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Corporate/M&A (International Firms) - Brazil
What the Team is Known For
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates' worldwide practice has written, and continues to write, a special chapter in Brazil. The New York firm's dedicated São Paulo office is a port for clients to navigate the complexities of the Brazilian business landscape, while top international deals involving assets in Brazil or key Brazilian investment abroad get the full attention of Skadden's prime M&A team in New York. The firm handles the full spectrum of high-end corporate matters and has an enviable portfolio of complex and sophisticated deals in this market.
Strengths
Skadden assisted our company with professionalism, agility and attention to detail. Their team demonstrated technical expertise and excellent communication skills on international issues.
Skadden's commercial awareness and expertise in Corporate and M&A are outstanding, 10/10. They have a strong team with a well-balanced level of seniority.
Skadden is attentive and up-to-date on the new legislations, which is very important for our company. They're exceptional.
Work Highlights
Skadden advised New Wave Tech on a reorganisation and subsequent investments by private equity funds Orion Resource Partners and Lorinvest.
Notable practitioners
Paul Schnell is a widely respected name for high-end M&A deals with a Brazilian connection. The New York-based partner is the co-head of Skadden's Latin America practice and is pointed out by market participants as a leading figure in the field, often involved sensitive and complex matters.
Paul is a senior lawyer and great lawyer.
Paul Schnell is focused on M&A. He has a great reputation and is well-known in the market.
Paul handles M&A matters in Brazil for a long time.
Filipe Areno maintains a broad corporate practice, acting on M&A and capital markets mandates. The São Paulo-based partner handles major acquisitions in Brazil and is noted for his practice involving special purpose acquisition companies.
Filipe Areno is a highly competent professional, with solid abckground and excellent technical expertise. He acts confidently, provides clear explanations and contributes significantly to our company.
He is an extremely available and approachable partner who adapts well to our needs. Felipe is quick, has a thorough understanding of practical aspects and is well-versed in Brazilian jurisdictions.
Filipe is a highly skilled professional, who is very well positioned to work on cross-border deals and projects involving Brazil. He knows a lot about capital market as well.