About

Provided by Pinheiro Neto Advogados

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.

Chambers Review

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Brazil

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Band 1

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

Provided by Pinheiro Neto Advogados

  • 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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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.

André Moraes Marques
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André Moraes Marques
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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.

Thiago Braga Junqueira
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Thiago Braga Junqueira
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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.

Carolina Kiyomi Iwamoto
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Carolina Kiyomi Iwamoto
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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.

Ranked Lawyers at
Pinheiro Neto Advogados

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Brazil

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

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