Banking & Finance (International Firms) - Brazil
What the Team is Known For
Stephen Hood & Partners is a São Paulo-based boutique international law firm, specialising in New York and English law. The firm has a strong focus on cross-border financing transactions, and is particularly sought out to represent important clients from the construction, infrastructure and energy sectors, in sophisticated project finance mandates.
Strengths
"I have personally worked with Stephen Hood & Partners on other transactions and in different sectors, and he consistently adds value with his insightful ideas."
"Stephen Hood & Partners is a law firm with a very experienced team that is readily available."
Work Highlights
Stephen Hood & Partners acted as New York counsel to CDV Holding in a USD4 billion joint venture with TotalEnergies.
Notable Practitioners
Stephen Hood is a highly regarded and seasoned banking and finance practitioner based in São Paulo. He offers clients a solid experience in sophisticated and complex project finance matters. Clients also benefit from his assistance with various financing deals, including restructuring mandates, as well as the issuance of legal opinions. "Stephen Hood is a legend who continues to work tirelessly. His vast experience is his greatest asset and sets him apart." "Stephen Hood is one of the best lawyers I've had the pleasure to work with in my career. I have complete trust in both his work and his character." "Stephen's one of the most experienced lawyers in this market."
Rebecca Roman is an up-and-coming banking and finance practitioner, recognised by clients for her strong practice in complex project finance matters, in-depth knowledge and commercial awareness. "Rebecca is a fantastic lawyer - highly technical, smart, creative and well-organised." "Rebecca is a lawyer that can do anything. Very organised, diligent and proactive, she's a fantastic practitioner."