Corporate/M&A (International Firms)
Brazil
4 years ranked
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Filipe Areno
Global 2026
Ranked in 2 practice areas
About
Provided by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
Global
Practice Areas
Assists Latin American / U.S. clients in public / private offerings of equity / debt securities and M&A. Has handled 80+ offerings representing issuers and underwriters, including Raízen's US$1.3 billion IPO (the largest IPO in 2021) and BTG Pactual's multiple equity and debt offerings. M&A recent work includes two ongoing De-SPACs involving Semantix and Superbac, Mubadala's US$1.6 billion acquisition of RLAM (the first refinery to be sold by Petrobras) and Adtalem's US$465 million sale of its Brazilian educational business to YDUQS.
Career
LL.M., The University of Chicago Law School; J.D., The University of São Paulo Law School
Personal
English, Portuguese, Spanish.
Chambers Review
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Chambers Global Guide
Corporate/M&A (International Firms) - Brazil
Band 3
Individual Editorial
Filipe Areno maintains a broad corporate practice, acting on M&A and capital markets mandates. The São Paulo-based partner handles major acquisitions in Brazil and is noted for his practice involving special purpose acquisition companies.
Capital Markets (International Firms) - Brazil
Band 3
Individual Editorial
São Paulo-based partner Filipe Areno is a respected figure acting as international counsel on a wide range of capital markets transactions, especially deals that involve emission of debt notes.
Strengths
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He is an extremely available and approachable partner who adapts well to our needs. Filipe is quick, has a thorough understanding of practical aspects and is well versed in Brazilian jurisdictions.
Corporate/M&A (International Firms)Chambers Global GuideFilipe Areno is a highly competent professional, with a solid background and excellent technical expertise. He acts confidently, provides clear explanations and contributes significantly to our company.
Corporate/M&A (International Firms)Chambers Global GuideFilipe is a highly skilled professional, who is very well positioned to work on cross-border deals and projects involving Brazil. He knows a lot about capital markets as well.
Corporate/M&A (International Firms)Chambers Global GuideFilipe is highly approachable and readily available. He has strong practical knowledge and adapts well to clients’ needs, especially given his deep knowledge of Brazilian clients and jurisdictions.
Capital Markets (International Firms)Chambers Global GuideI was very well assisted by Filipe Areno.
Capital Markets (International Firms)Chambers Global GuideFilipe Areno is a highly skilled professional who is very well positioned to work on cross-border deals and projects involving Brazil. He knows a lot about capital markets as well.
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