) whose partners and associates are also knowledgeable and experienced in restructuring and insolvency cases spanning a broad range of sectors.
We have solid reputation in advising creditors (including bondholders, official and ad hoc creditor committees, financial institutions and trustees), investors, debtors, shareholders, managers and strategic partners in all types of recapitalization, refinancing, extrajudicial restructuring, structured transactions, judicial and extrajudicial reorganization, bankruptcy liquidation and insolvency-related litigation, including collection and enforcement actions and foreclosure on collateral.
We have acted in several transnational insolvency cases, having advised clients in connection with cases in other jurisdictions, including the United States (Chapter 15 and former section 304 of the US Bankruptcy Act), Australia, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Cayman, Italy, Ireland, the Netherlands, Madeira Island and the United Kingdom.
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Pinheiro Neto advised Seara on the negotiation and implementation of its reorganisation plan.
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"They're our go-to law firm for high-level strategic matters."
"They regularly take part in complex restructurings and bring this expertise to the table. They also have a can-do approach and are super helpful in devising solutions in difficult circumstances."
"They're market leaders and a reference in this sector. The team take on complex cases, including cross-border ones, and shows plenty of market knowledge."
"By far, the most successful full-service law firm within this sector."
"They're our go-to law firm for high-level strategic matters."
"They regularly take part in complex restructurings and bring this expertise to the table. They also have a can-do approach and are super helpful in devising solutions in difficult circumstances."
"They're market leaders and a reference in this sector. The team take on complex cases, including cross-border ones, and shows plenty of market knowledge."
"By far, the most successful full-service law firm within this sector."
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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.
"He's highly respected among his peers from other firms and has above-average experience among top-performing lawyers. He brings practical solutions and offers a lot of reassurance to his clients."
"He's a star in his arena. Giuliano has a strategic mind, with a deep and almost unrivaled knowledge of the field, which he uses to devise clever solutions. He's also a pleasure to work with."
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.
"An excellent lawyer. I admire André's work."
"I appreciate the support he's given us on complex matters".
"He's a calm and trustworthy lawyer, who acts reassuringly towards his clients."
Thiago Braga Junqueira is a key lawyer, who regularly receives strong endorsement from clients for his distinguished expertise in bankruptcy and liquidation.
"He's super committed and thorough in his approach."
"He's very good and skilled. Thiago has been growing in this market."
"Thiago did an excellent job and was really efficient leading the case."
Up and coming 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 phenomenal. She displays a lot of knowledge and maturity."
"She's very hands-on and is present in big cases. Brilliant."
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