Brazil Guide 2025 : Brazil
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Provided by Trench Rossi Watanabe
Trench Rossi Watanabe has in-depth knowledge of the financial and banking markets, and is an active leader in the structuring and development of such markets in Brazil.
The Firm regularly provides legal assistance to leading clients as both creditors and debtors. It is highly regarded by clients for the ability to lead innovative operational projects from inception to completion, and develop new products that benefit domestic and foreign investors.
Representing foreign investors in their operations in the Brazilian capital market, Trench Rossi’s Banking and Finance practice group handles complex, high-value portfolio investments, fixed income investments, stock exchange, and derivatives operations. It also advises important foreign financial institutions and other institutional investors in transactions related to capital and financial markets in Brazil.
The team is the go-to advisor for several banks in Brazil, Europe, and the United States on regulatory and transactional issues. They also assist large Brazilian companies on a daily basis with all manner of banking and financial transactions, including advising on regulatory issues involving fintechs, foreign exchange issues, means of payment for international transfers, and derivatives.
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Trench Rossi Watanabe is recognised for its involvement in all aspects of transactions, particularly in complex contract structuring, project finance, and debt restructuring. The team has expertise in regulatory matters across banking and FinTech,
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Trench Rossi Watanabe assisted China Construction Bank (Asia) Corporation Limited, as Brazilian legal advisers, with the USD174 million pre-export financing agreement entered into by and between the lender and Vale S.A.
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Trench Rossi Watanabe adds real value, with a commercially minded team. The banking and finance department is pragmatic and results-oriented. They are exactly what we seek in a legal partner.
Trench Rossi brings proven experience, solid academic training and a commitment to continuously updating their knowledge in areas relevant to their practice.
The partners have deep and notable technical knowledge in banking law, financial market regulation and the capital markets. Their ability to meet client needs across diverse areas truly stands out.
Agility is their standout strength. Every stage of the work was completed in record time. Their technical knowledge, friendly-yet-firm approach and strong focus on results are also key highlights.
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Luis Ambrósio is a solid practitioner who has played a role in managing intricate banking operations, earning recognition for his growing expertise in this area.
Luís Ambrósio stands out for his exceptional technical expertise, strong negotiation skills and decades of experience, making him a highly trusted and effective adviser.
Luis Ambrósio understands the urgency of situations and is excellent at facilitating relationships with other deal participants.
Luis Ambrósio's practicality is a real asset. He approaches the work with a commercial mindset and is really focused on finding solutions. We appreciate that.
Associate to watch Rafael Disposti advises a broad range of financial institutions and investors on complex financing, banking and fund structuring matters.
Rafael Dispositi ensures smooth execution and handles all documentation with precision.
Rafael is an excellent professional with great service delivery.
Rafael Disposti is a very competent and helpful professional.
Banking & Finance
Banking & Finance
Provided by Trench Rossi Watanabe
Luis Ambrósio
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