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Corporate/M&A (International Firms) - Brazil

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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 from which clients can navigate the complexities of the Brazilian business landscape, while top international deals involving assets in Brazil and key Brazilian investments 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

  • Skadden advised New Wave Tech on a reorganisation and subsequent investments by private equity funds Orion Resource Partners and Lorinvest.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Paul Schnell
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Paul Schnell
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Band 2

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 identified by market participants as a leading figure in the field, often involved in sensitive and complex matters.

Paul Schnell is focused on M&A. He has a great reputation and is well known in the market.

Paul is a senior lawyer and a great lawyer.

Paul has handled M&A matters in Brazil for a long time.

Filipe Areno
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Filipe Areno
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Band 3

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.

He is an extremely available and approachable partner who adapts well to our needs. Filipe is quick, has a thorough understanding of practical aspects and is well versed in Brazilian jurisdictions.

Filipe Areno is a highly competent professional, with a solid background and excellent technical expertise. He acts confidently, provides clear explanations and contributes significantly to our company.

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 markets as well.

Ranked Lawyers at
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates

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Corporate/M&A (International Firms)

Paul Schnell
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Paul Schnell
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Band 2
Filipe Areno
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Filipe Areno
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Band 3