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White & Case LLP

Project Finance (International Firms)

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White & Case LLP

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Project Finance (International Firms) - Brazil

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

White & Case is a first-class firm advising clients on the full spectrum of project finance law. The firm established its practice with the opening of an office in Brazil in 1997, focusing on assisting the energy, infrastructure and renewable sectors across Brazil and Latin America.

Work Highlights

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  • White and Case advised BNDES on the financing of the UTE Portocém I, a thermal power plant, in the city of Bacarena, Para, worth BRL3.5 billion.

Strengths

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  • White & Case brings deep expertise and comprehensive understanding, complemented by exceptional market insight

    Project Finance (International Firms) respondentBrazil
  • White & Case's team is excellent. They have a deep understanding of our business and consistently go beyond the legal aspects

    Project Finance (International Firms) respondentBrazil
  • W&C team is pragmatic and consistently demonstrates unmatched knowledge of the nuances of each sector, especially in structured transactions, in which they have deep expertise and track record.

    Project Finance (International Firms) respondentBrazil
  • W&C provided excellent business insights, including whether and how to invest, consistently thinking outside the box and staying highly engaged in the deals. They are always the best leading team.

    Project Finance (International Firms) respondentBrazil

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1John Anderson
    Band 1John Anderson

    John Anderson

    John Anderson is a project finance practitioner frequently mandated by high-profile corporate clients to handle a variety of cross-border transactions in Brazil and other jurisdictions in Latin America, including banking, equity and acquisition finance transactions.

    • John embodies a unique combination of skills and expertise.

      Project Finance (International Firms) respondentBrazil
    • John is competent and efficient, contributing significantly on the commercial front with innovative transactions. He goes beyond by developing creative structures and thinking outside the box.

      Project Finance (International Firms) respondentBrazil
  • Band 3Martin Menski
    Band 3Martin Menski

    Martin Menski

    Martin Menski is a seasoned project finance lawyer, frequently sought out to advise clients on the development and financing of market-leading, award-winning projects. He is active covering a great variety of sectors in Brazil, including O&G, transportation and telecom.

    • Martin is excellent and has deep knowledge of the business. Beyond the legal aspects, his expertise is extensive. He is incredibly helpful in guiding us on what is or isn’t relevant for our case.

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