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TozziniFreire

Energy & Natural Resources: Power

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TozziniFreire

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Our Infrastructure & Energy team is a multidisciplinary group of lawyers, collaborating with several different practice areas within the firm. The area also includes project finance, a sector in which the firm has much experience. Our lawyers are fully prepared to provide legal services in several infrastructure sectors, including projects arising from the investment plans currently coordinated by the Federal Government, such as the New PAC (Growth Acceleration Program) and the Logistics Investment Program (PIL).

We deal with all types of agents in the electric power sector in a wide range of transactions, involving energy generation, transmission, distribution, trading, and consumption. Our work comprises M&A transactions, greenfield project development, financing, regulatory matters, representation of clients in administrative and judicial discussions and general legal assistance involving the sector. A major highlight of our experience is in the field of renewable energy, especially wind power, solar power, biomass, and biomethane.

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Energy & Natural Resources: Power - Brazil

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

TozziniFreire Advogados has a capable power department within a respected full-service firm, with a good reputation for handling significant transactions. The firm acts for notable domestic and multinational clients engaging in energy M&A and assets, as well as assisting them with commercial matters concerning project development. The team is well equipped to handle both power generation and distribution matters.

Work Highlights

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  • TozziniFreire advised J&F Investimentos on acquisition of Eletrobras’ stake in Eletronuclear, including structuring, due diligence and negotiation of transaction documents and regulatory analysis.

Strengths

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  • TozziniFreire's team took a collaborative approach in our process and worked to simplify discussions.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil
  • The law firm is approachable, technically strong and business-oriented. TozziniFreire's professionals deliver high-quality service and robust responses.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil
  • TozziniFreire stands out for its flexibility, closeness and focus on creating value for the client.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil
  • They have strong knowledge of the energy sector. TozziniFreire's team acted as a partner and had a quick follow up.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Laura Garcia de Freitas Souza
    Band 4Laura Garcia de Freitas Souza

    Laura Garcia de Freitas Souza

    Laura Garcia de Freitas Souza concentrates her power practice on matters arising in the regulatory field, as well as joint venture and the acquisition of solar energy projects.

    • Laura Garcia is a well-rounded professional, attentive to changes in the energy sector, interacting with various fronts and working directly with Aneel. She possesses a market and business vision that is very much aligned with reality, which adds significant value to her work. She is approachable and willing to clarify any questions we bring to her, no matter how complex they may be. A professional I definitely recommend to anyone seeking excellent results.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil
    • Laura Garcia de Freitas Souza is a point of reference for matters on self-production of energy.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil
    • Laura Garcia is extremely attuned to regulatory trends, works on complex operations and is a great partner to her clients.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentBrazil

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    Laura Garcia de Freitas Souza

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power

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