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Bankruptcy/Restructuring

About

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As one of the few prominent law firms that represent both debtors and creditors, as well as investors in insolvency and debt restructuring cases, the firm provides professional advice to its clients in all aspects: from the initial discussions and decisions on the strategy to be adopted in each case to the actual preparation and pursuit of the legal steps required to implement it.

The firm gives advice mainly to agribusiness groups, construction groups, financial institutions, investments funds, investors, family offices, and retail chains.

Chambers Review

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Brazil

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Thomaz Bastos, Waisberg, Kurzweil Advogados is a much-admired practice group recognised for its prowess acting on complex negotiations with creditors and investors in judicial reorganisations. The team offers a solid track record assisting with credit and debt restructuring, and liquidation and acquisition of distressed assets. Its client portfolio includes domestic and international companies from the aviation, agribusiness, investment fund and real estate sectors.

Work Highlights

Provided by Thomaz Bastos, Waisberg, Kurzweil Advogados

  • Thomaz Bastos, Waisberg, Kurzweil represented Itaú Asset Management in the context of Lojas Americanas’ filing for judicial restructuring case.

Strengths

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"Their team is very knowledgeable, experienced, and large, which allows them to be fast and thorough with their work. I am very pleased with their service levels and responsiveness."

Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondent
Brazil

"Competent and easy-to-work-with team. They're frank and professional, able to handle highly complex cases. Their client service is exceptional, they have great communicate skills."

Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondent
Brazil

"They deliver above-average results. They're hands-on and proactive, always providing us legal reassurance and instilling confidence."

Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondent
Brazil

Notable Practitioners

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Ivo Waisberg
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Ivo Waisberg
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Band 1

Partner Ivo Waisberg is an acclaimed lawyer, experienced in representing both creditors and debtors in high-profile restructuring mandates. He offers capabilities advising on debt restructuring, credit recovery, and judicial and out-of-court reorganisation.

"Ivo has an academic approach. He's very intelligent and up-to-date."

"He's one of the most prominent players in this field."

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Bruno Kurzweil de Oliveira
2
Bruno Kurzweil de Oliveira
2
Band 2

Partner Bruno Kurzweil de Oliveira gathers solid recognition from clients in restructuring cases. Oliveira is accomplished at assisting with judicial restructuring, credit recovery and acquisition of distressed assets.

"Bruno is very good and his work is highly commended."

"Bruno is a sensational, out-of-the-box lawyer."

"I like his work a lot. He's one of the best lawyers in this ranking."

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Joel Luís Thomaz Bastos
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Joel Luís Thomaz Bastos
2
Band 2

Partner Joel Luís Thomaz Bastos is regularly sought after to assist with sophisticated judicial restructuring proceedings representing debtors. He is also retained for his capabilities acting on liquidation and credit recovery mandates. He is experienced in advising players from the investment fund, energy and textile sectors.

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Gilberto Gornati
4
Gilberto Gornati
4
Band 4

Gilberto Gornati is a noteworthy practitioner that consistently receives strong endorsement for his expertise in dealing with complex cases.

"He is a very intelligent lawyer."

"Gilberto is highly technically skilled."

"One of the greatest lawyers I have worked with. Immensely knowledgeable on every matter regarding bankruptcy."

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Herbert Kugler
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Herbert Kugler
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Up and Coming

Herbert Kugler is an up-and-coming lawyer growing in this market due to his expertise in judicial reorganisation matters. Frequently sought out by clients from the energy and finance sectors, with a track record representing both creditors and debtors.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Thomaz Bastos, Waisberg, Kurzweil Advogados

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Brazil

Bankruptcy/Restructuring
Ivo Waisberg
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Ivo Waisberg
1
Band 1
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Bruno Kurzweil de Oliveira
2
Bruno Kurzweil de Oliveira
2
Band 2
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Joel Luís Thomaz Bastos
2
Joel Luís Thomaz Bastos
2
Band 2
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Gilberto Gornati
4
Gilberto Gornati
4
Band 4
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Herbert Kugler
U
Herbert Kugler
U
Up and Coming
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Members

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Adriana Maria Cruz Dias de Oliveira

Herbert Morgenstern Kugler

Lucas Rodrigues do Carmo

Industries

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agribusiness

construction

family offices

financial institutions

investments funds

investors

retail chains