Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown

Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown is a full-service Brazilian law firm that draws on its in-depth local knowledge and a leading global platform to advise organizations with multijurisdictional operations. Operating in association with Mayer Brown since 2009, the firm – which has over 160 lawyers based in Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Espírito Santo and Brasília – offers clients a complete range of legal services and stands out for its distinguished track record and long-standing presence in the energy, capital markets, corporate and M&A, infrastructure, finance, real estate sectors and tax, among others.

Our diverse teams of lawyers are recognised by our clients as strategic partners with strong commercial instincts who anticipate challenges and deliver innovative legal solutions. From simple everyday transactions to extremely complex and sophisticated deals, the firm provides counsel to clients, hailing from all major sectors of the economy, with an unparalleled level of excellence in the legal market.

The firm also has a wealth of experience representing clients in Lusophone Africa, especially in Angola and Mozambique, with decades advising on high-end international investment matters in the region, including projects involving infrastructure, energy and engineering issues as well as general corporate, tax, litigation and immigration law.

Firm Overview:

Tauil & Chequer Advogados is a full-service Brazilian law firm that operates in association with Mayer Brown, a leading international law firm positioned to represent the world’s major corporations, funds and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes.

OUR CLIENT SERVICE PRINCIPLES

·Delivering the best legal advice and service

·Leveraging our deep commercial instincts to serve as our clients’ strategic partners and trusted advisors

·Building diverse teams of lawyers from our market-leading practices to help achieve our clients’ goals

·Solving our clients’ most complex problems with creative and innovative ideas

·Collaborating across offices to deliver the best of our knowledge wherever in the world it’s needed

·Using technology to develop new ways to deliver timely and efficient client service

Main Areas of Practice:

Banking & Finance:

Many of the firm’s largest clients are bank holding companies, commercial banks, investment banks, insurance companies, asset-based lenders, leasing companies or institutional real estate companies. The firm also represents finance companies, funds and investors, and borrowers operating in many different industries.

Capital Markets:

The firm represents both issuers and underwriters in a wide variety of debt and equity offerings and has an experienced structured finance practice working at the forefront of the market for securitised products.

Chemicals:

The firm advises on transactions and matters involving environmental and other regulations, dispute resolution, antitrust and competition, risk management, investigations and compliance, government and global trade, intellectual property and tax.

Corporate & Securities:

The firm advises leading global companies and financial institutions on some of their most important transactions, including complex cross-border deals and industry-specific issues. Key experience includes capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, private equity and technology transactions.

Employment & Benefits:

The firm solves complex issues in employment, employee benefits, executive compensation, ERISA litigation and pensions using its country-by-country knowledge of employment law and practices.

Financial Services Regulatory & Enforcement:

The firm advises on bank regulatory, consumer financial services, regulatory compliance and due diligence, investigations and enforcement, licensing, broker-dealer regulation and compliance, investment management and insurance/reinsurance.

Fintech:

The multipractice team counsels on transactions, disputes and regulatory matters at the intersection of financial services and technology.

Funds:

Our global Fund Formation practice comprises approximately 100 lawyers from across our firm’s worldwide practice areas. We leverage our leading Fund Finance, Private Equity, Tax, Investment Management & Enforcement, Institutional Investor, ERISA and Pension Investment practices to execute for our clients at the center of global fund formation markets.

Global Energy:

Our Global Energy lawyers have decades of experience representing clients in the oil, natural gas, LNG and power industries and an excellent track record working with clients on renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, biofuel and other technologies. Our broad and deep industry experience enables us to support clients through the full lifecycle of energy transition projects, including hydrogen and CCUS projects.

Global Trade:

The firm offers in-depth knowledge of virtually every aspect of international trade and investment, including market access and trade policy, trade remedies, trade compliance, international litigation and dispute settlement, ITC Section 337 investigations and the WTO.

Government:

With offices in key business centres around the world, the firm advises clients on global public policy agendas. Government contracts lawyers help clients from almost every industry manage all aspects of the contracting process at the federal, state and local levels.

