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TozziniFreire

Corporate/Commercial: Rio Grande do Sul

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TozziniFreire’s Porto Alegre Corporate/Commercial practice is dedicated to southern Brazilian clients and comprises a team of partners and associates with international background, which connects to the local market and is familiar with its peculiar aspects. The Porto Alegre team is involved in the major transactions in Southern Brazil and is a local leader when it comes to cross-border transactions.

Our South Corporate team has particular expertise in mergers and acquisitions, as well as in corporate restructuring and it has represented clients in the largest transactions held in the state of Rio Grande do Sul in the past decade.

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Corporate/Commercial: Rio Grande do Sul - Brazil

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Full-service titan TozziniFreire Advogados maintains an active office in Porto Alegre with a team experienced in top-tier transactional work. It handles M&A deals, reorganisations, joint ventures and shareholder agreements. The team is also seasoned in complex finance issues. It is sought after by companies in the mining, banking and food markets. Clients benefit from the firm's nationwide presence and multidisciplinary approach.

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Work Highlights

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  • TozziniFreire Advogados coordinated the full local implementation in Brazil of a spin-off for Stahl, involving the incorporation and capitalisation of a new entity, the transfer of employees, contracts and assets, and the drafting and negotiation of corporate and commercial documents.

Strengths

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  • With a strong commitment to delivery, TozziniFreire combines agility with in-depth knowledge when assisting with negotiations involving corporate and capital round matters.

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  • TozziniFreire combines strong expertise with efficient delivery of high-quality results and a clear willingness to share knowledge.

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  • In our view, TozziniFreire handles matters with transparency, credibility and high professionalism, fully meeting our expectations. Its consistent and responsible performance supports decision-making and contributes positively to the business.

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  • TozziniFreire stands out not only for its legal expertise but also for the dedication it brings to each partnership. The team acts as a true ally, working closely with clients and delivering solutions with a shared vision.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Maria Bofill
    Maria Bofill

    Maria Bofill

    Maria Bofill is highly regarded for her ability to manage complex corporate law matters and M&A transactions. She brings extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructurings, private equity, foreign investment and sophisticated contractual arrangements. Her strong track record is consistently recognised and endorsed by clients.

    • Maria is very attentive and takes a business-driven approach.

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    • Maria demonstrates a strong understanding of the commercial, operational and patrimonial impacts of legal issues, providing balanced, viable and strategically appropriate guidance. This integrated vision reinforces the value of her advice and sets her apart in client service.

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    • Maria Bofill combines strong expertise with the ability to deliver high-quality results efficiently. She is responsive, reliable and always willing to share knowledge.

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    • Consistently demonstrating technical expertise, efficiency and clear communication, Maria Bofill makes all the difference in our daily work, and her committed and reliable support is highly valued.

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    • Maria Bofill is an impeccable professional.

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  • Fernanda Fossati
    Fernanda Fossati

    Fernanda Fossati

    Partner Fernanda Fossati plays a key role in handling intricate corporate mandates and has been noted for her growing expertise in this field.

    • Fernanda approached the matter in a very creative, outside-the-box way, which resulted in a very positive experience.

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    • Fernanda Fossati demonstrates a great deal of experience and technical knowledge in the field, which gives us a high level of confidence.

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    • An excellent professional, Fernanda consistently demonstrates technical knowledge, strong client commitment and quick problem-solving.

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  • Luis Renato Ferreira da Silva
    Luis Renato Ferreira da Silva

    Luis Renato Ferreira da Silva

    Luis Renato Ferreira da Silva's expertise covers corporate law, including due diligence consultation and assistance in M&A deals. Clients benefit from his long-standing experience in litigation and arbitration proceedings.

    • With a strong vision and deep knowledge of our company, Luis Renato Ferreira da Silva understands our preferred approach and brings clarity to proposals, guiding and aligning M&A objectives to ensure they are achieved.

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    • Luis Renato is wonderful in contract matters, a true standout in the field, and brilliant, highly intelligent and impressive in his work.

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Ranked Individuals at TozziniFreire (3)

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    Fernanda Fossati

    Corporate/Commercial: Rio Grande do Sul

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    Luis Renato Ferreira da Silva

    Head of Corporate/Commercial: Rio Grande do Sul

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