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Corporate/M&A (International Firms)

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Corporate/M&A (International Firms) - Brazil

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What the Team is Known For

New York firm Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates' worldwide practice has written, and continues to write, a special chapter in Brazil. The 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.

Work Highlights

Provided by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates

  • Skadden assisted Liberty Mutual Insurance Company with the USD 1.5 billion sale of one of its businesses to HDI International AG.

Strengths

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We have a positive opinion about the quality of their work and the way they handle the deals.

Corporate/M&A (International Firms) respondent
Global

Very strong firm in the corporate/M&A practice in Brazil.

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Notable Practitioners

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Paul Schnell
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Paul Schnell
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Band 2

Senior M&A partner and co-head of Skadden's Latin America practice Paul Schnell is a widely respected name for high-end M&A deals with a Brazilian connection. He is based in New York and is pointed out by market participants as a leading figure in the field, often involved in handling the most sensitive and complex matters.

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Filipe Areno
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Filipe Areno
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Band 3

São Paulo-based partner Filipe Areno maintains a broad corporate practice, acting on M&A and capital markets mandates. He handles major acquisitions in Brazil and is noted for his practice involving special purpose acquisition companies.

He is very reasonable and good to work with.

He has a lot of experience, understands the reality of Brazil, and is very available and hands-on. He is exceptional.

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Paul Schnell
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Paul Schnell
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Filipe Areno
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Filipe Areno
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Band 3
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