Insurance:

The firm represents nearly 400 insurers, reinsurers and related entities such as brokers, banks, and investors in litigation and alternative dispute resolution; investigations and enforcement; and transactions that include M&A, capital raising and structured finance.

Intellectual Property:

Multinationals, emerging growth companies and established midsize businesses rely on the firm to assess IP portfolios; perform due diligence; secure patents, trademarks, trade secrets or copyrights; and litigate to resolve business disputes over infringement or misappropriation.

Life Sciences:

The firm advises clients—from start-ups to some of the largest life sciences companies—in the global pharmaceuticals, biotech and medical device industries on issues including transactions; dispute resolution; intellectual property, antitrust and competition; risk management, investigations and compliance; government and global trade; tax and transfer pricing; and environmental issues.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution:

The firm advises clients on issues involving antitrust and competition; commercial litigation; consumer litigation and class actions; cybersecurity & data privacy; electronic discovery and information management; employment and ERISA; environmental; international arbitration; product liability and mass torts; securities enforcement and litigation; US Supreme Court and appellate, and white collar defence and compliance.

Mergers & Acquisitions:

More than 300 lawyers across four continents advise on complex, cross-border and high-profile strategic transactions, representing public and private companies, private equity and leveraged buyout firms, special committees and management groups —including many Fortune 100, FTSE 100, CAC 40, HKE and DAX-listed companies.

Private Equity:

The market-leading practice provides a full-service offering to clients in the funds and alternative investments industry. The practice spans the life cycle of a fund, its sponsor/manager and all underlying investments.

Projects & Infrastructure:

Decades of combined experience across asset classes, geographies and transaction structures make this the go-to firm for infrastructure investment transactions as well as restructurings and disputes. Clients include infrastructure funds, pension and sovereign wealth funds and direct investors.

Real Estate:

The firm advises on every stage of the real estate cycle, including acquisition, disposition, construction, leasing, financing, zoning and environmental matters. Clients include banks, real estate investment trusts, institutional investors, pension funds, private equity, opportunity funds, governments, statutory bodies, insurance companies, real estate holding companies, developers and corporations.

Regulatory & Investigations:

Leveraging former prosecutorial and in-house experience, the team helps clients comply with an increasingly complex regulatory framework, address multijurisdictional issues and respond to risks posed by administrative, regulatory or criminal investigations and related civil enforcement proceedings.

Restructuring:

The firm has extensive experience in cross-border restructuring and formal insolvencies and represents corporate debtors, company directors, lenders (throughout the capital structure), bondholders, liquidators, receivers, administrators, trustees, debtor-in-possession (DIP) loan providers, insurers, pension fund trustees, special servicers and landlords on all aspects of restructuring, bankruptcy and insolvency.

Tax (Tax Controversy, Tax Transactions & Consulting):

The firm covers every aspect of corporate, partnership and individual taxation, including taxation of cross-border transactions, litigation and state and local issues. Subpractices focus on transactions, consulting and planning, audits, administrative appeals, litigation and international transfer pricing.

Wealth Management (Trusts, Estates & Foundations):

The firm’s advice to high-net-worth individuals reaches beyond minimising taxes to ensuring solutions to complex issues while maintaining flexibility to accommodate unforeseen events and family situations.

Practice Area Contacts: 

■ Africa: Alexandre Chequer, Gonçalo Falcão, Paulo Rage

■ Anti-Corruption & Compliance: Luís Adams, Michel Sancovski

■ Antitrust, Competition, Government & Global Trade: Isabella Giorgi

■ Banking & Finance: Eduardo Lima, Luis Montes

■ Bankruptcy & Restructuring: Liv Machado

■ Capital Markets & Securitization: Carlos Motta, Bruno Cerqueira, Rodolfo Tella, Luis Montes, José Paulo Marzagao, Ludmila Braga

