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Chambers Brazil: Transactional
Capital Markets (International Firms) - Brazil
Individual Editorial
Brazilian partner Grenfel Calheiros maintains a widely respected capital markets practice advising on foreign law aspects of major equity deals in and outside Brazil. He leads the firm's São Paulo office and is admired by clients, who come forward to laud his deal-making talents and his extensive USA experience which allows him to overcome cultural and regulatory differences and work as a bridge for investors.
Strengths
Grenfel is the main point of reference of Simpson Thacher in Brazil. He is one of the best lawyers in the Brazilian market.
Grenfel Calheiros is well-equipped, fast and assertive. We work well together.
Grenfel Calheiros is a gentleman and very sophisticated. He can solve any problem.
Grenfel is the name. We enjoy working with him - he’s highly technical and has a strong understanding of Brazil. He navigates the Brazilian market very well.
Corporate/M&A (International Firms) - Brazil
Individual Editorial
Grenfel Calheiros is sought after for his demonstrated skills assisting clients with cross-border M&A mandates. The São Paulo-based partner has additional capabilities to deal with capital market issues.
Strengths
He is a very helpful and responsive lawyer. Grenfel has excellent judgement, always makes the most reasonable decision and knows how to navigate cross-border relations between the US and Brazil.
Grenfel is an excellent professional, who has high technical knowledge and experience.
Grenfel S Calheiros is very easy to work with as he is an aggregator. He has a very strong knowledge of Brazil and its market players.