Global Guide 2026 : Brazil
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Trench Rossi Watanabe
Trench Rossi Watanabe advises in all aspects of Corporate/M&A, with particular expertise in handling highly complex inbound and outbound transactions.
The Firm's Corporate and Finance team coordinates high-end, sophisticated and multijurisdictional deals involving publicly listed and private Brazilian companies and it is renowned for having a strong international trade practice, assisting Fortune 500 international companies from several countries.
The professionals are constantly updated on the legal regulations changes in Brazil and abroad, being better qualified to advise companies in establishing their business in Brazil. In addition, the Firm has a practice devoted to provide sound and commercial advice for domestic reorganizations involving private or listed companies, and to coordinate planning and execution in other jurisdictions as well.
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Full-service firm Trench Rossi Watanabe is skilled in acting on diverse corporate mandates ranging from share acquisitions and joint ventures to due diligence and reorganisations. The firm's impressive client portfolio comprises major players from the food, consumer goods, agribusiness, and oil and gas industries. It also benefits from its association with international firm Baker McKenzie to advise on cross-border transactions.
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Trench Rossi advised Ares Management Corporation on the acquisition of
the international business of GLP Capital Partners Limited.
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Trench Rossi's partners' experience and ability to find creative solutions were key throughout the process. This is a very experienced team.
Trench Rossi stands out for its strong international reach and cross-border capabilities, positioning itself as a preferred choice for multinational clients operating in Brazil.
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Anna Tavares de Mello is well regarded by clients and market analysts for her practice handling cross-border operations and corporate restructuring mandates.
Anna Tavares de Mello is a role model in M&A that involve high sophistication. She manages to handle different kinds of transactions where commercial vision and strategic insight are important.
Anna Mello is a very experienced lawyer and partner. She is very good in difficult negotiations and she has helped us manage complex situations. She was always available, providing very good advice.
Cristina de Freitas Bueno has experience in handling M&A operations, acting on the negotiation, structuring and drafting of documents in the deal. She also has experience as a former investment banker.
Cristina Bueno brings not only deep transactional expertise but also a distinctive financial perspective shaped by her experience in investment banking.
Cristina de Freitas Bueno is a professional with extraordinary experience. This allows her to bring a specialised view to each transaction.
Partner Daniel De Miranda Facó demonstrates skill in dealing with complex M&A mandates. He is able to act on cross-border deals on behalf of national and international clients.
Daniel stands out among other lawyers I worked with.
Partner Mauricio Pacheco frequently advises clients on corporate mandates, including contractual, regulatory and compliance issues. He is also able to act on M&A.
I really like Mauricio Pacheco. He helped us a lot in day-to-day matters. He also helped us in drafting agreements.
Evaristo Lucena is an excellent adviser, meticulous in his analysis and very reasonable in negotiations, always focusing on what truly matters. He has a thorough understanding of the regulations.
Evaristo Lucena is an exceptional talent. His technical excellence, strategic insight and professionalism set him apart.
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Anna Tavares de Mello
View profile of Anna Tavares de MelloEvaristo Lucena
View profile of Evaristo LucenaDaniel De Miranda Facó
View profile of Daniel De Miranda FacóMauricio Pacheco
View profile of Mauricio PachecoCristina de Freitas Bueno
View profile of Cristina de Freitas Bueno
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