Diego Gonçalves Coelho

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Founding Partner: Diego Gonçalves Coelho

Diego Gonçalves Coelho brings 17 years of extensive experience in the field of debt capital markets and securitisation. He is widely recognized as an expert in this area, possessing in-depth knowledge of the issuance of various securities, including bonds, shares, commercial papers, financial bills, and investment fund quotas. Coelho has a particular focus on securities linked to real estate and agribusiness, making him a sought-after advisor in these sectors.

His academic credentials are further enhanced by his role as a professor at FGV and his authorship of the book "Real Estate and Agribusiness Securitisation: Asset Partitioning in Securitisation Companies," published in 2020. Diego frequently shares his expertise as a speaker at various conferences and seminars, contributing to his reputation as a leading authority in his field.

His career has been marked by his involvement in innovative securitisation and structured finance deals, for which he has provided valuable insights to issuers and underwriters. Coelho is widely regarded as a leading lawyer in finance and securitisation, with extensive experience in transactions involving both performing and non-performing credits, residential mortgage-backed securities, mortgage loans, rental securitisation, sale & leaseback arrangements, built-to-suit projects, commercial real estate, and agribusiness securitisation.

Diego holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from Mackenzie Presbyterian University, a postgraduate degree in Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law from Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV), and a Master of Laws in Corporate Law from the University of São Paulo (USP).

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Firm: Coelho Advogados

Coelho Advogados is a specialized law firm that excels in Capital Markets & Securitisation, while also being recognized for its services in Real Estate, Finance, Agribusiness Finance, and Investment Funds. The firm’s primary objective is to deliver high-quality, client-focused services with a strong business-oriented approach. This commitment to client service has positioned Coelho Advogados as a trusted advisor in the legal landscape.

The firm is particularly known for its expertise in structured finance transactions, emphasizing real estate and agribusiness securitisation. The team possesses extensive experience in providing customized legal solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Coelho Advogados has built a reputation for its ability to structure complex and strategic securitisation and structured finance deals for high-profile clients, demonstrating its capacity to handle innovative and challenging transactions.

Since its foundation, in 2020, the firm has been involved in over three hundread (300) capital markets transactions, successfully raising more then BRL 20 billion. This impressive track record highlights the firm’s robust position in the market and its dedication to delivering exceptional results for its clients. Notable clients include MRV Engenharia, Construtora Tenda XP, Itaú BBA, Banco Inter, Virgo Companhia de Securitização, and Opea.

Coelho Advogados is recognized not only for its technical expertise but also for its strategic insights, making it a leader in the fields of capital markets and securitisation. The firm's dedication to innovation and client satisfaction continues to drive its success in a competitive landscape.