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Fernanda Fossati

Fernanda Fossati

Brazil 2026

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Ranked in 1 practice area

About

Provided by TozziniFreire

Brazil: Regions

Practice Areas

ESG - Environmental, Social and Governance

Mergers and Acquisitions

Corporate Governance

Wealth & Succession Planning

Corporate Law and Foreign Investment

Private Equity & Venture Capital

Career

Fernanda has over 12 years´ experience in complex M&A negotiations, in coordination and implementation of infrastructure projects and in the advisory area of business law, succession planning and commercial agreements. She has represented clients in acquisitions and investments in several sectors, such as renewable energy, mining, banking, agribusiness, technology and medical services. In the advisory area, Fernanda is highly skilled in conducting corporate reorganizations, implementing corporate governance practices, involving both family groups and publicly-held companies, monitoring the day-to-day corporate activities, as well as operations to prepare businesses for sale. Her expertise in infrastructure projects includes drafting commercial agreements, advising and monitoring the implementation of projects, and structuring of companies. Since 2018, Fernanda has been involved in innovation and startups-related matters, having conducted investment rounds in Brazilian startups, mainly in the southern region of Brazil, and participated in negotiations and preparation of documents for the implementation of governance in startups. The immersive experience acquired by taking a Venture Capital course in Berkeley, California, allowed Fernanda to focus her activities on this market.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Brazil: Regions

Corporate/Commercial: Rio Grande do Sul - Brazil

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Partner Fernanda Fossati plays a key role in handling intricate corporate mandates and has been noted for her growing expertise in this field.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Fernanda approached the matter in a very creative, outside-the-box way, which resulted in a very positive experience.

    Corporate/Commercial: Rio Grande do SulChambers Brazil: Regions
  • Fernanda Fossati demonstrates a great deal of experience and technical knowledge in the field, which gives us a high level of confidence.

    Corporate/Commercial: Rio Grande do SulChambers Brazil: Regions
  • An excellent professional, Fernanda consistently demonstrates technical knowledge, strong client commitment and quick problem-solving.

    Corporate/Commercial: Rio Grande do SulChambers Brazil: Regions

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