FinTech Legal - Brazil
What the Team is Known For
Pinheiro Neto Advogados is a full-service firm with an outstanding FinTech department. It assists domestic and international payments and credit businesses on M&A, venture capital investment and other capital markets transactions. The Pinheiro Neto team also advises on the regulatory aspects of investments and frequently represents financial institutions in obtaining authorisations before the Central Bank and the Brazilian Securities Commission.
Strengths
"Pinheiro Neto have been pioneers in the FinTech industry."
"The team is adept at thinking outside the box and developing creative solutions tailored to the unique circumstances of each case."
"Pinheiro Neto are particularly known for their thoroughness, deep understanding of complex legal issues, and their ability to provide comprehensive legal solutions."
Work Highlights
Pinheiro Neto advised Amazon in its negotiations with Bradescard bank to offer a co-branded credit card to its customers.
Notable Practitioners
Bruno Balduccini draws on his background in banking and finance to advise FinTech clients. He has specific expertise advising on regulatory, payments and credit matters. "Bruno is a very knowledgeable and experienced lawyer." "Bruno is an extraordinary lawyer."
Fernando Mirandez Del Nero Gomes is an experienced practitioner who is often retained by clients to advise on licensing, investment and regulation mandates. "Fernando is exceptionally attentive to each case, demonstrating a meticulous approach that ensures every detail is thoroughly examined and addressed."
José Luiz Homem de Mello advises clients on regulatory matters and investment and financing rounds. He also assists with the licensing and authorisation of payment institutions with the Central Bank. "José transmits serenity and quality. He is the image of someone who is leading you to the solution and not the problem."
Raphael Palmieri Salomão assists clients from the finance and technology sectors with a range of FinTech matters. He also acts on investment rounds, acquisitions and licensing mandates. "Raphael is an incredible partner and resource. He is well versed in Brazilian regulations, really client-friendly and easy to work with."
Ricardo Glaessner Binnie is noted for his expertise in payment practices. He also handles regulatory and M&A matters in FinTech. "Ricardo is a direct and objective lawyer, who communicates well with internal lawyers and C-levels abroad and gives his opinion in a very reliable manner."