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Marcello Lobo

Marcello Lobo

Brazil 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

About

Provided by Pinheiro Neto Advogados

Brazil: Regions

Practice Areas

Oil, Natural Gas, Biofuels and Hydrogens; Energy; Corporate M&A.

Career

Marcello Lobo has over 25 years of experience in advising banks, investors and debtors in finance, partnering, purchase and sale of companies engaging in infrastructure projects, mainly in the oil & gas, biofuels and electric power areas where a multidisciplinary approach and understanding of regulatory complexities are critical. Marcello also acts on regulatory issues, including tariff review and disputes involving commercial contracts and industry legislation.

Personal

Master's Degree in Regulatory Law from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation (FGV)

MBA in Energy Business from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation (FGV)

Bachelor's Degree in Law from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ)

Brazil: Industries & Sectors

Practice Areas

Oil, Natural Gas, Biofuels and Hydrogens; Energy; Corporate M&A.

Career

Marcello Lobo has over 25 years of experience in advising banks, investors and debtors in finance, partnering, purchase and sale of companies engaging in infrastructure projects, mainly in the oil & gas, biofuels and electric power areas where a multidisciplinary approach and understanding of regulatory complexities are critical. Marcello also acts on regulatory issues, including tariff review and disputes involving commercial contracts and industry legislation.

Personal

Master's Degree in Regulatory Law from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation (FGV)

MBA in Energy Business from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation (FGV)

Bachelor's Degree in Law from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ)

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Brazil: Industries & Sectors

Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas - Brazil

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Marcello Lobo is an oil and gas practitioner who has cultivated skills in transactional issues, such as M&A. He also acts on behalf of clients on regulatory mandates and judicial disputes.

Chambers Brazil: Regions

Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

Marcello Lobo is acknowledged by sources as a key player in Rio de Janeiro’s corporate field, advising on joint ventures, acquisition of credit rights, and corporate restructuring.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Marcello is a well-established lawyer in the sector. He adopts a versatile approach to M&A matters and is a strong professional.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & GasChambers Brazil: Industries & Sectors
  • Marcello Lobo is a professional who is up to date with current issues, possesses a strong understanding of the sector and its dynamics, and demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & GasChambers Brazil: Industries & Sectors
  • Marcello Lobo is an excellent lawyer with extensive knowledge of the corporate sector. He is very kind, proactive and always available to assist the client.

    Corporate/Commercial: Rio de JaneiroChambers Brazil: Regions

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