Banking & Finance (International Firms)
Brazil
4 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Francisco L Cestero
Brazil 2025
Ranked in 2 practice areas
Chambers Review
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Chambers Brazil: Transactional
Banking & Finance (International Firms) - Brazil
Band 1
Individual Editorial
Francisco L Cestero is a very well-established banking and finance practitioner, particularly active in international deals related to Brazil. A São Paulo-based partner, he is acknowledged for his precise legal work and expertise in high-complexity and high-value restructuring proceedings.
Corporate/M&A (International Firms) - Brazil
Band 3
Individual Editorial
Francisco Cestero, also known as Paco, is a key member of Cleary Gottlieb's respected São Paulo office. He is frequently seen handling high-value mergers and acquisitions and is noted by market participants for the variety of his corporate practice.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Francisco has a great ability to bring a practical perspective to complex matters.
Banking & Finance (International Firms)Chambers Brazil: TransactionalFrancisco is a very experienced lawyer, responsive and always provide helpful and straightforward advice.
Banking & Finance (International Firms)Chambers Brazil: TransactionalFrancisco is outstanding, an exceptional lawyer with remarkable strategic ability. He consistently find solutions that meet the parties’ commercial interests.
Banking & Finance (International Firms)Chambers Brazil: TransactionalFrancisco is extremely commercially-minded, which was a great asset to have on our side. He offered practical solutions, and we completed restructuring deals that were truly win-win.
Banking & Finance (International Firms)Chambers Brazil: TransactionalPaco is a trusted legal partner of our company. He is available, highly professional and brings exceptional expertise. His broad perspective and well-rounded knowledge make him an invaluable asset.
Corporate/M&A (International Firms)Chambers Brazil: TransactionalFrancisco is a lawyer who navigates the Latin American legal landscape - including Brazil - very naturally. He also transits the legal dynamics of Europe and the United States well.
Corporate/M&A (International Firms)Chambers Brazil: Transactional
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