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White & Case LLP

Corporate/M&A (International Firms)

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White & Case LLP

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Corporate/M&A (International Firms) - Brazil

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

White & Case has not only built a formidable presence in Brazil, but also maintains a highly qualified team of Portuguese-speaking lawyers with experience in Brazil-related deals in its New York, Houston, Madrid and Miami offices. Its wide M&A offering is much admired by top Brazil clients, many of whom maintain a long-term relationship with the firm, which established and boosted its presence in the country before many of its peers in the market.

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Work Highlights

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  • White & Case advised Vale on its acquisition of 15% of Anglo American Minério de Ferro Brasil's shares.

Strengths

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  • White & Case supported us through several highly complex transactions, providing outstanding assistance to our company. I always recommend them - their team is second to none.

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  • White & Case displays expertise to coordinate highly complex cross-border negotiations. The firm's team is helpful, available and has the technical knowledge needed for our demands.

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  • Their team excelled in combining technical expertise with optimal delivery. White & Case assisted us with a proactive and collaborative approach that stood out during the transaction.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Donald Baker
    Donald Baker

    Donald Baker

    Donald Baker is an eminent practitioner who advises on banking, M&A and capital market deals and is lauded for his capacity to build and foster high-level business relationships. He is acquainted with the country's business culture and has experience in handling sensitive issues. Baker is also commended for his management and leadership skills.

    • Donald Baker is a highly important lawyer in the corporate and M&A arena in Brazil. He speaks Portuguese and deserves credit for his work.

      Corporate/M&A (International Firms) respondentBrazil

    • He is a great lawyer who has been in Brazil for many years. Donald is very friendly and easy to work with.

      Corporate/M&A (International Firms) respondentBrazil

    • Donald is a well-known and highly regarded lawyer in Brazil.

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  • Rodrigo Dominguez
    Rodrigo Dominguez

    Rodrigo Dominguez

    Rodrigo Dominguez is building a solid practice advising important Brazilian clients on cross-border acquisitions. The Houston-based partner heads White & Case's M&A practice in Latin America.

    • Rodrigo Dominguez has a highly developed legal knowledge in cross-border transactions in LATAM, including Brazil. He knows how regulators work in different jurisdictions.

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  • Emilio Grandío
    Emilio Grandío

    Emilio Grandío

    Emilio Grandío is well equipped to assist clients with share acquisitions, advise on potential transactions in the oil and gas sector, and provide sell-side counsel in the context of corporate reorganisations.

    • Emilio Grandío is an excellent partner, who has the ability to navigate complex situations.

      Corporate/M&A (International Firms) respondentBrazil

    • Emilio is hardworking, smart and nice to work with. He is excellent.

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    • He is a very creative lawyer who displays great negotiation skills. While facing challenging moments, Emilio is very calm and emotionally intelligent.

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