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Souto Correa Advogados

Corporate/Commercial: Rio Grande do Sul

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Souto Correa Advogados

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Corporate/Commercial: Rio Grande do Sul - Brazil

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Renowned multidisciplinary firm Souto Correa Advogados has expanded from its headquarters in Porto Alegre to become an emerging player in the legal market nationally. The law firm continues to be a port of call for companies handling sophisticated matters in the South. Souto Correa is noted for handling complex corporate reorganisation and liquidation mandates. The team also maintains a fine M&A track record and handles the negotiation and drafting of financial agreements. Its client roster includes companies from the transportation, energy and manufacturing sectors.

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Work Highlights

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  • Souto Correa advised Gerdau on its acquisition of 100% equity interest in Paranatinga Energia S.A. and Rio do Sangue Energia S.A.

Strengths

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  • Souto Correa always demonstrates an excellent ability to understand complex topics.

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  • Souto Correa has a multidisciplinary team, led by a partner and supported by lawyers with strong theoretical and practical knowledge, delivering agile, direct and accessible service with constant availability.

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  • We have a strong relationship of trust with Souto Correa, who are always up to date on the latest developments.

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  • With very strong technical skills, Souto Correa consistently delivers innovative solutions tailored to the company’s business.

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  • The Souto Correa team demonstrates expertise in construction-related litigation, combining clear communication skills with prompt responses.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Carlos Fernando Souto
    Carlos Fernando Souto

    Carlos Fernando Souto

    Carlos Fernando Souto is well regarded for leading important matters in corporate law. Souto has long-standing experience in M&A processes and is admired for his adept handling of complex commercial deals.

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  • Gilberto Deon Corrêa Junior
    Gilberto Deon Corrêa Junior

    Gilberto Deon Corrêa Junior

    Gilberto Deon Corrêa Junior is a seasoned practitioner renowned for leading substantial corporate matters and complex acquisitions.

    • Gilberto Deon Corrêa Junior is a highly regarded lawyer in the market.

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  • Raquel Stein
    Raquel Stein

    Raquel Stein

    Raquel Stein is active in the corporate and financial arena, dealing with complex national and cross-border transactions.

    • Raquel Stein handles the corporate side and plays a fundamental role in our corporate and commercial work.

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    • An excellent corporate lawyer, Raquel Stein combines in-depth technical knowledge with efficient service and the ability to handle a wide range of highly complex issues.

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    • Raquel Stein combines strong technical expertise with quick reasoning, offering a unique perspective on complex problems. I admire her professionally.

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  • Fernanda Girardi
    Fernanda Girardi

    Fernanda Girardi

    Fernanda Girardi is very well established, particularly in the fields of commercial, infrastructure and real estate contracts.

    • Fernanda Girardi is an excellent professional combining talent with a charismatic approach.

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  • Rodrigo Tellechea
    Rodrigo Tellechea

    Rodrigo Tellechea

    Rodrigo Tellechea is a practitioner with strong activity dealing with due diligence in commercial transactions, M&A and company restructuring.

    • Rodrigo combines strong technical skills, strategic vision and commercial acumen, contributing decisively to solutions aligned with our objectives and operational reality.

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    • Rodrigo Tellechea is recognised in the market as a specialist in insolvency and judicial reorganisation matters.

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    • Rodrigo Tellechea delivers strong work, always seeking the best defence for the client, which gave me significant confidence.

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Ranked Individuals at Souto Correa Advogados (5)

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    Carlos Fernando Souto

    Corporate/Commercial: Rio Grande do Sul

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    Gilberto Deon Corrêa Junior

    Corporate/Commercial: Rio Grande do Sul

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    Fernanda Girardi

    Corporate/Commercial: Rio Grande do Sul

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    Rodrigo Tellechea

    Corporate/Commercial: Rio Grande do Sul

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