Project Finance
Brazil Guide 2024 : Brazil
Band 3
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Provided by Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown
We are one of the few law firms in Brazil equipped to support clients throughout the full cycle of a major project - from the initial project contract preparation through project financing, construction and operation, to dispute resolution. The nature of our alliance with Mayer Brown LLP means that international clients will benefit from one point of contact, a unified team drawn from the best resources of each firm, and advice and support provided in a consistent manner and style. We are best known for leading the financing of large-scale infrastructure projects (road, rail and ports), power plants, renewable energy (including wind farms and thermoelectric cogeneration plants), oil & gas project, and heavy industries. We combine our unique infrastructure expertise with different law practices, covering, for example (i)capital markets deals, by assisting our clients in different bridge and long term loans structured as project debentures,(ii) acquisition finance deals related to infrastructure assets, including privatization and Petrobras divestment plan and (iii)different debt restructuring of project finance transactions disbursed in the last years. Our firm provides a one-stop shop service for corporate and finance transactions. We have vast experience in leading highly complex, cross-border corporate and finance transactions in other Latin America countries, Africa and Angola, and regularly represent Chinese and other Asian companies in both inbound and outbound projects.
Chambers Review
Tauil & Chequer Advogados boasts particular expertise in acting on project development and project finance mandates, mainly structuring big-ticket privatisations and contractual amendments, as well as advising financial institutions as lenders. It maintains a sound track record in the oil and gas and transportation spheres. The firm offers additional capabilities handling projects involving power plants and renewable energy matters.
Work Highlights
- Tauil & Chequer Advogados assisted Aegea Saneamento e Participaçõeswith the finance structuring for the privatisation of Companhia Riograndense de Saneamento (Corsan).
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Tauil & Chequer's lawyers have always been accessible. Even when the partners change, the quality remains the same. They have done really good work for us."
"We like Tauil & Chequer a lot because they're really diligent in their service. They pack unimpeachable technical prowess and deep knowledge of both Brazilian and foreign legislations."
"Tauil's great advantage is its ability to connect with its hubs in other countries to advise us 360 degrees regardless of how many or which jurisdictions are involved in the deals."
"Tauil & Chequer's lawyers have always been accessible. Even when the partners change, the quality remains the same. They have done really good work for us."
"We like Tauil & Chequer a lot because they're really diligent in their service. They pack unimpeachable technical prowess and deep knowledge of both Brazilian and foreign legislations."
"Tauil's great advantage is its ability to connect with its hubs in other countries to advise us 360 degrees regardless of how many or which jurisdictions are involved in the deals."
Notable Practitioners
Bruno Werneck has well-established experience in the area of infrastructure. He's particularly noted for dealing with high-ticket privatisations, bidding procedures and issuances of debentures.
"Bruno's a really good lawyer to work with. He has a deep commercial vision of the sectors he's involved in and is very up to date with their trends."
Eduardo Lima is particularly highly rated for his longstanding experience in project financing operations, especially advising banks, as well as in equity acquisitions.
"Eduardo Lima is a very accessible lawyer who reassures us a lot with his knowledge."
"The quality of the service provided by Eduardo always exceeds expectations. He shows deep knowledge of the legal issues in which he is involved."
"Eduardo always provides impeccable service with remarkable sector knowledge."
Luis Montes is a practitioner with a strong track record in project finance and infrastructure matters. He's experienced in bidding procedures, negotiation of bank letters and debenture issuances.
"Luis delivers deals within deadlines. He's a calm negotiator who can de-escalate animosities and find a middle ground in tough deals."
"Luis Montes is very hands-on and willing to discuss matters."
Ranked Lawyers at
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Members
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Clients
Provided by Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown
AEGEA
Banco BTG Pactual
Banco Bradesco
Banco Itaú
Banco Santander Brasil
Credit Agricole
Enel X
Generate Capital
Monte Partners
Patria
Industries
Provided by Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown
Electricity
Highways
Oil & Gas
Ports
Railroads
Real Estate
Telecommunications
Water and Sewage Concessions