■ Corporate & M&A: Alexandre Chequer, Carlos Motta, Victor Galante, Daniel Gunzburger, Daniella Raigorodsky Monteiro, Bruno Belchior, Bruno Salzano

■ Employment & Benefits: Aline Fidelis

■ Energy: Alexandre Chequer, Victor Galante, Bruno Belchior, Débora Yanasse

■ Environment: Luiz Gustavo Bezerra

■ Infrastructure: Eduardo Lima, Victor Galante, Bruno Werneck, Bruno Salzano, Juliana Deguirmendjian

■ Intellectual Property: Cristiane Manzueto

■ Litigation & Arbitration: Gustavo Fernandes, Fabio Peixinho, Luís Adams, Mauro Pedroso, Gustavo Scheffer

■ Mining: Victor Galante, Tiago Macedo

■ Private Equity & Venture Capital: Alexandre Chequer, Carlos Motta, Daniel Gunzburger, Guilherme Tranquillini

■ Ports & Maritime: Juliana Senna

■ Public Law: Bruno Werneck, Flavio Amaral, Henrique Rocha

■ Real Estate: José Paulo Marzagão, Ludmila Braga

■ Tax: Ivan Tauil, Guido Vinci, Eduardo Maccari Telles, Ana Luiza Martins, Carolina Bottino

■ Telecommunications: Guido Vinci

Firm Overview:

Tauil & Chequer Advogados, in association with the global law firm Mayer Brown, is a leading full-service Brazilian law firm recognized for its legal excellence and strategic insight in navigating complex legal matters. With deep roots in the Brazilian legal landscape and seamless integration with international capabilities, the firm is uniquely positioned to advise major corporations, investment funds, and financial institutions of all sizes, both locally and globally.

Headquartered in Brazil, Tauil & Chequer has offices in key economic hubs, including Brasília, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Vitória. This widespread presence ensures the firm can deliver exceptional accessibility and responsiveness to clients nationwide. The firm’s team, comprising experienced partners and associates, is widely recognized for its industry knowledge, technical expertise, and innovative approach to problem-solving.

Tauil & Chequer Advogados offers a comprehensive range of legal services, advising clients in both routine matters and high-stakes, cross-border transactions. Its ability to deliver tailored legal solutions with agility and precision has positioned the firm as a trusted advisor to Brazilian and international clients alike.

The longstanding collaboration with Mayer Brown enhances the firm’s ability to provide integrated, world-class legal counsel across jurisdictions. Whether advising on regulatory compliance, corporate governance or large-scale infrastructure and energy projects, the firm brings a practical and solutions-driven approach to every engagement.

As a key player in the Brazilian legal market, Tauil & Chequer Advogados, in association with Mayer Brown, delivers exceptional legal service with a global perspective, building strategic, long-term relationships grounded in trust, integrity and results.

CLIENT SERVICE PRINCIPLES

• Delivering the best legal advice and service

• Leveraging our deep commercial instincts to serve as our clients’ strategic partners and trusted advisors

• Building diverse teams of lawyers from our market-leading practices to help achieve our clients’ goals

• Solving our clients’ most complex problems with creative and innovative ideas

• Collaborating across offices to deliver the best of our knowledge wherever in the world it’s needed

• Using technology to develop new ways to deliver timely and efficient client service

Main Practice Areas and Industries:

Anti-corruption & Compliance:

Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown provides comprehensive global anti-corruption compliance and investigation services, addressing the complexities of the Brazilian Clean Companies Act, the FCPA, the UK Bribery Act, and other international regulations. The firm specializes in developing corporate compliance programs, conducting due diligence for transactions, managing internal investigations, and representing clients in enforcement proceedings. With a deep understanding of local and international anti-corruption frameworks, the firm ensures thorough risk mitigation and robust legal defense in an increasingly regulated global environment.

Key contacts: Luís Inácio Adams, and Michel Sancovski.

