Project Finance (International Firms) - Brazil
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 and infrastructure sectors across Brazil and Latin America.
Strengths
"They are good, with a very high level of knowledge. They know a lot, so I call when I have questions in general. They are always available."
"White & Case is very good and very active."
"White & Case's lawyers are always available, they answer questions quickly. They were excellent, attentive, creative, efficient and worked very well. We are very satisfied."
"White & Case is an established law firm, with wide knowledge on Brazil. Their lawyers have been based in the country for years and build local expertise."
Work Highlights
White & Case advised Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank on the refinancing of a USD2.45 billion facility agreement of Transportadora Associada de Gás.
Notable Practitioners
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, finance and acquisition finance transactions. "John Anderson is a very good lawyer."
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 the power, mining, LNG, oil and gas, transportation, telecom and satellite sectors in Brazil. "Martin Menski is an excellent, competent lawyer, with extensive knowledge of financing operations. He knows how to calmly manage complex negotiations and offer good solutions." "He is a great project finance lawyer."