Department profile
Trench Rossi Watanabe

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Brazil


Trench Rossi Watanabe

Rankings

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Banking & Finance - Brazil

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

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.

Work Highlights

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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 the lender and Vale S.A.

Strengths

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  • Trench Rossi brings proven experience, solid academic training and a commitment to continuously updating their knowledge in areas relevant to their practice.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • 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.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • 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.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • The partners have deep and notable technical knowledge in banking law, financial market regulation and capital markets. Their ability to meet client needs across diverse areas truly stands out.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 5Luis Ambrósio
    Band 5Luis Ambrósio

    Luis Ambrósio

    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.

    • Luis Ambrósio stands out for his exceptional technical expertise, strong negotiation skills and decades of experience, making him a highly trusted and effective adviser.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • 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.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Luis Ambrósio understands the urgency of situations and is excellent at facilitating relationships with other participants in the deal.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • Associates to watchRafael Disposti
    Associates to watchRafael Disposti

    Rafael Disposti

    Associate-to-watch Rafael Disposti advises a broad range of financial institutions and investors on complex financing, banking and fund-structuring matters.

    • Rafael Disposti is a very competent and helpful professional.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Rafael Dispositi ensures smooth execution and handles all documentation with precision.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Rafael is an excellent professional with great service delivery.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

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