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Trench Rossi Watanabe

Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro

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Trench Rossi Watanabe

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Trench Rossi Watanabe’s Rio de Janeiro corporate and commercial team has 50 years of local experience assisting investors, funds and companies of all industries and sizes from routine, corporate maintenance, contractual matters to the most complex transactions, with particular expertise in handling highly complex inbound and outbound transactions for both local and foreign clients.

The team offers specialist expertise on corporate and transactional work, multijurisdictional restructuring projects, private equity and venture capital deals, and have built deep relationships with clients across a range of industries that includes infrastructure, technology, energy & natural resources, education, insurance, life sciences, retail and chemicals & pharmaceuticals, with especial remark for oil & gas - a strong asset for the operation in Rio de Janeiro.

They combine an understanding of the Rio's market and culture with sectors experience and local knowledge to assist clients with the most efficient legal solutions.

Trench Rossi Watanabe is one of Rio de Janeiro's lead coordinating firm in high-end deals involving Brazilian companies and multiple jurisdictions worldwide, consistently delivering maximum cost efficiency and added value to the clients through industry backed expertise, hands-on involvement and robust project management.

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Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Trench Rossi Watanabe is an established firm for corporate work in both national and local contexts. In Rio de Janeiro, the skilled team advises clients on complex matters related to M&A, investments, private equity and joint ventures.

Work Highlights

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  • Trench Rossi Watanabe advised Salesforce on a BRL130 million investment in Pagaleve.

Strengths

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  • Trench Rossi demonstrates strong professionalism, notable agility for a firm of its size, and close engagement from senior partners. The team shows in-depth knowledge across all matters, not only at partner level but also throughout its broader bench.

    Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro respondentBrazil
  • The main strengths of Trench Rossi Watanabe include its high level of technical expertise, which sets the firm apart, as well as its strong understanding of the business and regulatory environment. The team also demonstrates strategic collaboration with our shareholders and the ability to deliver consistent legal solutions aligned with corporate objectives and governance frameworks.

    Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro respondentBrazil
  • They demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the market and corporate environment, and are well prepared to handle disputes of all levels of complexity. Trench Rossi also goes beyond purely legal analysis, offering a broader, business-oriented perspective.

    Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro respondentBrazil
  • The team demonstrates consistent quality in its deliverables, providing clear, well-structured analyses that are readily applicable in practice and support effective decision-making. Another key strength is Trench Rossi’s ability to coordinate across different areas of law, ensuring a cohesive and efficient approach to complex matters. The firm also stands out for its agility, high availability and proactive approach, anticipating client needs and offering solutions in advance, while maintaining close relationships and a strong commitment to service.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Anna Tavares de Mello
    Band 2Anna Tavares de Mello

    Anna Tavares de Mello

    Anna Tavares de Mello is highly recognised by market sources as a key partner in the national and Rio de Janeiro corporate scenes, assisting companies with investments and transactions.

    • Anna is very professional, accessible and a reliable person.

      Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro respondentBrazil
    • Anna Tavares de Mello is deeply committed to defending her clients’ interests and excels at leading negotiations with harmony.

      Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro respondentBrazil
    • Anna Tavares de Mello is a business-oriented lawyer with strong technical expertise and a clear commitment to her clients.

      Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro respondentBrazil
    • Partner Anna Mello and her team possess high technical skills and the ability to solve complex and highly strategic problems.

      Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro respondentBrazil
  • Band 3Monica Pereira Cavalcanti
    Band 3Monica Pereira Cavalcanti

    Monica Pereira Cavalcanti

    Monica Pereira Cavalcanti is co-head of department and assists clients with a range of corporate mandates including M&A, private equity and venture capital.

    • Monica Cavalcanti stands out for her extremely high level of commitment to the client, always being very accessible and agile, even on urgent or complex matters. Her communication is clear, objective and well directed, which greatly facilitates the handling of daily issues.

      Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro respondentBrazil
    • Monica Cavalcanti is a great lawyer, friendly and super smart.

      Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro respondentBrazil

Ranked Individuals at Trench Rossi Watanabe (2)

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    Anna Tavares de Mello

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    Monica Pereira Cavalcanti

    Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro

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