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Pinheiro Neto Advogados

Corporate/M&A

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Pinheiro Neto Advogados

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Mergers & Acquisitions

M&A transactions have become increasingly complex, challenging and sophisticated, demanding not only highly specialized technical skills, but also experience, full dedication, availability and integration of a variety of professionals with different expertise for each deal. We rely on a team of lawyers in the tax, regulatory and antitrust areas, among others, who provide full support to the attorneys in charge of the transactions handled by us.

The knowledge amassed over almost 80 years of existence of Pinheiro Neto, our history of successfully completed transactions, the quality of our professionals recognized by several rankings, as well as our clients’ satisfaction, demonstrate how much we can contribute for a M&A transaction to be well conducted and effectively completed by the stakeholders, even in competitive processes.

 

Corporate

We have a recognized expertise in negotiating and advising our clients on complex corporate issues, corporate governance rules, drafting of corporate documents, and attendance at general meetings, partners' meetings, and board of directors’ meetings.

We prepare and negotiate shareholders' agreements and partners' agreements, subscription agreements, investment agreements, put and call option agreements, tag along, drag along processes and the like, and such other agreements as may be necessary to regulate corporate relations. We also excel in handling corporate disputes, whether arbitral or judicial proceedings.

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What the Team is Known For

Pinheiro Neto Advogados is a longstanding market leader that responds to increasing competition by doubling up its capabilities. Its prime M&A team frequently leads some of the most sophisticated deals in the country. The firm is particularly respected for advising prominent international clients with key businesses in Brazil. Its distinguished team does not shy away from complex deals and is also noted for taking a long-term strategic approach to matters. Pinheiro Neto's multidisciplinary capabilities also mean companies relying on the team for strategic deals will find one of the best-equipped firms in Brazil to handle a wide array of matters, from disputes to key regulatory issues.

Work Highlights

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  • Pinheiro Neto advised 3M on a cross-border spin-off transaction to segregate its healthcare business into a separate vehicle that became a publicly traded corporation named Solventum.

Strengths

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  • Pinheiro Neto's professionals have the capacity and experience to deal with complex business issues. They possess vast knowledge and experience.

    Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
  • One of the key strengths that distinguishes Pinheiro Neto is its one-stop shop approach, which ensures seamless coordination across all legal disciplines.

    Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
  • Pinheiro Neto provides clear and straightforward advice, full availability at all times and knowledge of different aspects of the law.

    Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleAlexandre Bertoldi
    Senior StatespeopleAlexandre Bertoldi

    Alexandre Bertoldi

    Alexandre Bertoldi is a Senior Statesperson and has experience working with a portfolio of clients consisting of family businesses in the national and international landscape.

  • Band 1Carlos Alberto Moreira Lima Jr
    Band 1Carlos Alberto Moreira Lima Jr

    Carlos Alberto Moreira Lima Jr

    Carlos Alberto Moreira Lima Jr draws from his longstanding experience in complex M&A transactions to advise highly notable clients from sectors such as insurance and car rental. He handles high-value deals involving publicly listed companies and strategic joint ventures.

    • Carlos Alberto Moreira Lima Jr stands out not only for his deep technical and practical knowledge of the matters, but mainly because of his solid understanding of our business.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
  • Band 1Fernando Alves Meira
    Band 1Fernando Alves Meira

    Fernando Alves Meira

    Fernando Alves Meira is one of the driving forces in Pinheiro Neto's prime M&A team and beyond. He leads sophisticated cross-border transactions and some of the most high-value deals in the country.

    • Fernando Alves Meira is a highly qualified professional with extensive business experience.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
  • Band 3Marcelo Viveiros de Moura
    Band 3Marcelo Viveiros de Moura

    Marcelo Viveiros de Moura

    Marcelo Viveiros de Moura is well regarded in the market for his longstanding practice representing clients from various sectors, such as telecommunications and oil and gas, in sophisticated M&A mandates involving complex transactions, high-value joint acquisitions and judicial reorganisations.

    • Marcelo Moura is great. He is an excellent lawyer.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
    • Marcelo Viveiros de Moura was always extremely helpful. From day one, he actively participated in every call, regardless of the importance.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
  • Band 4Miguel Tornovsky
    Band 4Miguel Tornovsky

    Miguel Tornovsky

    Miguel Tornovsky has a solid reputation for advising clients on complex matters involving private equity investments, corporate transactions, disputes and reorganisations.

    • Miguel Tornovsky communicates well; he is responsive and trustworthy. We have a smooth relationship because he solves matters quickly and gives good, sound advice.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
    • Miguel Tornovsky is exceptional, we completely trust him. He is a practitioner who can be compared to the best at an international level. He is deeply involved in the matters.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
  • Band 5Eduardo Paoliello
    Band 5Eduardo Paoliello

    Eduardo Paoliello

    Partner Eduardo Paoliello has cultivated a practice that allows him to assist clients with M&A operations, including regulatory and compliance issues.

    • Eduardo Paoliello is knowledgeable about different topics, and he is always available to provide clear advice.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
    • Eduardo Paoliello is our go-to partner in our relationship with the firm, and we could not be more satisfied with his work.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
  • Band 5Henry Sztutman
    Band 5Henry Sztutman

    Henry Sztutman

    Henry Sztutman is recognised in the market for leading highly sophisticated M&A transactions. He represents publicly held companies in high-end mergers, cross-border corporate reorganisations and private equity investments.
    • Henry Sztutman is extremely approachable, informed and pragmatic in his interactions. He is able to drive business fluidly.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
  • Band 5Joamir Muller Romiti Alves
    Band 5Joamir Muller Romiti Alves

    Joamir Muller Romiti Alves

    Partner Joamir Muller Romiti Alves is well regarded in the market for advising noteworthy clients from various industries on high-profile M&A transactions and corporate matters.

    • Joamir Alves has technical skills beyond business awareness. He has a complete vision of all aspects regarding M&A. He is also always available.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil
    • Joamir Muller Romiti Alves stood out for his exceptional leadership, availability, and ability to simplify complex issues. He played a central role in coordinating the entire legal team.

      Corporate/M&A respondentBrazil

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