Antitrust and Competition:

The Antitrust and Competition team at Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown provides comprehensive legal counsel on Brazilian competition law, handling complex merger control filings with CADE, defending against anticompetitive practices, and conducting internal compliance investigations. The firm represents clients in cartel cases, negotiates settlements with regulatory authorities, and offers strategic advice on abusive practices and day-to-day business operations, including distribution policies and contract negotiations. With a strong track record and strategic offices in Brasília and São Paulo, the team ensures efficient interaction with competition authorities and delivers high-quality, agile service to both national and multinational clients across various industries. The firm is also recognized for its expertise in compliance matters and in managing competition-related investigations.

Key contacts: Christian Roschmann, and Victor Galante.

Bankruptcy & Insolvency:

The firm provides global legal support to financial institutions, investors, and companies in litigation strategy and transactional solutions for bankruptcy, debt restructuring, and credit recovery. They represent corporate debtors, creditors, bondholders, liquidators, trustees, loan providers, and other stakeholders with proactive and creative solutions based on a multidisciplinary approach that mitigates risks and enhances value for all parties involved, focusing on distressed asset investments and trustee representation.

Key contacts: Liv Machado.

Employment & Benefits:

Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown addresses complex employment issues, including employee benefits, executive compensation, ERISA litigation, and pensions, using its in-depth knowledge of global employment law. The firm assists companies with all aspects of labor relations, from hiring to dismissal, with a focus on minimizing liabilities. Their expertise extends to structuring benefits and executive compensation plans, navigating tax and social security implications, and handling cross-border employment and immigration matters, including visa acquisition and expatriation. Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown ensures compliance with both local and international regulations, providing comprehensive legal solutions to clients.

Key contacts: Aline Fidelis.

Intellectual Property and Data Protection:

The firm offers an integrated, global Intellectual Property (IP) and Data Protection practice, providing comprehensive advice to multinational corporations, midsize businesses, and emerging growth companies. The firm specializes in assessing IP portfolios, conducting due diligence, securing patents, trademarks, trade secrets, or copyrights, and handling complex litigation to resolve disputes over infringement or misappropriation. Their services cover technology transfers, licensing, strategic IP asset management, and anti-counterfeiting programs. In addition, they provide antitrust guidance on IP transactions and have significant experience in international patent enforcement and policy.

Key contacts: Eduardo Telles, and Ivan Tauil.

Litigation & Arbitration:

The firm provides comprehensive litigation and arbitration services, handling complex multi-jurisdictional disputes across various areas. These include antitrust, commercial litigation, cybersecurity, employment law, environmental issues, and international arbitration. The firm’s lawyers are experienced in both traditional court litigation and arbitration under major associations such as ICC, LCIA, and ICDR/AAA, as well as domestic institutions. Their approach is business-focused, aiming to resolve disputes early and preserve client relationships. The firm excels in highly sensitive cases, including product liability, securities enforcement, and white-collar defense, ensuring that clients achieve their objectives efficiently and effectively.

Key contacts: Augusto Aras, Eduardo Telles, Fábio Peixinho, Gustavo Fernandes de Andrade, Gustavo Scheffer da Silveira, Henrique Rocha, João Luiz Cople, Luís Inácio Adams, and Mauro Pedroso Gonçalves.

Tax (Tax Controversy, Tax Transactions & Consulting):

The firm offers comprehensive tax services, covering all aspects of corporate, partnership, and individual taxation, including cross-border transactions, litigation, and state and local issues, with specialized sub-practices in transactions, planning, audits, appeals, and transfer pricing. Its expertise extends to international tax planning, capital transactions, and expatriate matters, ensuring compliance with complex obligations like FIN 48 and FAS 5. They excel in negotiations with tax authorities for incentives and rulings, optimize tax efficiency in corporate restructurings, and represent clients in administrative and judicial proceedings, including before the Supreme Courts, providing creative solutions and quickly addressing questionable tax interpretations.

Key contacts: Ana Luiza Martins, Carolina Bottino, Diego Miguita, Eduardo Telles, Flávia Cavalcanti, Giampaolo Marzulli, Guido Vinci, Ivan Tauil, and Luís Inácio Adams.